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SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-18/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230516T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230608T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230428T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190449Z
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SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230603T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230428T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190449Z
UID:10000439-1683808200-1685809800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-11/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230509T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230428T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190449Z
UID:10000438-1683635400-1685637000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-09/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230527T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230428T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190449Z
UID:10000437-1683203400-1685205000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-04/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230413T152737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T152737Z
UID:10000427-1683198000-1683205200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advocating in Rural Minnesota: A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC) hosts Susie Hanson from Stevens County Attorney’s Office\, Kim Anderson-Moen from Someplace Safe\, Vicki Walechka from Le Sueur County Victim/Witness Program\, and Teresa Lhotka from Missing Children Minnesota to discuss providing advocacy in less populated areas of Minnesota. \nPossible topics include\, but not limited to:\n\nAccessing housing\, mental health resources\, and other social services\nWorking with a small law enforcement agency\nBeing the only advocate in the county\nMaintaining confidentiality and navigating relationships when everyone knows everyone\nAdvocate safety in rural Minnesota\nAdvocacy with Indigenous communities\n\nRegister via MAC\nRegister today and submit your questions to the panel!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advocating-in-rural-minnesota-a-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230428T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190449Z
UID:10000436-1683030600-1685032200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-02/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230222T230252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T230252Z
UID:10000415-1682514000-1682517600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Collaborative & Proactive Solutions: Moving From Power and Control to Collaboration and Problem-Solving
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training event with Ross W. Greene\, Ph. D. \nThis is the innovative\, evidence-based\, trauma-informed model Dr. Ross Greene describes in his influential books The Explosive Child\, Lost at School\, Lost & Found\, and Raising Human Beings. The model represents a significant departure from discipline-as-usual:  it focuses on solving problems rather than modifying behavior\, emphasizes collaborative rather than unilateral solutions\, encourages proactive rather than reactive intervention\, de-emphasizes diagnostic categories\, and provides practical\, research-based tools for assessment and intervention. \nAbout the Presenter\nRoss W. Greene\, Ph.D.\, is a clinical psychologist and the originator of the innovative\, evidence-based approach called Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS)\, as described in his influential books The Explosive Child\, Lost at School\, Lost & Found\, and Raising Human Beings. He also developed\, and executive produced the award-winning documentary film The Kids We Lose\, released in 2018. Dr. Greene was on the faculty at Harvard Medical School for over 20 years\, and is now founding director of the non-profit Lives in the Balance. He is also currently adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech and adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Technology in Sydney\, Australia. Dr. Greene has worked with several thousand kids with concerning behaviors and their caregivers\, and he and his colleagues have overseen implementation and evaluation of the CPS model in countless schools\, inpatient psychiatric units\, and residential and juvenile detention facilities\, with dramatic effect: significant reductions in recidivism\, discipline referrals\, detentions\, suspensions\, and use of restraint and seclusion. Dr. Greene lectures throughout the world and lives in Freeport\, Maine. \nRegister via APSAC\nGeneral Admission: $25.00\nAPSAC Members and The New York Foundling Staff General Admission: Free\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology): $25.00\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology) for APSAC Members and New York Foundling Staff: $15.00 \n*If you are in New York and would like social work\, mental health or psychology CE credits please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org \nAPSAC Members: You will receive your discount automatically when registering.\nThe New York Foundling Staff: Please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org to request your entry code.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/collaborative-proactive-solutions-moving-from-power-and-control-to-collaboration-and-problem-solving/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230413T152124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T152124Z
UID:10000426-1682506800-1682512200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Victim Privacy and Statutory Privilege
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC) is hosting a training opportunity\, presented by Adam Petras who is the Assistant Hennepin County Attorney. \nThis training is an overview and discussion about the rights that crime victims have in protecting their private\, confidential\, and privileged information. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDiscover what personal information and data about or from a victim is protected\, and the differences between private\, confidential\, and privileged information.\nHear about the recent evolution of victims’ right to privacy in Minnesota’s appellate court decisions over the past 3-4 years.\nUnderstand how victims’ advocates can assist and help victims keep their personal information personal and away from the court system.\n\nRegisteriva via MAC\nThis training is free for all to attend live on Zoom\, the recording of the event will be available exclusively for MAC members.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/victim-privacy-and-statutory-privilege/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Statute
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230222T230235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T230235Z
UID:10000414-1681905600-1681916400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Your FIRST Response to an Allegation of Child Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is hosting this training event where participants will learn tools and practical skills to better communicate with a child during the initial outcry of maltreatment. \nProtecting children from child abuse and maltreatment requires that everyone understand how to recognize\, respond and report any form of maltreatment a child may experience. FIRST response is often the single most important step in effectively responding and reporting maltreatment. \nFIRST will give you and your community the tools necessary to better protect kids. This half-day training goes beyond recognizing types of maltreatment. The training combines both lecture and practicum\, giving participants the tools and practical skills to better communicate with a child during the initial outcry of maltreatment. \nThe FIRST process teaches three critical components:\n\nHow to recognize signs and symptoms of abuse and maltreatment\nHow to listen and respond to a child’s needs\nHow to effectively and accurately report any form of maltreatment to authorities\nYour FIRST Response to an Allegation of Child Maltreatment training teaches participants how to listen to children who have experienced maltreatment and gather the correct information needed in a way that puts the child’s needs FIRST.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n\nUnderstand reality of child abuse\nUnderstand how to gather information utilizing the FIRST process\nUnderstand responsibility of mandated reporting and information needed for report\n\nYour FIRST Response to an Allegation of Child Maltreatment is a train-the-trainer model. If you are interested in learning how you can train this material to those in your region\, reach out to Suzanne Severson (Suzanne@ZeroAbuseProject.org) for more information. \nRegister via Zero Abuse Project\n* To pay for your registration by credit card\, you must select pay using “PayPal” and it will take you to the option to select the credit card processing page.** \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/your-first-response-to-an-allegation-of-child-maltreatment/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230412
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230414
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230222T230220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T230220Z
UID:10000413-1681257600-1681430399@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. This training will be conducted virutally. \nVIEW THE COURSE AGENDA HERE\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. \nPresented by\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 via 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). \n*To 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. The system will then take you the credit card processing page. If you need an invoice to issue payment\, please select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay with Invoice”). ** \nTo pay by Credit/Debit Card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by Invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within two 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 before a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than three working days before 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/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230130T184456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T184456Z
UID:10000392-1678788000-1678793400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:General Considerations for Interviewing Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session\, participants will learn pre-interview considerations for choosing an appropriate interview setting that is trauma-informed and victim-sensitive. In addition\, participants will learn pre-interview considerations for adjusting the forensic interview to the individual’s needs and methods of gathering this information pre-interview. Consideration will be given to the physical setting\, timing of the interview\, informed consent\, language\, and comfort items in the interview process.\nPresenter: Dermot Whelan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/general-considerations-for-interviewing-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T143000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230207T202013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T202013Z
UID:10000404-1678710600-1678717800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Trauma and Sensory Processing: Definitions\, Examples and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is presenting a live webinar with Alyssa Madon\, Occupational Therapist at the M Health Fairview. This presentation is an introduction to sensory processing and its relationship with children that have experienced trauma. It will cover pertinent definitions and evidence-based connections to the outward responses (i.e. behaviors\, emotional difficulties\, etc) that are often seen in children that are having difficulty with sensory processing. The training will provide examples to increase comprehension and demonstrate appropriate strategies for immediate use in working with children. \nFour Learning Objectives:\n\nAttendees will be able to define basic sensory processing-related terminology\nAttendees will be able to identify the relationship between sensory processing and children who have experienced trauma.\nAttendees will be able to recognize the signs of sensory dysregulation in children who have experienced trauma.\nAttendees will be able to implement at least 5 sensory-based strategies to increase sensory regulation.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nAlyssa Mason is a pediatric occupational therapist. She received her undergraduate degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a focus on child development and a master’s degree in occupational therapy with certificates in equity and diversity\, and disability and policy. Alyssa has experience working as an early childhood educator\, and a Children’s Mental Health Targeted Case Manager before starting work as a pediatric occupational therapist across multiple settings including schools\, inpatient hospitals and outpatient clinics. She completed 2 years as a fellow with MNLEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities) which consisted of interdisciplinary leadership\, policy and advocacy training. \nRegister via MACMH\n2 CEHs and includes 2 hours of clinical content
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/trauma-and-sensory-processing-definitions-examples-and-strategies/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230310
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230130T184234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T184234Z
UID:10000396-1678233600-1678406399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nThe training will be presented between 2 half-days (note the different ending times each day): \n\nWednesday\, March 8\, 2023: 10:00 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. (Central)\nThursday\, March 9\, 2023: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Central)\n\nPart of an organization?\nZero Abuse Project understands that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. Zero Abuse Project believes this is instrumental to agency change. Therefore\, ZAP offers one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare\, and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\n\n\n\n\nView Course Agenda\n\n\n\n\nRegister via Zero Abuse Project\nTO PAY BY CREDIT/DEBIT CARD\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order\,” you will be taken to a page that will allow you to 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. The system will then take you to the credit card processing page. If you need an invoice to issue payment\, please select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay with Invoice”) \nTO PAY BY INVOICE\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within two 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 three working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within six months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training/
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:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230130T190141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T190141Z
UID:10000391-1677574800-1677580200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Communication Considerations for Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn about general communication considerations for interviewing children with disabilities. These will include many of the same strategies that are utilized in all interviews and investigations and how they can be appropriately applied to interviewing children with disabilities\, including any necessary accommodations.\nPresenter: Kate Homan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/communication-considerations-for-children-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221216T211116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T184653Z
UID:10000378-1677574800-1677580200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Communication Considerations for Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn about general communication considerations for interviewing children with disabilities. These will include many of the same strategies that are utilized in all interviews and investigations and how they can be appropriately applied to interviewing children with disabilities\, including any necessary accommodations.\nPresenter: Kate Homan \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n*This webinar has the same content that was presented in 2022
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/communication-considerations-for-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20230201T203908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T184029Z
UID:10000399-1676552400-1676563200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Medical for Non-Medical
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\nDr. Mark Hudson raises awareness of medical evaluations and findings associated with child maltreatment\, primarily physical abuse. Dr. Hudson will provide an overview of skin\, bone\, and head injuries that are most concerning for physical abuse\, including basic anatomy and psychiatry. Additionally\, he will discuss the importance of considering a child’s developmental abilities and review literature related to shortfalls in children. The target audiences for this training include non-medical professionals who have frequent contact with children or participate in child abuse investigations\, evaluations\, or legal proceedings related to maltreatment concerns. \n\nAbout the Presenter\n\n\nMark Hudson\, MD\, received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota and completed a Pediatrics residency at the University of Minnesota. Following residency\, he completed a Child Abuse Fellowship and is Board Certified in Child Abuse Pediatrics. Dr. Hudson is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Ray Helfer Society. He is the Medical Director of Midwest Children’s Resource Center\, a medically based Child Advocacy Center at Children’s Minnesota. He is the Executive Director of the Midwest Regional Child Advocacy Center. \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Midwest Children’s Resource Center and Midwest Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\nThe Midwest Children’s Resource Center (MCRC) is an accredited child advocacy center by the National Children’s Alliance and a clinic with Children’s Minnesota that offers medical evaluation and case management in alleged child abuse cases\, serious neglect\, and witness to violence. \nRegistration – $10\nWe are excited to host this training for this month. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually. \nCancelation/Refund Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. The Alliance offers a full refund\, minus any Eventbrite fees\, for cancellation notices received 24 hours in advance of the training. Refunds cannot be issued for cancellations received within 24 hours of the training start time. Please contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnestachildrensalliance.org to cancel or refund your ticket(s).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/medical-for-non-medical/
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,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:20230215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221216T211157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T212853Z
UID:10000377-1676455200-1676460600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Trauma\, ACEs\, and How They Impact Child Abuse Investigation and Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTo effectively investigate and prosecute child abuse cases\, practitioners must understand the impact of trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) on children. This workshop offers suggestions for working with traumatized children in the context of a criminal case\, and for developing a holistic approach to addressing victim needs. \nLearning Objectives\n\nArticulate key findings from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) studies.\nDescribe the relevance of trauma dynamics to child abuse investigation and prosecution.\nDevelop a comprehensive approach to working with child victims in the context of criminal proceedings.\n\nRegister via Zero Abuse Project \nTo Pay By Credit/Debit Card\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option (“Pay via Credit Card”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. The system will then take you the credit card processing page. \nTo Pay By Invoice\nIf you select this payment option\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. If you wish the invoice to be sent to someone else in your agency\, you must send an email to our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org)\, the same day as you register with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nNo refunds are allowed. You may transfer your registration to another person for a $25.00 administrative fee. \nPlease note: This training is being conducted live and will not be recorded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-trauma-aces-and-how-they-impact-child-abuse-investigation-and-prosecution/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Equity,Online Webinar,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221216T210830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T210830Z
UID:10000373-1675159200-1675164600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Children with Disabilities and Abuse Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session from APSAC\, participants will learn the appropriate use of language when referring to children with disabilities\, historical treatment of individuals with disabilities\, statistics/incident rates related to individuals with disabilities\, and common biases and assumptions related to children with disabilities. \nPresenter: Staci Whitney \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/children-with-disabilities-and-abuse-dynamics/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221216T213229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T213229Z
UID:10000368-1674036000-1674041400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Considering Grooming and Manipulation in the Forensic Interview
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGrooming behaviors are estimated to be present in nearly half of all child sexual abuse cases. It is important for child abuse professionals to recognize manipulative patterns and behaviors that offenders employ to groom their victims for compliance with abuse and non-disclosure\, so interventions can be made as early as possible. This training will provide professionals with information on what grooming is\, how to recognize grooming behaviors\, stages of grooming\, a look at legislation regarding grooming across the US\, and considerations and techniques for exploring dynamics of grooming and manipulation in the forensic interview. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIncrease child abuse professionals’ understanding of stages of sexual grooming\, and common manipulative behaviors in each stage.\nDebunk common misconceptions about grooming.\nImprove participants’ ability to communicate about nuanced dynamics in cases of sexual abuse involving grooming.\nProvide techniques and sample language for exploring grooming behaviors in the forensic interview.\n\nRegister via Zero Abuse Project\nTo Pay By Credit/Debit Card\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option (“Pay via Credit Card”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. The system will then take you the credit card processing page. \nTo Pay By Invoice\nIf you select this payment option\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. If you wish the invoice to be sent to someone else in your agency\, you must send an email to our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org)\, the same day as you register with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nNo refunds are allowed. You may transfer your registration to another person for a $25.00 administrative fee. \nPlease note: This training is being conducted live and will not be recorded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-considering-grooming-and-manipulation-in-the-forensic-interview/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221222T173511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T173511Z
UID:10000366-1673510400-1673542800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bringing Together Faith and Child Protection Communities to End Child Abuse and Neglect in the United States
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin this all-day virtual conference of learning to bring faith and child protection communities together to end child abuse and neglect in the US. Participants will get to hear from various presenters in sessions that range from How Houses of Worship Can “Bless” Babies\, Strengthen  Families\, and Address the Social Determinants of Health to Implementing Chaplaincy Programs in CACs. \nFor more information about the conference\, see the agenda here. \nRegister here\nSponsored By\n\nAPSAC (American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children)\nCAPSAC (The California Professional Society on the Abuse of Children)\nCenter of Theological Inquiry\nF.A.I.T.H (Faith-Leaders Against Abuse in the Home)\nHOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)\nLiberia Council of Churches\nNew Jersey Coalition of Religious Leaders\nNIECP (National Initiative to End Corporal Punishment)\nSacred Spaces\nSHILOH\nThe Faithful City\nThe New York Foundling\nZero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/bringing-together-faith-and-child-protection-communities-to-end-child-abuse-and-neglect-in-the-united-states/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221201T224154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T224341Z
UID:10000354-1672833600-1672837200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Beyond Sentencing: Post-Conviction Crime Victim Rights
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series aims to increase advocates knowledge of victims rights\, systems\, and supervision post-sentencing. The series is hosted by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime\, the Crime Victim Justice Unit\, and the Department of Corrections. \nRegistration is free for all\, you can use this form to sign up for any or all of the sessions. \nRecordings of the trainings will be posted on the MAC member page\, accessible to MAC members only. \nPart 3: Wednesday\, January 4th\, Noon – 1:00 p.m.\nPost-Conviction Crime Victim Rights: A close look at crime victim statutory rights from sentencing and beyond \nRegister through Minnesota Alliance on Crime
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advocacy-beyond-sentencing-post-conviction-crime-victim-rights/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221130T210425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T210425Z
UID:10000353-1671019200-1671024600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Beyond Sentencing: Advocacy During Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 4-part training series aims to increase advocates knowledge of victims rights\, systems\, and supervision post sentencing. The series is hosted by the Minnesota Alliance on Crime\, the Crime Victim Justice Unit\, and the Department of Corrections. \nRegistration is free for all\, you can use this form to sign up for any or all of the sessions. \nRecordings of the trainings will be posted on the MAC member page\, accessible to MAC members only. \nPart 2: Wednesday\, December 14th\, Noon-1:30pm\nAdvocacy During Supervision: Understanding the landscape of victim advocacy when the offender is under supervision \nRegister through Minnesota Alliance on Crime
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advocacy-beyond-sentencing-advocacy-during-supervision/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Case Tracking,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221214T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221201T224111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T224111Z
UID:10000356-1671008400-1671035400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project Fundamental Skills for Prosecutors: Check-In and Check-Out
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn 2022\, courts opened back up\, trial dockets moved forward\, and case loads increased. If you could not log on to one of our Prosecutor Institutes\, skipped the STARK Symposiums\, or missed our team at a national conference\, here is one more chance to see what everyone has been learning without you. \nThis end-of-the-year webinar series tackles the topics most requested by child protection professionals across the country. These sessions focus on the skills those in the field need to perfect. \nOur December 14th training\, Fundamental Skills for Prosecutors: Check-In and Check-Up\, covers essential topics relevant to every child abuse case and provides insight and analysis into the constantly changing landscape experienced by victims\, families\, and MDTs. \nView the agenda here. \nCost: $65 \nPlease note: Sessions are conducted live and will not be recorded. \nTo Pay by Debit/Credit Card\nTo pay using a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you do not need a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo Pay by Invoice\nIf you select this payment option\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. If you wish the invoice to be sent to someone else in your agency\, you must send an email to our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org)\, the same day as you register with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nNo refunds are allowed. You may transfer your registration to another person for a $25.00 administrative fee.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-fundamental-skills-for-prosecutors-check-in-and-check-out/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221217
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221130T210616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T210616Z
UID:10000360-1670976000-1671235199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This is in contrast to more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners. \nThis training meets all essential components in the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy. \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to put advocacy principles into action\, including conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs. \nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem-solving and decision-making around the toughest issues in advocacy work. \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221104T201222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T174343Z
UID:10000349-1670315400-1670416200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project ACEs & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nThe training will be presented between 2 half-days and conducted virtually: \n\nTuesday\, December 6\, 2022: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Central Time\nWednesday\, December 7\, 2022: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Central Time\n\nRegister online via Zero Abuse Project\nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare\, and victim advocates. \nObjectives\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nClick HERE for Course Agenda\nAgenda\nDAY 1:\n8:30 – 9:15 am: Welcome\, Learning Objectives\, and Participant Introductions\n9:15 – 10:00 am: In-Depth Knowledge of Trauma\, 20 years of the ACE Study and Understanding Neural Connections (Part 1)\n10:00 – 10:10 am: BREAK\n10:10- 11:30 am: In-Depth Knowledge of Trauma\, 20 years of the ACE Study and Understanding Neural Connections (Part 2)\n11:30-11:40am: BREAK\n11:40am – 12:30 pm: Impact on Brain Development\, Stress Response System and Neurobiology of Trauma (Part 1) \nDAY 2:\n8:30 – 8:45 am: Welcome Day 2\, Discussion\n8:45 – 9:15 am: Impact on brain development\, Stress Response System and Neurobiology of trauma (Part 2)\n9:15 – 10:00 am Impact of trauma/victimization on behaviors\, Trigger reminders\, Introduction to Trauma Informed Care\n10:00-10:10 am: BREAK\n10:10- 10:45 am: Impact of trauma/victimization on behaviors\, Trigger reminders\, Introduction to Trauma Informed Care (Cont.)\n10:45 – 11:30 Trauma Informed Components and Systems\, Resiliency\, Reflective Listening\n11:30-11:35 BREAK\n11:35-12:20 pm: Self Care\n12:20 am-12:30 pm: Discussion and Wrap Up
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-aces-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221214
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20220215T174027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T174027Z
UID:10000307-1670198400-1670975999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Online Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training teaches the CornerHouse Forensic Interview Protocol™ a credible\, reliable\, developmentally flexible\, and non-traumatic forensic interview protocol appropriate for children\, adolescents\, and vulnerable adults involved in a sexual abuse investigation. \nCost: $1\,275.00\nRegister online via CornerHouse \nTraining methods include lecture and discussion\, review of CornerHouse video-recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum. These courses are designed for teams of forensic interviewers\, child protection workers\, tribal social service investigators\, law enforcement officers\, and prosecuting attorneys. Participants are encouraged to attend as a multidisciplinary team. Courses are outcome-based and include an exam upon completion. \nThis training is taking place via an online platform. Each day training will take place from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Central Time. \nPlease view our cancellation policy here!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-online-basic-forensic-interview-training-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221104T201418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221107T174407Z
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SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project: Preparing Children for our Process: Finding the Balance Between Saying Too Much\, but Not Saying Enough
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nEffectively preparing children and families for our forensic interview process can greatly enhance the effectiveness of the forensic interview\, but teams often worry about how and when to engage families and non-offending caregivers prior to the interview and in what way. This training provides guidance on how to prepare children and families for our process including the difference between minimal facts/field interviews and forensic interviews\, orienting messages and other current challenges. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDefine the difference between a FIRST response/minimal facts interview and a forensic interview. Provide a structure for the minimal facts interview.\nGain sample language for engaging with children and families prior to the interview.\nDiscuss the various multidisciplinary team roles and responsibilities in preparing the child and family for the process.\n\nRegister online via Zero Abuse Project \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-preparing-children-for-our-process-finding-the-balance-between-saying-too-much-but-not-saying-enough/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221119
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20220106T191116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T193037Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy. \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This is in contrast to more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners. \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to put advocacy principles into action\, including conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems\, and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs. \nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem-solving\, and decision-making around the toughest issues in advocacy work. \nFinal training dates and location are to be determined. If in-person: November 14\, 15\, 16\, 2022 | If online: November 14\, 16\, 18\, 2022. \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T145201
CREATED:20221028T194924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T195410Z
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SUMMARY:Hmong\, Spanish\, and Somali Language Access: A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime hosts Pheng Thao from Transforming Generations\, Mercedes Moreno from University of Minnesota/Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC)\, and blank from Confederation of Somali Community in Minnesota to discuss providing advocacy to survivors who do not speak the same language as you. \nTopics include\, but not limited to:\n\nAccess to interpretation\nHow to work effectively with interpreters\nHow to advocate for competent and sensitive translation\nThe perils of advocates in dual roles as both interpreters and advocates\nHow to make sure legal terms are accurately translated\n\nRegistration\nOnline webinar. Register for free online via the Minnesota Alliance on Crime.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/hmong-spanish-and-somali-language-access-a-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Online Webinar
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