BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Minnesota Children's Alliance - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Minnesota Children's Alliance
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Minnesota Children's Alliance
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20230312T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20231105T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20240310T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20241103T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241107T174815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T174834Z
UID:10000984-1738843200-1738848600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe & Strong Communities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training is offered to adults in youth-serving agencies\, churches\, sports leagues\, and beyond. Participants learn how to recognize\, respond to\, and report child abuse. \nThis is mandated reporter training and beyond\, covering: \n\ndynamics of child abuse\,\nhow to respond to a child in a trauma-informed way\,\nred flags of child abuse\,\nchild resilience\,\nSafe and Strong Child© body safety curriculum\,\nand more.\n\nThis training meets the mandated reporter training requirements listed Minnesota State Statutes (260E.065). \nRegister at First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-strong-communities-4/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241105T225334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T225407Z
UID:10000975-1737763200-1738281599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:40th Annual San Diego International Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nChadwick Center for Children and Families at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego\, California is presenting their 39th annual conference with a focus on “Honoring Our Past\, Embracing Our Future”.  In line of this theme\, this conference will have critical thought leaders and innovations that have characterized child and family maltreatment work over the past 40 years while also keeping a keen eye on the future. \nInternationally recognized faculty members will cover critical topics in the following tracks: \n\nMedical\nForensic Interviewing\nTrauma Treatment\nInvestigations\nLegal\nEarly Childhood Mental Health\nChild Welfare\nPreventions & family Strengthening\nOrganizational Health and Wellness\nLeadership in Children’s Advocacy Centers\nTrauma-informed Systems\nVictim Support and Advocacy\nPediatric Nurse SANE Training\nCross-Disciplinary Partnerships and Multi-Disciplinary Teams Track\n\nRegister through Chadwick Center\n\nEarly Bird Rate is $700 until November 30\, 2024\nThe standard rate is $775 from December 1\, 2024 – January 24\, 2025\nOnsite Rate is $850.\n\nLodging\nThe Town and Country Resort \n500 Hotel Circle North\, San Diego\, CA 92108 \nRegistration includes:\n\nEntry to all conference sessions\, including keynotes and special sessions\nMobile applications\nWi-Fi\nEducation materials\nDaily wellness activities\nPre-recorded content\nLight continental breakfast and snacks\nWelcome reception\nCertificate of attendance\nFriedrich lecture\nNetworking opportunities\nAccess of exhibit hall
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/40th-annual-san-diego-international-conference-on-child-and-family-maltreatment-2/
LOCATION:Town and Country San Diego\, 500 Hotel Circle N\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20250106T165528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T165528Z
UID:10001023-1737626400-1737631800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Trauma Informed Advocacy in Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBeing “trauma-informed” is a term that is heard a lot in this field\, but what does it actually look like in your advocacy practice? This session will discuss how to be more trauma-informed within your current advocacy practice and perspective. In this session we will consider how childhood and historical trauma impacts both the physical and mental health of the families we work with\, as well as the power of resiliency factors. Participants will also take this information and learn how to apply this knowledge to their advocacy practice from the first meeting through any ongoing advocacy\, including community advocacy. The session will end with the acknowledgement that healthy advocates are more effective advocates\, and will discuss self-care\, secondary trauma\, and how to prevent burnout. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-trauma-informed-advocacy-in-practice/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241204T204534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T165630Z
UID:10001007-1737115200-1737118800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Changing the Narrative on Suicide and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTalking about mental health and suicide can be an uncomfortable and uncertain topic that brings up different feelings\, beliefs\, and attitudes for everyone. Changing the Narrative is an interactive conversation that empowers participants to change perceptions of mental health towards hope and resilience. The goal is to know that individuals are not alone\, help is available\, and healing is possible. \nThroughout the session\, participants will engage in dialog about being intentional in the words we are using. Certain ways of talking about mental health and suicide can alienate members of any community\, sensationalize the issue\, contribute to a decrease in help-seeking behavior\, or even present suicide as a glamorous\, preferred way of dealing with problems. Having healthy conversations about mental health and suicide avoids harmful messages that might increase suicide risk in individuals or undermine suicide prevention goals. By doing this safely\, it reduces stigma\, mitigates risks\, promotes help-seeking\, and respects all individuals. \nAbout the Trainer\n \nTanya Carter is the Suicide Prevention Unit Supervisor for the Minnesota Department of Health. Ms. Carter has 20 plus years of experience in community education programs\, program development\, and crisis intervention. She is passionate about suicide prevention and reducing the stigma related to mental illness. Prior to joining the Minnesota Department of Health\, Ms. Carter worked in tribal and county government\, coordinating and leading mental health\, mobile crisis\, and suicide prevention efforts in rural Minnesota. Ms. Carter is a safeTALK\, ASIST\, Postvention and CALM trainer. In her free time Ms. Carter enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children\, in the winter time you will find her on the ski slopes with her kids\, and in the summer months enjoying time at the lake\, the in-between seasons are spent biking the beautiful Minnesota bike trails. \nRegister Here\nThis training is free for all attendees. \n*Participants will be emailed a Zoom link one week prior and the day of the training. \nContinuing Education\nOne social work continuing education is provided.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/changing-the-narrative-on-suicide-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20250115T164321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T164321Z
UID:10001038-1737028800-1737032400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC is kicking off the new year by announcing their 2025 APSAC Prevention Series\, a monthly opportunity to learn from leading prevention experts. \nTraining Topics\nEvaluation of Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in School Settings\nThursday\, January 16\, 2025 | Trainer: Bart Klika\, PhD\, MSW \nPrevention of Child Abuse: Public Health Approach\nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 | Trainer: Catherine Taylor\, PhD\, LCSW\, MPH \nTime to Get Serious: Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, March 20\, 2025 | Trainer: Jon R. PhD \nDriving Societal Change for Sexual Abuse & Saprea: Sexual Abuse Healing and Prevention Resources\nThursday\, April 17\, 2025 | Trainers: Chris Yadon\, MPA and Matt Hartvigsen \nAdvancing the CSA Field: Terminology Used in CSA Prevention – Field Survey Results\, and Prevent Together’s National Plan to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse/Exploitation\nThursday\, July 17\, 2025 | Trainer: Stacy Vaughan\, DSW\, CMSW \nSafeguarding in Sport\nThursday\, August 21\, 2025 | Trainer Katie Hanna \nDarkness to Light’s New Stewards of Children\nThursday\, September 18\, 2025 | Rhonda Newton\, MEd \nA Shift in Perspective: The Value of Utilizing a Universal Platform to STrengthen Child Abuse Prevention Efforts\nThursday\, October 16\, 2025 | Deborah Daro\, PhD\, MCP-HARC \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, November 20\, 2025 | Darrell L. Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv \nNo Hit Zone: A Simple\, Low-Cost and Promising Solution to A Complex and Key Risk Factor for Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, December 18\, 2025 | Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd\, FAPSAC \nRegister Through APSAC\nThere are limited scholarships available. Apply by emailing apsac@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Body Safety,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20250106T165248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T165248Z
UID:10001022-1736424000-1736429400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC | Engaging with Telemental Health for Child Trauma Treatment: The Benefits and Importance of Having an Active Telemental Health Program
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar will provide attendees with an understanding of telehealth delivery of evidence-based trauma-focused treatment for children and adolescents. Topics covered will include: (1) specific tailoring of trauma-focused treatment for a telehealth delivery format\, (2)\, demonstration of how to utilize electronic resources to deliver trauma-focused treatment via telehealth\, (3)\, an overview of Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center’s revamped Telemental Health Resource Center that will highlight resources and supports related to implementing telemental health networks and services and a discussion of the importance of continuing to engage with TMH services\, and (4)\, National Children’s Alliance’s telemental health resources for Children’s Advocacy Centers. \nRegister Through APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-engaging-with-telemental-health-for-child-trauma-treatment-the-benefits-and-importance-of-having-an-active-telemental-health-program/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241125T201113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T201113Z
UID:10000998-1735905600-1735918200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS Trauma Lab
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur world is hazardous. And our kids often get caught in the cross-fire. Whether the crisis is a terrorist act or as individual as a parent dying\, this lab will give hands-on approaches participants can use to help clients work through trauma issues. Sometimes\, as much as we try\, words in session\, words spoken in care\, often seem to fall on deaf ears. Or sometimes the opposite is true; words spoken trigger such strong emotions\, the client starts to relive the trauma. \nTrauma Lab is designed to help you develop Learning Bridges—hands-on practical approaches that can be used in clinical and non-clinical settings to help children and youth to process their trauma without the use of a lot of words. For example\, hand them a pencil and ask them to break it. The client may be able to relate their trauma experiences to the very real\, tangible broken pencil. At that point\, they may be better able to process the effects of trauma in their life. End that same session with a broken pencil by having them write or draw something and help them see that trauma does not ruin everything. \nThis intermediate-level training is appropriate for counselors\, social workers\, psychologists\, other helping professionals\, and foster caregivers working with children and youth who have experienced life-altering traumatic events. Participants will acquire helpful tools to better support the healing journey for those who have been traumatized. Download the flyer here. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify practical strategies for guiding children and youth through their trauma issues\nDevelop skills to work through quiet and/or resistant youth\nExplore how to move beyond dialogue by using active learning techniques with traumatized children and youth\n\nAbout Trainer\nJim Still-Pepper\, MA\, LSW is the Director of Community Based Clinical Services at Allwell Behavioral Health Services Inc.\, a community mental health center where he has worked for over 3 decades striving to get clinical services out of the centers\, and into the community. Jim is the founder of Still Light Seminars LLC\, a motivational training and consulting company; he has trained nationally and internationally focusing on the mental health\, and care of\, children and adolescents. He is also an adjunct instructor in Ashland University’s Founders School of Continuing Education. He develops online courses around behavioral interventions and understanding the mental health of students. Jim has also authored or co-authored 7 books and has written almost 100 articles. On a side note\, he has had numerous poems published\, and his artwork and photography have appeared in galleries\, magazines\, and on greeting cards. \nRegister Through IHS\nRegistration is free. There is continuing education available for $15.00.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-trauma-lab/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241121T224021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T224021Z
UID:10000996-1734519600-1734526800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Multidimensional Family Therapy: The Proven Family-Centered Treatment for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will describe the clinical model and evidence base of Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)\, a comprehensive\, development-promoting intervention for adolescent and young adult substance abuse and delinquency.  MDFT has been developed since 1985 in a series of randomized clinical trials in the U.S. and Western Europe. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-multidimensional-family-therapy-the-proven-family-centered-treatment-for-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000636-1734440400-1734444000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC and the New York Foundling are presenting webinar series on controversial topics. See below for more information and dates on each webinar. \nWebinar Series\nOnline Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth\nPresented by David Finkelhor\, PhD. | Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis workshop will review recent research on the varieties of online abuse of children\, and highlight misconceptions and stereotypes that inhibit effective practice and awareness. It will discuss prevention strategies\, and put particular emphasis on the evidence-based track record of comprehensive prevention education. It will suggest better prevention messages and content and flag areas where additional work needs to be done in crafting effective responses. It will put Online abuse in the context of all the varieties of child victimization and draw out the implications. \n“Just the Facts”: Best Practices for Minimal Facts Interviewing\nPresented by Thomas Lyon\, JD\, Ph.D | Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nComplexities of Child Serious Injury and Death Investigations \nPresented by Vincent J. Palusci\, MD\, MS and Leigh Bishop\, JD | Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis webinar is designed to train multidisciplinary professionals about the investigation of serious injuries and fatalities in infants and toddlers and how to integrate investigations with medical and forensic findings. Participants will learn how to collect and interpret key findings in order to reach appropriate case determinations – free of social bias – and with all disciplines conducting thorough investigations and communicating clearly with each other to achieve the most accurate and just results on behalf of the child and the offender. \nIs Cannabis Legalization Really Impacting the Maltreatment of Children? The Highs and the Lows \nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd and Darrell Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv | Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic Children Over-Reported\, Over-Substantiated and Over-placed Compared to White Children? The Data Say “No” \nPresented by Brett Drake\, PhD | Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic children “overreported” to Child Protective Services (CPS)?  We present national data from CDC\, the Census and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect.  We compare racial differences in child maltreatment reports to racial differences in a range of known risks (e.g. poverty) and outcomes (e.g. infant mortality).  We found that Black children are being reported to CPS at a rate lower than would be expected given their high exposure to risks and high levels of non-maltreatment negative outcomes.  Hispanic children are reported to CPS at a rate lower than their risk exposure would suggest\, but similar to their rates of negative outcomes\, such as infant mortality.  This is consistent with the well-known “Hispanic Paradox”.  We also used bivariate and multivariate statistics to determine if Black and Hispanic children are substantiated or placed more than White children once reported. There were only small differences by race/ethnicity.  In recent years\, multivariate models show Black children are substantiated and placed slightly less often than Whites\, while Hispanic children and White children are substantiated and placed at similar rates. \nWhy and How White Child Protection Advocates Must Talk to Black Parents About the Harms of Corporal Punishment?\nPresented by Stacey Phatton\, PhD | Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation/Refund Policy\nNo cancellation and no refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-new-york-foundling-apsac-webinar-series-on-controversial-topics/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Technology,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241121T223717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T223717Z
UID:10000995-1733929200-1733938200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Stewards of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nStewards of Children® is an evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Participants will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live\, learn\, and play. They will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. Participants will transfer the skills they learn into their communities\, helping to embed prevention practices within their spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-stewards-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T151500
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241104T174017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T174017Z
UID:10000970-1733832000-1733843700@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Post Traumatic Disorder in Teens: Working with Teens & Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWorking with a teen diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be challenging but also presents an opportunity to support their healing and growth. In this training\, we will review the diagnosis of PTSD and explore how its symptoms impact developmental tasks and daily life. Teens with PTSD often experience a range of symptoms\, including flashbacks\, sleep disturbances\, suicidal ideation\, strong reactions to triggers\, difficulties with completing tasks\, and relationship problems. We will discuss strategies to help teens understand their diagnosis\, reduce symptoms\, and focus on healing. The training will also include time to develop an action plan\, and reviewing resources and coping skills beneficial for teens and their caregivers. This will enable you to validate the impact of trauma and offer opportunities for healing and post-traumatic growth. This live\, virtual\, intermediate-level training is designed for social workers\, psychologists\, counselors\, and other human services professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe the diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and its impact on the developmental tasks of the teen years.\nDevelop effective communication strategies to use with teens with PTSD\, and their parents/caregivers to support optimal treatment outcomes.\nIdentify typical symptoms experienced by teens with PTSD along with effective treatment methods.\nPlan resources about managing the symptoms of PTSD to share with teens and their families.\n\nAbout Trainer\nLaura Gaines\, MSW\, LISW-S\, has twenty years experience as a child and adolescent mental health clinician and Crisis Text Line volunteer.  In addition to her professional experience she has lived experience as the adoptive parent of a (now adult) daughter who is diagnosed with PTSD. Trainer and researcher regarding resilience as an individual and community skill. Laura provides clinical consultation regarding child and adolescent mental health.  Her trainings focus on child development\, mental health\, developmental disabilities\, ethics\, trauma informed care\, resilience and each person’s individual solutions to life’s challenges. \nRegister through IHS\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-post-traumatic-disorder-in-teens-working-with-teens-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240926T214029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T214132Z
UID:10000932-1733400000-1733407200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Trauma Informed Care (Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nApproximately 50% of the population will experience some type of possibly traumatic event (e.g.\, exposure to violence in the home or community\, physical\, emotional or sexual abuse\, natural disaster\, violent death of a loved one\, etc.) during their lifetime.  Exposure to trauma significantly increases the risk of developing mental health disorders including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)\, anxiety\, depression\, suicidal ideation and self-harm behaviors\, substance use\, among others. The objectives of this workshop are to: 1) Define what trauma and adverse childhood experiences are\, 2) Describe the impact of trauma and common warning signs/symptoms of trauma by developmental level; 3) Describe what trauma-informed care is and provide practical coping strategies to use with youth. \n*This training will be offered in Spanish \nAproximadamente 50% de la población experimentará algún tipo de evento posiblemente traumático (ej..\, exposición a violencia en el hogar o comunidad\, abuso físico\, emocional o sexual\, desastre natural\, muerte violenta de un ser querido\, etc.) durante la vida. La exposición a trauma aumenta significativamente el riesgo de desarrollar trastornos de salud mental incluyendo el Trastorno de Estrés Postraumático (TEPT)\, ansiedad\, depresión\, ideación suicida y conductas de autolesión\, uso de sustancias\, entre otros. Objetivos de este taller: 1) Definir lo que es un trauma y experiencias adversas en la niñez\, 2) Describir el impacto del trauma y las señales de alerta/síntomas comunes de trauma por nivel de desarrollo; 3) Describir lo que es atención informada en trauma y estrategias prácticas de afrontamiento. \nRegister through APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-trauma-informed-care-spanish/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240717T204111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T204111Z
UID:10000905-1731679200-1731686400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse: Working with NOCs Who Have Been Victims
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nSexual abuse can be generational. Caregivers who have experienced abuse\, now walk through our doors after a report from their own child. Their child’s report may trigger a new crisis stage for parents in their own healing journey. Understanding the common experiences and needs of adult survivors can help advocates support them in their efforts to help support their children. \nRegister at First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-adult-survivors-of-sexual-abuse-working-with-nocs-who-have-been-victims/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240717T203648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T203648Z
UID:10000904-1731420000-1731427200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Interviewing and Working with Queer Youth: Understanding the Cultural Context
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis session will cover the dynamics of interviewing and working with queer youth who are potential victims of violence or abuse. Topics discussed will include dynamics of abuse and violence in the queer community\, barriers to service\, historical context and power dynamics\, risk factors\, and suggestions for building inclusion into your practice\, both on the individual level when interviewing queer youth. as well as the organizational level when working with queer youth in general. \nRegister at First Witness\nDHS Scholarship Eligibility\nScholarships are available for county\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from our payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. \nWe will notify you following registration whether or not you will receive a scholarship.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-interviewing-and-working-with-queer-youth-understanding-the-cultural-context/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240522T180404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T183928Z
UID:10000864-1731416400-1731423600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Racial Socialization in TF-CBT Therapy for Black Youth & Family
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe negative consequences of trauma (e.g.\, physical abuse) take a disproportionate toll on Black youth due to the compounding stress of unique race related stressors (e.g.\, witnessing police brutality in the media\, microaggressions). This workshop provides an overview of interpersonal and racial trauma; presents research on systemic\, organizational\, client\, and provider barriers and facilitators to mental health service utilization; and discusses strategies clinicians can PRACTICE (Psychoeducation\, Relaxation\, Affect identification and modulation\, Cognitive restructuring\, Trauma narrative\, In-vivo exposure\, Conjoint parent-child sessions\, Enhancing safety) to integrate racial socialization into treatment to help Black clients heal from interpersonal and racial stress and trauma.\nAbout the Trainer\nDr. Isha Metzger is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Georgia and Visiting Research Faculty at the Center for Interdisciplinary Research on AIDS’ at Yale University. Dr. Metzger earned her PhD in Clinical-Community Psychology from the University of South Carolina\, she completed her pre-doctoral internship at the Medical University of South Carolina\, and she received postdoctoral training both at the National Crime Victims Center and at Yale University. As Director of The EMPOWER Lab at UGA\, Dr. Metzger focuses on reducing mental health disparities through “Engaging Minorities in Prevention\, Outreach\, Wellness\, Education\, & Research.” Dr. Metzger’s systematic research program is aimed at elucidating the role of culturally specific risk (e.g.\, racial discrimination) and protective (e.g.\, racial socialization) factors to better inform cognitive-behavioral outcomes for Black youth receiving evidence-based services for interpersonal and racial stress and trauma in “real world” settings. Dr. Metzger is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who offers award-winning instruction\, supervision\, training\, and consultation to students\, professionals\, and organizations across the nation on the delivery of evidence-based treatments for underserved individuals seeking mental health treatment for a range of problems. Additionally\, Dr. Metzger is an advocate for Black youth and families in the local community\, and she is both personally and professionally committed to illuminating and utilizing the individual and communal ability of Black Americans to heal from and thrive in spite of anti-Black racism.\nRegistration is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts.\nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers.\nContinuing Education Credits\nSocial Work credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US.\nContact Info\nPlease contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/integrating-racial-socialization-in-tf-cbt-therapy-for-black-youth-family/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Forensic Interview,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/11-2024-Cutlural-training.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240926T213628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T213628Z
UID:10000931-1730455200-1730462400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe & Strong Communities
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\nThis training is offered to adults in youth-serving agencies\, churches\, sports leagues\, and beyond. Participants learn how to recognize\, respond to\, and report child abuse. More than mandated reporting\, we delve into the dynamics of child abuse\, how to respond to a child in a trauma-informed way\, red flags of child abuse\, child resilience\, a Safe and Strong body safety curriculum\, and more. \nRegister at First Witness\nThis training meets the mandated reporter training requirements listed in Minnesota State Statutes (260E.065).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-strong-communities-3/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240717T182628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T182628Z
UID:10000902-1729468800-1729814399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC MDT Response to Child Sex Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nImprove multidisciplinary team (MDT) responses to child sex trafficking cases. Gather information about improving or establishing a formal MDT in your community. Identify gaps and develop short and long-term response plans with the help of subject matter experts. To attend this training\, you must be part of a multidisciplinary team and your team members must attend with you\, from a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 10. Each team member should register individually. To make your team easily identifiable\, all team members should use the same name for their team leader during the registration process. If you need assistance in building your team\, please contact our office at the number/email below. \nThis 3.5 day team-based training will guide existing Multidisciplinary Teams (MDT) to improve their response to Child Sex Trafficking (CST)\, as well as assist those who seek to establish a formal MDT in their communities to more effectively respond to CST cases. Subject matter experts will work with teams to identify gaps and develop short and long-term response plans. \nTo attend this training\, you must be part of a multidisciplinary team and your team members must attend with you\, from a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 10. Each team member should register individually. To make your team easily identifiable\, all team members should use the same name for their team leader during the registration process. If you need assistance in building your team\, please contact our office at the number/email below. \nAttendance at a course such as System Response to High Risk Victims-Child Sex Trafficking (HRV CST) or Investigative Strategies in Child Abduction Cases (ISCAC)\, or have a working knowledge of child sex trafficking is highly recommended. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to: \n\nDifferentiate between responses to traditional child abuse and child sex trafficking cases\nutilize the components of an effective MDT for child sex trafficking\nRecognise and locate youth at risk victimization\nCreate a plan that encompasses strengths\, challenges and a direction for your MDT response to child sex trafficking\n\nRegister at NCJTC\nRegister by Friday\, September 6\, 2024 \nTuition/instructional costs\, as well as course materials\, are provided by the Missing and Exploited Children Training and Technical Assistance Program. For in-person training\, attendees are responsible for making and funding their costs of attendance\, including but not limited to lodging\, travel\, meals\, incidentals\, etc. \nThe Missing and Exploited Children Training and Technical Assistance Program (MEC Training and TA) through funding from the U.S. Department of Justice\, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention\, is able to provide lodging assistance to a limited number of non-federal attendees. This assistance is based on need and is not guaranteed to every applicant. Priority will be given to those from historically underserved communities. Lodging assistance will cover the cost of room and tax for the nights of October 20\, 21\, 22 and 23\, 2024. Class ends at 12:00pm on Thursday\, October 24\, 2024. Lodging arrangements for those who are approved for lodging assistance will be made by MEC Training and TA. If you would like to apply for lodging assistance\, please click HERE.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-mdt-response-to-child-sex-trafficking/
LOCATION:Hyatt House Denver/Lakewood at Belmar\, 7310 West Alaska Dr\, Lakewood\, CO\, 80226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240416T165911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T165911Z
UID:10000850-1729468800-1729641599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project Keeping Faith 2-Day Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis course empowers faith communities to recognize and respond to cases of sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, emotional abuse\, and neglect. Included are discussions detailing the impact of child abuse on a victim’s sense of spirituality and offering concrete suggestions for working with medical and mental health professionals to assist a child in coping with maltreatment. The course also discusses ideal child protection policies for a faith-based institution\, including handling a situation in which a convicted sex offender seeks to join a congregation. A review of various child abuse case scenarios and a discussion on appropriate and inappropriate responses allows for real-life problem-solving and feedback. \nWhy is this training important for every faith community? \n\n93% of sex offenders describe themselves as being ‘religious’\n20% of 2864 church leaders knew of at least one convicted sex offender who was attending or was a member of their church (Christianity Today 2010)\nChild abuse Survivor Quote: “I went online to every faith community in my area trying to find a place in which I felt safe to worship. None of them gave me any information about safety policies in their community so I just gave up trying.”\n\nIntended Audience \nClergy\, chaplains\, youth ministers\, faith leaders\, counselors and other members of a faith community who may work with children or families impacted by child abuse. \nPresenters\n\nVictor Vieth\, Chief Program Officer\, Education and Research\, Zero Abuse Project\nAlison Feigh\, Director\, Jacob Wetterling Resource Center\nPete Singer\, Executive Director\, G.R.A.C.E.; Founding Director\, Care in Action\, Minnesota\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\n***Group Discount: Buy 4 registrations get the 5th registration free. When selecting this option for purchase\, the cost of 5 tickets is set to equal the cost of four full registrations and one free registration. Must purchase all registrations at the same time. Group registrations are not eligible for cancellation or refund (substitutions for registered participants may be made at any time). \nTo pay by credit/debit card\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option ( “Credit Card payment”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. If you need an invoice to issue payment\, please select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay via an Invoice”). \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-keeping-faith-2-day-basic-course-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240926T211812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T211812Z
UID:10000929-1729254600-1729261800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH Introduction to Pathological Demand Avoidance/Persistent Drive For Autonomy
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis course is presented from a neurodiversity affirming lens\, from a presenter with lived experience as a PDA person. The objective of this course is to increase understanding of Pathological Demand Avoidance/Persistent Drive for Autonomy\, as it relates to Autism. This will help clinicians better support families with PDA and/or Autistic members. Participants will have a better understanding of PDA\, how to differentiate it from other conditions\, and how to support PDAers in an effective way. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the impact of perceived demands on the nervous system.\nList at least two potential differential diagnoses for autism with a PDA profile.\nIdentify at least one way to effectively support a PDAer.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nJessica Mertins\, LICSW has a masters of social work from the University of St. Thomas/Saint Catherine University and is currently an outpatient therapist\, licensure supervisor\, and Neurodiversity Specialist at Fernbrook Family Center. She trains from a perspective that blends her lived experience as a neurodivergent person\, her professional experience\, and her research and learning from other lived experience educators. \nRegister through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-introduction-to-pathological-demand-avoidance-persistent-drive-for-autonomy/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240717T175932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T175932Z
UID:10000898-1729000800-1729008000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Interviewing Individuals with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis session will explore how interviewing children and adults with disabilities differs from interviewing individuals without disabilities and will review best practices. Attendees will learn how to adjust the physical space for individuals with physical\, mental\, and/or developmental disabilities\, as well as how to adjust their interview question structure and phrasing. This session will begin with an overview of best practices surrounding working with individuals with disabilities in general. It will then dive into forensic interviewing best practices and applicable research on interviewing children and adults with disabilities. \nRegister at First Witness\nDHS Scholarship Eligibility\nScholarships are available for county\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from our payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. \nWe will notify you following registration whether or not you will receive a scholarship.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-interviewing-individuals-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20241004T194201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T194201Z
UID:10000949-1728558000-1728561600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Recognizing Trauma in Older Adults and Adopting Trauma-Informed Principles: Implications For Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhether it occurred recently or decades ago\, trauma can influence the interactions that elder justice professionals\, including law enforcement\, have when working with older victims. In this webinar\, attendees will learn how trauma affects behaviors and emotions and the signs and symptoms of trauma observed in older adults. Attendees will learn how understanding trauma can improve engagement with older victims and create more positive outcomes for law enforcement investigations. A detective with the Cambridge Police Department will discuss how and why the entire department adopted trauma-informed practices. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-recognizing-trauma-in-older-adults-and-adopting-trauma-informed-principles-implications-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240926T212929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T212929Z
UID:10000930-1728396000-1728399600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Upstream Prevention: Support Minoritized Families & Understand Their Lived Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChild welfare system exposure to parents and children is traumatic on multiple levels. Trauma is inflicted by punitive systems oversight and sadly manifests across generations. Themes identified as trauma are living in poverty\, persistent fear of family disruption\, and ongoing anxiety during interactions with authorities. Many of our established social and human services have been structured based on the insidious nature of racism and oppression. The lived experiences of child welfare system-impacted parents are rarely considered from a social justice perspective. Parents and children endure the oversight of the child welfare system in myriad ways\, and these experiences usually vary based on race\, ethnicity\, and socioeconomic status. The presence of authorities with the power to disrupt one’s family is a pervasive and enduring trauma.  Whilst acknowledging racism is embedded in many human service systems\, it follows that child welfare system policies and practices are by design intended to admonish parents for improper care of their children. Child\, parent\, and family assessments are made without any consideration of family strengths\, resilience\, or the indisputable fact that systemic racism is the culprit of sub-optimal parenting. It is critical to understand that lower socioeconomic status cannot be disentangled from lived experiences of racism and oppression which results in pervasive systems oversight. Racialized poverty-related family surveillance is harmful to minoritized families in that they are traumatized whilst they navigate oppressive oversight and pervasive codified racism. This presentation will encourage reflection on the notions that racism is the mechanism by which child welfare system racial disproportionality is evidenced through policies underpinned by design flaws\, policy-mandated reporting\, and placement options. Consequently\, racial disparities are grounded and proliferate in systemically oppressive organizations and ultimately pose a threat to the public health of society. Qualitative data will be presented in the historical context of systemic racism that underpins the treatment of Black families in the U.S. \nRegister through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-upstream-prevention-support-minoritized-families-understand-their-lived-experiences/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240813T143259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T143259Z
UID:10000919-1727431200-1727438400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe & Strong Communities
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\nThis training is offered to adults in youth-serving agencies\, churches\, sports leagues\, and beyond. Participants learn how to recognize\, respond to\, and report child abuse. More than mandated reporting\, we delve into the dynamics of child abuse\, how to respond to a child in a trauma-informed way\, red flags of child abuse\, child resilience\, a Safe and Strong body safety curriculum\, and more. \nRegister at First Witness\nThis training meets the mandated reporter training requirements listed in Minnesota State Statutes (260E.065).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-strong-communities-2/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240919T150121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T150121Z
UID:10000927-1727094600-1727105400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Training for Minnesota: Professionals Part of an MDT
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\nCornerHouse is presenting a training opportunity to MDT members within the state of Minnesota. MDT members include any Child Advocacy Center (CAC) staff\, law enforcement/peace officers\, Department of Children and Families\, attorneys and advocates within a county attorney’ office\, medical providers and educators who serve/work with their local Child Advocacy Center. Please email if you have questions regarding the MDT requirements. \n\n\n\n\nThis training cover:\nIntroduction to the updated CH diagrams. \nThe updated CornerHouse diagrams were created with a consideration of expanding inclusion and representation\, to be reflective of the array of individuals who participate in forensic interviews and with continued consideration of forensically sound practices grounded in both research and practical experience. \nIntroduction/Refresher on utilizing Anatomical Dolls in Forensic Interviews. \nAnatomical dolls have been proven to improve communication for children\, adolescents and even adults in many ways. Proper instruction and use of Anatomical dolls is critical. CornerHouse and the CornerHouse Protocol advocate for children to have multiple ways and modes to communicate. \nForensic Interviewing for Children with Disabilities. \nChildren with disabilities are at increased risk and vulnerability for abuse and maltreatment. Specific considerations related to language\, cognition and processing need to be assessed and addressed in the interview. A coordinated response with the entire MDT and preparation with caregivers\, educators (IEPs) and others with pertinent information is critical to the interview. This training will increase participants’ knowledge of victimization rates and risks for children with disabilities and methods to increase interviewing skills. \n\n\nRegister For One Session To Attend Below\nMonday\, September 23\, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nMonday\, September 23\, 2024 | 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-training-for-minnesota-professionals-part-of-an-mdt/2024-09-23/2/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240919T150121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T150121Z
UID:10000926-1727082000-1727092800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Training for Minnesota: Professionals Part of an MDT
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\nCornerHouse is presenting a training opportunity to MDT members within the state of Minnesota. MDT members include any Child Advocacy Center (CAC) staff\, law enforcement/peace officers\, Department of Children and Families\, attorneys and advocates within a county attorney’ office\, medical providers and educators who serve/work with their local Child Advocacy Center. Please email if you have questions regarding the MDT requirements. \n\n\n\n\nThis training cover:\nIntroduction to the updated CH diagrams. \nThe updated CornerHouse diagrams were created with a consideration of expanding inclusion and representation\, to be reflective of the array of individuals who participate in forensic interviews and with continued consideration of forensically sound practices grounded in both research and practical experience. \nIntroduction/Refresher on utilizing Anatomical Dolls in Forensic Interviews. \nAnatomical dolls have been proven to improve communication for children\, adolescents and even adults in many ways. Proper instruction and use of Anatomical dolls is critical. CornerHouse and the CornerHouse Protocol advocate for children to have multiple ways and modes to communicate. \nForensic Interviewing for Children with Disabilities. \nChildren with disabilities are at increased risk and vulnerability for abuse and maltreatment. Specific considerations related to language\, cognition and processing need to be assessed and addressed in the interview. A coordinated response with the entire MDT and preparation with caregivers\, educators (IEPs) and others with pertinent information is critical to the interview. This training will increase participants’ knowledge of victimization rates and risks for children with disabilities and methods to increase interviewing skills. \n\n\nRegister For One Session To Attend Below\nMonday\, September 23\, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nMonday\, September 23\, 2024 | 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-training-for-minnesota-professionals-part-of-an-mdt/2024-09-23/1/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240717T160616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T160809Z
UID:10000895-1726840800-1726848000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Understanding and Overcoming Complex Interview Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will discuss youth’s unique and individual needs in the forensic interview. Participants will be able to identify recommendations and considerations of multiple intersectionalities that can present in the forensic interview such as: Children with Disabilities\, Diverse and Cultural Backgrounds\, LGBTQIA+ Youth\, and Children with no Non-offending Caregiver. \nRegister at First Witness\nDHS Scholarship Eligibility \nScholarships are available for counties\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from our payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. \nWe will notify you after registration whether you will receive a scholarship.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-understanding-and-overcoming-complex-interview-dynamics/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T151500
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240717T162615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T162645Z
UID:10000896-1726056000-1726067700@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS Non-Suicidal SelfInjury in Children and Teens
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 3-hour online interactive course is written for social workers\, psychologists\, and other clinicians who are assessing the needs of children with significant safety concerns in the areas of self-harm to include SIB (self- injurious behavior)\, eating disorders (anorexia and bulimia)\, and NSSI (Non-Suicidal Self Injury). We will review the characteristics\, and behavioral indicators of these along with their accompanying predictors and diagnosis in this intermediate level course.  Current research on best practice for treatment will be reviewed.  The research-based concept of Self-Compassion will be introduced as a useful tool in working with these families. This will be an interactive online session with an opportunity for questions. \nParticipants will be able to : \n\nDefine Non-Suicidal Self-injury\, including disordered eating.\nIdentity self-injurious behavior as seen in individuals with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities.\nDescribe the core ideas in Self-Compassion.\nEquip themselves with resources to support the clinical needs of their clients.\n\nAbout the Trainer \nLaura A Gaines\, MSW\, LISW-S is a Licensed Independent Social Worker and has over 20 years’ experience as a mental health clinician treating children and adolescents with a collaborative approach.   With a specialization in trauma and anxiety disorders she has in-depth experience with self-harm in children\, and teens including those with developmental disabilities. She is an engaging trainer who will bring you up to date on current research in the field. Her goal is to provide evidence based\, real life\, practical assistance to the parents and professionals who are the safety net for our vulnerable children involved in the child welfare system. \nRegister at IHS\nThere is three social work CE credits available for $25.00.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-non-suicidal-selfinjury-in-children-and-teens/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240515T164106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T210718Z
UID:10000857-1725973200-1725980400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Working with Latinx Children & Families within the MDT Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nParticipants 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 individuals 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\nAbout the Trainer\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. Throughout 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 is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \nContinuing Education Credits \nContinuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US. \nCancelation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. \nContact Info \nPlease contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/working-with-latinx-children-families-within-the-mdt-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/3-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000635-1725973200-1725976800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC and the New York Foundling are presenting webinar series on controversial topics. See below for more information and dates on each webinar. \nWebinar Series\nOnline Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth\nPresented by David Finkelhor\, PhD. | Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis workshop will review recent research on the varieties of online abuse of children\, and highlight misconceptions and stereotypes that inhibit effective practice and awareness. It will discuss prevention strategies\, and put particular emphasis on the evidence-based track record of comprehensive prevention education. It will suggest better prevention messages and content and flag areas where additional work needs to be done in crafting effective responses. It will put Online abuse in the context of all the varieties of child victimization and draw out the implications. \n“Just the Facts”: Best Practices for Minimal Facts Interviewing\nPresented by Thomas Lyon\, JD\, Ph.D | Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nComplexities of Child Serious Injury and Death Investigations \nPresented by Vincent J. Palusci\, MD\, MS and Leigh Bishop\, JD | Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis webinar is designed to train multidisciplinary professionals about the investigation of serious injuries and fatalities in infants and toddlers and how to integrate investigations with medical and forensic findings. Participants will learn how to collect and interpret key findings in order to reach appropriate case determinations – free of social bias – and with all disciplines conducting thorough investigations and communicating clearly with each other to achieve the most accurate and just results on behalf of the child and the offender. \nIs Cannabis Legalization Really Impacting the Maltreatment of Children? The Highs and the Lows \nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd and Darrell Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv | Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic Children Over-Reported\, Over-Substantiated and Over-placed Compared to White Children? The Data Say “No” \nPresented by Brett Drake\, PhD | Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic children “overreported” to Child Protective Services (CPS)?  We present national data from CDC\, the Census and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect.  We compare racial differences in child maltreatment reports to racial differences in a range of known risks (e.g. poverty) and outcomes (e.g. infant mortality).  We found that Black children are being reported to CPS at a rate lower than would be expected given their high exposure to risks and high levels of non-maltreatment negative outcomes.  Hispanic children are reported to CPS at a rate lower than their risk exposure would suggest\, but similar to their rates of negative outcomes\, such as infant mortality.  This is consistent with the well-known “Hispanic Paradox”.  We also used bivariate and multivariate statistics to determine if Black and Hispanic children are substantiated or placed more than White children once reported. There were only small differences by race/ethnicity.  In recent years\, multivariate models show Black children are substantiated and placed slightly less often than Whites\, while Hispanic children and White children are substantiated and placed at similar rates. \nWhy and How White Child Protection Advocates Must Talk to Black Parents About the Harms of Corporal Punishment?\nPresented by Stacey Phatton\, PhD | Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation/Refund Policy\nNo cancellation and no refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-new-york-foundling-apsac-webinar-series-on-controversial-topics/2024-09-10/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Technology,Trauma-Informed Practice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T172245
CREATED:20240813T185505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T194745Z
UID:10000922-1723730400-1723737600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Historical Trauma\, Toxic Stress\, and Indigenous Communities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin us as we “Connect the Dots” in understanding how ongoing Historical Trauma and Toxic Stress not only directly impact our Indigenous Communities\, but our broader society as well. As helping professionals\, it is our duty to understand the neuroscience and epigenetics behind toxic stress\, to understand the current day implications\, and to find ways to make paradigm shifts in the way we do the work as well as in the way our systems and policies are impacting our community members. The impact of colonization\, historical trauma\, intergenerational adversities\, childhood trauma\, ongoing racism and discriminatory practices continue to challenge us; it is only when we look holistically at what our society\, communities\, families and individuals need that we will be able to overcome these challenges.\nAbout the Trainer\nLinsey McMurrin\, a citizen of the Leech Lake Nation of Ojibwe\, is committed to the ongoing process of integrating trauma-sensitive\, equity driven\, restoratively based and culturally responsive approaches into the organizations\, institutions\, systems and policies throughout our communities and beyond in order to cultivate environments in which everyone can find pathways to healing and success. She believes a firm understanding of the root causes of the contemporary issues we face as a society today is paramount to making true and lasting change that is necessary for individuals\, families and communities to thrive. Linsey centers her approach around the importance of building relationship through authentic connection and empathetic listening\, as these are the building blocks of cultivating the thriving and inclusive communities we all want for our children\, both now and for generations to come.\nRegistration is Free!\n\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \n\nContinuing Education Credits\nSocial work continuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US.\nCancellation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. Please contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/historical-trauma-toxic-stress-and-indigenous-communities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/f981335112e1adf96b456f1bef5e83ad-w8LbR7.tmp_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR