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SUMMARY:CornerHouse Virtual 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. 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. \nSchedule\nThis training will take place via an on-line platform (Zoom). \n\nMonday\, August 7th to Thursday\, August 10th 8:30 to 4:30 (CT) – Protocol Instruction\nMonday\, August 14th and Tuesday\, August 15th 8:30am to 1:00pm (CT) – Role Plays\n\nRegister through CornerHouse\nPlease view our cancellation policy and other policies here! https://www.cornerhousemn.org/training-policies
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-virtual-basic-forensic-interview-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T143000
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SUMMARY:Providing Mental Health Services to Sub-Saharan African Families & Refugee Families in USA
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is presenting a training with Dr. Richard Oni and Dr. Toulope Ola. \nPeople from sub-Saharan Africa throughout the world experience certain universal mental health disorders. What differs is the nature of their symptoms and the way these disorders are expressed. Providers need to see mental health disorders through the eyes of African cultural perspective. This training is for any professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nBe able to identify three sources of stress that many African immigrants and refugees experience that affect their mental health.\nIdentify five components of culturally responsive assessment strategies of African migrants and refugees’ mental health disorders.\nIdentify three ways in which immigration processes affect the mental health of African immigrants and refugees in the United States of America.\n\nAbout our Presenters\nDr. Richard Oni\, Director of Training & Services\, Progressive Individual Resources Inc\, received his Ph.D. in Mental Health Management from the Union Institute & University\, Cincinnati\, Ohio\, 1994. He is currently a private consultant\, and the Clinical Director and Co-founder of Progressive Individual Resources providing multicultural mental health services to families of new immigrants in the State of Minnesota. His areas of proficiencies include training\, evaluation\, assessment and public policy. Dr. Oni has developed and given numerous workshops and lectures nationally and internationally on mental health and special education. He has worked extensively to support Behavioral Aide services in Minnesota and has developed a leading training curriculum in the field. He has held numerous appointments. He was appointed by the Governor Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities from 1995 to 2001\, Member of the State of Minnesota Children’s Subcommittee\, Member of the Cultural Advisory Council on State Special Education\, Member of Minnesota Task Force on Refugees and Immigrants Issues\, and Member of the Quality Peer Review of the State of Minnesota Day Treatment Programs. Finally\, Dr. Oni has developed and presented many trainings to new African immigrant parents on Social Services/Welfare issues and corrections. Dr. Oni has been an active member of the American Correctional Association since April 1996 till date. \nTolulope Monisola Ola\, PhD\, MPH; Founder & Executive Director\, Restoration for All (REFA) Inc.\, MN\, is the Founder and Executive Director of Restoration for All Inc\, a nonprofit organization with the mission to nurture and empower individuals\, organizations\, and communities to renew\, discover and restore their culture of well-being. She is a Mental Health Practitioner\, African Storyteller\, and an advocate for cultural healing through mind\, body\, and spirit practices. She is a Co-chair for the Mental Health and Wellness Action Team of Ramsey County Public Health. She is an entrepreneur and a social researcher with several journal articles\, book chapters\, and two books to her credit and has presented extensively on the role of culture in improving mental health and well-being at local\, state\, national\, and international conferences. She has expertise in public health and rights-based responses to chronic diseases and their psychosocial impacts on immigrants and refugees from Africa. She is a public health expert with experience in empowering and mobilizing communities to bring about social change through health education\, sensitization\, and advocacy to create an environment that is physically\, socially\, and culturally inclusive. \nRegister through MACMH\nThis training is approved for 2 hours of Cultural Competence\, 2 hours of Ethics\, and is anticipated to be approved for 2 hours of Clinical Content
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/providing-mental-health-services-to-sub-saharan-african-families-refugee-families-in-usa/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Culture,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T170000
DTSTAMP:20230803T205314Z
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SUMMARY:Creating a Community Action Plan for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in law enforcement\, prosecution\, and related court officials with Detective Edward Merritt. \nJoin other child-serving professionals to create a plan of action for preventing child sexual abuse of youth in your care. Learn the signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\, mandated reporter and stakeholder responsibilities. Identify strengths and weaknesses of current prevention practices\, and develop an action plan\, using the Strategic Prevention Dashboard\, for your organization. This course is open to all members of child serving organizations such as preschool\, after-school care\, summer camps\, church groups\, athletic associations or others responsible for the care of minors. This course is for professionals in community corrections officer\, court system personnel\, educators\, emergency management\, law enforcement\, law enforcement support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, tribes/tribal partners\, and victim service providers. \nTraining Schedule:\nSeptember 20 | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern (One hour for lunch at 2:30 pm) \nSeptember 21 | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern (One hour for lunch at 2:30 pm) \nTo earn a certificate\, you must actively participate and attend the entire training. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to\n\nIdentify signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\nIdentify community stakeholders and define their roles in preventing child sexual abuse\nDefine Mandated Reporter and their legal and ethical responsibilities\nIdentify strengths and weaknesses of stakeholder current prevention practices\nCreate an action plan to improve the prevention of child sexual abuse within your organization/agency (internally) and throughout your community (externally)\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by August 18\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/creating-a-community-action-plan-for-the-prevention-of-child-sexual-abuse/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T120000
DTSTAMP:20230627T150324Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T150324Z
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SUMMARY:Adoptive Youth & Parents in Therapy: Wisdom and Skills for Respectful Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a training event on adoptive youth and parents in therapy: wisdom and skills for respectful practice with Krista Nelson\, LICSW\, LMFT\, and Wenedy Baker\, Co-founder of Family Circle Counseling. \nTherapy for adoptive children and their parents is not generic. It takes specific knowledge of and sensitivity to the lived challenge of being an adopted person in Minnesota. This workshop is a three-part dialogue about what makes the adoption of mental health unique; clinical decisions in specific case examples; and what modalities to use and when. \nOur dialogue will highlight how to navigate relational expectations through developmental stages; address grief and loss that both child and adult face in forming a family; work with differences in class\, culture\, race\, and mismatch of expectations; build emotional safety; move through attachment rupture and repair; and finally when and how to “talk about” adoption and identity as youth claim their own while remaining loyal to many. \nThis training is for mental health professionals with family members\, educational and social service professionals\, and students are welcome to participate. This training will address \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will be able to identify unique/specialized aspects and clinical themes of adoption-focused therapy and how to work with these.\nParticipants will understand the reasoning behind the use of various therapeutic modalities.\nParticipants will develop an understanding of the unique aspects of the use of self in adoption-specific therapy in supporting relational repair\, identity development\, cultural diversity\, trauma reprocessing\, and felt sense of safety.\n\nAbout the Presenters\nKrista Nelson\, LICSW\, LMFT has thirty years of post-master’s experience working with children and parents who are coping with attachment loss\, trauma and family changes\, especially with youth who entered a family through adoption.  She is co-founder of Family Circle Counseling in St. Paul\, MN and led the Wilder Foundation’s Attachment and Trauma Training program from 2001 to 2017.  Krista is a frequent speaker at statewide mental health conferences on issues of attachment and trauma. She continues to co-facilitate the popular MN ADOPT parent workshop Surviving and Thriving Beyond the RAD Diagnosis.  Krista is an attachment focused family therapist with advanced training in EMDR\, Theraplay and Emotion Focused Couples Counseling who loves the balance of doing therapy with playful children\, teens\, adult adoptees\, parents and couples in their quest for healing. \nWendy Baker is the co-founder of Family Circle Counseling\, in St. Paul\, MN\, a family focused group practice\, with particular dedication to adoptive and foster care families and their unique and potentially complex\, intensive therapeutic needs. Prior to her founding of Family Circle Counseling\, Wendy worked within Wilder Foundation Residential Treatment\, providing individual and family therapy and supervising direct care staff.  She is a graduate of the University of Washington’s Developmental Psychology program and received her MSW from the University of Minnesota. Wendy has over 40 years of clinical experience with children\, families and individuals of all ages. She specializes in clinical work with survivors of complex trauma healing from developmental and relational wounds such as childhood neglect\, physical & sexual abuse and attachment traumas/disruptions. She has advanced professional training in the areas of attachment; complex trauma; child development; play therapy; infant-early child therapy; expressive and family therapies. Specifically in the use of EMDR\, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy\, Theraplay\, Play Therapy\, Art Therapy\, Sandtray and Emotion Focused therapy methods. \nWendy is also a seasoned educator. She has been the lead trainer for the post-graduate certification course at the University of Minnesota (PACC) Permanency and Adoption Clinical Competency (PACC) for the past 13 years. She also provides professional supervision and consultation around adoption\, attachment and complex trauma work and conducts parent and professional training through NACAC and MACMH and in the schools on attachment; trauma; approaches for working with attachment challenged adolescents; and attachment assessment. Wendy has also conducted seminars for members of the judiciary on the impact of divorce on children and the best interests of the child in adversarial divorce/custody proceedings. She has also been an adjunct faculty member at University of St. Thomas teaching Master’s Level Graduate School courses in Clinical Social Work. \nRegister through MACMH\nThis training is approved for one hour of cultural competence and is anticipated to be approved for three hours of clinical content. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adoptive-youth-parents-in-therapy-wisdom-and-skills-for-respectful-practice/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T143000
DTSTAMP:20230522T205101Z
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SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a presentation presented by Clara Tunwin\, program director for Karen Organization of Minnesota’s community health and social services\, and by Hsa Hser Khum\, a community health educator. This presentation will explore the history\, background and culture of the Karen community in Minnesota\, including the refugee experience and issues and barriers related to services. General information about mental health problems and substance use among youth and adults in Minnesota will also be discussed. \nThis presentation is for mental health professionals and healthcare professionals. This training is anticipated to be approved for 1.5 hours of Cultural Competence Content. \nLearning Objectives\n\nTo become familiar with Karen people\nAwareness of barriers\nTo become familiar with resources for Karen clients\n\nRegister via MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/karen-culture-presentation/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230729
DTSTAMP:20230522T205425Z
CREATED:20230522T205425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205425Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst® Expanded Forensic Interview (ChildFirst®  EX)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBased on the nationally-recognized ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, this 2.5-day training provides a purposeful and legally defensible process for conducting expanded forensic interviews with children who may not succeed in a standard\, single interview due to trauma\, developmental\, special needs or other complicating issues\, including polyvictimization. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorney\, and forensic interviewers who have completed a nationally recognized basic child forensic interview training. \nThis training will teach the expanded interview process as well as research supporting multiple\, non-duplicative interviews with child victims and witnesses. \nRegister via First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-expanded-forensic-interview-childfirst-ex-3/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T103000
DTSTAMP:20230522T211536Z
CREATED:20230522T211536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T211536Z
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SUMMARY:Investigating Crimes Against Children with Disabilities - Considerations for Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training opportunity with Dermot Whelan\, a Senior Consultant for the Disability Division of Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. During this session\, participants will increase their knowledge about the needs of crime victims with disabilities and learn about the most effective preliminary investigative steps to take when called to handle a matter involving a victim and/or witness with disabilities. \nRegister via APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/investigating-crimes-against-children-with-disabilities-considerations-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230728
DTSTAMP:20230522T211143Z
CREATED:20230522T211143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T211143Z
UID:10000453-1690243200-1690502399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Critical Thinking in the Forensic Interview: Moving from Rote to Responsive Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic interviewing (FI) is a highly complex\, interactive\, and challenging process requiring initial training\, practice-focused supervision\, and ongoing education. Effective interviewers must possess a broad repertoire of skills. Additionally\, forensic interviewers should be able to develop a critical thinking framework to meet both the needs of the child and the investigative team. This research-informed\, non-protocol-specific course will focus on essential skill development and strategies for effectively applying critical thinking tools. \nThis interactive training will utilize demonstration videos\, experiential activities\, lectures\, and guided reflection and discussion. Forensic interviewers are asked to bring case examples to be used to apply the principles being introduced. \nWho should attend? \nThis training is specifically designed for experienced interviewers responsible for initial forensic interviews of children working with a multidisciplinary team. It is recommended that the interviewer have at least two years of interviewing experience and have completed nationally-recognized FI training. \nRegister via NCAC\nRegister by June 23\, 2023.  \nThis training is only offered on-site in Huntsville\, AL. \nA 25% discount is available for registrants from developing countries or from Tribal CACs. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. Please note: To pay via international wire transfer\, payment must be made in U.S. dollars at your expense. Banking and account information is provided on request. \nCancellation Policy\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nImportant note for in-person training: It is recommended to make refundable travel arrangements if booking before your registration has been confirmed. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded. \nSeats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-critical-thinking-in-the-forensic-interview-moving-from-rote-to-responsive-practice/
LOCATION:National Children’s Advocacy Center\, 210 Pratt Ave NE\, Huntsville\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230727
DTSTAMP:20230512T204421Z
CREATED:20230512T204421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T204421Z
UID:10000451-1690156800-1690415999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2023 Child Abuse Summit: Tips from the Team
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOtto Bremer Trust and the University of Minnesota Center for Safe and Health Children are presenting this summit where participants get to learn about the identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect from both regional and national experts.  The Summit 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.  The summit will be hosted in-person and on demand. \nThe Audience this summit is for: \n\nMedical Professionals\nSocial Workers\nLaw Enforcement\nChild Protective Services\nPsychologists\nCounselors\nAttorneys\nTrauma Surgeons and Teams\nStudents and Trainees\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2023-child-abuse-summit-tips-from-the-team/
LOCATION:Huntington Bank Stadium\, 420 23rd Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T143000
DTSTAMP:20230522T205252Z
CREATED:20230522T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205252Z
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SUMMARY:Teens\, Depression & Self-Harm: What We Know and What We Can Do
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a training presented by Sam Marzouk\, PhD\, LP\, Clinical Psychologist and Owner at Promethean Psychology. Given the compelling evidence that depression prevalence rates are rising among teenagers\, there is a stronger than ever-need for public awareness and support. This training will begin by providing a closer look at the precise nature of adolescent depression\, differentiating between normal mood fluctuations and clinically significant depression among teens. Common signs across multiple domains (e.g.\, home\, school\, etc.) will also be explored and discussed. An overview will be provided of the treatment approaches for adolescent depression with the most empirical support. In line with this\, this presentation will also describe “quick tips” providers can supply to families to help alleviate symptoms\, especially while waiting for more specialized treatment. Finally\, ample time will be spent demystifying non-suicidal self-injurious behavior (e.g.\, cutting) and discussing what the research tells us is the best way for parents to respond to this frightening behavior. This training is open to all professions and addresses adolescents ages 12 – 19. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDifferentiate between normal adolescent mood fluctuations and clinically significant depression\nContrast adolescent depression with adult depression for the purpose of illuminating the unique signs and symptoms of adolescent depression\nDescribe the evidence base for current depression treatment approaches for adolescents\nDefine non-suicidal self-injuries behavior and provide strategies for providers to share with families\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDr. Sam Marzouk is a clinical child and adolescent psychologist and owner of Promethean Psychology\, a private psychology practice in the Edina\, Minnesota area. Dr. Sam sees children and adolescents of all ages for a variety of psychosocial concerns\, although he primarily specializes in working with adolescent males. In addition to his routine clinical work\, Dr. Sam regularly provides workshops\, trainings and talks to mental health professionals\, schools\, pediatricians and other pediatric medical providers on topics relevant to child and adolescent mental health. He is also a contributing author to the Minnesota Pediatrician\, a quarterly educational newsletter of the Minnesota Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Sam has written on a variety of topics including pediatric depression\, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). \nRegister via MACMH\nThis training is anticipated to be approved for two hours of Cultural Competence Content and two hours of Clinical Content.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/teens-depression-self-harm-what-we-know-and-what-we-can-do/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230721
DTSTAMP:20230522T210919Z
CREATED:20230522T210919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T210919Z
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SUMMARY:NCAC Getting the Best Information from a Narrative Child Witness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nResearch in child maltreatment\, memory\, suggestibility\, and child development has led to a consensus regarding the guidelines to be followed when conducting a forensic interview. Interviewers know how to adapt their approach to the child in the room and formulate questions adapted to a child’s level of language acquisition and cognitive development. \nWhile there are numerous challenges when interviewing reluctant children\, there are also challenges that must be addressed and managed when interviewing highly narrative children. The appropriate use of invitations\, breadth and depth questions\, specific wh-questions\, and yes/no questions by interviewers can provide a framework for understanding and moving through a child’s narration. In addition\, many children may have experienced multiple events of maltreatment which often results in the blending of details across incidents. Active listening and utilizing provided cues and leads can provide investigators with a greater understanding of the child’s lived experiences and assist with the details required during a civil or criminal investigation. \nParticipants will have an opportunity to increase skills in implementing best practice narrative questioning strategies with highly narrative children while also learning to elicit and manage the flow of information needed by the investigative team. \nWho Should Attend\nThis training is appropriate for forensic interviewers who have completed a nationally recognized forensic interview training and want to increase their ability to obtain information from children that reflect evidence-based\, best-practice questioning of child witnesses. \nRegister via NCAC\nRegistration Deadline is June 20\, 2023. This training is only offered virtually. \nA 25% discount is available for registrants from developing countries or from Tribal CACs. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. Please note: To pay via international wire transfer\, payment must be made in U.S. dollars at your expense. Banking and account information is provided on request. \nCancellation Policy\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nImportant note for in-person training: It is recommended to make refundable travel arrangements if booking before your registration has been confirmed. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded. \nSeats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-getting-the-best-information-from-a-narrative-child-witness-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTSTAMP:20230601T145602Z
CREATED:20230601T145602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T145602Z
UID:10000460-1689724800-1689811199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Special Topics on the Systemic Response to Allegations of Child Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project (ZAP) is presenting a training opportunity in-person at the Redwood Area Community Center in Redwood Falls for a full day of training on special topics on the systemic response to allegations of child abuse and maltreatment. This training will cover topics such as Preparing Kids and Families for our Process\, Considering Grooming and Manipulation\, Tech-Facilitated Crimes and the Forensic Interview\, and Corroborating Evidence. \nThis training is designed for child abuse multidisciplinary professionals and youth-serving professionals including\, but not limited to\, child protection workers\, law enforcement officers\, prosecutors\, mental health workers\, advocacy professionals\, medical team members\, guardian ad litems\, supportive services workers\, cultural liaisons\, teachers\, school staff and administrative professionals\, child care staff\, and youth programming professionals. We encourage you to share this opportunity with other professionals you feel will find it beneficial! \nLogistics\nLunch\nLunch of Subway sandwiches will be provided. At registration\, you will have the opportunity to note any dietary restrictions. \nLocation\nRedwood Area Community Center \n901 E Cook Street\, Redwood Falls\, MN 56283 \nParking is available onsite \nAbout the Trainers\nRachel Johnson is the Lead Forensic Interview Specialist with Zero Abuse Project. She most recently served as the Program Director for the Minnesota Children’s Alliance and has fourteen years of experience in work related to forensic interviewing\, multidisciplinary teams\, advocacy\, child abuse\, prevention education\, and intimate partner violence\, both domestically and abroad. Prior to her work at the Alliance\, Rachel served as a forensic interviewer and the Forensic Program Coordinator at First Witness Child Advocacy Center in Duluth\, Minn. She is trained in multiple forensic interview protocols and received Bachelor of Science degrees in Public Service\, Sociology and Spanish at Hamline University in St. Paul\, Minn. Rachel is passionate about working directly with children and families\, supporting frontline professionals and improving the institutional response to victimization by centering the experiences of victims at all levels of consideration and decision-making. \nCaitie Dahl is a Forensic Interview Specialist and Trainer with Zero Abuse Project. Prior to joining Zero Abuse\, Caitie served as a Forensic Interviewer\, Forensic Program Coordinator\, Trainer\, and Multidisciplinary Team Facilitator with First Witness Child Advocacy Center in Duluth\, Minnesota. Caitie enjoys working with children and providing a trauma-friendly and legally defensible opportunity for victims of abuse to share their experiences. Additionally\, she enjoys training professionals in the field to strengthen their responses to reports of child maltreatment and collaborate with other multidisciplinary professionals when working with children and families throughout the investigative process. Caitie received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Superior\, where she also studied and conducted research on topics such as coercive interviewing\, false confessions\, wrongful convictions\, and suggestibility and memory errors. Caitie also served as the Program Manager at the campus Gender Equity Resource Center and is passionate about recognizing and addressing the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ youth who have experienced maltreatment. \nRegister via ZAP\nThis training is being conducted free of charge for participants under grant funding provided by the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs. \nA certificate of attendance will be provided for all attendees that complete the entire day of training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/special-topics-on-the-systemic-response-to-allegations-of-child-abuse/
LOCATION:Redwood Area Community Center\, 901 East Cook Street\, Redwood Falls\, MN\, 56283\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTSTAMP:20230522T205705Z
CREATED:20230522T205705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205705Z
UID:10000452-1689552000-1689811199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Components for Enhancing Career Experience and Reducing Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nCompassion Fatigue. Burnout. Vicarious Trauma. Secondary Trauma. Terms that overlap and yet are somewhat different. However\, all these concepts have one thing in common – they describe the emotional toll exacted upon workers in human services who deal intensively and empathically with children and adults who are in engaged in an emotional personal struggle. It is a privilege to work in a profession in which caring about those who suffer is the main tool of our work. But caring also takes a toll. Being close to ground zero when people struggle affects the emotional life of those of us who care. \nComponents for Enhancing Career Experience and Reducing Trauma\, or CE-CERT\, is a suite of skills designed to support the well-being of professionals who are exposed to secondary trauma. The goal of CE-CERT is not merely to help professionals survive this work. Rather\, the goal is to support professionals to have a vocation that is uniquely and deeply satisfying. CE-CERT goes beyond the usual discussion of secondary traumatic stress and burnout to provide specific\, practical skills that can be applied to the very real stress that is produced by this work. \nCE-CERT training is designed for professionals and supervisors who work in child abuse and neglect\, such as those at Children’s Advocacy Centers\, members of multidisciplinary teams\, and their partners. CE-CERT training is provided in two parts: \n\nPart 1 – Foundations in CE-CERT is a two-day foundational training in the principles and skills of CE-CERT and is intended for all professionals working in child abuse and neglect.\nPart 2 – CE-CERT for Supervisors is a one-day training specifically for supervisors of child maltreatment professionals. Supervisors will learn how to incorporate CE-CERT into their supervision model with staff. In addition to the one-day training\, supervisors are invited and strongly encouraged to participate in 10 one-hour consultation calls scheduled once or twice a month with the CE-CERT trainer. Supervisors who want to participate in Part 2 must have attended the Part 1 training.\n\nCE-CERT training is funded by a federal grant awarded to the NCAC. The training is offered at no cost to participants in the United States\, U.S. territories\, and local Tribal Nations. \nRegister via NCAC\nApplications open until June 30\, 2023 \nPart 1 – Foundations in CE-CERT: July 17 – 18 \nPart 2 – CE-CERT for Supervisors: July 19
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-components-for-enhancing-career-experience-and-reducing-trauma-2/
LOCATION:Montclair\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230713T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230713T153000
DTSTAMP:20230614T171839Z
CREATED:20230522T164605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T171839Z
UID:10000458-1689255000-1689262200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Creating Trauma-Informed Spaces for Victims & Families Throughout the Justice System
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance is excited to host this training with Zero Abuse Project on trauma-informed care across the justice system.\nAfter learning about Adverse Child Experiences (The ACE Study)\, most professionals want the next steps. Creating trauma-informed space and training staff to respond to behaviors linked to trauma will strengthen relationships. Throughout the justice system\, from disclosure to verdict\, it can be triggering\, traumatizing\, and re-traumatizing for victims and families. This session will share steps to improve the environment in order to create safe spaces\, recognize and identify behaviors that impact disclosure to testimony\, and ensure that clients feel listened to and their experiences acknowledged.\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUnderstand how trauma may impact disclosure and cooperation with the justice system.\nLearn ways to create/change or update environments to become trauma safe.\nCreate strategies and tools to enhance relationships with victims and families\n\nAbout the Presenter\nTomiko Mackey is a licensed clinical social worker who has provided services to children\, adolescents\, and adults for more than 20. Tomiko worked at Family Crisis Services\, a children’s advocacy and rape crisis center\, in Oxford\, Mississippi for 22 years as a therapist\, forensic interviewer and clinical director\, supervising the forensic interview\, family advocate and the mental health programs. Tomiko has trained countless professionals in the art of forensic interviewing using the ChildFirst Forensic Interview Protocol. Through the National Children’s Alliance and Baylor University\, Tomiko trains mental health providers throughout the nation in the use of evidence-based assessments. \nTomiko Mackey earned her Master of Social Work degree\, with a concentration in children\, youth and families\, from California State University\, Long Beach. She is an EMDR trained and certified TF-CBT clinician. Tomiko has a private therapy practice in California and Mississippi. \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\nPOST and Social 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/trauma-informed-spaces-for-victims-families-throughout-the-justice-system/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T133000
DTSTAMP:20230621T214900Z
CREATED:20230621T214900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T214900Z
UID:10000461-1689076800-1689082200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Working with Victims with Severe Mental Illness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC) is presenting a training opportunity on working with victims with severe mental illness. \nViolence and crime are systemic problems that impact all members of a community\, either directly or indirectly. Crime victims may experience new or exacerbated mental health issues as the result of being the victim of a crime\, and research shows that people with mental health issues are also statistically more likely to be victimized themselves. Advocates working with victims of crimes should be educated and trained in basic information regarding mental health symptoms and causes\, as well as strategies to effectively advocate and work with a victim experiencing severe mental health issues. Advocates must also be aware of the impacts of vicarious trauma on their own mental health and have the tools and support needed to succeed sustainably in their roles. \nLearning objectives\n1) Understand correlations between crime victimization and mental health\, including differences and similarities between short-term trauma responses and long-term chronic mental health diagnoses. \n2) Differentiate between the role of an advocate versus other criminal justice system partners and how to effectively advocate for victims experiencing mental health symptoms\, including sample language and de-escalation techniques advocates can use to mediate a mental health crisis. \n3) Learn the impacts of vicarious trauma on advocates and review strategies to improve the health and well-being of frontline providers working with crime victims. \nRegister via MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/working-with-victims-with-severe-mental-illness/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T103000
DTSTAMP:20230522T205536Z
CREATED:20230522T205536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205536Z
UID:10000450-1689066000-1689071400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adapted Protocol for Interviewing Children Who Do Not Speak
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training opportunity with Kate Homan\, MS\, a Senior Consultant for Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. During this module participants will receive an introduction to interviewing children who do not speak. Participants will learn how to establish communication with an individual who can only respond using “yes” and “no” in addition to learning how to use the hybrid question style. \nRegister via APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adapted-protocol-for-interviewing-children-who-do-not-speak/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230714
DTSTAMP:20230421T191258Z
CREATED:20230421T191258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T191258Z
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SUMMARY:NCAC: Forensic Interviewing Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. \nThis interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. A pre- and post-training knowledge check will be administered. \nTopics covered in this course include the following: \n\nNCAC Child Forensic Interview Structure\nDynamics of Abuse\nForensic Conversations\nChild Development\nMemory and Suggestibility\nPre-Interview Planning\nInclusive Forensic Interviewing\nInterview Practicum and Assessment\nTransition Strategies\nEffective Courtroom Testimony\n\nThis training is a four-day commitment in-person at 210 Pratt Ave. N\, Huntsville\, AL 35801. Participants are expected to complete six-hours of pre-work consisting of selected readings and interactive recorded exercises to be done at their own pace prior to the first official day of training. This training has been updated to meet the 2023 National Children’s Alliance Standards for Accredited Children’s Advocacy Centers. Check here for more information on traveling to Huntsville\, AL. \nFor more information\, contact Sarah Hubbard or call 256-327-3876. \nRegister via NCAC\nRegister by June 10\, 2023. We highly recommend applicants to register early as this class gets filled very quickly. \nThere is a 25% discount for registrants from Tribal CACs or developing countries. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. \nAll registrations are pending until the National Children’s Advocacy Center has reviewed your information and has determined whether the applicant meets specific criteria for participation. \nThis training is presented in English; translation services are not provided by the NCAC. If interpretation or other accommodations are needed for participation in this training\, please contact the training coordinator. \nImportant Note: Training classes are subject to cancellation in the event of insufficient registrations. Therefore\, DO NOT make non-refundable travel arrangements until you receive both a “Preliminary Registration” e-mail AND a “Final Confirmation” e-mail from NCAC that the training will take place (approximately 4 to 6 weeks before the training). \nCancellation Policy\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-children/
LOCATION:National Children’s Advocacy Center\, 210 Pratt Ave NE\, Huntsville\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230630T120000
DTSTAMP:20230428T190557Z
CREATED:20230428T190557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190557Z
UID:10000444-1688115600-1688126400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a training opportunity presented by Arielle Handevidt\, MA\, IMH-E\, Director of Early Childhood at Northside Achievement Zone and Lauren Moberg\, MA\, LMFT\, IMH-E\, Infant & Early Childhood Director at Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health. \nWhen infants are born into this world\, they come with a brain that is ready to learn through relationships. For those of us that choose to work with these infants and young children\, we must understand the importance of holding a specialized set of skills to support their development through the context of relationships with their families. During this workshop\, the presenters will dive into the definition of Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH)\, begin to understand how IECMH principles inform our work\, and better understand the importance of reflection in our work. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nLearn the definition of infant/early childhood mental health\nName at least 3 guiding principles of infant/early childhood mental health\nUnderstand the necessity of reflection in infant/early childhood work\n\nRegister via MACMH\nThis training is anticipated to be approved for Develop Credit and approved for 3 CEHs.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/introduction-to-infant-early-childhood-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230630
DTSTAMP:20230414T171332Z
CREATED:20230414T171332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T171332Z
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SUMMARY:Increasing Skill in Forensic Interviewing of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) is presenting a training opportunity on Increasing Skill in Forensic Interviewing of Children with Andra Chamberlin\, MA. \nConducting an effective forensic interview (FI) of a child is a complex task that requires an understanding of children’s memory\, linguistic\, communicative\, and metacognitive capacities. It also includes the use of appropriate questioning strategies which maximize a child’s recall memory. These concepts are introduced and practiced during initial forensic interview training. \nFaced with diverse children and complicated cases\, interviewers often need help implementing the lessons learned in basic forensic interview training in a nuanced and thoughtful manner. Mastering the use of appropriate questioning strategies and legally defensible social support requires additional training beyond an initial one-week class. \nThis course deepens interviewers’ understanding of effective questioning strategies\, the provision of sensitive and targeted social support and provides extended opportunities to practice the implementation of skills and receive timely feedback. Participants will also receive specific preparation in interview evaluation. \nThis virtual\, non-protocol-specific\, foundational skill-building training consists of experiential components\, readings\, web-based modules\, and interview exercises. \nWho should attend?\nThis training is recommended as the first follow-up training for newer interviewers\, as well as for interviewers who would like to refresh and update their skills. Completion of nationally recognized forensic interviewing training is required. \nRegister via NCAC\nRegister by May 26\, 2023 \nA 25% discount is available for registrants from developing countries or from Tribal CACs. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. Please note: To pay via international wire transfer\, payment must be made in U.S. dollars at your expense. Banking and account information is provided on request. \nImportant Note: Training classes are subject to cancellation in the event of insufficient registrations. Therefore\, DO NOT make non-refundable travel arrangements until you receive both a “Preliminary Registration” e-mail AND a “Final Confirmation” e-mail from NCAC that the training will take place (approximately 4 to 6 weeks before the training). \nCancellation Policy\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/increasing-skill-in-forensic-interviewing-of-children-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T143000
DTSTAMP:20230428T190535Z
CREATED:20230428T190535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190535Z
UID:10000435-1687437000-1687444200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The Shift From Control to Connection: Parental Mediation Strategies That Support Digital Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a training presented by Erin Walsh\, CO-Founder at Spark & Stitch Institute. \nWhile dominant media narratives paint a simple equation that teens + screens = negative outcomes\, the latest data point to a much more complicated picture. Unfortunately\, this simplistic messaging too often positions parents simply as “on-off” regulators of adolescent media use and can lead to restrictive mediation strategies that backfire as children grow older. The nuances in the relationship between screen time and mental health require that helping professionals\, caring adults and caregivers increase their knowledge of these issues and build a mediation toolkit that responds to the developmental needs of adolescents as well as the complexity of the digital world that young people are growing up in. \nThis workshop will briefly review some of the key takeaways in the research about screen time and mental health and explore why restrictive mediation strategies alone are insufficient to reduce harm and strengthen resilience. Participants will be asked to connect the dots between the developmental tasks of adolescents and the digital dilemmas and opportunities they navigate daily. Time will be spent reviewing additional effective mediation strategies that center adult-child connections\, communication and compassion. Reflection prompts and Q&A will help participants make meaning of their learning. \nThis training is for everyone from all professions and will address early childhood to adolescence age. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReview key research takeaways on the relationship between screen time and adolescent mental health and wellbeing.\nExplain parental mediation strategies and their impact on exposure to risk and adolescent risk behaviors.\nIdentify strategies associated with successful parental/adult mediation that are developmentally appropriate for tweens and teens.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nErin Walsh is a parent\, speaker\, educator and writer. She has worked with communities across the country who want to better understand child and adolescent development and cut through conflicting information about kids and technology. Erin and her father\, Dr. David Walsh\, started together at the National Institute on Media and the Family before creating Spark & Stitch Institute in 2019. In addition to writing articles for several organizations including Bolster Collaborative and Psychology Today\, she co-authored the 10th Anniversary Edition of the national bestseller Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen. Her signature down-to-earth approach and sense of humor helps families and educators engage in complicated topics and leave feeling capable and motivated. She has consulted with schools\, school districts\, parent groups and other youth serving organizations throughout North America on issues related to digital media\, parenting\, and social emotional development. \nRegister via MACMH\nThis training is anticipated to be approved for 0.5 hours of Cultural Competence Content and approved for 2 CEHs.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-shift-from-control-to-connection-parental-mediation-strategies-that-support-digital-wellbeing/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T103000
DTSTAMP:20230421T185058Z
CREATED:20230421T185058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T185058Z
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SUMMARY:Interviewing Children with Communication Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is hosting a training opportunity that is presented by Staci Whitney\, Senior Director of Modell Consulting Group\, LLC (MCG). \nIn this session\, participants will learn specifically about communicating with children with communication disorders\, and speech-language disorders\, including interviewing children who utilize communication devices. \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/interviewing-children-with-communication-disorders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230613T153000
DTSTAMP:20230523T193413Z
CREATED:20230522T165805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T193413Z
UID:10000459-1686659400-1686670200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Mind the Gap: Fulfilling the 2023 Victim Advocacy Standards
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance is excited to host this training with First Witness on Victim Advocacy Standard for Accreditation set by NCA.\n\n\nDesigned for advocates who have already completed a full 24-hour Advocacy Training\, Mind the Gap adds to the fundamentals of victim advocacy as laid out in the 2023 Victim Advocacy Standard for Accreditation set forth by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). \nDuring the training\, advocates will learn about Victim Rights and Compensation\, Cultural Responsiveness and Addressing Explicit Bias\, Caregiver Resilience\, Domestic Violence and Polyvictimization\, and Referral methods. Trainers will teach participants how to put these principles into action through hands-on activities\, real-life examples\, and discussion. \nMind the Gap was developed by Family Advocates and Trainers at First Witness Child Advocacy Center in Duluth\, MN. First Witness’ 24-hour Training for Advocates Working with a CAC is available for advocates who have not yet received the fundamental advocacy training as laid out by the NCA. For more information about the First Witness training program and to register\, please visit www.firstwitness.org/training or contact Madeline Kvale at mkvale@firstwitness.org. \nPre-Readings Recommended\nAdvocates will read the above articles and state specific victims’ rights and victim compensation information and answer questions provided \n\nResearch Foundations of Greenbook Interventions to Address the Co-Occurance of Child Maltreatment and Adult Domestic Violence by Megan R. Holmes\, Anna E. Bender\, David S. Crampton\, Laura A. Voith\, and Dana M Prince. (Designed to meet the domestic violence and polyvictimization training requirement for advocates)\nThe Greenbook and the Overrepresentation of African American\, Hispanic\, and Native American Families in the Child Welfare System by Judge Karen Aileen Howze (Ret.) and Associate Justice Anne K. McKeig (Designed to meet NCA cultural responsiveness and addressing explicit bias training requirement for advocates)\nState Specific Victim Rights and Compensation (Designed to meet NCA victim rights training requirement for advocates) https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/611A (MN)\n\nGoals for these readings\n\nAdvocates will develop an understanding of how race\, culture\, and polyvictimization dynamics impact how advocates and systems interact with families during the investigation and within the court system.\nAdvocates will understand what rights are afforded to victims of a crime in their state and understand how to assist in completing an application for victim compensation with the families that they serve.\n\nAbout the Presenter\n \nAlly Washenesky graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Superior with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work with a focus in Mental Health and Criminal Justice Studies in May of 2020. She then became licensed through the Minnesota Board of Social Work with her LSW in December of 2020. Before joining the First Witness Advocacy Program\, Ally worked as the Case Manager for the YWCA’s Young Mothers Program\, working with Young Mothers who faced barriers to stable housing\, develop independent living skills\, parenting skills\, and complete their educations as well as managing the transitional housing Advocacy Staff. \nAs the Family Advocacy and Prevention Program Coordinator\, Ally strives to always amplify the voices of the families and children that she serves by holding systems accountable to the standards that they have set. Ally is passionate about her work with children and families on an individual level and on a larger scale as an advocate pushing for systemic changes and broader prevention education standards. As a trainer\, Ally has presented lectures on advocacy perspective for child advocacy center advocates\, as well as advanced advocacy topics such as the co-occurrence of domestic violence and child maltreatment on both a regional and national level. \nRegistration is $100.\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. \nCancelation 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/mind-the-gap-fulfilling-the-2023-victim-advocacy-standards/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230617
DTSTAMP:20230508T145041Z
CREATED:20230508T145041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T145041Z
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SUMMARY:First Witness ChildFirst Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol brings the field into the classroom\, enhancing the education of front-line child abuse response professionals. This training is designed for investigative teams of law enforcement officers\, social workers\, prosecutors\, child protection attorneys\, and forensic interviewers. \nStudents receive training on the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, which includes 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. \nRegister via First Witness\nThis training will take place in-person at Duluth\, MN.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-childfirst-forensic-interview-training-10/
LOCATION:First Witness\, 1402 E 2nd Street\, Duluth\, MN\, 55805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230616
DTSTAMP:20230421T184643Z
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SUMMARY:Vulnerable Adult 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. This custom training is specifically focused on interviewing vulnerable adults. Training methods include lecture and discussions\, review of CornerHouse video-recorded interviews\, and skill-building exercises. These courses are designed for teams of forensic interviewers\, child protection workers\, tribal social service investigators\, law enforcement officers and prosecuting attorneys. Courses are outcome-based and include an exam upon completion. \nCourse Topics:\n\nThe CornerHouse Forensic Interview Protocol™ focusing on utilizing the protocol with Vulnerable Adults\nFoundations for Forensic Interviewing\nCornerHouse Guiding Principles\nA Multidisciplinary Team Approach\nPeer Review and Skill Development\nVulnerable Adult Development and Abilities for the Forensic Interview\nThe Experience and Disclosure of Abuse\n\nVulnerable Adult Forensic Interview Training is best suited for:\n\nForensic interviewers; investigators from child/adult protection\, tribal social services\, and law enforcement; and prosecuting attorneys\nMultidisciplinary Investigative Team\nProfessionals who want to stay up-to-date on the most current forensic interview best practices.\nCommunities that want all of their multidisciplinary team members to attend training together to improve their coordinated response to Vulnerable Adult abuse and neglect.\n\nBenefits of On-site Training include:\n\nTraining conducted for your learners at your location.\nWhen host agencies have seven or more individuals they want to attend\, the on-site option is less expensive than attending Vulnerable Adult Forensic Interview Training in Minneapolis.\nThis training is tailored to meet the needs of your Multidisciplinary Teams\, including community needs\, team building\, and enhanced coordination.\n\nDetails of On-Site Vulnerable Adult Forensic Interview Training\n\n3.5 day training conducted at your location.\n4 hours of online learning that must be completed prior to the on-site training.\nAn agency representative must enter into a contractual agreement for the training and associated expenses including the trainer’s travel\, lodging\, meals\, and other expenses.\n\nRegister via CornerHouse\nPlease view their cancellation policy here!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/vulnerable-adult-forensic-interview-training/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230610
DTSTAMP:20230414T213658Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Zero Abuse Project Summit
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nHelp put an end to child sexual abuse. The 2023 Zero Abuse Project Summit will run June 7-9\, 2023 in Orlando\, Florida\, and will focus on the current research and emerging trends in the field of forensic interviewing and child abuse investigations. This conference is for all multidisciplinary team members\, including law enforcement\, CPS\, prosecutors\, and forensic interviewers. \nPlease note: We will be hosting our National Peer Review on June 7th for currently practicing forensic interviewers for an additional cost. This session is limited to 75 participants. Attendees that have not purchased a ticket for June 7 will only have access to the June 8-9 sessions. \n\nJune 7\, 2023: Zero Abuse Project National Forensic Interview Peer Review\nJune 8-9\, 2023: Zero Abuse Project Summit\n\nZero Abuse Project is thrilled to be presenting the following topics for this year’s Summit:\n\nChild Forensic Interviewing: A 40-Year Retrospective\n2023 Emerging Issues in the field\n2023 Research Update\nInvestigating\, Interviewing\, and Prosecuting Child Sexual Abuse Cases Involving Male Victims\nI’m Done…I Quit!: Secondary Traumatic Stress and Vicarious Trauma\nThe Big Disconnect…Prosecutor and forensic interviewer Collaboration\nRace\, Religion\, and Corporal Punishment: Finding a Culturally Humble Path to Reducing both Physical Abuse and Racial Disparities\n\nThese topics will be presented by an amazing lineup of industry experts:\n\nDr. Mark Everson\, Director of Childhood Trauma and Maltreatment Program at UNC’s Department of Psychiatry\nVictor Vieth\, Chief Program Officer\, Zero Abuse Project\nRita Farrell\, Director\, ChildFirst®\, Zero Abuse Project\nRachel Johnson\, Lead Forensic Interview Specialist\, Zero Abuse Project\nTomiko Mackey\, Senior Trainer\, Zero Abuse Project\nCaitie Dahl\, Forensic Interview Specialist and Trainer\, Zero Abuse Project\n\nDownload the agenda here. \nRegister via Zero Abuse Project\nLodging\nZero Abuse Project has secured a limited room block at the Embassy Suites Lake Buena Vista at the special Summit rate of $169.00. Be sure to reserve your rooms early! \nThe hotel will be offering complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast\, nightly evening receptions\, and a waived resort fee\, should you choose to stay there. Extend your stay through the weekend and enjoy the Disney and Universal theme parks! \nBookings can be made at this link: www.my-event.hilton.com/mcowdes-zap-90161ba4-e789-463d-975f-8392f5701f23/ \nAlternatively\, you may call the reservations hotline at 1-800-377-8898 and reference the code “ZAP” for the group rate. \nPayment Information\nTo Pay by Credit/Debit Card \nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option (“Pay via Credit Card”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. The system will then take you the credit card processing page. \nTo Pay by Invoice \nIf you need an invoice to issue payment\, you must select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay via an Invoice”)\, and you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. If you wish the invoice to be sent to someone else in your agency for payment processing\, send an email to our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with the contact information. \nCancellation Policy \nWe offer a refund minus a $25 administrative fee for each cancelled registration. We do not offer refunds if you fail to notify us prior to the conference you can’t attend. Zero Abuse Project must be notified 7 full business day before the start of the Summit to qualify for a refund or transfer (by May 31\, 2023). \n*NO REFUNDS for discounted group registrations. \nTransfers: Registrations can be transferred to a different attendee for a $25 administrative fee. \nDisclaimer: Zero Abuse Project reserves the right to cancel or postpone this seminar if minimum registration requirements are not met or as a result of Force Majeure. Zero Abuse Project will make all attempts to notify registrants of cancellation or postponement at the earliest opportunity.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2023-zero-abuse-project-summit/
LOCATION:Embassay Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista Resort\, 8100 Lake St\, Orlando\, FL\, 32836\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Research,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T103000
DTSTAMP:20230421T184853Z
CREATED:20230421T184853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T184853Z
UID:10000433-1686042000-1686047400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Considerations for Interviewing Children with Disabilities Part II
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is hosting this training opportunity presented by Dermot Whelan\, Senior Consultant for the Disability Services Division of Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. \nIn this session\, participants will learn about disabilities in detail\, including physical disability\, cerebral palsy\, communication disorders\, and deaf and hard-of-hearing children. In addition\, participants will learn strategies for communicating with children with disabilities. \nRegister via APSAC\nMember Registration: $50\nNon-Member Registration: $65\nMember CEs: $10\nNon-Member CEs: $25 \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advanced-considerations-for-interviewing-children-with-disabilities-part-ii/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTSTAMP:20230421T184343Z
CREATED:20230421T184343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T184343Z
UID:10000430-1686009600-1686268799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fundamentals in Victim Services
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC) is presenting the June 2023 Fundamentals in Victim Services Training is an in-person 2.5 day training for victim advocates to develop core knowledge and skills to provide victim-centered services. \nBy the end of this training\, advocates will be able to:\n\nUnderstand the role of ongoing and historical trauma in victimization and develop skills for providing trauma-responsive advocacy to all victims of crime.\nExpand their understanding of vicarious trauma and strategies to build resilience for a sustainable career in victim services.\nUnderstand and examine their own Occupational Identity (OI) and identify strategies for cultivating healthy boundaries; and\nDescribe key victims’ rights and know how to find more information to ensure that criminal legal systems professionals are meeting statutory obligations regarding crime victims;\nRecognize and interrogate the roles of bias\, privilege\, and oppression in victimization and advocacy;\nIdentify and honor the unique and complementary roles of community-based and systems-based advocates;\nFurthermore\, training participants will have opportunities to connect with one another and with experienced professionals with a range of knowledge and skills.\n\nAgenda\n\nTuesday\, June 6th: 9am-4:30pm\nWednesday\, June 7th: 9am-4:30pm\nThursday\, June 8th: 9am-12:30pm\n\nFundamentals in Victim Services will feature interactive modules to appeal to different styles of learning\, with a combination of lecture\, small group work\, and opportunities for individual reflection. The number of attendees will be limited to 25 to maximize the quality of interaction. \nMAC will award a certificate of completion to attendees who complete all sessions. Participants are expected to complete all sessions live. If you cannot attend a live session\, you must email us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org in advance to request an excused absence. Sessions may not be recorded. \nWe will apply for Continuing Legal Education (for attorneys) and Peace Officers Standings and Training (for law enforcement) credits by request. If you would like CLE or POST credits\, please indicate this on your registration\, or contact us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org by May 19\, 2023. \nRegister via MAC\nRegistration will close Tuesday\, May 30th\, 2023 at 5 pm CT. \nRegistration is free for MAC Member programs and $50 for non-members. Not sure your program is a member? Check here: https://www.mnallianceoncrime.org/our-member-programs/ \nMAC will be celebrating it’s 30th anniversary in 2023 with a special $30 rate for new member programs! Join MAC before May 31st\, 2023 and get membership through June 30th\, 2023 for just $30. Click here to join today! \nCancelation Policy\nIf you have registered and can no longer attend\, please notify MAC as soon as you know that. Any cancelations received more than 72 hours prior to the start of the training will receive a full refund. Cancelations within 72 hours of the start will not receive a refund. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/fundamentals-in-victim-services/
LOCATION:Anna Marie’s Alliance\, 505 N. 10th Ave\, St. Cloud\, MN\, 56303\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTSTAMP:20230414T172704Z
CREATED:20230414T172704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T172704Z
UID:10000429-1686009600-1686268799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Strategies for Interviewing a Reluctant Child Witness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) is presenting a training opportunity on Strategies for Interviewing a Reluctant Child Witness with Kim Madden\, MEd LCMHC. \nForensic interviewers encounter a variety of forms of reluctance in child witnesses. A forensic interview is challenging for many children as the environment and forensic interviewer are unfamiliar\, and the topic of discussion can be cognitively and emotionally demanding for the child. There is no single manifestation of reluctance in children and no single antidote. The degree of reluctance occurs along a continuum ranging from mild anxiety to more pronounced resistance and high-stress levels for the child. Additionally\, reluctance appears at different places in the interview process\, and child witnesses communicate their reluctance in their own unique and personal way. \nThis training will explore the internal and external contributors to children’s reluctance and offer a “toolbox” of supportive responses and adaptations that may be helpful.  Case examples and demonstrations through recorded interviews will be used during the training. Participants are invited to bring case examples for discussion. \nThis training is only offered onsite in Huntsville\, AL. \nWho should attend:\nThis training is appropriate for forensic interviewers at all levels who want to increase their ability to provide support and gain information from reluctant children in a sensitive and planned way. Completion of nationally-recognized forensic interviewing training is required\, and completion of the Beyond Basic Forensic Interviewing: Increasing Skill in Forensic Interviewing of Children course is recommended. \nRegister via NCAC\nRegister by May 5\, 2023. \nA 25% discount is available for registrants from developing countries or from Tribal CACs. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. Please note: To pay via international wire transfer\, payment must be made in U.S. dollars at your expense. Banking and account information is provided on request. \nImportant Note\nTraining classes are subject to cancellation in the event of insufficient registrations. Therefore\, DO NOT make non-refundable travel arrangements until you receive both a “Preliminary Registration” e-mail AND a “Final Confirmation” e-mail from NCAC that the training will take place (approximately 4 to 6 weeks before the training). \nCancellation Policy\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nImportant note for in-person training\nIt is recommended to make refundable travel arrangements if booking before your registration has been confirmed. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded. \nSeats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/strategies-for-interviewing-a-reluctant-child-witness-2/
LOCATION:National Children’s Advocacy Center\, 210 Pratt Ave NE\, Huntsville\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230617T163000
DTSTAMP:20230428T190449Z
CREATED:20230428T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190449Z
UID:10000443-1685017800-1687019400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230615T163000
DTSTAMP:20230428T190449Z
CREATED:20230428T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T190449Z
UID:10000442-1684845000-1686846600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition (MIWSAC) is hosting their Native-Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy training\, created by Native women experts in the field. It is designed for Tribal communities and non-Native service providers working with and for Native people who have been impacted by sexual violence. This Native-focused curriculum aims to provide new and seasoned advocates with the knowledge and skills they need to provide culturally responsive\, survivor-centered advocacy for victims/survivors of sexual violence. This curriculum meets the requirements of the State of Minnesota\, Statute 595.02 to ensure communication between advocates and victims of sexual assault is considered privileged information. This curriculum may also be used for Tribal advocates in states other than Minnesota. \nTopics include:\n\nFundamentals of Sexual Assault Advocacy\nSexual Violence in Indian Country\nSex Offenders-What Advocates Need to Know\nCore Skills of Advocacy\nSocial Change Advocacy\nSARTS-Sexual Assault Response Teams\nAdvocacy Self Care and Burnout\nMedical Response\nLaw Enforcement Response\nProsecution of Sexual Assault\nMental Health- Basic Info for Advocates\nSexual Assault Victimization\nImpact of Sexual Assault\nAdvocacy for LGBTQ/Two-Spirit\nElder Abuse\nAdolescent and Child Sexual Abuse\nProstitution and Trafficking\nSexual Assault by Self-Proclaimed Spiritual Leaders\nSexual Harassment\nPolicies and Practices\n\nRegister via MIWSAC\nThis training occurs every Tuesdays and Thursdays\, May 2 – 25\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/native-focused-40-hour-sexual-assault-advocacy-training/2023-05-23/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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