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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T113000
DTSTAMP:20260625T201613Z
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SUMMARY:ZAP Understanding AI-Generated CSAM
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nThis 90-minute session covers the history and evolution of machine learning\, AI\, and generative AI\, highlighting their use in creating realistic media. It explores the ethical and legal risks\, including AI’s connection to CSAM. The session also provides strategies for addressing legal challenges related to AI-generated content and reviews current legislation and future regulatory issues. \n\n\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-understanding-ai-generated-csam/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260625T201157Z
CREATED:20260625T201157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T201157Z
UID:10001629-1789041600-1789052400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA | Trauma Focused Treatment for Children and Adolescents via Telehealth: Advanced Topics and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 3-hour training will provide mental health professionals 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 and (3) procedures and workflow considerations for telehealth delivery trauma-focused treatment. This training has been approved for 2.5 CEs through NBCC. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will be able to describe modifications needed to implement trauma-focused treatment for children and adolescents via telehealth\nParticipants will be able to understand the ethics surrounding distance counseling\nParticipants will be able to describe techniques and resources to provide engaging trauma treatment for children via telehealth\n\nRegister through National Children’s Alliance\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-trauma-focused-treatment-for-children-and-adolescents-via-telehealth-advanced-topics-and-techniques/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260304T211019Z
CREATED:20260304T211019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211019Z
UID:10001514-1789344000-1789689599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviewing of Children Training
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. This 4-day\, 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. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Thursday\, September 3\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260323T193925Z
CREATED:20260323T193925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193925Z
UID:10001534-1789639200-1789644600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Normalizing the Conversation: Talking with Families about Body Safety
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this session\, we will not only discuss healthy childhood development\, but also go over working with parents and non-offending caregivers as they start to grow their communication skills and normalize talking about body safety with their children. Participants will be informed on what to look for in terms of victim manipulation\, signs of possible child sexual abuse\, and how to support caregivers in learning and understanding this information. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-normalizing-the-conversation-talking-with-families-about-body-safety-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Body Safety
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260324T165918Z
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001477-1789646400-1789650000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260304T204338Z
CREATED:20260304T204338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T204338Z
UID:10001512-1789948800-1790380799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\nThis course is for investigative professionals who are actively a part of an MDT who work with children and families of abuse.\n\n\n\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. This course is restricted to members who are actively a part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team. \nThis training is taking place in-person in Roseville\, MN. Each day training will take place from 8:00am-4:30pm Central Time. Friday will be a half day from 8:00am-12:30pm. A continental breakfast is offered each day as well as lunch on Monday and Thursday. \n\n\nRegister through CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-34/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260507T202711Z
CREATED:20260507T202711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T202711Z
UID:10001589-1790035200-1790207999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Stearns County Attorney: Intimate Partner Violence Prosecutor Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin for an exceptional training event designed to enhance the skills and expertise of prosecutors\, support staff\, and law enforcement. This comprehensive training offers practical tools\, evidence-based knowledge\, and real-world insight to strengthen your ability to investigate and prosecute domestic violence and related crimes effectively. \nFeatured Presenter: Andrew Campbell \nAndrew Campbell is a nationally recognized researcher and trainer focused on the intersection of domestic violence\, child abuse\, and community violence. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and regularly presents across the country to multidisciplinary audiences. Andrew’s presentations draw on research\, real-world case analysis\, and multidisciplinary perspectives to explore the dynamics of domestic violence and its broader impact on children\, families\, and communities. His work focuses on identifying risk factors\, understanding offender behavior\, improving victim response\, and developing strategies to break cycles of violence and support long-term healing. \nRegister Through Stearns County Attorney\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/stearns-county-attorney-intimate-partner-violence-prosecutor-training/
LOCATION:The Park Event Center\, 500 Division St\, Waite Park\, MN\, 53687\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260324T164129Z
CREATED:20260304T211355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164129Z
UID:10001515-1790035200-1790380799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The Forensic Practice | StepWise 360™: Interviewing Children and Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nStepWise 360™: Interviewing Children and Youth (ICY) provides you with the basic knowledge and skills needed to conduct effective forensic interviews with cooperative children and adolescents.The StepWise 360™: Interviewing Child and Youth workshop is approved by the National Children’s Alliance as meeting the foundational forensic interview training requirements for Accredited Children’s Advocacy Centers. \nRegister Through The Forensic Practice
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-forensic-practice-stepwise-360-interviewing-children-and-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T143000
DTSTAMP:20260625T201717Z
CREATED:20260625T201717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T201717Z
UID:10001631-1790082000-1790087400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | The Sextortion Crisis: What Child Protection Professionals Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nMost of us were trained to spot grooming as a slow burn. Weeks of trust-building. A predator playing a long game. Sextortion tore that timeline up. \nA teenager can go from a friendly message to a full-blown crisis before dinner. The offender doesn’t need months\, and increasingly doesn’t even need a real photo. With AI\, they can fabricate the “proof” and jump straight to the threat. The weapon was never really the image anyway. It’s the shame. And shame moves faster than any reporting system we’ve built. \nThis session closes the gap between what we learned and what’s actually happening to kids right now. We’ll break down how sextortion works\, why it lands so hard on teens (boys especially\, in the financial wave)\, and why the smartest\, most supported kid in the room still won’t tell you. Think of a child sitting on this secret like someone trying to hold a beach ball underwater. It takes everything they have\, and the second they’re exhausted\, it explodes to the surface. Our job is to be a safe place for that surface to happen. Then we get practical: what a trauma-informed response looks like in the first ten minutes after a disclosure\, the warning signs worth watching\, and prevention messages that survive in a world where “just don’t send anything” is no longer enough. \n\n\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-the-sextortion-crisis-what-child-protection-professionals-need-to-know-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260514T160224Z
CREATED:20260514T155958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T160224Z
UID:10001607-1790208000-1790467199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IVAT 31st San Diego International Summit on Violence\, Abuse and Trauma Across the Lifespan
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe San Diego Summit is a unique forum for professionals across all disciplines and philosophies to gather for in-depth exchange of current information on all facets of violence\, abuse and trauma prevention\, intervention and research. We are one of the very few events that include researchers\, practitioners\, advocates\, survivors\, and front-line workers from all disciplines to share information\, discuss controversial issues\, and engage in difficult dialogues. Evident in our uniquely comprehensive programming\, the Summit focuses on linking research\, practice\, policy and advocacy to promote violence-free living for all. Opportunities for networking\, continuing education\, specialty certifications\, and more make this an event you don’t want to miss. \nNow\, more than ever\, IVAT emphasizes the importance of creating space for professionals to  gather and discuss vital prevention\, assessment\, intervention\, and treatment techniques\,  allowing them the tools to create change in their communities. Partner with us to help end the cycles of violence\, abuse\, and trauma. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify current state-of-the-science research\, innovative assessment methods\, and practice concerning child\, adolescent\, adult/elder abuse\, trauma\, and maltreatment.\nExplain the underlying dynamics and overlap of different types of traumas\, abuse\, and maltreatment.\nIdentify long-term effects of early trauma on functioning of children\, adolescents\, and adults/elders.\nImprove skills and techniques for helping children\, adolescents\, adults/elders\, and families recover from various types of traumas\, abuse\, and maltreatment.\nIdentify issues and effective prevention strategies for those impacted by abuse and neglect.\nEnhance understanding of trauma-informed care approaches and cultural perspective practices.\n\nRegister through IVAT\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-31st-san-diego-international-summit-on-violence-abuse-and-trauma-across-the-lifespan/
LOCATION:Hyatt La Jolla\, 3777 La Jolla Village Dr\, San Diego\, 92122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260625T200613Z
CREATED:20260625T200613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T200613Z
UID:10001624-1790251200-1790254800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC | Multidisciplinary Teams in Children's Advocacy Centers: A Model of How They Work
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs part of the New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics\, this live\, interactive webinar will explore how multidisciplinary teams operate within Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). \nRegister Through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-multidisciplinary-teams-in-childrens-advocacy-centers-a-model-of-how-they-work/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260625T200854Z
CREATED:20260625T200854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T200854Z
UID:10001478-1790251200-1790254800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC | Multidisciplinary Teams in Children's Advocacy Centers: A Model of How They Work
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs part of the New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics\, this live\, interactive webinar will explore how multidisciplinary teams operate within Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). \nRegister Through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-multidisciplinary-teams-in-childrens-advocacy-centers-a-model-of-how-they-work-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTSTAMP:20260324T155045Z
CREATED:20260304T211701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T155045Z
UID:10001516-1790553600-1790985599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP ChildFirst® National Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildFirst® is an intensive five-day course in which students learn the necessary skills to conduct a competent\, investigative interview of a child abuse victim using the ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol. \nChildFirst® is an interactive course which combines lectures with demonstrations and hands-on experience. ChildFirst® is a flexible model and takes a holistic approach and explores for all forms of maltreatment. Students will conduct a 30 minute interview with an actor/actress playing the role of an abused child and will be critiqued on their performance and take a written exam. \nChildFirst® is the ideal course for investigators\, child protection workers\, forensic interviewers\, and prosecutors working within a multidisciplinary team seeking to enhance their ability to speak to children. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-childfirst-national-forensic-interview-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTSTAMP:20260304T211856Z
CREATED:20260304T211856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211856Z
UID:10001517-1791158400-1791331199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Advanced Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\n\nThis course is for investigative professionals who work with children and families of abuse.\n\n\n\nAdvanced Forensic Interview Training \nThis training is designed to provide multiple opportunities for professionals to expand the scope of expertise surrounding their forensic interviewing practice. Topics have been selected based on requests from the field and will build upon the foundational knowledge and skills that learners have developed to this point. There are a limited number of online activities that need to be completed prior to the in-person CornerHouse training. These activities are intended to establish a shared foundation and allow learners to focus on the application of research- and practice-based knowledge and information during the in-person portion of the curriculum. All learners are requested to bring a forensic interview recording for review. \nLearners who complete CornerHouse’s Advanced Forensic Interview Training will: \n\nEngage in the process of peer review and consultation\, for the purpose of increasing skills and knowledge as well as increasing familiarity with the significance of the process.\nDevelop a solid foundation to effectively speak to the basics and the complexities of forensic interviewing\, particularly in a legal setting.\nEnhance their capacity to adjust\, address or negotiate the numerous challenges presented in a wide range of forensic interviews.\nIncrease interviewing skills and abilities in regard to target populations\, including adolescents\, children with unique needs and varying abilities and witnesses to crimes.\n\nHow is the training provided? \n\nThe 6 hours of online learning is required and will be available 3 weeks before the in-person training. This learning will be reviewed and discussed during training.\nIn-person learning takes place over two days in Roseville\, Minnesota\nClass size limited to 12 participants\, assuring a small\, personal learning environment\nActive and experiential in-person training utilizes interviews\, lectures\, discussion\, demonstration videos\, role-playing\, and guided reflection\n\nThis training is appropriate for forensic interviewers; investigators from child/adult protection\, tribal social services\, and law enforcement; prosecuting attorneys; and other multi-disciplinary team members who have conducted a minimum of 10 interviews (waived for Prosecutors) \n\n\nRegister through CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-advanced-forensic-interview-training-16/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTSTAMP:20260323T191000Z
CREATED:20260323T191000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191000Z
UID:10001521-1791244800-1791331199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children Who Witnessed Violence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTrauma can affect children mentally and physically\, even when they haven’t been physically hurt themselves. The session focuses on conducting interviews that consider the child’s emotional state and working closely with investigators for a thorough and compassionate approach. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers at any level who wish to increase their ability to obtain the most complete and accurate information from a child witness. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Saturday\, October 3\, 2026!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-who-witnessed-violence-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T113000
DTSTAMP:20260323T193119Z
CREATED:20260323T193119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193119Z
UID:10001533-1791280800-1791286200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Courtroom Advocacy for Non-Legal Advocates
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFor many families that experience child abuse\, pursuing legal action through the court system can be a step in their healing process. As community-based advocates\, ongoing advocacy may include guiding a family through the court system\, whether that involves criminal or civil court proceedings. This training helps participants gain skills and practical tools in how they can support families in the court process. We will also build knowledge on how the court system works and defines court terms that most laypersons may not understand without legal training. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-courtroom-advocacy-for-non-legal-advocates/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTSTAMP:20260518T194654Z
CREATED:20260518T194654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T194654Z
UID:10001609-1791331200-1791417599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2026 BCA Victim Services Summit
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThe 2026 BCA Victim Services Summit will address critical knowledge and practices for system-based victim service personnel. The summit is designed to strengthen the knowledge\, collaboration and capacity of professionals working within system-based victim services. Participants will engage in interactive workshops\, panel discussions and theoretical case studies led by experienced practitioners and national experts. Sessions will help attendees identify statewide and local resources in addition to guidance on how to respond to crime victim survivors and witnesses with a trauma-informed and victim-centered approach. Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned professional\, this summit offers practical tools\, innovative strategies and a unique opportunity to connect with peers committed to elevating system-based responses for victims of crime. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify best practices for trauma-informed and victim-centered approaches within system-based settings.\nRecognize barriers to victim engagement and apply strategies to reduce re-traumatization and increase access and knowledge of services.\nDevelop victim service partnerships across Minnesota\n\nRegister Through Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA)
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2026-bca-victim-services-summit/
LOCATION:Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension\, 1430 Maryland Ave E\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260324T181042Z
CREATED:20260324T181042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T181042Z
UID:10001545-1791460800-1791464400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC | Advocacy: Supporting Parents of Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis workshop will share strategies to help you model for parents what to say and actions to take in order to obtain needed programs\, benefits\, entitlements and services for their child with a disability. We will share possible barriers and strategies to hopefully help our families overcome those barriers so they can be the best possible advocates for their child and family.  The session will allow participants to share their own advocacy victories as well as get feedback pertaining to current difficulties they might be encountering while trying to advocate on behalf of parents.  It take more than a village these days\, it takes a universe of dedicated advocates to help our vulnerable families. \nRegister Through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-advocacy-supporting-parents-of-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20260324T161133Z
CREATED:20260324T161133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T161133Z
UID:10001539-1792022400-1792108799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | Advanced Forensic Interviewing Training: Dolls & Diagrams for Practice\, Investigation\, and Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis virtual training provides multidisciplinary team members an understanding of the research and proper use to assist with investigation and prosecution when forensic interviews include the use of interviewing aids of anatomical dolls and diagrams. \nWhile the practice of using anatomical dolls and diagrams is sometimes seen as contentious in the field of forensic interviewing\, research shows the appropriate use of dolls and diagrams within the guidance of a nationally recognized protocol can increase forensically relevant information and accuracy within the forensic interview. \nThis training will summarize relevant research on dolls and diagrams\, provide an overview of their purposeful and appropriate use in the forensic interview\, and address common defense challenges to the use of dolls and diagrams. This one-day advanced training includes practicum and scenario work for participants. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReview appropriate and purposeful practice regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.\nIncrease knowledge of the relevant and reflective research regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview. Students will gain a better understanding of the proper use through scenario practicum with dolls and diagrams.\nAddress misconceptions and defense challenges to the appropriate use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-advanced-forensic-interviewing-training-dolls-diagrams-for-practice-investigation-and-prosecution/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260324T165918Z
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001541-1792065600-1792069200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260313T191550Z
CREATED:20260313T191550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T191550Z
UID:10001519-1792368000-1792713599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviewing of Children Training
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. This 4-day\, 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. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Saturday\, September 19\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-20/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20260323T193000Z
CREATED:20260323T193000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193000Z
UID:10001532-1792368000-1792799999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential training components in the 2023 National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy and has been approved by the NCA. \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims. \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to put advocacy principles into action\, including: \n\nExamining advocacy principles through the lens of their organization\nChanging organizations and systems\, and\nCreating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.\n\nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem-solving\, and decision-making around the toughest issues in advocacy work. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260625T201915Z
CREATED:20260625T201915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T201915Z
UID:10001632-1792540800-1792713599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP 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. \nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-keeping-faith-2-day-basic-course-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Spirituality
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTSTAMP:20260324T162915Z
CREATED:20260313T192024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T162915Z
UID:10001520-1793059200-1793231999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC | Forensic Interviewing with High-Risk Youth: Identifying and Responding to Trafficking Concerns
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren identified as potential trafficking/exploitation victims present many challenges in the forensic interview. Challenges range from reluctance to disclose information to the disclosure of multiple victimizations by numerous offenders occurring in various locations. This training will equip interviewers with skills to effectively plan for and conduct the high-risk or trafficking interview. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies as well as the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Wednesday\, October 14\, 2026 \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-with-high-risk-youth-identifying-and-responding-to-trafficking-concerns-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260507T200558Z
CREATED:20260507T200558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T200558Z
UID:10001584-1793275200-1793278800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP | VINE and Haven: Understanding Minnesota's Two Victim Notification Systems
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nProviding notification to victims when an incarcerated person is released or has a change in custody status is an essential safety tool for crime victims. In Minnesota\, there are two statewide automated victim notification services: VINE for county jail and detention facilities and Haven for Minnesota Department of Corrections facilities. In this webinar\, the presenters will review the features of each system and the process to request notifications as well as highlight their differences. \nMinnesota VINE is administered by the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs\, and Haven is administered by the Minnesota Department of Corrections. \nRegister Through OJP\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-vine-and-haven-understanding-minnesotas-two-victim-notification-systems/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTSTAMP:20260323T191207Z
CREATED:20260323T191207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T191207Z
UID:10001522-1793577600-1794009599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\nThis course is for investigative professionals who are actively a part of an MDT who work with children and families of abuse.\n\n\n\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. This course is restricted to members who are actively a part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team. \nThis training is taking place in-person in Roseville\, MN. Each day training will take place from 8:00am-4:30pm Central Time. Friday will be a half day from 8:00am-12:30pm. A continental breakfast is offered each day as well as lunch on Monday and Thursday. \n\n\nRegister through CornerHouse
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-basic-forensic-interview-training-35/
LOCATION:CornerHouse Training Site\, 1711 West County Road B\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261104
DTSTAMP:20260324T162828Z
CREATED:20260323T191702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T162828Z
UID:10001525-1793664000-1793750399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC More Than One Interview: When\, Why\, and How
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic interviewers and multi-disciplinary partners recognize the shortcomings of strict adherence to a “one and done” interview approach. Research provides some clarification of reasons why a child may need more than one interview and limited recommendations for implementation\, leaving forensic interviewers and their investigative partners with little clarity about how to apply this information to day-to-day practice. This training will review supportive literature\, introduce a decision-making process for selecting appropriate cases\, and guidance for conducting follow-up forensic interviews. Recommendations for explaining and defending the multi-session approach are included. This training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-more-than-one-interview-when-why-and-how-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T203718Z
CREATED:20260625T203718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T203718Z
UID:10001636-1793869200-1793880000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Mind the Gap
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMind the Gap is an advanced training designed for advocates who have already completed a comprehensive 24-hour Advocacy Training. This course builds upon the foundational principles of victim advocacy outlined in the 2017 accreditation standards and prepares participants to meet the 2023 Victim Advocacy Standard for Accreditation established by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). The training has been officially approved by the NCA. \nOver the course of 3 hours\, participants will deepen their understanding of key topics\, including: \n\nVictim Rights and Compensation (pre-reading materials)\nCultural Responsiveness and Addressing Explicit Bias\nCaregiver Resilience\nDomestic Violence and Polyvictimization\nEffective Referral Methods\n\nThrough real-life case studies and group discussions\, participants will learn how to apply these concepts in practical scenarios. \nFor advocates who have not yet completed the foundational 24-hour training as specified by the NCA\, First Witness offers comprehensive 24-hour Training for Advocates Working with a CAC. \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-mind-the-gap-8/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260324T154638Z
CREATED:20260323T192746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T154638Z
UID:10001531-1794218400-1794223800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Reading the Room: The Importance of Understanding Body Language in Forensic Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this webinar\, participants will learn about the importance of being able to recognize body language cues in forensic interviews and to what extent they happen subconsciously. We will discuss how body language cues may be dependent on a child’s age\, culture\, and experiences. Paticipants will learn neutral interview statements that can be made when seeing certain body language cues with different age groups. Lastly\, we disscuss subconscious interviewer body language and the possible implications this body language could have on the child being interviewed. Throughout the training\, we will discuss case examples looking at prominent body language cues. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-reading-the-room-the-importance-of-understanding-body-language-in-forensic-interviews/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T153000
DTSTAMP:20260625T203600Z
CREATED:20260625T203600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T203600Z
UID:10001635-1794218400-1794238200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC 1st Annual Forensic Nursing Summit
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic Nurses Week honors the critical role forensic nurses play in caring for patients affected by violence\, abuse\, and trauma. APSAC’s First Annual Forensic Nursing Summit extends the celebration with a day of learning\, collaboration\, and practical strategies for pediatric forensic nursing professionals. \nRegister Through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-1st-annual-forensic-nursing-summit/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Medical,Online Webinar
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