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SUMMARY:Ending Violence to Children in the United States: Changing Social Norms About the Hitting of Children
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual Conference Sponsored by\n\nAmerican Professional Society on the Abuse of Children-New York\nAmerican Psychological Association Division 37 The Society for Child and\nFamily Policy and Practice\nNational Initiative to End Corporal Punishment\nThe New York Foundling’s Vincent J. Fontana Center for Child Protection\nNew York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children\nPrevent Child Abuse New York\n\nRegistration has closed for this event.  \nNo fee to attend\, but voluntary donations are accepted. \nSessions\n\nNo Hit Zones: Low-Cost\, Low-Effort Interventions to Reduce the Hitting of Children in Our Communities\nWhat Do I Tell My Clients/Parents About Corporal Punishment That Will Make a Difference?\nI Can Do What I Want with My Children: A Theological Examination of the Intersection of American Jurisprudence\, Religion\, and Corporal Punishment\nHow to Talk About the Harms of Corporal Punishment with African-American Parents\n\nRead session overviews and presenter biographies here. \nContinuing Education\nCE Credit: 3.5 NY CE credits for psychology\, social work\, or mental health counseling are available for no charge. CE credits will only be awarded to social workers\, psychologists\, and mental health counselors who are licensed in New York State. \nEmail FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org with your name\, license number\, and the type of credit you are requesting.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ending-violence-to-children-in-the-united-states-changing-social-norms-about-the-hitting-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Equity,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220928T211957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T192105Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Advocacy Centers of Georgia Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThis conference is presented via Zoom by the Children’s Advocacy Center of Georgia. \nRegister for free. \nConference Schedule\nFriday\, October 7\, 2022\nUnderstanding and Responding to the Needs of Male CSEC Victims\nThis workshop series will explore challenges in identifying male victims and identify key considerations when working with male victims. \nSpeakers:\n9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. EST\nMarq Taylor\, Executive Director of the Buddy House \n10:35 a.m. – 12:05 p.m. EST\nJose Alfaro\, Survivor Leader \nFriday\, October 14\, 2022\nMissing vs. Runaway: Destigmatizing Missing and Exploited Youth\nThese workshops will explore the need for a cultural shift in how we perceive and respond to missing and exploited youth. \nSpeakers:\n9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nDerrica Wilson\, Co-Founder and CEO of the Black and Missing Foundation \n10:35 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.\nJennifer Swain\, Executive Director\, youthSpark\nEliza Reock\, Deputy Director\, youthSpark \nFriday\, October 21\, 2022\nRacial and Gender Disparities in the Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children\nThese workshops will explore racial and gender disparities of commercially sexually exploited youth and offer participants guidance on how to further advocate for marginalized populations. \nSpeakers:\n10:35 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.\nYasmin Vafa\, Executive Director\, Rights for Girls \nFriday\, October 28\, 2022\nSurvivor Stories\nThese experts with lived experience will offer their expertise on ways communities\, direct service providers and first responders can better respond to and support the needs of commercially sexually exploited youth.\nSpeakers:\n9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nNola Brantley\, CEO\, Nola Brantley Speaks \n10:35 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.\nDorsey Jones\, Speaker and Survivor Leader
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/childrens-advocacy-centers-of-georgia-commercial-sexual-exploitation-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trafficking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220826T174253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T174253Z
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SUMMARY:Topic Crime Victim Rights: The basics and beyond
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin the Minnesota Department of Public Safety\, Office of Justice Programs for a virtual workshop on Wednesday\, September 28\, 2022\, on Minnesota’s statutory crime victim rights. Suzanne Elwell from the Crime Victim Justice Unit will outline the primary categories of victim rights\, identify the responsibilities of criminal justice professionals in upholding those rights\, and highlight the role of both community-based and prosecutor-based advocates in ensuring crime victim rights are upheld and the importance of good practices to prevent victim rights violations. \nThere will be time for questions at the end of the webinar\, and it will be recorded. \nRegistration and Cost\nThere is no cost to attend this webinar\, and you can register online via Minnesota OJP \nSpeaker\nSuzanne Elwell\nDirector\, Crime Victim Justice Unit @Department of Public Safety Office of Justice Programs\nSuzanne Elwell is the director of the Crime Victim Justice Unit in the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs\, a victim rights compliance office that investigates complaints of crime victim rights violations and victim mistreatment. She trains on crime victim related issues\, coordinates and participates on statewide multi-disciplinary efforts and teams\, and assists with legislative initiatives related to crime victims. Suzanne has been working in the area of crime victimization for over 25 years\, with experience spanning prosecution\, domestic violence advocacy and legal assistance\, and court monitoring and research. Suzanne has lived in four different states\, doesn’t favor asparagus and has started to learn how to play the tin whistle.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/topic-crime-victim-rights-the-basics-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221008
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220721T181558Z
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SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interviewing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Clinic Dates: September 26\, 30\, October 3\, 7. The clinic takes place in central time. \nTraining Overview\nThe comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nCost\n\nMembers: $1095\nNon-members: 1350\n\nRegister online \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interviewing Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by September 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org. \nSchedule\nDay 1: Monday September 26 – 9:00 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 2: Friday September 30 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 3: Monday October 3 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 4: Friday October 7 – 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Central
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interviewing-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
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SUMMARY:CornerHouse from the Expert: Ask Anne
DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\nThis 2-hour session will allow participants to “Ask Anne” questions related to Forensic Interviewing protocol\, testifying in court\, working through blocks or barriers\, strengthening MDTs and anything else that relates to the world of Forensic Interviewing and Child Abuse Investigations. Anne will also create some “tips” to share. Her vast experience and knowledge is a true treasure! We are so grateful that Anne is willing to share her expertise. \nCost and Registration\nThis training is taking place virtually over Zoom. It is $25 per person. If you are a part of an MDT in Minnesota\, please use the code “Expert” to receive registration for $10 per person. \nRegister online via CornerHouse \nTrainer Overview\nAnne has been conducting Forensic Interviews since 1993. Along with being a national trainer on the CornerHouse protocol\, she has authored/co-authored numerous publications related to Child Forensic Interviewing. Anne Lukas Miller has conducted over 4\,000 interviews\, trained over 10\,000 professionals\, and positively impacted the lives of children and families beyond measure!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-from-the-expert-ask-anne/
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;VALUE=DATE:20220822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220825
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20250423T210356Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Child Abuse Summit
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nDon’t miss the opportunity to learn about the identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect from both regional and national experts. The Child Abuse Summit\, presented by the Otto Bremer Trust Center for Safe and Healthy Children\, is designed to provide professionals from all disciplines with the knowledge\, tools\, and skills to identify and treat all types of child maltreatment\, including physical abuse\, sexual abuse\, and neglect. \nAudience\n\nMedical Professionals\nSocial Workers\nLaw Enforcement\nChild Protective Services\nPsychologists and Counselors\nAttorneys\nTrauma Surgeons and Teams\nStudents and Trainees\n\nRegistration Through Otto Bremer Trust\nThe Summit is available to attend in person or online as a hybrid event.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2025-child-abuse-summit/
LOCATION:Huntington Bank Stadium\, 420 23rd Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220825
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220531T192938Z
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SUMMARY:Child Abuse Summit: Tips From the Team
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nDon’t miss the opportunity to learn about the identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect from both regional and national experts. The Child Abuse Summit\, presented by the Otto Bremer Trust Center for Safe and Healthy Children\, is designed to provide professionals from all disciplines with the knowledge\, tools\, and skills to identify and treat all types of child maltreatment\, including physical abuse\, sexual abuse\, and neglect. \n\nAudience\n\nMedical Professionals\nSocial Workers\nLaw Enforcement\nChild Protective Services\nPsychologists and Counselors\nAttorneys\nTrauma Surgeons and Teams\nStudents and Trainees\n\nRegistration\nThe Summit is available to attend in person or online as a hybrid event. Register online. \nVirtual (includes Summit On Demand):\n\nEarly Bird (before June 1\, 2022): $100\nRegular: $125.00\nLate Registration (after August 14\, 2022): $150.00\n\nIn Person (includes Summit On-Demand):\n\nEarly Bird (before June 1\, 2022): $250.00\nRegular: $300.00\nLate Registration (after August 14\, 2022): $350.00\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRegistrants canceling on or after August 15\, 2022\, will not receive a refund. Cancellation fees subject to change \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/child-abuse-summit-tips-from-the-team-2/
LOCATION:Huntington Bank Stadium\, 420 23rd Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220813
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220106T191032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T193158Z
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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: August 8\, 9\, 10\, 2022 | If online: August 8\, 10\, 12\, 2022. \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220803
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220215T173801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T173801Z
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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-2/
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:20220721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20211223T152705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T222423Z
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SUMMARY:Emerging Issues in the Field of Forensic Interviewing 2022
DESCRIPTION:Training Details\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host Emerging Issues in the Field of Forensic Interviewing 2022\, with Rita Farrell with ChildFirst\, and Zero Abuse Project\, 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\, Thursday\, July 21\, 2022\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nThis presentation will discuss the emerging issues in the field of forensic interviewing\, discuss new research\, best practices and provide an opportunity for an open forum of questions from forensic interviewers and investigators. \n2022 Emerging Topics to be Discussed\n\nFollow-up\, Expanded\, and different types of forensic interviews\nThe importance of question formation in our forensic interviews\nPolyvictimization and exploring other forms of maltreatment\n\nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will discuss best practices in the field of forensic interviewing\nParticipants will understand the new and emerging issues in the field of forensic interviewing\nParticipants will have a forum to discuss practices\, questions and discuss concrete solutions\n\nPresenter Bio\nRita Farrell serves as the director of ChildFirst® for Zero Abuse Project. Rita manages the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Training Program\, ChildFirst® Arkansas state program\, and the development of advanced training courses and programs for forensic interviewers. Rita is a certified law enforcement instructor and provides training and technical assistance for child protection professionals. \nRita currently conducts forensic interviews and has interviewed more than 2\,500 children. She serves as an expert witness on child sexual abuse\, authored many peer-reviewed articles specific to forensic interviewing\, and continues to champion the cause of child advocacy and the field of forensic interviewing. Rita graduated from Ball State University with a degree in secondary education and was the founding executive director of Chaucie’s Place\, a child advocacy center in Hamilton County\, Indiana. \nRegistration – $30 \nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes 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. \nContinuing Education Credits: POST and Social Work credits will be available. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation 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. Some sessions are recorded and can be viewed up to two weeks after the training date. Please contact Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/emerging-issues-in-the-field-of-forensic-interviewing-2022/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Difficult Situations in Forensic Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Details\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host Overcoming Difficult Situations in Forensic Interviews\, with Rita Farrell with ChildFirst\, and Zero Abuse Project\, 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\, Thursday\, June 30\, 2022\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nThe training provides both lecture and group discussion. Participants will learn how to overcome difficult situations during forensic interviews and handle those tough questions. Upon entering the workshop\, participants will have a chance to write down difficult situations they have encountered\, and the presenter and participants will work to find solutions and practical tools that can be used in the future. Participants will have an opportunity to watch interview clips of difficult situations. \nLearning Objectives\n\nStudents will learn how to overcome difficult situations in forensic interviews.\nStudents will discuss situations they have encountered and find solutions and practical tools to use.\nStudents will view and discuss videos of forensic interviews and difficult situations.\n\nPresenter Bio\nRita Farrell serves as the director of ChildFirst® for Zero Abuse Project. Rita manages the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Training Program\, ChildFirst® Arkansas state program\, and the development of advanced training courses and programs for forensic interviewers. Rita is a certified law enforcement instructor and provides training and technical assistance for child protection professionals. Rita currently conducts forensic interviews and has interviewed more than 2\,500 children. She serves as an expert witness on child sexual abuse\, authored many peer-reviewed articles specific to forensic interviewing\, and continues to champion the cause of child advocacy and the field of forensic interviewing. Rita graduated from Ball State University with a degree in secondary education and was the founding executive director of Chaucie’s Place\, a child advocacy center in Hamilton County\, Indiana. \nRegistration – $30 \nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes 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. \nContinuing Education Credits: POST and Social Work credits will be available. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation 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. Some sessions are recorded and can be viewed up to two weeks after the training date. Please contact Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/overcoming-difficult-situations-in-forensic-interviews/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220623
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220425T185725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T185725Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Zero Abuse Project Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join Zero Abuse Project in a virtual setting and learn from the best minds in child protection to help build a world free from child abuse. \nSummit Overview\nHelp put an end to child sexual abuse. Register for the Zero Abuse Project Summit and learn how to protect kids and enhance investigations. \nThe Annual Zero Abuse Project Summit is VIRTUAL this year and accessible to all front-line child abuse professionals. There are two tracks this year: \n\nForensic Interviewing Track\nSuspect Interrogation Track\n\nPlease select which track you would like to attend at checkout. Sessions will be conducted live and recorded for on-demand viewing\, allowing the content to be accessible to all attendees regardless of time zones and hectic schedules. Attendees will have the ability to watch the recorded presentations from both tracks.* \n*Recorded presentations will be available for two weeks after the Summit and only available for registered attendees. Experiential exercises during the Suspect Interrogation track will not be recorded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2022-zero-abuse-project-summit/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T140000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220414T152102Z
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SUMMARY:Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior: Who Are They and How Can We Help?
DESCRIPTION:Information on Problematic Sexual Behavior: Cognitive Behavior Therapy with Dr. Jane F. Silovsky\nRegister: Webinar Series Hosted by APSAC \nWorkshop Description\nProblematic sexual behavior (PSB) of children is a commonly misunderstood behavioral health concern. The taboo nature of the topic of “sex” hinders openness to understanding even typical sexual behavior of children. Decisions are made on myths rather than on research on PSB in children\, including its responsivity to treatment. \nThis presentation will begin with foundational information on the continuum of sexual behavior in youth\, prevalence of problematic and illegal sexual behavior\, common misconceptions\, and components of effective interventions. Problematic Sexual Behavior: Cognitive Behavior Therapy will be described and information provided on the learning collaborative training process and how to access training. \nSpeaker Biography\nJane F. Silovsky\, Ph.D.\, Professor\, is a licensed clinical child psychologist and serves as the CMRI/Jean Gumerson Endowed Chair and Director of the Center on Child Abuse and Neglect.  Dr. Silovsky received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Alabama.  Currently\, she is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. \nDr. Silovsky is the Director of the National Center on the Sexual Behavior of Youth and also provides training and technical assistance to communities implementing evidence-based treatment for youth with problematic sexual behavior. \nSince 1997\, she has been the Director of the Children with Sexual Behavior Problems program\, an assessment\, treatment\, and research program for preschool and school-age children with problematic sexual behavior.  Dr. Silovsky’s research and expertise are in the areas of problematic sexual behavior of youth\, systems change\, implementation and sustainability of program\, and prevention of child maltreatment. \nPricing & Registration\nGeneral Admission: $25 | 1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology): $25/workshop \nAPSAC Members & The New York Foundling Staff General Admission: FREE \n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology) for APSAC members & New York Foundling Staff: $15/workshop \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/children-with-problematic-sexual-behavior-who-are-they-and-how-can-we-help/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar,Problematic Sexual Behaviors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220316T214303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T215549Z
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SUMMARY:2SLGBTQ+ Youth and Violence: How to Provide Better Care
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host 2SLGBTQ+ Youth and Violence: How to Provide Better Care\, with C Michael Menge\, community advocacy and training specialist with OutFront Minnesota 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.\, Wednesday\, May 25\, 2022\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nTraining Overview\nThis training will cover a broad spectrum overview of how ongoing discrimination and violence affect members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities\, practical harm-reduction skills for working with 2SLGBTQ+ youth\, and an assessment of the personal sphere of influence to enact systemic change. \nLearning Objectives\n\nA better sense of the scope of violence within and against 2SLGBTQ+ communities.\nPractical skills for harm reduction when working with 2SLGBTQ+ youth.\nAction steps for making organizational change to better support 2SLGBTQ+ communities.\n\n\nPresenter Bio\nC Michael Menge (They & He) is the community advocacy & training specialist at OutFront Minnesota’s Anti-Violence Program (AVP). AVP is a broad-based effort to end violence and harassment against and within LGBTQ+ communities in Minnesota. We work in collaboration with survivors and community members to build safety and power – as well as opportunities for support and healing – through the provision of crisis intervention services\, systems advocacy\, counseling\, community education\, and outreach. \nRegistration – $30\nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes anti-racist\, culturally responsive\, and trauma-informed services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually. \nContinuing Education Credits: POST and Social Work credits will be available. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation 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 Brittney Forrest at brittney@minnestachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training. \nSome sessions are recorded for organization use.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2slgbtq-youth-violence-how-to-provide-better-care/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220507
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220106T190937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T192756Z
UID:10000297-1651449600-1651881599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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: May 2\, 3\, 4\, 2022 | If online: May 2\, 4\, 6\, 2022. \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac/
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:20220429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220429T183000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220414T155005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T155005Z
UID:10000319-1651222800-1651257000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interviewing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nClinic Dates: April 29\, May 2\, 6\, and 9. Register Online. \nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event. \nThere will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic. In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nRegistration\nIndividual Registration: Members: $1095 | Non-Members: $1350 | CEs: $40\, 33.5 Hours. Register online. \nDay 1: Friday April 29 – 9:00 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 2: Monday May 2 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 3: Friday May 6 – 9:30 am to 6:30 pm Central\nDay 4: Monday May 9 – 9:30 am to 6:00 pm Central \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interviewing Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by April 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interviewing-clinic/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220215T154003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T162836Z
UID:10000304-1650445200-1650452400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CAC Advocacy with Vulnerable Adult Populations
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host CAC Advocacy with Vulnerable Adult Populations\, with Kylee Pass\, advocacy and prevention program coordinator with First Witness 9 – 11 a.m.\, Thursday\, April 20\, 2022\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nTraining Overview\nChildren’s Advocacy Centers (CAC) historically provide developmentally appropriate\, trauma-informed care to children and adolescents\, and their families. Vulnerable adults who report sexual abuse or assault also benefit from this holistic model of care. This training supports victim advocates working in CAC’s that currently or are considering supporting vulnerable adults in a multidisciplinary team response. Using the Six Core Principles of Social Change Advocacy\, participants will learn how to meet the unique needs of this population. The training will cover institutional supports and barriers\, and how to implement the systems change model within the CAC model. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will gain knowledge and understanding of the history of advocating for vulnerable adult populations.\nParticipants will learn how to ground advocacy for vulnerable adult populations in the Six Core Principles of Social Change Advocacy.\nParticipants will gain an understanding of how to advocate for the inclusion of vulnerable adults into their multidisciplinary team’s CAC model.\n\nPresenter Bio\nKylee Pass currently serves as the advocacy and prevention program coordinator for First Witness Child Advocacy Center (CAC). Kylee also serves as a national level trainer and facilitates various advocacy training opportunities including a National Children’s Alliance accredited training created to help other families and child advocates around the nation build upon their advocacy skills and perspectives. \nShe holds a Bachelor’s and Master of Social Work from the University of Minnesota- Duluth. In her education\, Kylee had a special interest in working with survivors of violence and a focus on Women\, Gender\, and Sexuality studies as well as LGBTQIA+ studies. Kylee highly values self-determination and provides holistic support while walking alongside families through their journey to healing and justice. \nRegistration – $30\nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes anti-racist\, culturally responsive\, and trauma-informed services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers\, virtually. \nContinuing Education Credits: POST and Social Work credits will be available. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation 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 Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training. \nSome sessions are recorded for organization use.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cac-advocacy-with-vulnerable-adult-populations/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20211223T152703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T185814Z
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SUMMARY:Working with Latino Children and Families within the MDT Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Details\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host Working with Latino Children and Families Within the MDT Process\, with Liz Franklin\, MSW\, LICSW\, senior manager of community-based mental health services at Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio. The training is 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.\, Tuesday\, March 15\, 2022\, via the Zoom platform. \nIn this session\, participants will examine the role of cultural responsiveness among the larger Latino experiences within the context of the North American system. Through the trauma-informed care approach\, participants will be introduced to common misconceptions when working with members of Latino communities\, in order to promote further healing. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand ways in which culture and privilege impact provider\, organization\, and system functioning.\nDiscuss individual and systems practices to improve access to care.\nExplore options for delivering evidence-based models such as TF-CBT in more culturally resonant ways.\n\nPresenter Bio\nElizabeth (Liz)\, Franklin MSW\, LICSW\, received her BAs from the University of Kansas in Spanish and in American Studies\, and her MSW from the University of Minnesota. Liz has worked as an elementary school Latino family liaison\, a children’s mental health case manager\, a school-based therapist\, and an outpatient therapist in private practice. She is currently the senior manager of community-based mental health services at Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio (CLUES). Liz also teaches the Advanced Clinical Practice with Children and Adolescents course in the School of Social Work’s graduate program at the University of Minnesota. \nThroughout her career\, she has focused on working with kids and families\, often in under-served communities\, who have experienced complex trauma and/or symptoms of anxiety\, depression\, Autism\, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder\, and other learning or developmental differences. Liz is fluent in Spanish and primarily works with first\, second\, and subsequent generations of Latina/o/x immigrants. Reducing barriers to inclusive\, culturally responsive services through provider development has been a core part of Liz’s work. Her professional experiences have demonstrated to her the importance and difficulty of navigating mental health\, educational\, and social service systems\, and she is passionate about helping families and caregivers understand and work with the multiple systems that impact their children in a more empowered way. \nRegistration – $30 \nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes 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. \nContinuing Education Credits: POST and Social Work credits will be available. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation 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. Some sessions are recorded and can be viewed up to two weeks after the training date. Please contact Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/working-with-latino-children-and-families-within-the-mdt-process-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Equity,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220302
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220215T173621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T173621Z
UID:10000305-1645488000-1646179199@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/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20211222T225603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T203101Z
UID:10000292-1644933600-1644940800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Homelands\, History\, Healing:  Expand\, Educate\, and Empower
DESCRIPTION:Training Details\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host Homelands\, History\, Healing: An Opportunity to Expand\, Educate\, and Empower in Order to Better Serve Tribal and Non-Tribal Children and Their Families\, with Shannon CrossBear\, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.\, Tuesday\, Feb. 15\, 2022\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nIn this session participants will learn about some history as well as the current political and social status of American Indians and Alaskan Natives in the U.S. Participants will be introduced to the world relational framework and explore how using such a framework had the potential to support healing. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the historical context of Tribal nations and their citizens.\nDiscuss how relationship building is foundational in working with this population.\nDiscover ways to embed culturally congruent practices into the therapeutic practice.\n\nPresenter Bio\nShannon CrossBear articulates her purpose as: “To demonstrate and promote gentle healing.” She expresses her commitment to healing through her work in the world. Her own community and family history propelled her to develop leadership in order to address disparities that have led to poor outcomes for friends and relatives. Shannon’s work has included facilitating and consulting with the National Indian Child Welfare Association\, the Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health\, Georgetown University\, The National Child Traumatic Stress Network\, and the Surgeon General’s Conference on Children’s Mental Health. She has worked with tribal and non-tribal communities in providing technical assistance to Systems of Care and Circles of Care utilizing traditional interventions and the promotion of culturally congruent and trauma-informed practices. \nShannon has worked in communities throughout the contiguous United States and Alaska\, as well as within Canada\, to address systemic change for improved outcomes for children and their families. Shannon has facilitated and supported practices and services that include the provision of culturally cemented early childhood\, parenting programs\, supports for transition-age youth and young adults\, and families with mental health and substance abuse issues. Shannon is skilled in trauma-informed community engagement. She has worked with supporting organized stakeholder voice and representation at local and national levels through various behavioral health initiatives. \nShannon continues to work with others to demonstrate and promote practices that lead to better outcomes for her friends and relatives. \nRegistration – $30 \nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes 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. \nContinuing Education Credits: POST and Social Work credits will be available. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation 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. Some sessions are recorded and can be viewed up to two weeks after the training date. Please contact Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/homelands-history-healing-expand-educate-and-empower/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220219
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220106T190728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T193301Z
UID:10000296-1644796800-1645228799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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. \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac/
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:20220201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220201T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220118T162531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T162531Z
UID:10000303-1643706000-1643711400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Forensic Interviewing Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic Interviewing Children with Disabilities is an eight-part webinar series designed to assist interviewers in advancing their skills of interviewing children with disabilities in the most developmentally appropriate\, non-leading\, non-suggestive\, legally defensible way possible. Participants who complete each of the eight modules in the series will receive a certificate indicating participation and completion of the program.  It is required to complete all eight modules to receive this certificate. Certificates will not be issued for individual modules. \nAll sessions (February 1\, 15; March 1\, 15\, 29; April 12\, 26; May 10) will take place from 10:00 am to 11:30 pm ET on Tuesdays. The program will take place remotely through the use of live interactive webinars over Zoom. \nView details for each session and register online through APSAC. \nContinuing Education\nAPSAC is recognized as a provider of psychology and social work continuing education credits. Participating psychologists and social workers will receive 12 contact hours in the course and a certificate of completion will clearly note the number of credits awarded. Participants applying for CE credits must participate in all 8 sessions.  The cost of continuing education credits is $40 for the entire course. For more information on Continuing Education Credit\, Click Here. \n​
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-forensic-interviewing-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220126T103000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20211222T223102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211223T020556Z
UID:10000291-1643187600-1643193000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Utilizing Language Interpretation in Child Abuse Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Details\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance (Alliance) is excited to host Utilizing Language Interpretation in Child Abuse Interviews\, with Rachel Johnson\, forensic interview specialist with Zero Abuse Project\, 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\, Wednesday\, Jan. 26\, 2022\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nIn this session participants will examine how multidisciplinary team members and interviewers can meet the needs of the child sitting in the interview room through accessibility. Providing language facilitation and interpretation services are vital to accessibility in the forensic interview process. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIncrease the understanding of assessing the needs of children and non-offending caregivers requiring language interpretation.\nAn overview of considerations prior to\, during\, and after the forensic interview process.\nLearn tools and strategies for utilizing interpreters in the forensic interview.\n\nPresenter Bio\nRachel Johnson has over a decade of experience in work related to child abuse\, forensic interviewing\, multidisciplinary teams\, victimization\, advocacy\, prevention education\, and family violence\, both domestically and abroad. She currently works as a forensic interview specialist with Zero Abuse Project where she provides training and technical assistance to child abuse professionals\, designs and develops curricula\, and conducts forensic interviews at community-based centers. Rachel most recently served as the program director for the Minnesota Children’s Alliance. \nPrior to her work at the Alliance\, Rachel served as a forensic interviewer and the forensic program coordinator at First Witness Child Advocacy Center. She is trained in multiple forensic interview protocols. Rachel received Bachelor of Science degrees in Public Service\, Sociology\, and Spanish at Hamline University in St. Paul\, Minnesota. Rachel is passionate about working directly with children and families\, supporting front-line professionals\, and improving the institutional response to victimization by centering the experiences of victims at all levels of consideration and decision-making. \nRegistration\nRegistration Fee: $30 \nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes 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. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50 percent discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation 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. Some sessions are recorded and can be viewed up to two weeks after the training date. Please contact Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/utilizing-language-interpretation-in-child-abuse-interviews/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220202
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20220106T194002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T194002Z
UID:10000302-1642982400-1643759999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: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. Training 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 will begin at 9 a.m. CST and take place between 4-6 hours. \nRegister Online via CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20211207T224703Z
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SUMMARY:The Intersection of Culture and Trauma: Working with Children and Families
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Children’s Alliance (the Alliance) is excited to host The Intersection of Culture and Trauma: Working with Children and Families.\nTraining Details\nJoin the Alliance and Suganya Sockalingam\, Ph.D.\, Wednesday\, January 19\, 2022\, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\, via Zoom HealthCare. \nIn this interactive 2-hour workshop\, we will explore the meaning and the value of the terms culture and trauma and how they intersect. We will explore how this intersection informs how we work within multidisciplinary teams to strengthen our systems that keep our children safe. Further\, we will examine our personal values and how they inform our biases that may impact how we deliver services. Finally\, we will identify strategies that will allow us to mitigate the unconscious biases that might influence our training\, research\, and advocacy efforts. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify a common language around culture and trauma.\nDiscuss the meaning of culture beyond race and ethnicity.\nUnderstand that a holistic approach to care requires an integration of culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices.\n\nPresenter Bio\nSuganya Sockalingam\, Ph.D.\, is a founding partner and change specialist at Change Matrix LLC\, a minority and women-owned firm. Suganya supports individuals\, organizations\, and systems addressing equity including diversity\, inclusion\, implicit bias\, and structural racism\, cultural competence\, and cross-cultural communication. Additionally\, Suganya focuses on leadership development including leadership shifts (in times of change and in chaos/turbulence)\, change management\, collaboration\, and conflict engagement. \nRegistration – $30 \nWe are excited to bring this training to you. The Alliance believes 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. \nContinuing Education Credits: POST and Social Work credits will be available. \nMembership Discount\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes the role our members play in keeping Minnesota kids safe. In order to promote the success of our members in their work\, we offer a 50% discount on all training opportunities. If you are not yet a member of the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, you can sign-up for a free individual membership by completing this form. \nCancelation Policy\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. The Minnesota Children’s Alliance wants to accommodate training participants by offering a full refund for cancellations notices received 24-hours in advance of the training. If you need to cancel your registration less than 24-hours before the training begins we are unable to provide a refund. If the training is recorded you can request a copy of the recording within one week following the training date. Please contact Stephanie Kimble at stephanie@minnesotachildrensalliance.org to cancel or request a copy of the recorded training. \nPlease know that all refunds will be processed minus the cost of Eventbrite fees.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-intersection-of-culture-and-trauma-working-with-children-and-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211211
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20210208T225058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T225058Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:General Information\nThe ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol training brings the field into the classroom\, enhancing the proficiency of front-line child abuse professionals. This course is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorneys\, and forensic interviewers. Students receive training on the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, child development\, memory and suggestibility\, testifying in court\, legal issues\, and preparing children for court. This training incorporates lecture and discussion\, review of electronically recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum with professional actors. \nChildFirst® is a unique approach to forensic interviewing for several reasons:\n\nChildFirst® was designed by and for the front-line child abuse professional.\nCourses teach students to apply the latest research to real-world situations.\nStudents watch numerous videotaped child sexual abuse interviews as a means of bringing the course material to life.\nThe program requires students to demonstrate their interviewing skills.\nChildFirst® models the multidisciplinary approach.\nThe education incorporates a practicum forensic interview with a trained actor portraying a child abuse victim.\nThe program encourages ongoing critiques of students’ interviewing skills to improve their technique.\nThe ChildFirst® forensic interview course has been approved by the National Children’s Alliance to meet accreditation standards.\n\nWhat’s new?\nWe know that narrative practice and invitations are the best way to reduce suggestibility and create a child-centered interview. The narrative invitation is utilized throughout the interview process and taught in the forensic interview training. We have made subtle yet essential changes in how interview instructions are incorporated in the interview. \nFirst Witness’s updated protocol and training information will prepare each attendee to conduct a purposeful and legally defensible interview. This training is designed for child protection workers\, tribal social service workers\, law enforcement officers\, and county attorneys whose primary responsibility is investigating and prosecuting child sexual abuse cases. \nContinuing Education Credits\nP.O.S.T. and C.L.E. credits available for Minnesota participants. For other states\, with some notice\, we will do our best to help you obtain pre-approved credits before you attend.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-forensic-interview-training-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211209
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20210811T213409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T153924Z
UID:10000283-1638144000-1639007999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: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. Training 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 will begin at 9 a.m. CST and take place between 4-6 hours. You can find a schedule for the training at this link: Training Schedule. \nPlease view our cancellation policy here! http://www.cornerhousemn.org/images/2019_CH_TrainingPolicies.pdf \nRegister Online via CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211110
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20210812T145221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T145251Z
UID:10000287-1636329600-1636502399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health their fourth annual Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Conference – designed for professionals who work with very young children and their families and caregivers – is happening November 8 & 9\, 2021. \nOverview\nThis conference: \n\nBrings together multidisciplinary professionals working with very young children\, their families\, and caregivers.\nPromotes Infant Mental Health principles to inform practice across disciplines\, including:\n\nWork with young children must always occur within the context of their primary relationships.\nThe need for reflection in relationship-based work.\nDevelopment informs the work.\nInfants and very young children and their families have unique relational and developmental needs which require practitioners to have a unique set of skills.\n\n\nExplores how research informs practice and practice informs research.\n\nRegister online through the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health. \nContinuing Education\nThis conference is designed to meet CEH (Continuing Education Hours) credits for many disciplines: psychology\, social work\, education\, education administration\, nursing\, marriage and family therapy\, and behavioral health and therapy. CEH certificates will be available to document participation. This event is also DEVELOP approved. \n10.75 CEHs are expected to be approved by the following boards: \n\nMN Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy\nMN Board of Marriage & Family Therapy\nMN Board of Psychology\nMN Board of Social Work\n\nThe following boards do not require pre-approved CEHs. CEHs should be approved upon independent submission to your board: \n\nMN Board of Education\nMN Nursing Board\nND Board of Social Work\n\nProfessionals in other related disciplines\, as well as those working outside of Minnesota\, can submit CEH certificates to their corresponding boards for independent approval. \nActual CEH amounts will be dependent upon your specific licensure board and attendance.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/infant-and-early-childhood-mental-health-conference/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211111
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20210811T213252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T153836Z
UID:10000282-1635724800-1636588799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: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. Training 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 will begin at 9 a.m. CST and take place between 4-6 hours. You can find a schedule for the training at this link: Training Schedule. \nPlease view our cancellation policy here! http://www.cornerhousemn.org/images/2019_CH_TrainingPolicies.pdf \nRegister Online via CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211021
DTSTAMP:20260413T004908
CREATED:20210811T213053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T153749Z
UID:10000281-1633910400-1634774399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: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. Training 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 will begin at 9 a.m. CST and take place between 4-6 hours. You can find a schedule for the training at this link: Training Schedule. \nPlease view our cancellation policy here! http://www.cornerhousemn.org/images/2019_CH_TrainingPolicies.pdf \nRegister Online via CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-14/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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