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SUMMARY:Do They Have the Courage to Convict? Jury Selection in Child Sexual Abuse Case
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Zero Abuse Project this December for the End of Year Prosecutor Webinar Series\, brought to you by the Trauma-informed Prosecutor Project (TiPP)\, funded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). Our December Prosecutor Institute promises to be an insightful journey\, spanning three weeks and encompassing six crucial topics. To accommodate participants across different time zones\, each topic will be presented twice on its designated day. Be sure to register separately for each training session you wish to attend. \nNo matter how strong your case is\, prosecutors should never underestimate the importance of selecting a jury. Misconceptions and myths about child sexual abuse can prejudice jurors against your case\, affecting their ability to assess the facts. Some jurors\, no matter what they say in jury selection\, may simply never be able to convict an offender\, even if the evidence has proven the case beyond a reasonable doubt. In this presentation\, attendees will learn how to address public opinion and to plan a strategy for choosing jurors who can fairly evaluate evidence. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify public beliefs that prove problematic for jurors deciding a child sexual abuse case.\nDevelop an overall plan for jury selection based on the facts of your case.\nFormulate questions designed to elicit truthful feedback from prospective jurors.\n\nAbout Presenter\nKristina Korobov – Senior Attorney \nKristina Korobov is a Senior Attorney with Zero Abuse Project.  She joined the team in July of 2023.  She brings over 20 years of experience as a Prosecutor and Trainer in the areas of crimes against children and crimes of sexual and domestic violence against adults. \nMost recently\, Kristina served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana. There\, she was the Project Safe Childhood Coordinator\, prosecuting cases involving internet crimes against children and sex trafficking of minors.  These prosecutions included sextortion\, child solicitation\, and hands-on offenses\, as well as crimes involving trafficking in child sexual abuse material. She worked cases with the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and served as the co-chair for the state’s anti-trafficking task force (IPATH). \nRegister through Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/do-they-have-the-courage-to-convict-jury-selection-in-child-sexual-abuse-case-2/
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231005T164413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T164413Z
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SUMMARY:We're Just Going To Talk: Presenting Your Case in Opening Statements and Closing Arguments
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Zero Abuse Project this December for the End of Year Prosecutor Webinar Series\, brought to you by the Trauma-informed Prosecutor Project (TiPP)\, funded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). Our December Prosecutor Institute promises to be an insightful journey\, spanning three weeks and encompassing six crucial topics. To accommodate participants across different time zones\, each topic will be presented twice on its designated day. Be sure to register separately for each training session you wish to attend. \nIn this workshop\, students will explore the significance of employing effective strategies and themes for opening statements and closing arguments in child abuse cases. They will develop a persuasive theme for presenting their case and acquire specific arguments to convincingly demonstrate a child’s credibility. Additionally\, students will gain the skills to refute common defenses often encountered in child abuse cases. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDevelop a compelling theme for jury presentations.\nAcquire a versatile set of arguments applicable to various child abuse cases.\nMaster effective strategies to counter common defense arguments.\n\nAbout Presenter\nKathleen Nolan – Senior Attorney \nKathleen Nolan is a Senior Attorney with Zero Abuse Project. She joined the team in May of 2021.  She brings over 15 years of experience as a Prosecutor in the area of Child Protection. \nKathleen previously served as the Chief of the Children’s Justice Division in the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office in Madison County\, Illinois. She was appointed to that role in 2015 after joining the office in 2013. The Children’s Justice Division handled the charging and prosecution of all child victim cases in the county including physical abuse\, sexual assault and child deaths. Her role as Chief of the Division also involved mentoring and training the attorneys she supervised. She also created and presented specialized trainings for members of the Madison County Multi-Disciplinary Team including police\, forensic interviewers and Department of Children and Family Services workers. \nRegister through Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/were-just-going-to-talk-presenting-your-case-in-opening-statements-and-closing-arguments/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231018T165212Z
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SUMMARY:NCA Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Basic Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis will be an interactive and participatory virtual training experience with pre-work and action period assignments that build participants’ skills at implementing TF-CBT with children and families with fidelity and clinical competence. Clinicians will receive a training packet which will be mailed to them\, private online access to over 800 downloadable clinical resources for TF-CBT\, access to a private TF-CBT Clinical Discussion Forum with other participants and includes 12 group consultation calls. \nPlease Note: Training packets will be mailed on 11/14/23 to participants who have paid their registration in full and have provided their mailing address below. If we do not receive this information by 11/14\, you will be responsible for downloading and printing these materials for yourself from the handouts. \nPre-Training Assignments are due November 21\, 2023. It is important that participants complete all Pre-Training Assignments to maximize their learning during training\, which will focus on applying those concepts. The first of 12 group consultation calls will be held on Tuesday\, November 14 at 2 pm EST. Join using this link: https://zoom.us/j/4834429186 \nAttendees should have an active caseload appropriate for TF-CBT and be ready to apply the model. Supervisors are welcome to attend training; however\, if they are not carrying their own active TF-CBT cases\, they will not meet the criteria to seek national certification. \nAt the conclusion of this TF-CBT training\, participants will be able to:\n\nEvaluate which cases would benefit from TF-CBT and successfully engage families in treatment\nCreate session agendas and structure TF-CBT sessions to meet fidelity standards\nExplain how to integrate gradual exposure into every TF-CBT session\nSupport children and teens in developing skills that enhance coping and symptom reduction in the aftermath of trauma\nSupport caregivers in developing coping skills and parenting strategies for responding to children’s therapeutic needs in the aftermath of trauma\nApply and implement the PRACTICE components of TF-CBT with families impacted by trauma\n\nUpon completion of the virtual training\, participants will have most of the requirements for formal certification in TF-CBT (obtained through the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy National Therapist Certification Program). The Virtual Training and group calls count toward the requirements for national certification in TF-CBT. However\, a few additional guidelines for national certification must be met as established by the developers. (For more information\, please see www.tfcbt.org). \nTraining participants are required to have a web camera (i.e.\, on a laptop computer or cell phone) in order to participate in the TF-CBT 4-day training via web-platform. \nA 3-day initial training period \n\nThursday\, November 30\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\nFriday\, December 1\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:300 p.m. EST\nTuesday\, December 5\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\n\nA 1-day booster training \n\nTuesday\, March 26\, 2024: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\n\nRegister through NCA Engage\nThere is a cap of 50 attendees for this training. If registration is full\, this means that our capacity has been met. Please email leadershipconference@nca-online.org and we will add you to the waiting list. \nTo register for this training\, you will need an NCA Engage account. If you do not have one\, visit NCA Engage Getting Started page for step-by-step instructions to request an NCA Engage account. The account request form will include a field that asks for an Organizational ID number. The Organizational ID number will inform us that the person signing into NCA Engage is employed at or partnered with a member organization. Please email membership@nca-online.org if you need your Organizational ID. If you are not employed at or partnered with a member organization\, please enter MH23 as your Organizational ID for non-member access to NCA Engage. Non-member access will provide access to the training. 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-trauma-focused-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-tf-cbt-basic-learning-community/2023-12-01/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T103000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231005T162941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T163800Z
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SUMMARY:Do They Have the Courage to Convict? Jury Selection in Child Sexual Abuse Case
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin Zero Abuse Project this December for the End of Year Prosecutor Webinar Series\, brought to you by the Trauma-informed Prosecutor Project (TiPP)\, funded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). Our December Prosecutor Institute promises to be an insightful journey\, spanning three weeks and encompassing six crucial topics. To accommodate participants across different time zones\, each topic will be presented twice on its designated day. Be sure to register separately for each training session you wish to attend. \nNo matter how strong your case is\, prosecutors should never underestimate the importance of selecting a jury. Misconceptions and myths about child sexual abuse can prejudice jurors against your case\, affecting their ability to assess the facts. Some jurors\, no matter what they say in jury selection\, may simply never be able to convict an offender\, even if the evidence has proven the case beyond a reasonable doubt. In this presentation\, attendees will learn how to address public opinion and to plan a strategy for choosing jurors who can fairly evaluate evidence. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify public beliefs that prove problematic for jurors deciding a child sexual abuse case.\nDevelop an overall plan for jury selection based on the facts of your case.\nFormulate questions designed to elicit truthful feedback from prospective jurors.\n\nAbout Presenter\nKristina Korobov – Senior Attorney \nKristina Korobov is a Senior Attorney with Zero Abuse Project.  She joined the team in July of 2023.  She brings over 20 years of experience as a Prosecutor and Trainer in the areas of crimes against children and crimes of sexual and domestic violence against adults. \nMost recently\, Kristina served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana. There\, she was the Project Safe Childhood Coordinator\, prosecuting cases involving internet crimes against children and sex trafficking of minors.  These prosecutions included sextortion\, child solicitation\, and hands-on offenses\, as well as crimes involving trafficking in child sexual abuse material. She worked cases with the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and served as the co-chair for the state’s anti-trafficking task force (IPATH). \nRegister through Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/do-they-have-the-courage-to-convict-jury-selection-in-child-sexual-abuse-case/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170345Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Forensic Interviewing Training - Dolls & Diagrams for Practice\, Investigation\, and Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is hosting a virtual training that 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 Zero Abuse Project\nTraining Fee: $150 if paid by credit card\, $160 if paid by invoice \nYou will be notified of acceptance or waitlist status approximately 3 weeks before the training date.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/advanced-forensic-interviewing-training-dolls-diagrams-for-practice-investigation-and-prosecution/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231202
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231121T163159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T163159Z
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SUMMARY:NJCTC Interviewing Bilingual and Immigrant Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIdentify barriers to communication and examine tactics for engagement during a bilingual forensic interview. Learn how to engage the family by utilizing tactics or tools to overcome the barriers when you have a case with Spanish-speaking children or families. Gather new resources and learn the steps families can take to utilize support services. This training is best suited for community members\, community corrections officers\, court system personnel\, educators\, emergency management\, law enforcement and support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, tribes/tribal partners\, and victim service providers. \n\nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to:\n\nIdentify blocks to communication\nDemonstrate new tactics for engagement\nUtilize support services\n\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nA certificate of completion will be generated at the end of this training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/njctc-interviewing-bilingual-and-immigrant-children/2023-12-01/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Forensic Interview,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231018T165212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T165212Z
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SUMMARY:NCA Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Basic Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis will be an interactive and participatory virtual training experience with pre-work and action period assignments that build participants’ skills at implementing TF-CBT with children and families with fidelity and clinical competence. Clinicians will receive a training packet which will be mailed to them\, private online access to over 800 downloadable clinical resources for TF-CBT\, access to a private TF-CBT Clinical Discussion Forum with other participants and includes 12 group consultation calls. \nPlease Note: Training packets will be mailed on 11/14/23 to participants who have paid their registration in full and have provided their mailing address below. If we do not receive this information by 11/14\, you will be responsible for downloading and printing these materials for yourself from the handouts. \nPre-Training Assignments are due November 21\, 2023. It is important that participants complete all Pre-Training Assignments to maximize their learning during training\, which will focus on applying those concepts. The first of 12 group consultation calls will be held on Tuesday\, November 14 at 2 pm EST. Join using this link: https://zoom.us/j/4834429186 \nAttendees should have an active caseload appropriate for TF-CBT and be ready to apply the model. Supervisors are welcome to attend training; however\, if they are not carrying their own active TF-CBT cases\, they will not meet the criteria to seek national certification. \nAt the conclusion of this TF-CBT training\, participants will be able to:\n\nEvaluate which cases would benefit from TF-CBT and successfully engage families in treatment\nCreate session agendas and structure TF-CBT sessions to meet fidelity standards\nExplain how to integrate gradual exposure into every TF-CBT session\nSupport children and teens in developing skills that enhance coping and symptom reduction in the aftermath of trauma\nSupport caregivers in developing coping skills and parenting strategies for responding to children’s therapeutic needs in the aftermath of trauma\nApply and implement the PRACTICE components of TF-CBT with families impacted by trauma\n\nUpon completion of the virtual training\, participants will have most of the requirements for formal certification in TF-CBT (obtained through the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy National Therapist Certification Program). The Virtual Training and group calls count toward the requirements for national certification in TF-CBT. However\, a few additional guidelines for national certification must be met as established by the developers. (For more information\, please see www.tfcbt.org). \nTraining participants are required to have a web camera (i.e.\, on a laptop computer or cell phone) in order to participate in the TF-CBT 4-day training via web-platform. \nA 3-day initial training period \n\nThursday\, November 30\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\nFriday\, December 1\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:300 p.m. EST\nTuesday\, December 5\, 2023: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\n\nA 1-day booster training \n\nTuesday\, March 26\, 2024: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST\n\nRegister through NCA Engage\nThere is a cap of 50 attendees for this training. If registration is full\, this means that our capacity has been met. Please email leadershipconference@nca-online.org and we will add you to the waiting list. \nTo register for this training\, you will need an NCA Engage account. If you do not have one\, visit NCA Engage Getting Started page for step-by-step instructions to request an NCA Engage account. The account request form will include a field that asks for an Organizational ID number. The Organizational ID number will inform us that the person signing into NCA Engage is employed at or partnered with a member organization. Please email membership@nca-online.org if you need your Organizational ID. If you are not employed at or partnered with a member organization\, please enter MH23 as your Organizational ID for non-member access to NCA Engage. Non-member access will provide access to the training. 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-trauma-focused-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-tf-cbt-basic-learning-community/2023-11-30/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170506Z
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SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nAgenda\nThe training will be presented between 2 half-days: \n\nWednesday\, November 29\, 2023: 8:30am-12:30pm Central Time\nThursday\, November 30\, 2023: 8:30am-12:30pm Central Time\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training/2023-11-30/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230823T144631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T144631Z
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SUMMARY:APSAC Child Interviewing - Where Research Meets Practice (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic child interviewing topics are examined in this three part webinar series. The webinars are designed for new to experienced interviewers and will explore the free narrative\, interview rules and focused questions.​ \nPART 1 – What is the Name of your Cat – Exploring the Free Narrative (September 27)\nDescription: The free narrative step is a research based best practice in investigative interviews for obtaining the child or youth’s version of events in their own words. If you are curious about how the name of your cat is related to the free narrative\, this webinar will explore types of questions / prompts in the free narrative step and what the research tells us about interviewers’ ability to stay in the free narrative. Participants will learn the principles of the free narrative step\, how to effectively use open-ended questions / prompts and strategies to stay in the free narrative step. \nPART 2 – Why Follow the Rules – Exploring Interview Rules (October 25)\nDescription: Interview rules are a research based best practice for investigative interviews. Our society has many sets of rules\, and we don’t always follow them. This webinar will explore the research behind interview rules and how following the rules can benefit the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn about the most common interview rules and be provided with strategies for effective implementation of the interview rules. \nPART 3 – Fun in the Funnel – Exploring Focused Questions (November 29)\nDescription: The funnel is an analogy to understand the concept of beginning with broad questions and moving to more focused questions. The concept of broad to more focused questions is a best practice for gaining accurate information in the least leading manner. This webinar will explore how to gather information about events or topics. The fun in the funnel is learning how this concept can build structure in an investigative interview\, which is beneficial for the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn how to apply the funnel concept and strategies for building structure in an interview. \nAbout Presenter\nAndy Stuart is the Training Division Manager with The Forensic Practice in British Columbia\, Canada. Andy became a StepWise instructor in 2008\, under the direct supervision of Dr. John Yuille and Dr. Hugues Hervé. Since then\, he has trained hundreds of front-line staff in StepWise interviewing. As the Training Division Manager\, he mentors new trainers\, consults with interviewers in the field\, and contributes to new workshop development. In 2001\, his policing career began\, and after completing twenty years of service\, Andy held the rank of Staff Sergeant at the Saanich Police Department\, Victoria\, BC. He is the recipient of multiple police commendations\, including the Meritorious Service Medal from the Provincial Lt. Governor. He has also held positions as a sessional instructor at Camosun College and an online instructor at the University of Manitoba. Academically\, Andy holds a diploma in Criminal Justice\, a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology\, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration. \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: $150\nNon-member Registration: $175
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-interviewing-where-research-meets-practice-3-part-series/2023-11-29/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170506Z
UID:10000518-1701246600-1701261000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nAgenda\nThe training will be presented between 2 half-days: \n\nWednesday\, November 29\, 2023: 8:30am-12:30pm Central Time\nThursday\, November 30\, 2023: 8:30am-12:30pm Central Time\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training/2023-11-29/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231118
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170233Z
UID:10000516-1700208000-1700240400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components of the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy.  \nFirst Witness\, Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims.  \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to implement advocacy principles\, including conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems\, and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.  \nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem-solving\, and decision-making around the toughest issues in advocacy work.  \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-7/2023-11-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231003T175855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T175855Z
UID:10000527-1700137800-1700152200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Behaviorism: Shifting the Lens When Assessing and Supporting Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) will present a live webinar with Connie Persike\, MS\, CCC/SLP\, Speech Pathologist and Educational Consultant at Supportable Solutions. Many professionals are working tirelessly to shift the behavioral paradigm away from the traditional behavioral approach and toward what current relational and neuroscience research has taught us. When we know better\, we do better! Let’s use that information to redesign tools we frequently use in schools and community settings today – functional behavioral assessments and positive behavioral intervention plans. If you are struggling with these processes and if they do not align with your current philosophy and belief system\, then this workshop is for you! Participants will get a deep dive into how to make these common processes more trauma-sensitive\, neurodiversity-affirming\, and aligned with current research. The intended audience is for administrators\, occupational therapists\, speech pathologists\, educators\, clinicians\, community support members\, parents\, schools\, psychologists\, and social workers. \nThree Learning Objectives\n\nParticipants will describe what a functional behavioral assessment is and when it is needed.\nParticipants will describe the brief history of the functional behavioral assessment and positive behavioral intervention plan.\nParticipants will describe at least 5 shifts to align functional behavioral assessments and behavior support plans with current knowledge and research.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nConnie Persike is a highly experienced Speech Language Pathologist and Educational Consultant. As founder of Supportable Solutions\, she brings 20+ years of experience in educational settings to provide insight\, guidance\, coaching\, and support to school districts\, agencies\, and families across Wisconsin — and throughout the country. Connie holds a certificate in instructional coaching\, positive education\, and applied educational neuroscience. She created an innovative process to assess behavior\, which deviates from the traditional behaviorism approach and aligns with neuroscience while maintaining a trauma-sensitive and neurodiversity-affirming approach. Connie works from the guiding mission that Connection + Collaboration = Endless Possibilities. \nRegister via MACMH\nThis training is approved for three hours of clinical content and is anticipated to be approved for one hour of ethics and three hours of cultural competency content.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/beyond-behaviorism-shifting-the-lens-when-assessing-and-supporting-behaviors/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231003T175651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T175651Z
UID:10000526-1700038800-1700049600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Sensory Processing and Mental Health: A Trauma Informed Approach
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) presents a training opportunity with Jessica Villery\, OTS\, OTR/L\, Occupational Therapist at PrairieCare and Instructional Support Staff at University of Minnesota. This training is suited for juvenile/restorative justice professionals\, education professionals\, Health Care professionals\, and mental health professionals and will address working with children at six-years-old to adults. \nSensory Processing and Mental Health teaches participants the basics of sensory processing differences and how they impact daily functioning. These concepts will be related to various common mental health diagnoses\, life circumstances\, and impact on behavior. This presentation will promote an understanding of preventative strategies and optimize function for children with sensory processing differences and mental health challenges to create a positive and predictable environment. Participants increase their understanding of Winnie Dunn’s theory of sensory processing including eight sensory systems\, realistic interventions to promote improvement in daily functioning\, and the connection between sensory processing challenges and common mental health disorders. The information in this presentation aims to assist educators in reducing behavioral challenges rooted in sensory processing differences\, improving their ability to anticipate the needs of students before behaviors become disruptive to classroom functioning\, and build confidence in addressing sensory needs of all students. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand The Trauma-Informed Mindset and How it Relates to Sensory Processing\nExplore The 4 Sensory Processing Quadrants\nExplore The 8 Sensory Systems\nDiscover Realistic Interventions\nUnderstand Sensory Processing in Relation to Cognition\nUnderstand Sensory Processing in Relation to Common Mental Health\n\nAbout the Presenter\nJess is an occupational therapist who has worked in outpatient pediatrics\, school-based practice\, and currently in mental health\, partial hospitalization and academia. Her areas of specialty include sensory processing differences\, trauma informed care\, challenging behaviors\, mental health\, neurodivergence\, and program development. She is currently the occupational therapist at PrairieCare Mankato and provides instructional support for professional development and program development courses in the occupational therapy department at University of Minnesota on the Twin Cities and Rochester campuses. In her free time\, she enjoys crafting (quilting\, stained glass\, and crocheting)\, gardening\, spending time with her husband and pets\, and spending time with friends. \nRegister through MACMH\nThis training is approved for 2.5 hours of clinical content and is anticipated to be approved for 0.5 hours of cultural competency content.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/sensory-processing-and-mental-health-a-trauma-informed-approach/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231116
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170233Z
UID:10000515-1700035200-1700067600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components of the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy.  \nFirst Witness\, Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims.  \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to implement advocacy principles\, including conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems\, and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.  \nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem-solving\, and decision-making around the toughest issues in advocacy work.  \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-7/2023-11-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231117
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230928T175947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T175947Z
UID:10000529-1699920000-1700179199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC More Than One Interview: When\, Why\, and How
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe forensic interview (FI) of a child is an essential component of any investigation\, with an emphasis given to providing a timely initial response and the provision of information and support throughout the process. Attention has historically been paid to minimizing the number of times a child is questioned\, especially avoiding duplicative interviews. \nForensic interviewers\, as well as law enforcement and child protection investigators\, recognize the shortcomings of a “one and done” approach in interviewing a subset of children. Reasons might be child-specific (shyness in a new situation\, communication challenges\, fatigue\, reluctance to talk about difficult topics) or case-related (multiple episodes of abuse or multiple forms of victimization\, etc.). Research is informative regarding the cases most appropriate for more than one interview session and gives guidance on how to proceed. We will explore a decision-making process for selecting appropriate cases\, case planning\, and adaptations. \nThis training is most helpful for interviewers who have developed basic forensic interviewing skills and are comfortable conducting single-session forensic interviews of child witnesses. Completion of nationally recognized forensic interviewer training and experience conducting at least 50 forensic interviews is required. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by October 13\, 2023 \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-more-than-one-interview-when-why-and-how/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170233Z
UID:10000514-1699833600-1699919999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components of the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy.  \nFirst Witness\, Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims.  \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to implement advocacy principles\, including conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems\, and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.  \nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem-solving\, and decision-making around the toughest issues in advocacy work.  \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-7/2023-11-13/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231003T175613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T175613Z
UID:10000525-1699533000-1699540200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: Facts\, Strategies\, and Personal Insights from Youth with Lived Experience
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) presents a training opportunity with Kendra Gludt\, MPH\, Director of National Programs at Proof Alliance\, and Marissa Lang\, a Senior Program Manager at Proof Alliance and a Proof Alliance Youth Panel member. This training is suited for every profession to join and will address working with early childhood to young adults. \nThis presentation will present information on fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD)\, address common misunderstandings\, and offer practical strategies. Learn how prenatal alcohol exposure impacts brain development and how to use this information to improve outcomes for individuals with FASD. Youth with FASD will also share their personal stories and advice based on their experiences. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand how prenatal alcohol exposure impacts brain development.\nAcquire strategies to help individuals with FASD.\nLearn approaches from FASD self-advocates with lived experience.\n\nAbout the Presenters\nKendra Gludt\, MPH\, is the Director of National Programs at Proof Alliance\, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) and supporting all those impacted. In the 16 years that she has worked at Proof Alliance\, Kendra has worked with many partnering agencies including clinics\, treatment centers\, county systems\, and social service agencies\, helping them change their practices to recognize and respond to FASD. Kendra is currently on the faculty of the SAFEST Choice Learning Collaborative\, a HRSA-funded program that aims to reduce prenatal alcohol exposure and improve outcomes for children with FASD. \nMarissa Lang has over 20 years working in the field of FASD. She began her career screening adjudicated youth for FASD through a federal grant project at Hennepin County Juvenile Corrections in Minnesota\, followed by 18 years at Proof Alliance. In her role as Senior Program Manager at Proof Alliance\, she is responsible for the development and implementation of programming for individuals with an FASD\, and their families. She is also involved in the public policy work at Proof Alliance to help create long-term systemic change. Marissa is passionate about empowering youth using a strength-based approach and providing families critical skills to support loved ones with an FASD. \nRegister through MACMH\nThere are two CEHs available for this training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/understanding-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-facts-strategies-and-personal-insights-from-youth-with-lived-experience/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231104
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231018T155535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T155535Z
UID:10000561-1698883200-1699055999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA Evidence-Based Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Children’s Alliance is pleased to offer CACs and their linkage agreement mental health providers training in Evidence-Based Assessments (EBA). Providing this training to clinicians across the country is part of NCA’s strategic plan to help children thrive by improving access to mental health services. This training is delivered using a learning collaborative model and includes didactic instruction\, practice\, consultation calls and quizzes. NCA’s Mental Health Accreditation Standard requires that evidence-supported\, trauma-focused mental health services are consistently available to child clients through trauma-specific assessment that includes: \n\nAssessment for traumatic events and abuse-related trauma symptoms\nStandardized measures to inform treatment\, periodically assess progress and outcomes\nResults are used to inform the treatment plan\nDepending on results of the assessment\, a referral for evidence-based trauma treatment\n\nAbout the Project\nThe focus of the project is to train mental health clinicians in the use of standardized assessments to inform the delivery of mental health services to abused and/or traumatized children. Clinicians participating in the project will receive training and consultation assistance on the use of: \n\nTrauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC)\nTrauma Symptom Checklist for Young Children (TSCYC)\nChild Sexual Behavior Inventory (CSBI)\nChild and Adolescent Trauma Screen (CATS)\n\nRegister through NCA Engage\nPlease Note\nThere is a training/teaching phase followed by a consultation phase focusing on administering assessments to actual clients completed by learners. Both are required since this is a skill development project\, and skills are not acquired well via lecture only. \nThis training will take place November 2-3\, 11:00am-4:30pm EDT. \nFor any questions\, or to be added to the waiting list\, please reach out to Jami Bolton\, jbolton@nca-online.org
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-evidence-based-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T143000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T171019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T171019Z
UID:10000523-1698409800-1698417000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Using the FRAME: A Pre-Diagnostic Lens to Help Us Better Understand Our Clients Experience
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is presenting a training with Carol F. Siegel\, PhD\, LP\, a clinical psychologist. This training is best suited for mental health professionals (psychologists\, psychiatrist\, counselors\, therapists)\, social services professionals\, and students and will address working with adults\, but can be applied to working with children. \nIn the mental health field\, we are trained to think diagnostically\, inquire about symptoms\, listen carefully\, and find a diagnosis that accurately captures our client’s difficulties. This presentation will introduce a different starting point with clients\, a way to uncover factors that may be contributing to symptoms but are not necessarily indicative of mental illness. By using the FRAME\, clinicians and clients can identify these factors together\, consider their impact\, and pinpoint changes that can be made.  In this presentation\, the FRAME will be explained\, and participants will have the opportunity to observe its application as well as practice using it themselves. \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\nAbout the Presenter\nCarol F. Siegel\, PhD\, LP is a licensed clinical psychologist in Minneapolis\, MN and faculty member in the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Master’s Program at the University of Minnesota. She sees parents and children in her private practice. Her primary clinical focus is parent psychotherapy and issues encountered by parents with complex histories\, including depression\, stress\, adoption\, foster care\, trauma\, abuse or neglect. She is a frequent presenter on issues related to infant mental health and parenting\, such as attachment\, stress and trauma\, and reflective consultation. \nRegister through MACMH\nThis webinar is approved for two hours of clinical content.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/using-the-frame-a-pre-diagnostic-lens-to-help-us-better-understand-our-clients-experience/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231018T154811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T154811Z
UID:10000560-1698310800-1698336000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAtrak Reports
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Children’s Alliance is providing a training opportunity that is a specialized intensive one-day virtual workshop designed to provide focused training for NCAtrak users who desire more knowledge and confidence in their use of NCAtrak custom reporting. \nTopics Covered in this Training\nPurpose of a Database \n\nWhat data does your CAC need to collect?\nWhy does your CAC need to collect data?\nMDT roles and data needed\n\nLearning How Report Features Function in NCAtrak \n\nReview of the dashboard\nCase reports\nManagement reports\nSetup\nSchedule reports\nNCA statistic reports – what data is used and how to figure out what is wrong when numbers are different than expected\n\nOverview of Custom Reports \n\nReview custom reporting functionality\nSearch for reports\nUsing custom reports for case reports\nMDT agendas and case management reports\nReport vs. query\nHow to copy a report or query to add to other CAC reports or queries\nDeleting reports and queries\n\nWhat Types of Reports Do You Need? \nWhile there are many reporting requirements for programs\, there are often similarities in the information collected for seemingly unrelated reports. This part of the agenda will focus on identifying the types of reports each participant wants to learn to create during this training. We will look at the commonalities of discussed reports and learn how NCAtrak features manage these universal needs. \nCreating a Custom Report \n\nCreating CAC management reports and queries from scratch\nSharing and printing custom reports\nCreating simple and complex queries to generate a report\n\nPivot Tables \n\nCreate and use pivot tables to analyze and summarize data\n\nSpace is limited so make sure to reserve your spot today! The cost for this training is only $299 per person. This registration fee includes an NCAtrak training manual\, documentation and supporting materials in electronic form. This training takes place on October 26\, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time. \nRegister through NCA
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncatrak-reports/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170844Z
UID:10000522-1698237000-1698247800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Bullying through Social Emotional Learning and Restorative Relationship Driven Practices
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is presenting a training opportunity with Deborah Cavitt\, MS\, Project Director at MACMH. This training is a great opportunity for educators\, parents/caregivers\, and other professionals working directly with children and youth (early childhood to young adulthood). \nBeing bullied significantly harms a child’s ability to flourish both in school and in the community. This presentation examines the devastating harm impacting young people who are bullied\, and offers prevention and intervention strategies to minimize bullying in schools and the community.  Feeling safe and supported in school is essential to a child’s social\, emotional\, behavioral and academic development. Bullying threatens a student’s civil rights and is often a form of discrimination based on multiple factors such as race\, national origin\, disabilities\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, family income\, and more. Schools should use an upstream approach to prevent and reduce the incidences of bullying and have a plan in place to address bullying. Prevention practices should include weaving social emotional learning into the curriculum.  Bullying interventions must include positive behavioral expectations and restorative justice based on inclusion and respect. \nLearning Objectives\n\nTo understand the nature of bullying\, its effects on children’s mental health\, and how to prevent bullying.\nTo incorporate social emotional learning to create safe and caring school environments.\nTo actively teach kindness\, emotion regulation\, and collaborative problem solving.\nTo create a school wide plan to eliminate exclusion and build positive social networks within schools.\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDeborah Cavitt is an advocate\, trainer\, and project director for Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH). Cavitt gives presentations and works on projects with schools\, children\, youth\, parents and professionals to increase understanding and reduce the stigma related to mental health disorders. As a parent coach and advocate\, she helps families navigate systems on their journey of raising a child with mental health challenges. Deborah has a master’s degree in human services with specializations in mental health and substance use counseling and a bachelor’s degree in education. Before joining MACMH\, she worked as a prevention specialist and grant coordinator for a substance abuse treatment agency in Iowa City. Preceding her mental health and substance use prevention work\, she was a teacher for over twenty years\, working on the White Earth Indian Reservation in Northern Minnesota. \nRegister through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/addressing-bullying-through-social-emotional-learning-and-restorative-relationship-driven-practices/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231025T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230823T144631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T144631Z
UID:10000500-1698235200-1698240600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Child Interviewing - Where Research Meets Practice (3-Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic child interviewing topics are examined in this three part webinar series. The webinars are designed for new to experienced interviewers and will explore the free narrative\, interview rules and focused questions.​ \nPART 1 – What is the Name of your Cat – Exploring the Free Narrative (September 27)\nDescription: The free narrative step is a research based best practice in investigative interviews for obtaining the child or youth’s version of events in their own words. If you are curious about how the name of your cat is related to the free narrative\, this webinar will explore types of questions / prompts in the free narrative step and what the research tells us about interviewers’ ability to stay in the free narrative. Participants will learn the principles of the free narrative step\, how to effectively use open-ended questions / prompts and strategies to stay in the free narrative step. \nPART 2 – Why Follow the Rules – Exploring Interview Rules (October 25)\nDescription: Interview rules are a research based best practice for investigative interviews. Our society has many sets of rules\, and we don’t always follow them. This webinar will explore the research behind interview rules and how following the rules can benefit the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn about the most common interview rules and be provided with strategies for effective implementation of the interview rules. \nPART 3 – Fun in the Funnel – Exploring Focused Questions (November 29)\nDescription: The funnel is an analogy to understand the concept of beginning with broad questions and moving to more focused questions. The concept of broad to more focused questions is a best practice for gaining accurate information in the least leading manner. This webinar will explore how to gather information about events or topics. The fun in the funnel is learning how this concept can build structure in an investigative interview\, which is beneficial for the interviewee and the interviewer. Participants will learn how to apply the funnel concept and strategies for building structure in an interview. \nAbout Presenter\nAndy Stuart is the Training Division Manager with The Forensic Practice in British Columbia\, Canada. Andy became a StepWise instructor in 2008\, under the direct supervision of Dr. John Yuille and Dr. Hugues Hervé. Since then\, he has trained hundreds of front-line staff in StepWise interviewing. As the Training Division Manager\, he mentors new trainers\, consults with interviewers in the field\, and contributes to new workshop development. In 2001\, his policing career began\, and after completing twenty years of service\, Andy held the rank of Staff Sergeant at the Saanich Police Department\, Victoria\, BC. He is the recipient of multiple police commendations\, including the Meritorious Service Medal from the Provincial Lt. Governor. He has also held positions as a sessional instructor at Camosun College and an online instructor at the University of Manitoba. Academically\, Andy holds a diploma in Criminal Justice\, a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology\, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration. \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: $150\nNon-member Registration: $175
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-interviewing-where-research-meets-practice-3-part-series/2023-10-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230830T171440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T152151Z
UID:10000502-1698192000-1698451199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe and Strong Child Train the Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNew in 2023  – First Witness is pleased to offer Safe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter to CACs and other organizations interested in implementing a child abuse prevention education program in their communities. \nThis training will prepare presenters to share Safe and Strong Child© sessions with students\, caregivers\, and teachers and bring the curriculum to their local community; each person planning on presenting the information needs to take this Train the Presenter course. This course is not a train the trainer course\, and does not prepare you to train other presenters at your organization. \nSafe and Strong Child© (SSC©) body safety curriculum is aligned with evidence-informed best practices for child sexual abuse prevention. SSC© consists of developmentally appropriate classroom lessons that are taught interactively through stories\, role play\, and song in a non-threatening environment. Portions of the curriculum also provide support and education to teachers and caregivers who can help to keep kids safe. \nAll participants will receive electronic copies of SSC© curriculum materials\, classroom presentation aids\, and coordination paperwork. For organizations who want to jumpstart their SSC program\, there is a physical Safe and Strong Child© Kit available in the course registration as an add-on to the training. \nRegister through First Witness!
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-and-string-child-train-the-presenter/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230830T195812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T195812Z
UID:10000507-1698192000-1698364799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Verbal De-Escalation and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals as Community Corrections Officer\, Court System Personnel\, Educators\, Law Enforcement\, Law Enforcement Support\, Social Workers\, Tribes/Tribal Partners\, and Victim Service Providers with John Wallschlaegar. \nAvoid potential conflict both professionally and personally by learning to organize your thinking and respond calmly. Consider the approaches you can take to prevent and respond to verbal conflict. This course will explore the communication process\, conflict prevention\, and help you understand why conflicts occur. Instruction will also cover certain circumstances in which verbal de-escalation techniques may not be appropriate\, and provide techniques to resolve such conflicts. Join us to learn how de-escalation techniques and communication skills can potentially defuse tense situations and lead to more successful outcomes. This training does not cover physical intervention techniques. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to:\n\nLeverage verbal and non-verbal approaches to improve service outcomes\nConsider and apply techniques when facing those who are emotionally charged or suffering from some form of crisis\nDemonstrate active listening skills\, to best communicate and empathize with those in conflict\n\nAbout Trainer\nJohn Wallschlaeger – Sergeant\, Appleton Police Department (Retired) \nJohn Wallschlaeger started his career in law enforcement with the Hartland Police Department in 1994. John joined the Appleton Police Department in 2002 and achieved the rank of Sergeant in May 2009. In 2004\, John became Wisconsin’s first “Memphis Model” based CIT officer after attending the 40-hour course offered at the Akron Ohio Police Department. John sees CIT as the best model of training on crisis response available to law enforcement and has helped develop it\, in conjunction with NAMI Fox Valley\, not only at the Appleton Police Department but throughout Wisconsin. That effort resulted in John earning the “CIT International CIT Officer of the Year Award” in 2010. John was also awarded in 2010 the “Protect & Serve Award” from NAMI WI. John recognizes that through CIT\, community collaboration between the law enforcement and mental health communities is enhanced\, bettering the lives of persons and families living with mental illness \nRegister through  NCJTC\nRegister by October 24\, 2023. \nThe registration fee includes 8 hours of training\, program materials\, and instructional costs. \nPlease note: This is a paid training program. The training program viewing is limited to only the paid registrant. Any recording of the program\, sharing of the presentation or presentation link for live or recorded viewing\, dissemination of course materials\, or other use of the training event is strictly prohibited. Only the paid registrant for this course will receive a certificate of attendance/program completion.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/verbal-de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-2/
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:20231023T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231018T153802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T153802Z
UID:10000559-1698067800-1698073200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA CFTSI Informational Call
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInterested in adding Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) to your CAC’s menu of mental health services?  NCA is offering a virtual CFTSI training for clinicians January 10-12\, 2024. Senior CAC leaders and clinicians are encouraged to attend this call to learn about CFTSI\, how it is delivered and the evidence-base that has shown that 73% of children are less likely to meet partial or full criteria for PTSD after CFTSI.  CFTSI is delivered in 5-8 sessions soon after the forensic interview and has been shown to help CACs shorten client length of stay\, reduce waiting lists\, and allow CACs to serve more children. \nRegister through NCA Engage
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-cftsi-informational-call/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231020T195633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T195633Z
UID:10000566-1698062400-1698069600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC's 2023 Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe forensic interview is a critical tool for gathering information in child maltreatment cases.  This specialized and evolving skill requires on-going training and peer review. Child forensic interviews can be used in cases where a child may have been abused\, exploited\, neglected\, psychologically maltreated\, or witnessed a crime. It is investigative in nature and used to gather potential evidence about what a child may have experienced or witnessed as part of a larger investigation. The workshop will review what’s new and different in the 2023 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children. While many forensic interviews involve children who have previously disclosed\, the recommendations contained in this workshop can be utilized in exploratory (e.g. at-risk\, precautionary\, screening) situations where there has not been previous disclosure. The guidelines presented are transferable in other contexts such as interviewing vulnerable adults. These interviews are evidence\, and as such\, the interview can be utilized in criminal child abuse proceedings\, civil child protection proceedings\, domestic proceedings\, and criminal activity witnessed by children. Information from the interviews may help identify other victims\, assist professionals responsible for assessing risk and safety needs of children and families\, and facilitate case management decisions. \nThe recently updated 2012 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing (2023) will be discussed to help participants to differentiate between current evidenced-based interview components and past practices. Updates and changes in practice will be highlighted and explained. The APSAC guidelines are aspirational and intended to encourage the highest level of interview proficiency and to offer direction for training child forensic interviewers. Participants will be able to recognize the necessary attributes of an interviewer\, interview training\, context and components of a trauma-informed child forensic interview. The purpose of a forensic interview is to elicit as much reliable information as possible from the child to inform the investigation and case planning. This workshop will guide Interviewers in the attempt to collect facts in a neutral\, supportive\, and objective manner consistent with the best interests of the child. \nThe goal is to provide a trauma-informed opportunity for a child to talk about their experiences while minimizing negative impact. At the core\, forensic interviews are non-leading\, non-suggestive\, non-blaming and non-shaming. Beyond understanding the importance of conducting developmentally\, culturally sensitive interviews\, establishing rapport\, and learning idiosyncratic differences in children’s use of language\, participants will gain an understanding of the evolution of forensic interview practice. Participants will also learn how barriers created by cultural differences can interfere with the ability to gain important information and often lead to misunderstandings and misinformed decision-making.  This workshop is only a brief overview to the updated 2023 APSAC Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children. Those wanting more detailed training are encouraged to apply to the APSAC Forensic Interviewing Clinic. \nThe new guidelines can be viewed here \nRegister through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsacs-2023-practice-guidelines-on-forensic-interviewing-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230830T182402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T182402Z
UID:10000477-1697634000-1697637600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Positive Discipline in Everyday parenting
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training event on Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting with Dr. Joan Durrant. \nIn order to prevent physical punishment\, we need to: 1) increase parents’ knowledge of child development; 2) help them manage their emotions; and 3) shift their lens from control to mentorship.  Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting (PDEP)\, a 9-week not-for-profit program\, addresses each of these key factors.  Parents learn how children’s emotions and brains develop from infancy through adolescence; recognize their stress response and learn techniques to manage it; and acquire skills in scaffolding children’s learning while keeping them physically and emotionally safe.  Through interactive activities\, parents come to understand behavior from the child’s perspective so that they can effectively support children’s learning\, rather than punishing their mistakes. \nAbout Trainer\nA Developmental Psychologist\, Dr. Joan Durrant has recently retired from a 33-year academic career at the University of Manitoba.  She now focuses her time on the non-profit she founded to coordinate implementation of Positive Discipline in Everyday Parenting (PDEP) across Canada and in many other countries\, including Korea\, Mongolia\, and the United Arab Emirates.  Joan has dedicated her professional life to understanding why parents strike their children as punishment and how we can prevent it.  She created PDEP to address the psychological factors and cultural beliefs that underlie this ‘everyday violence’ against children. In addition to publishing several books\, Joan has published many academic articles on corporal punishment and has delivered addresses\, workshops and trainings to governments and organizations around the world. \nRegister through APSAC\nAPSAC Members and The New York Foundling Staff General Admission: Free\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology): $25.00\n1 CE Credit (Social Work & Psychology) for APSAC Members and New York Foundling Staff: $15.00 \n*If you are in New York and would like social work\, mental health or psychology CE credits please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org \nAPSAC Members: You will receive your discount automatically when registering.\nThe New York Foundling Staff: Please email FontanaCenter@nyfoundling.org to request your entry code.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/positive-discipline-in-everyday-parenting/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230927T170152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T170152Z
UID:10000510-1697540400-1697545800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forums
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWestern Regional Children’s Advocacy Center WRCAC is pleased to begin hosting virtual Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forums. Each forum starts in a large-group format with an introduction to the topic. Participants are placed in Zoom breakout rooms of five to six to allow for small group discussions and resource sharing and support. Participants are encouraged to share work experiences and challenges in small groups and solicit feedback from peers. At the end\, participants are brought back together in one large group for a Q&A with the experts. \nTargeted Audience\nSupport and partnerships between victim advocates and mental health staff can be critical elements in serving children and families seen at children’s advocacy centers (CAC). Victim advocates and mental health clinicians are encouraged to attend as a team to provide the best opportunity for joint learning and rich discussion in sharing best practices in the partnership role. \nThis forum is intended to support and inform those relationships with presentations and discussions on topics that impact both disciplines and help us to understand: \n\nHow is the work similar?\nHow is it different?\nWhere do things intersect to provide the highest quality and most efficient client care?\n\nParticipation is open to eligible clinicians throughout the US. \nFacilitators\n\nAmelia Siders\, PhD\, State Chapter Liaison\, Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\nSalli Kerr\, Training Specialist\, Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center\n\nLearning Objectives\nAs a result of this forum\, participants will: \n\nReceive informal peer consultation around issues of importance\nHave the opportunity to share best practices with other advocates and clinicians and develop ways to be supportive of one another in their work\nGain resources and ideas from presenters\, clinicians\, and advocates to support their work with children and families\n\nSchedule\nThe Victim Advocate and Mental Health Partnerships Peer Consultation Forms are scheduled as follows: \n\nOctober 17\, 2023 | 9:00am to 10:30am PT – Confidentiality Best Practices\nJanuary 16\, 2024 | 12:00pm to 1:30pm PT – Screening and Assessment\nApril 23\, 2024 | 9:00am to 10:30am PT – Topic TBD\nJuly 16\, 2024 | 12:00pm to 1:30pm PT – Topic TBD\n\n*Please note times vary to accommodate participants from across multiple time zones. \nRegister through WRCAC\nIf you have questions regarding this event\, contact Kelsey Roberts at kroberts2@rchsd.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/victim-advocate-and-mental-health-partnerships-peer-consultation-forums/2023-10-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20231004T200100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T200100Z
UID:10000534-1696406400-1696438800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Mind the Gap: 2023 NCA Advocacy Standards Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\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). This training has been approved by the NCA. \nDuring the 3-hour 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 practice action through hands-on activities\, real-life examples\, and discussion. \nFirst 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. \n  \nRegister through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-mind-the-gap-2023-nca-advocacy-standards-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTSTAMP:20260415T235824
CREATED:20230830T201411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T201411Z
UID:10000508-1696377600-1696550399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA 2023 Seamless: Weaving a Comprehensive CAC Mental Health Response to Special Population
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin your mental health colleagues practicing in CACs from across the country for this exciting two-day training opportunity that will have sessions focused on specialized topics – ethics in cases of child maltreatment\, mental health services for youth with problematic sexual behaviors\, and guidance for mental health providers navigating criminal court.  We are also pleased to offer a session on Mass Casualty Events/Disaster Response by Carrie Epstein\, LCSW and Steve Marans\, PhD\, Co-Directors\, Yale Center for Traumatic Stress and Recovery.  Jessica Wozniak\, PsyD\, will be providing insight into engaging caregivers in trauma therapy. NCA is seeking to offer continuing education credits for licensed mental health professionals. Please check back here for updates soon. Seamless will meet the 2023 Mental Health Standard’s biannual requirement for eight hours of continuing education for mental health providers per Essential Component B of that Standard. Get a jump on your agency’s Accreditation process at Seamless!  \nIf you have any questions regarding registration please feel free to reach out to Rachael Novick at Rnovick@nca-online.org \nRegister through NCA
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-2023-seamless-weaving-a-comprehensive-cac-mental-health-response-to-special-population/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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