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SUMMARY:WRCAC Mental Health Peer Consultation Forums
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center (WRCAC) and the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) host quarterly Zoom-based peer consultation forums to provide CAC clinicians across the country with the opportunity to connect with one another\, share resources\, and seek guidance on issues of importance. Clinical experts from the National Children’s Alliance and Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Centers are available to answer practice-related questions during the forums. \nEach forum starts in a large-group format\, and then participants are placed in Zoom breakout rooms of five to six to allow for small group discussions and resource sharing. Participants are encouraged to bring case examples to share in small groups and solicit feedback from peers. At the end\, participants are brought back together in one large group for a Q&A with the clinical experts. \nSchedule\n“Please Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” – The Importance of Engaging Challenging Caregivers | Tuesday\, February 4\, 2024 \nTBD | Tuesday\, May 6\, 2024 \nTBD | Tuesday\, August 5\, 2024 \nLearning Objectives\n\nGain resources from other clinicians to support their work with children and families\nReceive informal peer consultation around clinical issues of importance\nHave the opportunity to share with other clinicians best practices and therapeutic modalities\n\nRegister Through WRCAC\nTargeted Audience\nMental health clinicians and clinical supervisors serving CAC children and families. CAC clinicians serving rural and frontier communities are strongly encouraged to participate. Participation is open to eligible clinicians and clinical supervisors throughout the US. \nFacilitators\n\nAmelia Siders\, PhD\, Chapter Specialist\, Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\nMichelle Miller\, PhD\, LCSW\, Project Coordinator of Mental Health Projects\, National Children’s Alliance\nAl Killen-Harvey\, LCSW\, Lead Trainer\, Chadwick Center for Children and Families
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/wrcac-mental-health-peer-consultation-forums/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
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SUMMARY:IHS | Human Sexuality 101: The Fundamentals for Working with Children & Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDo issues and questions about sexuality show up in your work\, sometimes when you least expect it? Do you feel that you missed out on good sex education when you were in school or just need a good refresher and update? Are you trying to understand if it makes sense for grade school kids to choose their pronouns?   Or do you work with sexually abused children and youth and wonder about the impact on their developmental journey? This 2-hour course explores the topics of sexual development\, anatomy\, and physiology and places them in current social contexts\, and will help prepare you to better support your clients as they pass through developmental stages and face challenges along the way. \nThis live\, virtual course is appropriate for social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other human services professionals working with children and families. The training will include didactic lecture\, group discussion\, and time for Q and A. The workshop is led by a sex-educator/social worker who has been working to promote sexual health and safety for decades! Dr. Rosenzweig will combine important factual material with exercises to help improve your comfort level. Participants will also receive resources they can use in their own practice. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDescribe components of sexual and reproductive anatomy and physiology and how to incorporate this information into work with children and families.\nDescribe the stages of psychosexual development and family development and apply them to problem-solving with children and families.\nIntegrate the concept of ‘sexual climate’ in a family or organization into their work and understand how it is critical to promote healthy sexual development and risk reduction.\n\nRegister Through IHS\nThis training course if free but $10 to receive continuing education credits.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-human-sexuality-101-the-fundamentals-for-working-with-children-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20250116T162217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T162217Z
UID:10001054-1738238400-1738243800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse Foundations of Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar series will provide an in-depth overview of human trafficking. Students will gain an understanding of how human trafficking occurs and how victims are recruited/conscripted. The roots of human trafficking will be examined along with the current situation. An analysis of laws governing human trafficking will be explored. A comprehensive study of the scope of human trafficking in the United States will be provided along with an examination of indicators of human trafficking.  Students will gain an understanding of the role law enforcement plays along with other first responders and members of the community at large in preventing\, mitigating\, responding to\, and investigating human trafficking. \nIn part one of this Human Trafficking series\, we will examine the historical underpinnings of human trafficking. We will examine the current problem/trends. We will define human trafficking.  We will describe human trafficking typologies. We will begin to explore the complexities involving this important topic. In each webinar\, we will review indicators of human trafficking. This topic will be presented from a multidisciplinary approach. The focus will be on the United States\, but we will delve into the global perspective as well. \nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-foundations-of-human-trafficking/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trafficking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T131500
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241106T215818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T215818Z
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SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | Personal Motivation: Where Can I Find More of It?
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWouldn’t it be nice to get up\, take a pill\, and be motivated to be your best self every day? Well\, that pill doesn’t exist in the pharmacy\, but it does in your mind\, environment\, and habits. The trick is to find what works for you. \nIn this webinar\, we will discuss: \n\nFinding and fulfilling your why\nSetting your environment up for success\nDeveloping small\, incremental changes that add up to big results\nHabit stacking\nThe value of learning to trust yourself\n\nWith this information\, you will learn what motivates you and how to use that to make the changes you need for a more fulfilling life! \nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-personal-motivation-where-can-i-find-more-of-it/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241107T184338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T184338Z
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SUMMARY:MNCN Minnesota Grantmakers 2025
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Grantmakers 2025 offers six hours of fundraising data sharing and practical knowledge gathering spread over three 2-hour sessions\, January 28 & 30\, 2025. On the first day\, the focus will be on statewide grantmaking from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. On the second day\, from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. the focus will be on grantmakers prioritizing Greater MN nonprofits. From 1 – 3 p.m. on the same day\, the focus will be on grantmakers primarily funding nonprofits based in the Twin Cities Metro. \nHave these questions ever been top of mind for you as you consider how to get the most out of your finite and precious time raising money for your nonprofit? \n\nWhich foundations should I approach to fund my nonprofit?\nWhat’s the best way to get dollars from specific foundations?\nAre there resources out there I have yet to tap into that would streamline and amplify my process?\n\nIf so\, join this two-day workshop — one day focusing on Statewide funders\, the next on Twin Cities Metro and/or Greater MN funders — designed for organizations in all parts of the state of Minnesota to hear well-informed\, external analysis and critiques from your nonprofit peers. You’ll also gain insight into trends\, staffing\, program shifts\, and financial outlooks of dozens of Minnesota grantmakers. \nThe workshop will include information about some of Minnesota’s most active private\, community\, and corporate foundations. This session is a time to dig beyond the grantmaker websites and to hear candidly from your peer grantseekers about their experiences and knowledge about working with various foundations and other funders. \nIn addition\, registrants will receive a complimentary copy of MCN’s digital 2025 Minnesota Grants Directory\, which includes editable note pages for each foundation. [Note: Those who face barriers to access due to socio-economic status\, disability\, geography\, and/or technological accessibility\, are able to request one of a very limited number of hard copy directories. If you qualify\, please contact info@minnesotanonprofits.org.] \nWhether you’re an executive director\, a board member involved in fundraising\, or a fund development staff person\, this information-packed workshop is a great way to expand and enliven your funding prospects for 2025. \nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncn-minnesota-grantmakers-2025/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T225407Z
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SUMMARY:40th Annual San Diego International Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nChadwick Center for Children and Families at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego\, California is presenting their 39th annual conference with a focus on “Honoring Our Past\, Embracing Our Future”.  In line of this theme\, this conference will have critical thought leaders and innovations that have characterized child and family maltreatment work over the past 40 years while also keeping a keen eye on the future. \nInternationally recognized faculty members will cover critical topics in the following tracks: \n\nMedical\nForensic Interviewing\nTrauma Treatment\nInvestigations\nLegal\nEarly Childhood Mental Health\nChild Welfare\nPreventions & family Strengthening\nOrganizational Health and Wellness\nLeadership in Children’s Advocacy Centers\nTrauma-informed Systems\nVictim Support and Advocacy\nPediatric Nurse SANE Training\nCross-Disciplinary Partnerships and Multi-Disciplinary Teams Track\n\nRegister through Chadwick Center\n\nEarly Bird Rate is $700 until November 30\, 2024\nThe standard rate is $775 from December 1\, 2024 – January 24\, 2025\nOnsite Rate is $850.\n\nLodging\nThe Town and Country Resort \n500 Hotel Circle North\, San Diego\, CA 92108 \nRegistration includes:\n\nEntry to all conference sessions\, including keynotes and special sessions\nMobile applications\nWi-Fi\nEducation materials\nDaily wellness activities\nPre-recorded content\nLight continental breakfast and snacks\nWelcome reception\nCertificate of attendance\nFriedrich lecture\nNetworking opportunities\nAccess of exhibit hall
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/40th-annual-san-diego-international-conference-on-child-and-family-maltreatment-2/
LOCATION:Town and Country San Diego\, 500 Hotel Circle N\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20250115T155023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T155023Z
UID:10001036-1737633600-1737637200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MNCASA | Activism for Advocates: Preparing for Action Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition and Violence Free Minnesota are hosting an Activism for Advocates training on Thursday\, January 23\, 12:00-1:00 p.m. to prepare our community to advocate for crime victim services. Topics include: \n\nWhat you can and can’t do to take action and influence policy as an advocate\nHow we can mobilize together\nHow to be a resource for lawmakers\n\nWhether you are brand new to issue advocacy and policy work or have been doing it for years\, we hope you’ll join us on this call to prepare for Action Day 2025\, which is on February 10\, 2025. \nRegister Through MNCASA\nASL interpreting and auto-captioning will be available. Please indicate this upon registering.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncasa-activism-for-advocates-preparing-for-action-day-2025/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA)":MAILTO:info@mncasa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20250106T165528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T165528Z
UID:10001023-1737626400-1737631800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Trauma Informed Advocacy in Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBeing “trauma-informed” is a term that is heard a lot in this field\, but what does it actually look like in your advocacy practice? This session will discuss how to be more trauma-informed within your current advocacy practice and perspective. In this session we will consider how childhood and historical trauma impacts both the physical and mental health of the families we work with\, as well as the power of resiliency factors. Participants will also take this information and learn how to apply this knowledge to their advocacy practice from the first meeting through any ongoing advocacy\, including community advocacy. The session will end with the acknowledgement that healthy advocates are more effective advocates\, and will discuss self-care\, secondary trauma\, and how to prevent burnout. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-trauma-informed-advocacy-in-practice/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241204T204534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T165630Z
UID:10001007-1737115200-1737118800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Changing the Narrative on Suicide and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTalking about mental health and suicide can be an uncomfortable and uncertain topic that brings up different feelings\, beliefs\, and attitudes for everyone. Changing the Narrative is an interactive conversation that empowers participants to change perceptions of mental health towards hope and resilience. The goal is to know that individuals are not alone\, help is available\, and healing is possible. \nThroughout the session\, participants will engage in dialog about being intentional in the words we are using. Certain ways of talking about mental health and suicide can alienate members of any community\, sensationalize the issue\, contribute to a decrease in help-seeking behavior\, or even present suicide as a glamorous\, preferred way of dealing with problems. Having healthy conversations about mental health and suicide avoids harmful messages that might increase suicide risk in individuals or undermine suicide prevention goals. By doing this safely\, it reduces stigma\, mitigates risks\, promotes help-seeking\, and respects all individuals. \nAbout the Trainer\n \nTanya Carter is the Suicide Prevention Unit Supervisor for the Minnesota Department of Health. Ms. Carter has 20 plus years of experience in community education programs\, program development\, and crisis intervention. She is passionate about suicide prevention and reducing the stigma related to mental illness. Prior to joining the Minnesota Department of Health\, Ms. Carter worked in tribal and county government\, coordinating and leading mental health\, mobile crisis\, and suicide prevention efforts in rural Minnesota. Ms. Carter is a safeTALK\, ASIST\, Postvention and CALM trainer. In her free time Ms. Carter enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children\, in the winter time you will find her on the ski slopes with her kids\, and in the summer months enjoying time at the lake\, the in-between seasons are spent biking the beautiful Minnesota bike trails. \nRegister Here\nThis training is free for all attendees. \n*Participants will be emailed a Zoom link one week prior and the day of the training. \nContinuing Education\nOne social work continuing education is provided.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/changing-the-narrative-on-suicide-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20250115T164321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T164321Z
UID:10001038-1737028800-1737032400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC is kicking off the new year by announcing their 2025 APSAC Prevention Series\, a monthly opportunity to learn from leading prevention experts. \nTraining Topics\nEvaluation of Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in School Settings\nThursday\, January 16\, 2025 | Trainer: Bart Klika\, PhD\, MSW \nPrevention of Child Abuse: Public Health Approach\nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 | Trainer: Catherine Taylor\, PhD\, LCSW\, MPH \nTime to Get Serious: Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, March 20\, 2025 | Trainer: Jon R. PhD \nDriving Societal Change for Sexual Abuse & Saprea: Sexual Abuse Healing and Prevention Resources\nThursday\, April 17\, 2025 | Trainers: Chris Yadon\, MPA and Matt Hartvigsen \nAdvancing the CSA Field: Terminology Used in CSA Prevention – Field Survey Results\, and Prevent Together’s National Plan to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse/Exploitation\nThursday\, July 17\, 2025 | Trainer: Stacy Vaughan\, DSW\, CMSW \nSafeguarding in Sport\nThursday\, August 21\, 2025 | Trainer Katie Hanna \nDarkness to Light’s New Stewards of Children\nThursday\, September 18\, 2025 | Rhonda Newton\, MEd \nA Shift in Perspective: The Value of Utilizing a Universal Platform to STrengthen Child Abuse Prevention Efforts\nThursday\, October 16\, 2025 | Deborah Daro\, PhD\, MCP-HARC \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, November 20\, 2025 | Darrell L. Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv \nNo Hit Zone: A Simple\, Low-Cost and Promising Solution to A Complex and Key Risk Factor for Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, December 18\, 2025 | Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd\, FAPSAC \nRegister Through APSAC\nThere are limited scholarships available. Apply by emailing apsac@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Body Safety,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241125T202827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T202827Z
UID:10001001-1736942400-1736949600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Working Effectively with Substance Affected Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will assist family support and child welfare workers in understanding the process of addiction and recovery and how it affects the family. Participants will explore the risks and safety concerns associated with parental substance use disorders and how a family team can support a family in recovery. Information learned will be implemented in two case scenarios and shared as a group. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-working-effectively-with-substance-affected-families-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241125T215345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T215345Z
UID:10001006-1736424000-1736434800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC | Internet of Things: Privacy Concerns - What Communities Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes ubiquitous in our everyday lives there are privacy and security concerns that citizens should be aware of. This training will provide an overview of IoT and will teach law enforcement officials methods to engage with their communities to provide information about IoT privacy and security. Steps that community members can take to be safer with these devices\, and effective teaching strategies regarding prevention will be covered. \nRegister Through NCJTC\nRegister by Friday\, December 13\, 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-internet-of-things-privacy-concerns-what-communities-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20250106T165248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T165248Z
UID:10001022-1736424000-1736429400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC | Engaging with Telemental Health for Child Trauma Treatment: The Benefits and Importance of Having an Active Telemental Health Program
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar will provide attendees with an understanding of telehealth delivery of evidence-based trauma-focused treatment for children and adolescents. Topics covered will include: (1) specific tailoring of trauma-focused treatment for a telehealth delivery format\, (2)\, demonstration of how to utilize electronic resources to deliver trauma-focused treatment via telehealth\, (3)\, an overview of Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center’s revamped Telemental Health Resource Center that will highlight resources and supports related to implementing telemental health networks and services and a discussion of the importance of continuing to engage with TMH services\, and (4)\, National Children’s Alliance’s telemental health resources for Children’s Advocacy Centers. \nRegister Through APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-engaging-with-telemental-health-for-child-trauma-treatment-the-benefits-and-importance-of-having-an-active-telemental-health-program/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241125T202657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T202657Z
UID:10001000-1736337600-1736344800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Working Effectively with Substance Affected Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will assist family support and child welfare workers in understanding the process of addiction and recovery and how it affects the family. Participants will explore the risks and safety concerns associated with parental substance use disorders and how a family team can support a family in recovery. Information learned will be implemented in two case scenarios and shared as a group. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-working-effectively-with-substance-affected-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241125T201113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T201113Z
UID:10000998-1735905600-1735918200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS Trauma Lab
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur world is hazardous. And our kids often get caught in the cross-fire. Whether the crisis is a terrorist act or as individual as a parent dying\, this lab will give hands-on approaches participants can use to help clients work through trauma issues. Sometimes\, as much as we try\, words in session\, words spoken in care\, often seem to fall on deaf ears. Or sometimes the opposite is true; words spoken trigger such strong emotions\, the client starts to relive the trauma. \nTrauma Lab is designed to help you develop Learning Bridges—hands-on practical approaches that can be used in clinical and non-clinical settings to help children and youth to process their trauma without the use of a lot of words. For example\, hand them a pencil and ask them to break it. The client may be able to relate their trauma experiences to the very real\, tangible broken pencil. At that point\, they may be better able to process the effects of trauma in their life. End that same session with a broken pencil by having them write or draw something and help them see that trauma does not ruin everything. \nThis intermediate-level training is appropriate for counselors\, social workers\, psychologists\, other helping professionals\, and foster caregivers working with children and youth who have experienced life-altering traumatic events. Participants will acquire helpful tools to better support the healing journey for those who have been traumatized. Download the flyer here. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify practical strategies for guiding children and youth through their trauma issues\nDevelop skills to work through quiet and/or resistant youth\nExplore how to move beyond dialogue by using active learning techniques with traumatized children and youth\n\nAbout Trainer\nJim Still-Pepper\, MA\, LSW is the Director of Community Based Clinical Services at Allwell Behavioral Health Services Inc.\, a community mental health center where he has worked for over 3 decades striving to get clinical services out of the centers\, and into the community. Jim is the founder of Still Light Seminars LLC\, a motivational training and consulting company; he has trained nationally and internationally focusing on the mental health\, and care of\, children and adolescents. He is also an adjunct instructor in Ashland University’s Founders School of Continuing Education. He develops online courses around behavioral interventions and understanding the mental health of students. Jim has also authored or co-authored 7 books and has written almost 100 articles. On a side note\, he has had numerous poems published\, and his artwork and photography have appeared in galleries\, magazines\, and on greeting cards. \nRegister Through IHS\nRegistration is free. There is continuing education available for $15.00.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-trauma-lab/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241206T195539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T195539Z
UID:10001011-1734609600-1734613200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse | Engaging Caregivers in the Healing Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWinter Webinar Week is a FREE training opportunity with some of CornerHouse’s amazing trainers. This is a week full of virtual webinars during lunch\, where you can learn about a wide range of topics and ask any questions you have. \nHow do we observe caregivers’ emotional states and experiences while engaging in work with youth who have experienced abuse and trauma? How do we address non-offending caregiver engagement and participation in the services provided to their children? This presentation will explore trauma-informed approaches with tools and resources to engage caregivers in their child’s healing process. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn from CornerHouse therapists how to engage caregivers who have varied readiness and capacity for service utilization after their child discloses abuse/trauma.\nLearn ways to assess the caregiver’s trauma symptoms and the impact of the child’s trauma on the Caregiver so you can provide realistic and appropriate support to Caregivers and reduce barriers to Caregivers supporting their children through trauma and healing.\nLearn ways to join with Caregivers of your clients and build a collaborative relationship.\nDiscuss approaches for weaving a stronger thread of empathy between Caregiver and Child.\nDiscuss providers’ care of our nervous systems in the presence of Caregivers and their trauma responses.\n\nRegister Through CornerHouse\n*Please note – the capacity of this training is 100 attendees. The Zoom session will open at 11:45 AM\, and only the first 100 attendees to join will be admitted. We recommend that if you are part of a bigger group that would like to attend\, that you login to zoom under one account.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-engaging-caregivers-in-the-healing-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241206T195206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T195206Z
UID:10001010-1734523200-1734526800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Forensic Interviewing for Vulnerable Adults – What We Have Learned in the Past 35 Years
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWinter Webinar Week is a FREE training opportunity with some of CornerHouse’s amazing trainers. This is a week full of virtual webinars during lunch\, where you can learn about a wide range of topics and ask any questions you have. \nMuch attention has been given to the development of effective\, trauma-informed forensic interviewing protocols that respond to allegations of abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation of children and adolescents. The reality is elderly and vulnerable adult populations also have unique needs and are similarly deserving of practices that are reflective of these needs. The research (science) and practice-informed (art) investigator knows by using forensic interviews in adult protection investigations\, there will be many benefits\, to all parties. As CornerHouse celebrates 35 years of service\, we look back to the history of forensic interviewing and learn about the why. In this training\, participants will gain an introduction into the art of conducting a CornerHouse Forensic Interview™\, which has now been adapted to meet the unique needs of all populations. As a forensic interview must be based on both art and science\, participants will be provided with the cutting edge of research into the why and how of conducting a forensic interview. By gaining this knowledge\, learners will increase their effectiveness and competency in conducting thorough investigations as well as defending these investigations and forensic interviews in the court room \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the history of forensic interviewing and how that shaped the protocols today.\nRecognize how the art and science of forensic interviewing can be applied to other populations with unique needs.\nBuild confidence in speaking about the research and best practices of forensic interviewing.\n\nRegister Through CornerHouse\n*Please note – the capacity of this training is 100 attendees. The Zoom session will open at 11:45 AM\, and only the first 100 attendees to join will be admitted. We recommend that if you are part of a bigger group that would like to attend\, that you login to zoom under one account.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-forensic-interviewing-for-vulnerable-adults-what-we-have-learned-in-the-past-35-years/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241121T224021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T224021Z
UID:10000996-1734519600-1734526800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Multidimensional Family Therapy: The Proven Family-Centered Treatment for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will describe the clinical model and evidence base of Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)\, a comprehensive\, development-promoting intervention for adolescent and young adult substance abuse and delinquency.  MDFT has been developed since 1985 in a series of randomized clinical trials in the U.S. and Western Europe. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-multidimensional-family-therapy-the-proven-family-centered-treatment-for-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20240930T154919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T155021Z
UID:10000941-1734451200-1734458400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Social Connections
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session\, we will discuss everyday strategies to help families value\, build\, sustain\, and use positive and healthy social connections. This session will be presented in an engaging lecture format. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReview how helping families build and use social connections helps keep families strong and prevents child abuse and neglect\nIdentify key strategies and everyday actions that create inclusive environments\, facilitate mutual support around parenting\, and promote engagement in the community.\nExplore what it means for families to build\, sustain\, and use social connections in a strength-based way.\nShare Protective Factors resources for providers and families\n\nRequired Pre-Work\n\nReview the Center for the Study of Social Policy Strengthening Families website\nRead about Strengthening Families and the Strengthening Families Framework (2pp)\nReview The Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Handout (CSSP)\n\nMeet the Speaker\nJessical Mattly | Training Coordinator at CalTrin \nAs a Training Coordinator for CalTrin\, Jessica’s primary goal is to ensure staff\, administrators\, and stakeholders working in child abuse prevention services have access to quality training and resources. Her experience in the area of Human Resources and Training & Development has focused on designing\, implementing\, and facilitating engaging and interactive learning programs for leaders and direct staff.  Jessica is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and a Certified Master Trainer with the Association (ATD). She is also Certified in the areas of Bringing the Protective Factors Framework to Life In Your Work (Children’s Trust Fund Alliance) and the Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support (National Family Support Network). \nRegister Through CalTrin
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-social-connections/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000636-1734440400-1734444000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC and the New York Foundling are presenting webinar series on controversial topics. See below for more information and dates on each webinar. \nWebinar Series\nOnline Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth\nPresented by David Finkelhor\, PhD. | Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis workshop will review recent research on the varieties of online abuse of children\, and highlight misconceptions and stereotypes that inhibit effective practice and awareness. It will discuss prevention strategies\, and put particular emphasis on the evidence-based track record of comprehensive prevention education. It will suggest better prevention messages and content and flag areas where additional work needs to be done in crafting effective responses. It will put Online abuse in the context of all the varieties of child victimization and draw out the implications. \n“Just the Facts”: Best Practices for Minimal Facts Interviewing\nPresented by Thomas Lyon\, JD\, Ph.D | Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nComplexities of Child Serious Injury and Death Investigations \nPresented by Vincent J. Palusci\, MD\, MS and Leigh Bishop\, JD | Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis webinar is designed to train multidisciplinary professionals about the investigation of serious injuries and fatalities in infants and toddlers and how to integrate investigations with medical and forensic findings. Participants will learn how to collect and interpret key findings in order to reach appropriate case determinations – free of social bias – and with all disciplines conducting thorough investigations and communicating clearly with each other to achieve the most accurate and just results on behalf of the child and the offender. \nIs Cannabis Legalization Really Impacting the Maltreatment of Children? The Highs and the Lows \nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd and Darrell Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv | Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic Children Over-Reported\, Over-Substantiated and Over-placed Compared to White Children? The Data Say “No” \nPresented by Brett Drake\, PhD | Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic children “overreported” to Child Protective Services (CPS)?  We present national data from CDC\, the Census and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect.  We compare racial differences in child maltreatment reports to racial differences in a range of known risks (e.g. poverty) and outcomes (e.g. infant mortality).  We found that Black children are being reported to CPS at a rate lower than would be expected given their high exposure to risks and high levels of non-maltreatment negative outcomes.  Hispanic children are reported to CPS at a rate lower than their risk exposure would suggest\, but similar to their rates of negative outcomes\, such as infant mortality.  This is consistent with the well-known “Hispanic Paradox”.  We also used bivariate and multivariate statistics to determine if Black and Hispanic children are substantiated or placed more than White children once reported. There were only small differences by race/ethnicity.  In recent years\, multivariate models show Black children are substantiated and placed slightly less often than Whites\, while Hispanic children and White children are substantiated and placed at similar rates. \nWhy and How White Child Protection Advocates Must Talk to Black Parents About the Harms of Corporal Punishment?\nPresented by Stacey Phatton\, PhD | Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation/Refund Policy\nNo cancellation and no refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-new-york-foundling-apsac-webinar-series-on-controversial-topics/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Technology,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241206T181150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T181150Z
UID:10001008-1734350400-1734354000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse | Tech Gifts – Prevention Conversations with Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWinter Webinar Week is a FREE training opportunity with some of CornerHouse’s amazing trainers. This is a week full of virtual webinars during lunch\, where you can learn about a wide range of topics and ask any questions you have.\nAdolescents and even very young children may be receiving technology gifts this holiday season. Phones\, laptops and gaming devices oh my! Keeping up with new technology is “virtually” impossible BUT we can continue to connect with youth to provide safety and prevention messages. As intimidating as this may seem\, these conversations provide an opportunity for young people to teach us! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn ways to start prevention conversations.\nInvite youth to share their expertise.\nIdentify additional resources.\n\nRegister through CornerHouse\n*Please note – the capacity of this training is 100 attendees. The Zoom session will open at 11:45 AM\, and only the first 100 attendees to join will be admitted. We recommend that if you are part of a bigger group that would like to attend\, that you login to zoom under one account.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-tech-gifts-prevention-conversations-with-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241107T182536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182536Z
UID:10000987-1733997600-1734004800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MNCN Universal Design in Mind: Inclusive Program Development and Communication
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWorkplaces and organizations want their services and programs to be high quality\, accessible\, and inclusive. Yet we often unintentionally design in ways that create barriers\, promote exclusion\, and lessen quality. Universal design principles and practices can be used to design our programs and services – and communicate about those programs and services – in ways that help us achieve our goals. \nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncn-universal-design-in-mind-inclusive-program-development-and-communication/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241121T223717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T223717Z
UID:10000995-1733929200-1733938200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Stewards of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nStewards of Children® is an evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Participants will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live\, learn\, and play. They will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. Participants will transfer the skills they learn into their communities\, helping to embed prevention practices within their spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-stewards-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241107T182052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182320Z
UID:10000986-1733922000-1733925600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MNCN Charting the Course for a Fiscally & Flight Ready Board
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAre your financial reports empowering your board to make informed decisions about your organization’s fiscal health? This session will equip you with best practices for creating impactful financial reports that drive action. Learn how to craft compelling dashboards that highlight key performance indicators\, tailor presentation styles to your board’s needs\, develop organization-specific metrics that align with your mission\, and benchmark your performance against peers. \nBy the end of this workshop\, you’ll be able to assess the state of your current financial reporting\, identify and address gaps that may be creating uncertainty\, transform financial updates from a basic agenda item into a powerful decision-making tool\, and demonstrate how financial results directly impact mission delivery and long-term sustainability. Join this workshop to improve your approach to financial reporting and foster a more engaged\, financially savvy board. \nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncn-splotlight-building-your-ai-confidence-muscles-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20240516T195605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T173121Z
UID:10000863-1733835600-1733842800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ 101
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will cover general terms relating to gender and sexuality\, respecting pronouns and how to be an ally to gender non-conforming people. We will dive into thinking about our own experiences with gender and learn about the differences between gender identity\, biological sex\, gender expression and sexual orientation. \nAbout the Trainer\n \nHannah Edwards (she/her) is the Training Manager for Minnesota’s largest LGBTQ organization – Outfront MN. She is also a former public school teacher. In her role with Outfront Hannah enjoys getting to continue in her role as a facilitator of lifelong learning. She believes that when we all know better we all can do better. When she’s not working\, Hannah loves to spend time with her two daughters and her husband\, Dave. \nRegistration Here!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \nContinuing Education Credits\nContinuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US. \nCancellation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. \nContact Info\nDon’t hesitate to get in touch with MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2slgbtqia-101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T151500
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241104T174017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T174017Z
UID:10000970-1733832000-1733843700@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Post Traumatic Disorder in Teens: Working with Teens & Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWorking with a teen diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be challenging but also presents an opportunity to support their healing and growth. In this training\, we will review the diagnosis of PTSD and explore how its symptoms impact developmental tasks and daily life. Teens with PTSD often experience a range of symptoms\, including flashbacks\, sleep disturbances\, suicidal ideation\, strong reactions to triggers\, difficulties with completing tasks\, and relationship problems. We will discuss strategies to help teens understand their diagnosis\, reduce symptoms\, and focus on healing. The training will also include time to develop an action plan\, and reviewing resources and coping skills beneficial for teens and their caregivers. This will enable you to validate the impact of trauma and offer opportunities for healing and post-traumatic growth. This live\, virtual\, intermediate-level training is designed for social workers\, psychologists\, counselors\, and other human services professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe the diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and its impact on the developmental tasks of the teen years.\nDevelop effective communication strategies to use with teens with PTSD\, and their parents/caregivers to support optimal treatment outcomes.\nIdentify typical symptoms experienced by teens with PTSD along with effective treatment methods.\nPlan resources about managing the symptoms of PTSD to share with teens and their families.\n\nAbout Trainer\nLaura Gaines\, MSW\, LISW-S\, has twenty years experience as a child and adolescent mental health clinician and Crisis Text Line volunteer.  In addition to her professional experience she has lived experience as the adoptive parent of a (now adult) daughter who is diagnosed with PTSD. Trainer and researcher regarding resilience as an individual and community skill. Laura provides clinical consultation regarding child and adolescent mental health.  Her trainings focus on child development\, mental health\, developmental disabilities\, ethics\, trauma informed care\, resilience and each person’s individual solutions to life’s challenges. \nRegister through IHS\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-post-traumatic-disorder-in-teens-working-with-teens-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20240930T154439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T154439Z
UID:10000940-1733828400-1733835600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Strengths-Based Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nHow can your natural strengths and talents help you maximize your effectiveness and impact as a leader? In this three-hour workshop\, participants will explore how to leverage their individual strengths to lead\, develop\, and inspire direct reports. Utilizing the CliftonStrengths 34 assessment\, each participant will review their individual results and identify strengths-based strategies to help them achieve goals and overcome challenges. \nParticipants will\n\nComplete the CliftonStrengths 34 Assessment by Gallup prior to the training date to access a personalized report\nReview and explore their individual talent areas to maximize leadership style and effectiveness\nLearn strategies to leverage their strengths to achieve professional goals and overcome challenges\n\nWho Should Attend\n\nLeaders with direct reports\, including Supervisors\, Managers\, and Directors at family resource centers\nCommunity-based organizations\nChild Abuse Prevention Councils\nOther child- and family-serving systems\n\nMeet the Speaker\nJessica Mattly\, MBA | Training Coordinator at CalTrin \nAs a Training Coordinator for CalTrin\, Jessica’s primary goal is to ensure staff\, administrators\, and stakeholders working in child abuse prevention services have access to quality training and resources. Her work in Training and Development has focused on designing\, implementing\, and facilitating engaging and interactive learning programs. Jessica is passionate about public speaking and creating a safe and engaging learning environment. Jessica is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and Certified Master Trainer ™ with the Association of Talent Development (ATD). In addition\, Jessica is a Certified Trainer in Bringing the Protective Factors Framework to Life In Your Work (Children’s Trust Fund Alliance) and the Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support (National Family Support Network). \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-strengths-based-leadership/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241107T183218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T183218Z
UID:10000988-1733734800-1733760000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MNCN Splotlight: Effective and Healthy Leadership in the New Year
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs we wind down 2024 while simultaneously ramping up for 2025\, let’s gather as leaders to develop our plans for leading more healthily and effectively in the New Year. \nThis Spotlight brings together some of MCN’s top-rated leadership trainers from the recent past to offer a full day of learning focused on clarifying your purpose and intent as a leader\, understanding the impact you have as a leader\, and developing strategies and acquiring tools for bringing greater transparency and internal operations acumen to how you lead while remaining mindful of your wellbeing and that of your staff. If you are a leader at the executive\, director\, or manager level within the charitable sector\, this training is for you. \nParticipants of this Spotlight will: \n\nSharpen their ability to communicate effectively\, compassionately\, and boldly\nLearn how to strengthen their financial management for easing transitions and operations\nExamine practical ways to succeed at work without sacrificing your wellbeing\nReframe their thinking around impact to center outcomes rather than outputs\n\nSpotlights are day-long virtual trainings\, offering four to five 60- to 75-minute sessions\, each exploring a different aspect of a specific topic. Each session will be led by experienced nonprofit leaders and subject-matter experts. Spotlights are designed to offer practical information that can be applied immediately along with larger-picture questions and possibilities to consider for the long-term. \nWe know it’s difficult to carve out large chunks of time in your day to attend trainings\, so we’ve spread the sessions out over a full day\, with breaks in between. You will have access to the session recordings for three months! \nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncn-splotlight-effective-and-healthy-leadership-in-the-new-year/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20240926T214029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T214132Z
UID:10000932-1733400000-1733407200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Trauma Informed Care (Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nApproximately 50% of the population will experience some type of possibly traumatic event (e.g.\, exposure to violence in the home or community\, physical\, emotional or sexual abuse\, natural disaster\, violent death of a loved one\, etc.) during their lifetime.  Exposure to trauma significantly increases the risk of developing mental health disorders including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)\, anxiety\, depression\, suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviors\, substance use\, among others. The objectives of this workshop are to: 1) Define what trauma and adverse childhood experiences are\, 2) Describe the impact of trauma and common warning signs/symptoms of trauma by developmental level; 3) Describe what trauma-informed care is and provide practical coping strategies to use with youth. \n*This training will be offered in Spanish \nAproximadamente 50% de la población experimentará algún tipo de evento posiblemente traumático (ej..\, exposición a violencia en el hogar o comunidad\, abuso físico\, emocional o sexual\, desastre natural\, muerte violenta de un ser querido\, etc.) durante la vida. La exposición a trauma aumenta significativamente el riesgo de desarrollar trastornos de salud mental incluyendo el Trastorno de Estrés Postraumático (TEPT)\, ansiedad\, depresión\, ideación suicida y conductas de autolesión\, uso de sustancias\, entre otros. Objetivos de este taller: 1) Definir lo que es un trauma y experiencias adversas en la niñez\, 2) Describir el impacto del trauma y las señales de alerta/síntomas comunes de trauma por nivel de desarrollo; 3) Describir lo que es atención informada en trauma y estrategias prácticas de afrontamiento. \nRegister through APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-trauma-informed-care-spanish/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T091233
CREATED:20241121T224324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T200401Z
UID:10000997-1733396400-1733403600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Emerging Leaders Development Program
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe CalTrin Emerging Leaders Development Program is designed for individuals who have been in leadership roles for less than three years (supervisors/managers with direct reports). Through a mix of interactive workshops\, self-reflection\, and accountability group discussion\, you will gain practice\, insight\, and strategy for leading an effective and engaged workforce and organization. Over the course of eight months\, you will be challenged and supported as you learn and apply everyday practical strategies – ending with an individual leadership stretch project. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-emerging-leaders-development-program/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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