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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:20241212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014128
CREATED:20241121T223421Z
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SUMMARY:CalTrin Building a Resilient and High-Performing Organizational Culture
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTo foster resilience and positivity\, we must first create the conditions for resilience and positivity. Leadership is ultimately responsible for creating these conditions. This training will support leaders in developing the vision\, commitment\, communication\, and planning that allows organizations to move resilience training from well-being programs to longer-term initiatives that define and build the organizational cultures we need for resilience to persist. Some of the concepts included are the leadership team’s resilience practices\, how supervisors and middle managers are supported and empowered to move the vision and strategies forward\, and how leadership fosters honest and vulnerable feedback about the culture from staff at all levels. This is just what is needed now\, as we move our workplaces forward toward being organizations where people want to work. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-building-a-resilient-and-high-performing-organizational-culture/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014128
CREATED:20241107T182536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182536Z
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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:20260411T014128
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:20260411T014128
CREATED:20241107T182052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182320Z
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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:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240516T195605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T173121Z
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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:20241209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20241107T183218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T183218Z
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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:20241205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20241107T181732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181732Z
UID:10000985-1733389200-1733412600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MNCN Splotlight: Building Your AI Confidence Muscles
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInterest in artificial intelligence (AI) has been exploding over the past couple of years\, particularly with the emergence of tools such as ChatGPT. While some estimates show that fewer than 25 percent of nonprofits have started using AI\, similar surveys show that over 65 percent say they are open to doing so. \nSpotlight: Building Your AI Confidence Muscles is designed for people who know the change is here and want to be proactive in introducing AI into their organizational workflow and processes. This full-day\, virtual training offers four 60-minute sessions that dig into the transformational potential of AI for the nonprofit sector and build awareness and confidence in the process. \nSpotlights are day-long virtual trainings\, offering four to five 60-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-building-your-ai-confidence-muscles/
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:20241120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20241014T214406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T214406Z
UID:10000968-1732104000-1732116600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS The Power of Ethical Humility in Working with Adolescents
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nUsing ethical humility when working with adolescents allows professional expertise and client self-advocacy to complement one another. Ethical decision-making is particularly challenging with adolescents because legal rights\, ethical concerns\, and guidelines change as clients age. An ethical humility framework enables you to support your client’s growth and development while upholding your professional responsibilities. \nExploring the micro and macro levels of ethical humility in your work with adolescents ensures that you support your clients’ rights to self-advocacy in your professional role. The complex interplay of individual and parental rights with varied laws and guidelines requires careful consideration. As a child progresses from adolescence to adulthood\, their decision-making capacity evolves. Developing an ethical decision-making process ensures that adolescent clients receive appropriate care from professionals. Adopting an ethical humility perspective strengthens the professional’s ability to meet the client where they are. \nEthical decision making is crucial for all professionals working with adolescents. This intermediate-level virtual course is appropriate for psychologists\, social workers\, counselors\, and other helping professionals who work with adolescents in their practice. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe the framework of ethical humility as applied to working with adolescents.\nDescribe the impact of changing developmental stages in addressing ethical dilemmas with adolescents.\nUtilize ethical humility principles in communication with their clients to prevent\, assess and manage ethical dilemmas\nDevelop a plan regarding professional consultation to address ethical dilemmas.\nRegister Through the Institute for Human Services\n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-the-power-of-ethical-humility-in-working-with-adolescents/
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:20241120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T181250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T181250Z
UID:10000901-1732104000-1732109400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Child Interview - Where Research Meets Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTrauma-informed practice (TIP) is a critical component of child forensic interviewing. TIPs can reduce the negative impact that forensic interviews could have on survivors. They can also help interviewers adapt their memory-based interviews to meet the needs of traumatized individuals. This two-part webinar series will examine the impact of trauma on the brain and help interviewers translate the research on trauma into actionable\, client-centered\, trauma-informed practices. \nPart 1: Trauma\, the Brain\, and the Investigation \nPart one will focus on the impact of trauma on the brain\, with special attention given to how trauma affects survivors during investigations and forensic interviews. This knowledge is key to minimizing interviewer biases and errors. \nPart 11: Trauma-Informed Practice \nPart two will focus on the four pillars of a trauma-informed approach to forensic interviewing: Safety\, Predictability\, Empowerment\, and Compassion (SPEC). By learning TIPs for child forensic interviews\, participants will be empowered to conduct more effective client-centered interviews. \nAbout the Trainer\nDr. Hugues Herve is the President and Practice Director at The Forensic Practice\, the lead author of the StepWise 360 approach to conducting forensic interviews\, and a registered clinical psychologist who specializes in forensic psychology. By utilizing expertise in psychology\, human behavior\, memory\, and evaluating truthfulness\, Hugues advocates for the advancement of investigative\, assessment\, and decision-making practices to promote the safety and wellness of our communities. \nRegister at APSAC\nMember Registration: $100 \nNon-Member Registration: $120
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-interview-where-research-meets-practice/2024-11-20/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T204111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T204111Z
UID:10000905-1731679200-1731686400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse: Working with NOCs 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 in their own healing journey. Understanding the common experiences and needs of adult survivors can help advocates support them in their efforts to help support their children. \nRegister at First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-adult-survivors-of-sexual-abuse-working-with-nocs-who-have-been-victims/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T204938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T204938Z
UID:10000907-1731589200-1731592800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC "Just the facts": Best Practices For Minimal Facts Interviewing
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInvestigators and other practitioners advised to conduct minimal facts interviewing are often told to limit themselves to who\, what\, when\, and where.  But how?  Children are notoriously poor at estimating dates\, which means that “when” can pose difficulties.  Worse\, it can lead to estimates of dating that will lead to inconsistencies and impeachment of the child’s story. Furthermore\, children are reluctant to describe genital touch\, and often ill-equipped to specify the nature of the touch.  Again\, mistakes in eliciting the early report can easily lead to problems for the case down the road. Based on research in child interviewing and developmental psychology\, I’ll discuss how practitioners can avoid these pitfalls and conduct productive minimal facts interviews. \nAbout the Trainer\nThomas D. Lyon\, JD\, PhD \nThomas D. Lyon’s goal is to identify the most productive means of questioning children about abuse and violence. He is the Judge Edward J. and Ruey L. Guirado Chair in Law and Psychology at the University of Southern California Gould School of Law. Lyon is past-president of the American Psychological Association’s Section on Child Maltreatment (Division 37) and a former member of the Board of Directors of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children. His work has been supported by the National Institutes of Health\, the National Science Foundation\, the United States Department of Justice\, the California Office of Emergency Services\, the National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect\, the California Endowment\, and the Haynes Foundation. \nRegister at APSAC\nCancellation Policy\nNo cancellations. No refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-just-the-facts-best-practices-for-minimal-facts-interviewing/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T203648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T203648Z
UID:10000904-1731420000-1731427200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Interviewing and Working with Queer Youth: Understanding the Cultural Context
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis session will cover the dynamics of interviewing and working with queer youth who are potential victims of violence or abuse. Topics discussed will include dynamics of abuse and violence in the queer community\, barriers to service\, historical context and power dynamics\, risk factors\, and suggestions for building inclusion into your practice\, both on the individual level when interviewing queer youth. as well as the organizational level when working with queer youth in general. \nRegister at First Witness\nDHS Scholarship Eligibility\nScholarships are available for county\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from our payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. \nWe will notify you following registration whether or not you will receive a scholarship.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-interviewing-and-working-with-queer-youth-understanding-the-cultural-context/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20241014T211043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T211043Z
UID:10000964-1730980800-1730986200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Problematic Sexual Behaviors in Children and Adolescents: The Do's and Don'ts for the Criminal Justice System
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhen a child or adolescent sexually acts out it can be a scary experience for not just a parent\, but also for the provider working with the family\, especially if the child is justice system involved.  This webinar will first correct common myths and misconceptions about children who sexually act out (e.g.\, the supermajority of these children are highly responsive to treatment and are NOT pedophiles). \nThe second aspect of this webinar will be a walk-through of the evidence for how to treat these children and the likelihood of success (e.g.\, with appropriate\, evidence-based practices children 3 to 18 who engage in these behaviors are up to 95% successful in treatment and do not sexually reoffend again).  Finally\, the last part of this presentation will tie parts one and two together to answer the question of how providers in the criminal justice system can best help these families as well as keep the community and public safe. \nDuring this webinar\, participants will discuss: \n\nThe “rules of thumb” for addressing problematic sexual behaviors (PSBs) in youth.\nMethods that are contraindicated and counter-therapeutic for intervening in youth with PSBs.\nSpecific resources (e.g.\, NCSBY) and interventions (e.g.\, PSB-CBT) that are effective in helping youth and families impacted by PSBs.\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-problematic-sexual-behaviors-in-children-and-adolescents-the-dos-and-donts-for-the-criminal-justice-system/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240926T213628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T213628Z
UID:10000931-1730455200-1730462400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe & Strong Communities
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\nThis training is offered to adults in youth-serving agencies\, churches\, sports leagues\, and beyond. Participants learn how to recognize\, respond to\, and report child abuse. More than mandated reporting\, we delve into the dynamics of child abuse\, how to respond to a child in a trauma-informed way\, red flags of child abuse\, child resilience\, a Safe and Strong body safety curriculum\, and more. \nRegister at First Witness\nThis training meets the mandated reporter training requirements listed in Minnesota State Statutes (260E.065).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-strong-communities-3/
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241031T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241031T153000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240920T210110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T200536Z
UID:10000928-1730377800-1730388600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Combating Child Trafficking Through Multi-Agency Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance (The Alliance)\, DHS/DCYF\, and MDH Safe Harbor are partnering to provide a training session for Child Advocacy Centers (CACs) across Minnesota. This training will offer an in-depth review and update on the new Minnesota statutes relevant to child welfare’s mandated response to reports of exploitation and trafficking of minors\, as well as their implications for CACs. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the state-wide response to Human Trafficking and how CACs can access and collaborate with providers and resources in the Safe Harbor Network. \nThis training will dedicate one hour to interactive group work. Participants will collaborate in small groups with their Regional Navigator to explore how each agency can collaborate and improve its coordinated response to child trafficking and exploitation. This group discussion will allow for practical discussions on leveraging each agency’s strengths\, fostering communication\, and building partnerships to protect vulnerable children more effectively. \nRegister Here\nAfter registering\, the Alliance will email you the Zoom link one week before and the day of the training. \nContinuing Education\nThe Alliance will be providing two social work continuing education upon completion of this training. All attendees are expected to attend the entirety of this training. If you are unable to or called away at the last minute to accommodate your client’s needs\, please let MaiXi know.\n\nContact\nIf you have any further questions/concerns\, please contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/combating-child-trafficking-through-multi-agency-partnerships/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Statute,Trafficking
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T180402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T180402Z
UID:10000899-1729864800-1729872000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Porn\, Let's talk About It
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCurrently\, only 62% of our nation’s states require education on healthy relationships. Adolescents are left to fill in the gaps of what healthy sex looks like by turning to media and pornography’s representation of sexual relationships. As child abuse professionals\, we can help families understand the disparities of sexual education and encourage facilitating open and age-appropriate dialogue with youth to empower them to make informed decisions around their sexual health and identity. \nRegister at First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-porn-lets-talk-about-it/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T182628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T182628Z
UID:10000902-1729468800-1729814399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC MDT Response to Child Sex Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nImprove multidisciplinary team (MDT) responses to child sex trafficking cases. Gather information about improving or establishing a formal MDT in your community. Identify gaps and develop short and long-term response plans with the help of subject matter experts. To attend this training\, you must be part of a multidisciplinary team and your team members must attend with you\, from a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 10. Each team member should register individually. To make your team easily identifiable\, all team members should use the same name for their team leader during the registration process. If you need assistance in building your team\, please contact our office at the number/email below. \nThis 3.5 day team-based training will guide existing Multidisciplinary Teams (MDT) to improve their response to Child Sex Trafficking (CST)\, as well as assist those who seek to establish a formal MDT in their communities to more effectively respond to CST cases. Subject matter experts will work with teams to identify gaps and develop short and long-term response plans. \nTo attend this training\, you must be part of a multidisciplinary team and your team members must attend with you\, from a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 10. Each team member should register individually. To make your team easily identifiable\, all team members should use the same name for their team leader during the registration process. If you need assistance in building your team\, please contact our office at the number/email below. \nAttendance at a course such as System Response to High Risk Victims-Child Sex Trafficking (HRV CST) or Investigative Strategies in Child Abduction Cases (ISCAC)\, or have a working knowledge of child sex trafficking is highly recommended. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to: \n\nDifferentiate between responses to traditional child abuse and child sex trafficking cases\nutilize the components of an effective MDT for child sex trafficking\nRecognise and locate youth at risk victimization\nCreate a plan that encompasses strengths\, challenges and a direction for your MDT response to child sex trafficking\n\nRegister at NCJTC\nRegister by Friday\, September 6\, 2024 \nTuition/instructional costs\, as well as course materials\, are provided by the Missing and Exploited Children Training and Technical Assistance Program. For in-person training\, attendees are responsible for making and funding their costs of attendance\, including but not limited to lodging\, travel\, meals\, incidentals\, etc. \nThe Missing and Exploited Children Training and Technical Assistance Program (MEC Training and TA) through funding from the U.S. Department of Justice\, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention\, is able to provide lodging assistance to a limited number of non-federal attendees. This assistance is based on need and is not guaranteed to every applicant. Priority will be given to those from historically underserved communities. Lodging assistance will cover the cost of room and tax for the nights of October 20\, 21\, 22 and 23\, 2024. Class ends at 12:00pm on Thursday\, October 24\, 2024. Lodging arrangements for those who are approved for lodging assistance will be made by MEC Training and TA. If you would like to apply for lodging assistance\, please click HERE.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-mdt-response-to-child-sex-trafficking/
LOCATION:Hyatt House Denver/Lakewood at Belmar\, 7310 West Alaska Dr\, Lakewood\, CO\, 80226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240416T165911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T165911Z
UID:10000850-1729468800-1729641599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project Keeping Faith 2-Day Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis course empowers faith communities to recognize and respond to cases of sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, emotional abuse\, and neglect. Included are discussions detailing the impact of child abuse on a victim’s sense of spirituality and offering concrete suggestions for working with medical and mental health professionals to assist a child in coping with maltreatment. The course also discusses ideal child protection policies for a faith-based institution\, including handling a situation in which a convicted sex offender seeks to join a congregation. A review of various child abuse case scenarios and a discussion on appropriate and inappropriate responses allows for real-life problem-solving and feedback. \nWhy is this training important for every faith community? \n\n93% of sex offenders describe themselves as being ‘religious’\n20% of 2864 church leaders knew of at least one convicted sex offender who was attending or was a member of their church (Christianity Today 2010)\nChild abuse Survivor Quote: “I went online to every faith community in my area trying to find a place in which I felt safe to worship. None of them gave me any information about safety policies in their community so I just gave up trying.”\n\nIntended Audience \nClergy\, chaplains\, youth ministers\, faith leaders\, counselors and other members of a faith community who may work with children or families impacted by child abuse. \nPresenters\n\nVictor Vieth\, Chief Program Officer\, Education and Research\, Zero Abuse Project\nAlison Feigh\, Director\, Jacob Wetterling Resource Center\nPete Singer\, Executive Director\, G.R.A.C.E.; Founding Director\, Care in Action\, Minnesota\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\n***Group Discount: Buy 4 registrations get the 5th registration free. When selecting this option for purchase\, the cost of 5 tickets is set to equal the cost of four full registrations and one free registration. Must purchase all registrations at the same time. Group registrations are not eligible for cancellation or refund (substitutions for registered participants may be made at any time). \nTo pay by credit/debit card\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option ( “Credit Card payment”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. If you need an invoice to issue payment\, please select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay via an Invoice”). \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-keeping-faith-2-day-basic-course-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240926T211812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T211812Z
UID:10000929-1729254600-1729261800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH Introduction to Pathological Demand Avoidance/Persistent Drive For Autonomy
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis course is presented from a neurodiversity affirming lens\, from a presenter with lived experience as a PDA person. The objective of this course is to increase understanding of Pathological Demand Avoidance/Persistent Drive for Autonomy\, as it relates to Autism. This will help clinicians better support families with PDA and/or Autistic members. Participants will have a better understanding of PDA\, how to differentiate it from other conditions\, and how to support PDAers in an effective way. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the impact of perceived demands on the nervous system.\nList at least two potential differential diagnoses for autism with a PDA profile.\nIdentify at least one way to effectively support a PDAer.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nJessica Mertins\, LICSW has a masters of social work from the University of St. Thomas/Saint Catherine University and is currently an outpatient therapist\, licensure supervisor\, and Neurodiversity Specialist at Fernbrook Family Center. She trains from a perspective that blends her lived experience as a neurodivergent person\, her professional experience\, and her research and learning from other lived experience educators. \nRegister through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-introduction-to-pathological-demand-avoidance-persistent-drive-for-autonomy/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20241007T194829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T194829Z
UID:10000950-1729166400-1729171800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MENTOR | Cultivating Wellness and Resilience: The Power of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin for an interactive webinar to discover the power of hope and its transformative impact on individuals\, organizations\, and communities. Our expert panelists will share research and practical strategies to cultivate hope in yourself and those around you. In this webinar\, you will participate in a HOPE inventory to measure your level of hope\, gain practical tips and techniques to foster hope in your daily life and work\, and network with others who are passionate about building a more hopeful future. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the pathway to a more fulfilling and resilient life. \nRegister Through MENTOR
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mentor-cultivating-wellness-and-resilience-the-power-of-hope/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="MENTOR":MAILTO:info@mentoring.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240927T182427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T182427Z
UID:10000937-1729083600-1729089000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin The Cannabis landscape: Public Health and Policy Implications
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will provide a background in how cannabis products have evolved in the wake of legalization in many U.S. states\, including descriptions of different modes of use\, changing THC content\, and market trends. The problem of unregulated hemp-derived products\, such as Δ8-THC\, will be touched on. The presenter will describe how cannabis use impacts physical and mental health\, who is at greatest risk of harm\, and how policy changes and consumer education could help reduce risks. \nLearning Objectives \n\nRecognize at least three types of cannabis products available in legal adult consumer markets in the U.S.\nDescribe three ways in which cannabis use affects health\nDiscuss different cannabis policies that could reduce harm from use\n\nRegister through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-the-cannabis-landscape-public-health-and-policy-implications/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Statute
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T181250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T181250Z
UID:10000900-1729080000-1729085400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Child Interview - Where Research Meets Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTrauma-informed practice (TIP) is a critical component of child forensic interviewing. TIPs can reduce the negative impact that forensic interviews could have on survivors. They can also help interviewers adapt their memory-based interviews to meet the needs of traumatized individuals. This two-part webinar series will examine the impact of trauma on the brain and help interviewers translate the research on trauma into actionable\, client-centered\, trauma-informed practices. \nPart 1: Trauma\, the Brain\, and the Investigation \nPart one will focus on the impact of trauma on the brain\, with special attention given to how trauma affects survivors during investigations and forensic interviews. This knowledge is key to minimizing interviewer biases and errors. \nPart 11: Trauma-Informed Practice \nPart two will focus on the four pillars of a trauma-informed approach to forensic interviewing: Safety\, Predictability\, Empowerment\, and Compassion (SPEC). By learning TIPs for child forensic interviews\, participants will be empowered to conduct more effective client-centered interviews. \nAbout the Trainer\nDr. Hugues Herve is the President and Practice Director at The Forensic Practice\, the lead author of the StepWise 360 approach to conducting forensic interviews\, and a registered clinical psychologist who specializes in forensic psychology. By utilizing expertise in psychology\, human behavior\, memory\, and evaluating truthfulness\, Hugues advocates for the advancement of investigative\, assessment\, and decision-making practices to promote the safety and wellness of our communities. \nRegister at APSAC\nMember Registration: $100 \nNon-Member Registration: $120
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-interview-where-research-meets-practice/2024-10-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240927T180816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T182549Z
UID:10000936-1729008000-1729015200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Concrete Support
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session\, we will discuss everyday strategies for increasing access to concrete support for families. This session will be presented in an engaging lecture format. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReview how Concrete Support helps keep families strong and prevents child abuse and neglect\nIdentify key strategies and everyday actions that help families access Concrete Support\nExplore what it means to help families develop tools and skills in a strengths-based way\nShare Protective Factors resources for providers and families\n\nPre-Work\n\nReview the Center for the Study of Social Policy Strengthening Families website\nRead about Strengthening Families and the Strengthening Families Framework (CSSP) (2pp)\nReview The Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Handout (CSSP)\n\nRegister through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-concrete-support/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240717T175932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T175932Z
UID:10000898-1729000800-1729008000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Interviewing Individuals with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis session will explore how interviewing children and adults with disabilities differs from interviewing individuals without disabilities and will review best practices. Attendees will learn how to adjust the physical space for individuals with physical\, mental\, and/or developmental disabilities\, as well as how to adjust their interview question structure and phrasing. This session will begin with an overview of best practices surrounding working with individuals with disabilities in general. It will then dive into forensic interviewing best practices and applicable research on interviewing children and adults with disabilities. \nRegister at First Witness\nDHS Scholarship Eligibility\nScholarships are available for county\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from our payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. \nWe will notify you following registration whether or not you will receive a scholarship.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-interviewing-individuals-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20241004T194201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T194201Z
UID:10000949-1728558000-1728561600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Recognizing Trauma in Older Adults and Adopting Trauma-Informed Principles: Implications For Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhether it occurred recently or decades ago\, trauma can influence the interactions that elder justice professionals\, including law enforcement\, have when working with older victims. In this webinar\, attendees will learn how trauma affects behaviors and emotions and the signs and symptoms of trauma observed in older adults. Attendees will learn how understanding trauma can improve engagement with older victims and create more positive outcomes for law enforcement investigations. A detective with the Cambridge Police Department will discuss how and why the entire department adopted trauma-informed practices. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-recognizing-trauma-in-older-adults-and-adopting-trauma-informed-principles-implications-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240927T175807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T175807Z
UID:10000935-1728387000-1728397800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Expanding Social Supports to Achieve Better Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDid you know that having social connection and support in your life makes you live 3.7 years longer than someone without support? Come to the Social Support workshop to learn what you can do to increase your lifespan and have a happier and healthier life. During this fun and interactive workshop\, you will learn about why we all need support in our lives. You will also utilize hands-on tools to assess\, plan for\, and develop social connections and support. Practical tools and techniques will be shared during the training to promote the expansion of support systems and connections. Typically\, system professionals do not recognize the development of support systems as an important component of their role. When families are struggling\, access to support is often the answer to success. This training is ideal for anyone working with youth and families that could benefit from creating a robust support system. \nParticipants will \n\nUnderstand the value and benefits of social support\nUtilize tools to assess social support\nPractice skills to enhance social support\n\nWho should attend: All staff of family resource centers (FRCs)\, child abuse prevention councils (CAPCs)\, community-based organizations\, and other child- and family-serving systems. \nPre-Work \nWatch You Can Save Someone’s Life Today | Dr. Julie Radlauer-Doerfler | TEDxMiami (12:51) \nRegister through CalTrin\nThis is an interactive training. Please be prepared to participate in activities such as group discussion\, break out rooms\, and/or demonstration. Your training experience will be best with the use of a web cam\, audio\, and a training environment conducive to active participation. \nThis training will NOT be recorded. \nCalifornia privacy laws mandate consent for recording conversations using AI applications. To ensure a respectful and secure learning environment for all participants\, AI assistants are not allowed in CalTrin training. We value an accessible learning environment. If you require an accommodation to support your learning\, please email us at least three business days before the training. \nBy registering for a CalTrin training\, you consent to be added to the CalTrin mailing list.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-expanding-social-supports-to-achieve-better-outcomes/
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:20241002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240911T215807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T220206Z
UID:10000924-1727870400-1727875800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Using Cultural Intelligence to Enhance Trauma-Informed Care and Healing-Centered Engagements
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance (the Alliance) is excited to have Brandon Jones\, executive director at the Minnesota Association of Children’s Mental Health and chair of the Alliance’s board of directors.\, to present on Leadership Training Series to explore the dimensions of strong leadership and develop or strengthen your skills to guide your team.\n\nThis training will provide participants with a learning opportunity to move forward with Understanding\, Equity\, and Diversity Inclusion work. Most have had training and learning opportunities in “Cultural Competence\,” but there continue to be struggles and issues finding the best ways to connect and treat our client populations. This training will provide participants with a learning opportunity to move forward with understanding Equity and Diversity Inclusion work in a Trauma-Informed Framework.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nBrandon Jones\, serving as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health\, brings a wealth of expertise in consulting and therapy. His focus areas encompass Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)\, Historical and Intergenerational trauma\, Social/Emotional Intelligence (EQ)\, Leadership\, and the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). Brandon’s academic journey boasts a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Minnesota\, a master’s in Community Psychology from Metropolitan State University\, and a master’s in Psychotherapy (MFT) from Adler Graduate School. His distinction as a 2013 Bush Foundation Leadership Fellow also speaks to his dedication to leadership excellence. His life ethos is encapsulated in the motto: “Live life with Purpose on Purpose”.\n\n\nRegistration is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nThe 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\nSocial Work credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/leadership-training/
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T014129
CREATED:20240813T143259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T143259Z
UID:10000919-1727431200-1727438400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe & Strong Communities
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\nThis training is offered to adults in youth-serving agencies\, churches\, sports leagues\, and beyond. Participants learn how to recognize\, respond to\, and report child abuse. More than mandated reporting\, we delve into the dynamics of child abuse\, how to respond to a child in a trauma-informed way\, red flags of child abuse\, child resilience\, a Safe and Strong body safety curriculum\, and more. \nRegister at First Witness\nThis training meets the mandated reporter training requirements listed in Minnesota State Statutes (260E.065).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-strong-communities-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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