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SUMMARY:MACMH | Video Gaming Disorders: Signs\, Symptoms\, and Help
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFor many\, playing video games is an enjoyable and harmless pastime. For others\, gaming can become a problematic preoccupation. Increasing numbers of adolescents and adults are experiencing significant negative consequences as a result of excessive video gaming. Join educator and clinician Zachary Hansen\, EdD\, LADC\, NCC\, to learn about video gaming trends\, technology advances that increase addictive potential\, criteria for internet gaming disorder\, and treatment approaches for problem gaming. Dr. Hansen will also discuss the potential co-occurrence of problematic gaming with other behavioral health issues. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the criteria for internet gaming disorder\nIdentify trends in video gaming culture and technology that contribute to addictive behaviors\nLearn strategies for conceptualizing and treating video game addiction\n\nRegister Through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-video-gameing-disorders-signs-symptoms-and-help/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260217T211531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T211531Z
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SUMMARY:Activism for Advocates: Preparing for Action Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nViolence Free Minnesota and Minnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition are hosting an Activism for Advocates training on Monday\, March 2\, 12:00-1:30 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 2026\, which is on March 11\, 2026. \nRegister Here\nAuto-captioning will be available.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/activism-for-advocates-preparing-for-action-day-2026/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Statute
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251008T192417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T192417Z
UID:10001355-1772323200-1772668799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IVAT 23rd Annual Hawai'i International Summit
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Hawaiʻi Summit is a multidisciplinary gathering of professionals working together to tackle the major issues in fields dealing with violence\, abuse\, and trauma. International and local speakers come together to share their findings on causation\, prevention\, treatment\, and rehabilitation at both the global level and at smaller\, community-based levels. Summit attendees will have the opportunity to gain continuing education credits and meet professional licensure requirements. The Summit is also a great opportunity to network not only within your field\, but also with professionals in other fields that may provide valuable insight into how theory and research is applied across disciplines. \nRegister through IVAT\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-23rd-annual-hawaii-international-summit/
LOCATION:Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikki Beach Resort\, 2005 Kailia Rd\, Honolulu\, HI\, 96815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260102T225244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T225244Z
UID:10001431-1772107200-1772114400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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 the 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 promoting healthy sexual development and risk reduction.\n\nRegister Through IHS\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-human-sexuality-101-the-fundamentals-for-working-with-children-families-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Forensic Interview,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:20260224T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260109T194049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T194049Z
UID:10001467-1771925400-1771930800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP | Mass Violence Incident Preparedness & Response: The Victim Service Professional's Role
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this panel discussion victim service professionals will learn from national experts about the valuable role they play in preparing for and responding to a mass violence incident. Attendees will also hear from local victim service professionals who responded to the Annunciation Church School Shooting about their experiences and lessons learned. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-mass-violence-incident-preparedness-response-the-victim-service-professionals-role/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260128T205425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T205425Z
UID:10001490-1771588800-1771592400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Introduction to the ASQ:SE-2
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will introduce the concept of developmental screening using the evidence-based tool Ages and Stages Questionnaire: Social-Emotional\, 2nd edition (ASQ:SE-2). Participants will learn about the benefits of developmental screening\, the features of the ASQ:SE-2\, scoring and interpreting screening results\, communicating with families\, and follow-up and next steps.  \nLearning Objectives\n\nExplain the benefits and purpose of social-emotional screening for children ages 0–5 by articulating its impact on early intervention and child development\nIdentify and describe the key components and structure of the ASQ:SE-2\, including its domains\, scoring system\, and administration process\nAccurately score and interpret screening results\, using provided guidelines\, to determine developmental progress and areas of concern\nApply effective communication strategies to engage families in the screening process\, including discussing results and addressing concerns with sensitivity and clarity\nDevelop and share actionable follow-up plans based on screening outcomes\, including referrals\, resources\, and ongoing monitoring strategies\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-introduction-to-the-asqse-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001449-1771502400-1771506000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251008T190246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T190257Z
UID:10001349-1771495200-1771500600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse: Working with Non-Offending Caregivers Who Have Been Victims
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nSexual abuse can be generational. Caregivers who have experienced abuse now walk through our doors after a report from their own child. Their child’s report may trigger a new crisis stage for parents on their own healing journey. Understanding common experiences and needs of adult survivors can help advocates support them in their efforts to help support their children. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-adult-survivors-of-sexual-abuse-working-with-non-offending-caregivers-who-have-been-victims/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260128T205221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T205221Z
UID:10001489-1771416000-1771421400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Child Trafficking 101
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCalifornia has long been a hub for child trafficking\, with children in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems at particularly high risk. This introductory training provides an overview of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) and Child Labor Trafficking —including how each is defined under law\, where and how trafficking occurs\, and the unique vulnerability factors that put youth at risk. \nParticipants will gain a foundational understanding of the complex trauma experienced by survivors and the importance of a multidisciplinary\, trauma-informed response involving child welfare\, probation\, education\, public health\, mental health\, advocates\, and other key partners. \nThe session will also highlight the Child and Family Policy Institute of California’s Preventing & Addressing Child Trafficking (PACT) Program\, which facilitates a statewide collaborative of more than 45 county-based child trafficking response programs. Attendees will gain access to critical resources and practical strategies to better serve and support youth and families across California. \nLearning Objectives\n\nGain an understanding of the key components of Child Trafficking\nBe able to identify signs of environmental risk factors and the stories behind them\nApply Trauma Informed techniques to prevent and address child trafficking\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-child-trafficking-101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260121T192257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T192257Z
UID:10001470-1771372800-1771545599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC Fundamentals in Victims Services
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe February 2026 Fundamentals in Victim Services Training is a virtual training for victim advocates to develop core knowledge and skills to provide victim-centered services. Topics covered in this training: \n\nThe Neurobiology of Trauma\nAdvocating within Systems\nExperienced Advocate Panel\nOccupational Identity Management and Preventing Burnout\nCrime Victims’ Rights\nFinancial Assistance for Crime Victims\nBias\, Privilege\, and Oppression\n\nFurthermore\, training participants will have opportunities to connect with one another and with experienced professionals with a range of knowledge and skills. \nExpectations for the Virtual Format \nFundamentals in Victim Services will feature interactive modules to appeal to different styles of learning\, with a combination of lecture\, small group work in breakout sessions\, and opportunities for individual reflection. The number of attendees will be limited to 30 to maximize the quality of interaction. \nModules will take place live via Zoom. Attendees will be expected to actively participate\, using the chat to engage with presenters and other participants\, and turning on cameras and unmuting during large group discussions and breakout sessions. \nMAC will award a certificate of completion to attendees who complete all the modules. Participants are expected to complete all sessions live. If you cannot attend a live session\, you must email us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org in advance to request an excused absence. Sessions may not be recorded. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-fundamentals-in-victims-services-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260107T224014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T224014Z
UID:10001443-1771286400-1771459199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Verbal De-Escalation and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAvoid potential conflict both professionally and personally by learning to organize your thinking and respond calmly. Consider the approaches you can take to prevent and respond to verbal conflict. This course will explore the communication process\, conflict prevention\, and help you understand why conflicts occur. Instruction will also cover certain circumstances in which verbal de-escalation techniques may not be appropriate\, and provide techniques to resolve such conflicts. Join us to learn how de-escalation techniques and communication skills can potentially defuse tense situations and lead to more successful outcomes. This training does not cover physical intervention techniques. \nLearning Objectives \n\nLeverage verbal and nonverbal approaches to improve service outcomes\nConsider and apply techniques when facing those who are emotionally charged or suffering from some form of crisis\nDemonstrate active listening skills to be best communicate and empathize with those in conflict\n\nRegister Through NCJTC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-verbal-de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-5/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251008T191030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T191030Z
UID:10001352-1770681600-1771459199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC’s comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event. There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the Clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. Members of existing multidisciplinary child abuse investigation teams including Child Advocacy Centers (CACs)\, professionals who are responsible for conducting child forensic interviews for police agencies and government-sponsored child protection agencies\, and child abuse pediatric fellows are the target audience for APSAC’s Child Forensic Interview Clinics. The APSAC Clinic is an initial training for these professionals who conduct in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect or other crimes. The Clinic is not appropriate for and will not accept professionals who conduct child interviews for other purposes. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance\, you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\nEndorsed by a police agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\nA child abuse pediatric fellow.\n\nUpon completion of the Clinic participants will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team.(Exceptions are extremely limited and must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nRegister Through APSAC\nThis is a virtual event & participants are required to attend all 5 days.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-forensic-interview-clinics/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251028T163318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T163318Z
UID:10001378-1770681600-1771027199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Preparation and Adaptations for Interviewing Children with a Disability
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. This 4-day\, interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Friday\, February 6\, 2026!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-preparation-and-adaptations-for-interviewing-children-with-a-disability-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251118T175845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T175845Z
UID:10001392-1770595200-1770767999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Advanced Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\n\nThis course is for investigative professionals who work with children and families of abuse.\n\n\n\nAdvanced Forensic Interview Training \nThis training is designed to provide multiple opportunities for professionals to expand the scope of expertise surrounding their forensic interviewing practice. Topics have been selected based on requests from the field and will build upon the foundational knowledge and skills that learners have developed to this point. There are a limited number of online activities that need to be completed prior to the in-person CornerHouse training. These activities are intended to establish a shared foundation and allow learners to focus on the application of research- and practice-based knowledge and information during the in-person portion of the curriculum. All learners are requested to bring a forensic interview recording for review. \nLearners who complete CornerHouse’s Advanced Forensic Interview Training will: \n\nEngage in the process of peer review and consultation\, for the purpose of increasing skills and knowledge as well as increasing familiarity with the significance of the process.\nDevelop a solid foundation to effectively speak to the basics and the complexities of forensic interviewing\, particularly in a legal setting.\nEnhance their capacity to adjust\, address or negotiate the numerous challenges presented in a wide range of forensic interviews.\nIncrease interviewing skills and abilities in regard to target populations\, including adolescents\, children with unique needs and varying abilities and witnesses to crimes.\n\nHow is the training provided? \n\nThe 6 hours of online learning is required and will be available 3 weeks before the in-person training. This learning will be reviewed and discussed during training.\nIn-person learning takes place over two days in Roseville\, Minnesota\nClass size limited to 12 participants\, assuring a small\, personal learning environment\nActive and experiential in-person training utilizes interviews\, lectures\, discussion\, demonstration videos\, role-playing\, and guided reflection\n\nThis training is appropriate for forensic interviewers; investigators from child/adult protection\, tribal social services\, and law enforcement; prosecuting attorneys; and other multi-disciplinary team members who have conducted a minimum of 10 interviews (waived for Prosecutors) \n\n\nRegister through CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-advanced-forensic-interview-training-13/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260128T203737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203737Z
UID:10001487-1770303600-1770307200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | The Role of Accountability in the Coaching Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nResearch that shows that accountability is one of the key indicators of successful goal achievement. When a person sets a goal\, but doesn’t share it with anyone\, there’s a greater likelihood they will give up on the goal and choose an easier path. In the process of coaching and goal setting\, accountability is one of the foundations of the client-coach relationship. The coach’s role in the process is to act as an informed partner and a compassionate motivator\, not a rigid disciplinarian. In this session we will explore the importance of accountability to client success\, and identify ways to create solid accountability plans with them. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe why accountability is a critical factor for success in coaching\nIdentify the characteristics of an effective accountability partnership (informed partner and compassionate motivator) versus a rigid or punitive approach\nUtilize coaching practices that hold clients able empowering them to take ownership of their commitments through self-reflection\, resource identification\, and supportive follow-up conversations\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-the-role-of-accountability-in-the-coaching-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251222T214011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T214011Z
UID:10001412-1770292800-1770300000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH | Treating OCD in Children & Adolescents: An Overview for Clinicians
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nObsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can derail a child’s world.  This training offers a clear\, comprehensive overview of OCD\, equipping participants with effective strategies for diagnosis\, assessment\, and treatment planning. Participants will learn how to adapt Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for children using practical\, kid-friendly techniques and real case examples that bring each concept to life. The training also emphasizes how clinicians can partner with and guide parents and caregivers to strengthen progress throughout the OCD treatment process. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify common signs and symptoms of OCD in children and differentiate from anxiety disorders\nApply treatment strategies from Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) with children and adolescents\nDescribe ways to collaborate with and guide parents/caregivers in supporting their child’s treatment\n\nRegister Through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-treating-ocd-in-children-adolescents-an-overview-for-clinicians/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260128T204140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T204140Z
UID:10001488-1770206400-1770210000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Cultural Competence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDevelop an understanding of inclusive language\, learn to recognize and avoid microaggressions\, and build intercultural competency skills. Explore the impact of microaggressions and how to prevent them\, then focus on intercultural skills like understanding cultural norms\, identifying personal biases\, and practicing effective communication across diverse backgrounds. \nLearning Objectives\n\nBuild awareness of how your own cultural background\, values\, and experiences shape the way you see and interact with others.\nAdopt an open and curious attitude by practicing growth mindset\, empathy\, and respect when engaging across cultural differences.\nIncrease knowledge of cultural values\, communication styles\, and workplace norms to better understand how people from different cultures work and make decisions.\nStrengthen insive skills such as active listening\, perspective‑taking\, flexing communication styles\, and responding constructively to microaggressions\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-cultural-competence/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260128T203325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T203325Z
UID:10001486-1770120000-1770127200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Psychological Safety: The Foundation for a Connected & Engaged Team
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCulture is a complicated blend of values\, assumptions\, perceptions\, attitudes\, beliefs\, behaviors\, and customs. But at the end of the day\, it all comes out in the way we interact. How we interact in the human services arena is largely created and sustained at the supervisor level. We find psychological safety at the heart of all of this—culture\, human experience\, and interaction. This training will center on the power of psychological safety to build a connected and engaged team. \nWe will discuss the impact of psychological safety on team dynamics\, individual well-being\, and the overall effectiveness of our services. Participants will learn and practice several ways to assess psychological safety on and with their teams and acquire practical strategies and best practices for promoting and enhancing psychological safety within their teams. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify three stages of psychological safety and their impact on team/organizational culture\nIdentify at least two ways to assess psychological safety on a team\nCarry out at least three practical strategies to promote psychological safety in teams and organizations\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-psychological-safety-the-foundation-for-a-connected-engaged-team/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260115T190816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T201249Z
UID:10001469-1770116400-1770120000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Evidentia Learning | New Resources for Children with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar is hosted by Dr. Amelia Siders\, psychologist and clinician with more than 15 years of experience working in the Child Advocacy Center community\, and Jerri Sites\, a nationally recognized expert in child abuse response and developer of the MDT Series eLearning Collection. This free webinar will provide an overview of two new resources designed to support clinicians and MDTs who work with children with problematic sexual behaviors. New open-sourced assessment tools and resources will be reviewed including the Assessment of Sexual Behavior-Child Version (ASB-C) and the Sexual Harm: Assessing Resilience and Concern (SHARC). \nThis webinar builds on the foundational content of the Problematic Sexual Behaviors modules from the MDT Series eLearning Collection. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReceive an overview of the ASB-C and SHARC assessment tools\nLearn how to access and utilize the measures to support children with problematic sexual behaviors\nBe provided an overview of resources and supports for clinicians and MDTs\n\nRegister At Evidentia Learning\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/evidentia-learning-new-resources-for-children-with-problematic-sexual-behaviors/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors
ORGANIZER;CN="Evidentia Learning":MAILTO:support@evidentialearning.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251118T174739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T174746Z
UID:10001390-1769990400-1770335999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Do No Harm Interviewing Skills Needed When There Are Concerns About Abuse: The Why\, The When\, The How
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nA First-of-Its-Kind\, Multi-Module Training Series\nFor professionals who may talk with children about abuse — outside official CAC forensic interview roles. Whether in mental health\, healthcare\, education\, child welfare\, law enforcement\, or frontline work\, gain the skills to respond safely without causing harm. \nProfessionals in many settings have contact with children who may have witnessed or been a victim of violence. Children sometimes make statements that are as alarming as they are unclear\, resulting in a professional feeling anxious about child safety and confusion about how to manage a mandated report. In some situations\, professionals need clarity regarding a child’s statement and in other situations professionals need to get some information from a child before or after an investigation and child forensic interview. \nThis training will teach child serving professionals across disciplines how to talk with the child in a non-invasive manner that allows the child to provide basic information about the concerns and feel supported in the process. Specific emphasis will be on how to enhance rapport building throughout an interview\, address the importance of including narrative event practice prior to talking about the issue of concern\, and will teach specific interview techniques focusing on the use of open-ended questions from narrative event practice through basic questioning about the concerns. \nPresenters will cover memory and cognitive development research and the values of these skills. Presenters will also provide an overview of the components of child maltreatment investigations and child forensic interviewing. Attendees will learn and practice new skills that may help them respond effectively to children who make statements that raise child maltreatment or family violence concerns. The goal of using these skills is to support the child\, get helpful basic information\, and enhance\, not hinder an investigation. \nLearn the Why\, When & How\nSafe\, developmentally appropriate\, evidence-informed interviewing skills — stay in your role and reduce risk. \nWhy does this training matter?\n\nFills a national gap for non-CAC interviewers\nPromotes trauma-informed\, child-centered\, legally sound practice\nLed by national experts in forensic interviewing & child protection\n\nMODULE 3: The How and Beyond – Research-Informed Interviewing\nPrerequisite: Module 1 must be completed prior to attending Module 3. Module 2 must be completed or registered for prior to attending Module 3. \n\nDemonstrate the ability to differentiate the purpose of the non-forensic interviewer interview from a formal child forensic interview.\nExplain the key stages of research-informed interviewing and how these stages may differ from a formal child forensic interview.\nEvaluate the quality of interview questions by understanding the type of questions used.\nGive examples of how to prioritize and maximize open-ended questions to elicit accurate narratives and reliable information from children.\nExplain the best ways to structure their interviews to support the child and future investigation.\nDemonstrate knowledge of language and memory development to generating interview questions.\nIdentify how child development and linguistic considerations affect abilities of children to understand and respond to adult questioning.\nIdentify and give examples of age-appropriate questions and ways of assessing child’s developmental level and abilities.\nDemonstrate knowledge of challenges to talking with children and ways of reducing drift. Make a plan for avoiding draft.\nExplain key memory concepts critical in effective child interviewing: How children’s memories differ from adults\, Recall v. Recognition memory\, Memory source monitoring\, Script memory\nGive examples of key memory concept questions critical in effective child interviewing: Recall memory\, Recognition memory\, Memory source monitoring\, Script memory\, Episodic memory\nSummarize key principles of best practice interview techniques and components gleaned from the research\, with reference to key provisions of the APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing in Cases of Suspected Child Abuse.\nExplain next steps to a child and supportive family members (as needed) that match practitioners role in the interview process.\n\nRegister Through APSAC\nThis is a virtual event and participants are required to attend all four dates.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-do-no-harm-interviewing-skills-needed-when-there-are-concerns-about-abuse-the-why-the-when-the-how-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260121T193755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193821Z
UID:10001475-1769778000-1769788800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MDH Evaluation Workshop 1: Surveys
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Sexual Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is offering three free virtual evaluation skill-building workshops\, hosted and facilitated by The Improve Group. Each workshop will focus on different topics\, including surveys\, qualitative data\, and using evaluation to demonstrate change. Workshops will be primarily presentation\, with time for individual practice and questions and answers. Workshop 3 will introduce the different ways that evaluation can serve you\, including in being able to describe how your prevention work contributes to broader community impact. The session will focus on selecting an appropriate focus for your evaluation and tools to help you plan an effective evaluation. Topics such as formative vs. process vs. outcome evaluation will be discussed. \nRegister Through MDH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mdh-evaluation-workshop-1-surveys-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260121T193640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193640Z
UID:10001474-1769677200-1769688000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MDH Evaluation Workshop 2: Qualitative Data
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Sexual Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is offering three free virtual evaluation skill-building workshops\, hosted and facilitated by The Improve Group. Each workshop will focus on different topics\, including surveys\, qualitative data\, and using evaluation to demonstrate change. Workshops will be primarily presentation\, with time for individual practice and questions and answers. Workshop 2 will focus on working with qualitative data (e.g.\, listening sessions/focus groups/interviews)\, from design to data collection and analysis. The workshop will assume some previous experience with these methods\, but does not assume advanced knowledge. \nRegister Through MDH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mdh-evaluation-workshop-2-qualitative-data/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260102T220837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T215856Z
UID:10001427-1769605200-1769612400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN | Multigenerational Competency in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThere are currently 4-5 distinct generations in the workforce. This fact can bring value to teams based on diverse ways of thinking and processing – and it can create challenges. This session is designed to ‘normalize’ some of these challenges\, explore some of the differences\, and provide guidance to leaders as to how to focus on the advantages of the differences between generations. The ability to reframe the negative into more positive will support leaders in helping their teams be more effective. \nLearning Objectives\n\nAttendees will be able to clearly understand the various generations that are currently in the workforce\, highlighting some of the key factors that have influenced each generation.\nAttendees will explore some typical stereotypes and review how to notice them and work to dispel them when they are not helpful.\nAttendees will review information about differences in workforce dynamics and how to focus on the leadership qualities that are beneficial to all staff members\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-multigenerational-competency-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260121T193543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T193543Z
UID:10001473-1769590800-1769601600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MDH Evaluation Workshop 1: Surveys
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Sexual Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is offering three free virtual evaluation skill-building workshops\, hosted and facilitated by The Improve Group. Each workshop will focus on different topics\, including surveys\, qualitative data\, and using evaluation to demonstrate change. Workshops will be primarily presentation\, with time for individual practice and questions and answers. Workshop 1 will focus on surveys\, including survey design and development\, data analysis\, interpretation\, and sharing findings. The workshop will assume some previous experience with using surveys\, but not advanced knowledge. \nRegister Through MDH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mdh-evaluation-workshop-1-surveys/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260102T221915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T215434Z
UID:10001428-1769520600-1769527800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN | Engaging Your Board in Fundraising Without the Struggle
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nEngaging boards in fundraising is one of the most frustrating challenges for nonprofit leaders. We want them to help\, but not too much\, and in just the right way. \nIn order to ease the tension with our boards when it comes to fundraising\, we must: \n\nUse a gift table to determine what we need from board members. The number of donor introductions is determined by the number of prospects we need. A gift table helps us figure that out.\nDetermine their role in fundraising by looking at the board’s governance structure. Working boards provide a different level of support than governance boards. We align our expectations with the governance structure.\nMap board engagement opportunities to the specific fundraising strategies you’re prioritizing—whether that’s major gifts\, events\, grants\, annual giving\, or corporate sponsorship.\n\nYou’ll leave with a concrete next step to deepen board engagement in fundraising—one that fits your board’s structure\, your current priorities\, and your organization’s fundraising plan. \nLearning Objectives\n\nClarify the role of their board in fundraising based on whether they operate as a working board or governance board.\nIdentify the most effective ways their board can contribute to different fundraising strategies (e.g.\, major gifts\, events\, corporate sponsors\, grants).\nUse a gift table to determine specific fundraising needs\, including the number of prospects and asks needed to reach a goal.\nFacilitate a board storytelling activity that equips your board members to engage others in a conversation about their “why” for supporting your organization.\nLeave with one actionable next step to engage their board more meaningfully in the fundraising process.\n\nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-engaging-your-board-in-fundraising-without-the-struggle/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251118T172709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T172709Z
UID:10001388-1769385600-1769731199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:40th Annual San Diego International Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThe Chadwick Center for Children and Families at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego\, California\, is presenting its 41st annual conference\, titled “The Future is Now: Navigating Challenges\, Shaping Tomorrow.” \nThe purpose of the San Diego Child and Maltreatment Conference is to create an opportunity for collaboration and multidisciplinary interactions across the workforce to develop and enhance their professional skills and knowledge in the prevention\, recognition\, assessment\, investigation\, and treatment of all forms of child and family maltreatment using best practices. \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\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 to exhibit hall
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/40th-annual-san-diego-international-conference-on-child-and-family-maltreatment-3/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251118T173808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T174830Z
UID:10001387-1769299200-1769385599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Do No Harm Interviewing Skills Needed When There Are Concerns About Abuse: The Why\, The When\, The How
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nA First-of-Its-Kind\, Multi-Module Training Series\nFor professionals who may talk with children about abuse — outside official CAC forensic interview roles. Whether in mental health\, healthcare\, education\, child welfare\, law enforcement\, or frontline work\, gain the skills to respond safely without causing harm. \nProfessionals in many settings have contact with children who may have witnessed or been a victim of violence. Children sometimes make statements that are as alarming as they are unclear\, resulting in a professional feeling anxious about child safety and confusion about how to manage a mandated report. In some situations\, professionals need clarity regarding a child’s statement and in other situations professionals need to get some information from a child before or after an investigation and child forensic interview. \nThis training will teach child serving professionals across disciplines how to talk with the child in a non-invasive manner that allows the child to provide basic information about the concerns and feel supported in the process. Specific emphasis will be on how to enhance rapport building throughout an interview\, address the importance of including narrative event practice prior to talking about the issue of concern\, and will teach specific interview techniques focusing on the use of open-ended questions from narrative event practice through basic questioning about the concerns. \nPresenters will cover memory and cognitive development research and the values of these skills. Presenters will also provide an overview of the components of child maltreatment investigations and child forensic interviewing. Attendees will learn and practice new skills that may help them respond effectively to children who make statements that raise child maltreatment or family violence concerns. The goal of using these skills is to support the child\, get helpful basic information\, and enhance\, not hinder an investigation. \nLearn the Why\, When & How\nSafe\, developmentally appropriate\, evidence-informed interviewing skills — stay in your role and reduce risk. \nWhy does this training matter?\n\nFills a national gap for non-CAC interviewers\nPromotes trauma-informed\, child-centered\, legally sound practice\nLed by national experts in forensic interviewing & child protection\n\nMODULE 2: The Practice of How?\n\nDefine Roles: Participants will describe why\, when\, and how to talk with children when abuse and violence are a concern.\nDescribe Skills for Gathering Information from Children: Rapport building\, narrative event practice\, transition to concern\, open-ended questions\, recording information\, and supporting trauma-informed closure.\nDemonstrate Ways of Talking with Children that are Supportive\, Warm\, and Sustain Rapport: Role play and practice.\nApply Open-Ended Questioning Techniques: Participants will learn how to utilize open-ended questions and narrative event practice to gather accurate\, reliable information from children about their experiences.\nDemonstrate Non-Invasive Interviewing Skills: Participants will learn techniques to establish rapport and conduct child-friendly\, non-invasive conversations that encourage children to share concerns and basic information.\nExplain Supportive Conversations for Child Well-being: Professionals will be able to more effectively respond to children’s statements in a manner that supports ongoing investigations\, maintains trust\, and prioritizes the child’s emotional safety.\n\nRegister Through APSAC\nThis is an in-person event offered on two dates: \n\nSunday\, January 25\, 2026 – in-person at the APSAC Pre-Conference to the 41st Annual San Diego Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment in San Diego\, CA.\nSunday\, June 14\, 2026 – APSAC 33rd Annual Colloquium\, New Orleans\, LA
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-do-no-harm-interviewing-skills-needed-when-there-are-concerns-about-abuse-the-why-the-when-the-how-2/
LOCATION:Town and Country San Diego\, 500 Hotel Circle N\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20251001T201946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T201946Z
UID:10001320-1769083200-1769088600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse Understanding the Long-Term Impacts of Gender-Based Violence on Health
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGender-based violence (GBV) can have profound and lasting effects on a survivor’s physical\, mental\, and cognitive well-being. This webinar will explore the complex relationship between the immediate trauma of violence and the long-term health needs of individuals. Participants will gain valuable insights into how survivors of GBV with health challenges may present within the justice system. Additionally\, attendees will learn how to apply the social determinants of health framework to better support and address the needs of victims of crime\, enhancing their ability to provide holistic care and advocacy. \nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-understanding-the-long-term-impacts-of-gender-based-violence-on-health-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260102T222825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T222936Z
UID:10001430-1769083200-1769086800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Hidden Mental Health Risks of AI Chatbots and Companions
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAI chatbots and AI companions are rapidly becoming part of the emotional and social world of children and adolescents. While these systems offer a nonjudgmental space\, they also introduce hidden psychological risks\, including emotional dependence\, unhealthy attachment dynamics\, impaired reality-testing\, reinforcement of cognitive distortions\, and crisis-management failures. This webinar examines the latest research findings and emerging clinical and ethical issues of AI chatbot use. Participants will learn to identify red flags\, understand the underlying mechanisms of risk\, and apply practical safeguards to help protect vulnerable youth. \nLearning objectives\n\nName and describe four domains of mental health risk associated with AI chatbot use.\nIdentify at least three mechanisms through which AI chatbots can influence attachment\, reality-testing\, and emotional well-being in youth.\nDefine AI sycophancy and hallucinations and explain how these phenomena contribute to mental health risks of AI chatbot use.\nDescribe key risk patterns associated with emotional overreliance on AI chatbots.\n\nRegister Through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-hidden-mental-health-risks-of-ai-chatbots-and-companions/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T120225
CREATED:20260102T220148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T215712Z
UID:10001426-1769072400-1769083200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MCN | Facilitative Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFacilitation has become an essential skill for leaders seeking to change lives\, systems\, and societal practices. Facilitative leaders play a vital role in fostering collaboration\, nurturing the capabilities and commitment of employees\, colleagues\, and stakeholders. Facilitative leaders “lead” by clearly communicating their vision and organizational boundaries while supporting their team’s efforts. \nFacilitative leadership entails guiding individuals by presenting an inspiring vision of the positive transformations that their work can bring to the world. It also involves creating an environment that encourages every team member to engage enthusiastically and wholeheartedly in their work. Weaving together these two roles is not always easy. \nIn this workshop\, we will delve into the qualities\, values\, and benefits of facilitative leadership. We will explore its relevance in our ever-evolving workplaces\, considering whether and how this leadership style supports leaders during times of continuous change and complexity. Participants will discuss content in small and large groups and apply it in real time to their own situations. \nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mcn-facilitative-leadership/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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