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SUMMARY:NCA Perceptions & Practices of CACs and their Community Partners in Serving Children & Adolescents with PSB
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nKate Theimer\, PhD\, Erin Taylor\, PhD\, and Jane Silovsky\, PhD\, will present the results of a national NCA survey of CACs regarding children and adolescents with problematic sexual behavior.  Please join us to learn more about this joint collaboration between NCA and the University of Oklahoma’s Health Sciences Center.  Originally done in 2019\, the survey and its subsequent updates have helped direct NCA’s approach to providing guidance and support to CACs addressing the needs of this underserved population.  Current policies\, barriers to policies and practices\, and recommendations regarding these will be addressed.  Current activities of the NCA Workgroup on Policies and Procedures will be shared. \nRegister through NCA\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-perceptions-practices-of-cacs-and-their-community-partners-in-serving-children-adolescents-with-psb/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
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SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-09-01/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230822T214029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T214029Z
UID:10000498-1693400400-1693404000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC The Legal System Response to Child Maltreatment
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLegal actions are perhaps the most powerful responses to child maltreatment. Criminal and child protection investigation and forensic interviewing can provide the evidence needed to support a child victim’s disclosure. Prosecution of child maltreatment can hold perpetrators accountable. Juvenile and family court actions can provide for children’s safety and oversee their care in state custody and journey to a permanent home. This commentary introduces readers to a special issue of the journal Child Maltreatment that focuses on the legal system response to child abuse and neglect. We provide an overview of the issue’s 11 research articles and additional commentary piece. These works provide crucial new knowledge on gaining information from child victims involved in the legal system\, on the law enforcement and prosecution response to child maltreatment\, and on the legal framework supporting child protection. \nRegister through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-the-legal-system-response-to-child-maltreatment/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230801T134830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T134830Z
UID:10000488-1693353600-1693439999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Child Abuse: From Suspicion to Disclosure
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLearn the best approach with children who are alleged victims of child abuse in the initial phases of a case\, after a concern has been identified. Develop the basic skills and techniques necessary to engage a child in such a way as to minimize suggestibility but still provide support\, beyond what is taught in a First Responder Training. Review best practices in identification of a concern and learn to engage these children in a way that maximizes positive case outcomes and minimizes potential behaviors that can hurt cases. \nTraining Schedule\n10:00 am – 5:00 pm Eastern Time \nUpon completion of this introductory training\, you will be able to:\n\nIdentify examples of suggestibility and the impact is has on cases.\nLearn and/or improve foundational skills of engagement with potential child abuse victims to maximize positive outcomes of future cases.\nDevelop a plan of action to help you identify situations and strategize interactions that minimize suggestibility and maximize positive outcomes for children.\n\nIs This Training For You?\n\nLaw Enforcement\nProsecutors\nSocial Workers\nTribes/Tribal Partners\nVictim Service Providers\n\nRegister through NCJTC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/child-abuse-from-suspicion-to-disclosure/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,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:20230828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
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SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-08-28/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230828T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230830T171417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T171417Z
UID:10000503-1693209600-1693242000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project Keeping Faith 2-Day Basic Course
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis course empowers faith communities to recognize and respond to cases of sexual abuse\, physical abuse\, emotional abuse\, and neglect. Included are discussions detailing the impact of child abuse on a victim’s sense of spirituality and offering concrete suggestions for working with medical and mental health professionals to assist a child in coping with maltreatment. The course also discusses ideal child protection policies for a faith-based institution\, including handling a situation in which a convicted sex offender seeks to join a congregation. A review of various child abuse case scenarios and a discussion on appropriate and inappropriate responses allows for real-life problem-solving and feedback. \n*This training will be conducted virtually* \nWhy is this training important for every faith community? \n\n93% of sex offenders describe themselves as being ‘religious’\n\n\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. \nPresented by: \n\nVictor Vieth\, Chief Program Officer\, Education and Research\, Zero Abuse Project\nAlison Feigh\, Director\, Jacob Wetterling Resource Center\nPete Singer\, Executive Director\, G.R.A.C.E.; Founding Director\, Care in Action\, Minnesota\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project!\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nTo pay for your registration by credit card\, please select the first ticket option ( “Credit Card payment”)\, and then use the pay option “PayPal” – you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to pay with a Credit Card. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. If you need an invoice to issue payment\, please select the 2nd ticket option (“Pay via an Invoice”). \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n***Group Discount: Buy 4 registrations get the 5th registration free. When selecting this option for purchase\, the cost of 5 tickets is set to equal the cost of four full registrations and one free registration. Must purchase all registrations at the same time. Group registrations are not eligible for cancellation or refund (substitutions for registered participants may be made at any time).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-keeping-faith-2-day-basic-course-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Spirituality,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
UID:10000483-1692954000-1692988200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-08-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230803T195156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T195156Z
UID:10000495-1692871200-1692900000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Responding to Sextortion Related Offenses Against Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in law enforcement\, prosecution\, and related court officials with Detective Edward Merritt. \nSextortion using technology is an increasing trend seen by law enforcement. Sextortion refers to the crime where someone employs an abuse of power\, usually a threat to expose explicit images\, in order to coerce a person to do something. This 1-day training will identify the methods and tactics used by offenders\, and describe why youth are vulnerable to these tactics. The training will explain the long-term impact of these crimes on victims\, offer a victim-centered response\, and provide information on reporting these crimes to law enforcement\, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the electronic service provider(s). This course will conclude with identifying effective Sextortion prevention messages for youth\, parents and educators. This course is for professionals in law enforcement\, law enforcement support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, and tribes/tribal partners. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to:\n\nDefine Sextortion\nIdentify Sextortion offender tactics\nDescribe why youth are vulnerable to Sextortion offenders\nExplain the impact of Sextortion on victims\nDescribe multiple reporting venues for the crime of Sextortion\nIdentify effective Sextortion prevention messaging\n\nRegister through NCJTC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/responding-to-sextortion-related-offenses-against-children-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230824T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230803T193842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T193842Z
UID:10000493-1692871200-1692900000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Responding to Sextortion Related Offenses Against Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in law enforcement\, prosecution\, and related court officials with Detective Edward Merritt. \nSextortion using technology is an increasing trend seen by law enforcement. Sextortion refers to the crime where someone employs an abuse of power\, usually a threat to expose explicit images\, in order to coerce a person to do something. This 1-day training will identify the methods and tactics used by offenders\, and describe why youth are vulnerable to these tactics. The training will explain the long-term impact of these crimes on victims\, offer a victim-centered response\, and provide information on reporting these crimes to law enforcement\, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the electronic service provider(s). This course will conclude with identifying effective Sextortion prevention messages for youth\, parents and educators. This course is for professionals in law enforcement\, law enforcement support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, and tribes/tribal partners. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to:\n\nDefine Sextortion\nIdentify Sextortion offender tactics\nDescribe why youth are vulnerable to Sextortion offenders\nExplain the impact of Sextortion on victims\nDescribe multiple reporting venues for the crime of Sextortion\nIdentify effective Sextortion prevention messaging\n\nRegister through NCJTC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/responding-to-sextortion-related-offenses-against-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230823T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230731T223321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T223321Z
UID:10000486-1692795600-1692801000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Strategies for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in law enforcement\, prosecution\, and related court officials with Detective Edward Merritt. \nLearn new strategies to assist in the prevention of child abuse. The strategies taught will focus on the five different forms of prevention that will give a holistic approach in moving forward with a plan for the prevention of child abuse. \nThese five forms are\n\nAfter the fact\nPersonal responsibility\nEnvironmental design\nPolicy development\nAddressing societal norms\n\nAbout Trainer\nSally Kimel-Sheppard\, Executive Director\, Envision Athens and NCJTC Associate. \nSally is a clinically licensed social worker\, working with survivors of child abuse and sexual assault through the Piedmont Judicial Circuit in Georgia. Her career began as a child therapist and forensic interviewer at The Tree House\, Children’s Advocacy Center. After working with over 1000 children while at The Tree House\, Sally became the Executive Director of The Cottage; a sexual assault center and children’s advocacy center in Athens\, Georgia. During her 15 years at The Cottage\, Sally developed programs and statewide standards for both sexual assault centers and children’s advocacy centers in Georgia. Sally also served at the Board of Directors Chairperson for the Children’s Advocacy Centers of Georgia. In 2022\, Sally joined Envision Athens\, where she works with governmental\, non-profit and other agencies to address issues affecting the quality of life in Athens\, Georgia. Sally has a passion in working with others to fight against child abuse. \nUpon completion of this webinar\, you will be able to:\n\nRecognize ways to use tools to aid in child abuse prevention\nIdentify ways to teach children and caregivers to protect children\nDemonstrate innovative ways to combine prevention strategies to lessen incidents of child abuse\n\nIs This Training For You?\n\nCommunity Member\nCommunity Corrections Officer\nCourt System Personnel\nEducator\nEmergency Management\nLaw Enforcement\nLaw Enforcement Support\nProsecutors\nSocial Workers\nTribes/Tribal Partners\nVictim Service Providers\n\nRegister through NCJTC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/strategies-for-child-sexual-abuse-prevention/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230821T183000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230731T204257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T204257Z
UID:10000482-1692608400-1692642600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Virtual Forensic Interview Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur comprehensive Clinic offers a unique opportunity to participate in an intensive training experience focused on the basic skills and knowledge necessary to conduct child forensic interviews. Participants will have a personal interaction with leading experts in the field of child forensic interviewing. Attendees must complete pre-clinic assignments and respond to communication from the Clinic Director prior to the event.  There will be homework and self-study assignments following each day of the clinic.  In order to receive a certificate of completion participants must complete mock child forensic interviews with actors and pass a test following the conclusion of the Clinic. \nThe APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic is intended as an initial training for professionals whose job responsibilities include conducting in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect\, or other crimes. These interviews are conducted as part of a multidisciplinary team investigative process in affiliation with a Child Advocacy Center (CAC)\, police agency\, or government-sponsored child protection agency. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC\nEndorsed by a police agency\nEndorsed by a government-sponsored child protection agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis\nA child abuse pediatric fellow\n\nUpon completion of the clinic\, you will need to be able to implement the training as a member of (or endorsed by) an existing CAC and/or multidisciplinary child abuse investigation team. (Any exceptions must be approved in advance by the Clinic Director and will only be considered on a space-available basis.) The APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinic will be conducted in English and participants must be fluent in English. APSAC is unable to provide interpretation services. \nPlease use this link for verification that you qualify for the Forensic Interview Clinic. \nRegister through APSAC\nMember Registration: $1095\nNon-Member Registration: $1350\n33.5 Continuing Education Credits (Psychology and Social Work): $40 \nScholarship funds available for law enforcement officers interested in attending the clinics. Click here for full eligibility information and the application form. \nCancellation Policy\nDue to the nature of this event APSAC Forensic Interview Clinics have a no refund policy. Agencies may send another individual in the place of the individual who is unable to attend without incurring an additional fee. All substitutions must be finalized by August 1st. If you have any questions please email us at onlinetraining@apsac.org .
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-virtual-forensic-interview-clinic/2023-08-21/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230819
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T153737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T153737Z
UID:10000465-1692345600-1692378000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFirst Witness is presenting a training opportunity on training for advocates who are working with a CAC. This training meets all essential components in the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy. \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This 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: 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/training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-2/2023-08-18/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230816T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T162752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T162752Z
UID:10000471-1692189000-1692199800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Key Warning Signs of Mental Illness and Suicide Prevention Best Practices in Children & Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Assiociation for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is presenting a workshop with Deborah Cavitt\, MS. \nAttendees will learn strategies\, interventions\, accommodations and modifications to help students flourish emotionally and socially in school settings and in the community. The presenter will describe signs and symptoms of mental illness in children and youth\, including developmental differences from infant and early childhood through transition age youth. Resources will be shared to help educators\, families and other professionals connect children and youth with appropriate levels of care when needed. A comprehensive school wide toolkit for prevention\, intervention and postvention of suicide will be discussed and shared with participants. \nThis workshop meets the state requirements for educator re-licensure. This workshop is for educators\, parents/caregivers\, other professionals working directly with children & youths and will address children and youths between prenatal to young adults. \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\n3 CEHs.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/key-warning-signs-of-mental-illness-and-suicide-prevention-best-practices-in-children-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230817
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T153737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T153737Z
UID:10000464-1692172800-1692205200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFirst Witness is presenting a training opportunity on training for advocates who are working with a CAC. This training meets all essential components in the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy. \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This 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: 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/training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-2/2023-08-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230819
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T150934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T150934Z
UID:10000467-1692144000-1692403199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project ChildFirst® EX: Expanded Forensic Interview Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBased on the nationally-recognized ChildFirst® Forensic Interview Protocol\, this 2.5-day training provides a purposeful and legally defensible process for conducting expanded forensic interviews with children who may not succeed in a standard\, single interview due to trauma\, developmental\, special needs or other complicating issues\, including poly-victimization. This 2.5-day course will teach the expanded interview process as well as research supporting multiple\, non-duplicative interviews with child victims and witnesses.\nThis training will discuss the expanded interview process as well as research supporting multiple\, non-duplicative interviews with child victims and witnesses. ChildFirst® EX can be utilized with any forensic interview protocol model and includes not only lecture but practice for participants in conducting an expanded forensic interview. \nSchedule\nThis training will be virutal. \nDay One – Wednesday\, 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. CDT \nProvides an in-depth look at the traditional single forensic interview and the purpose for utilizing the expanded interview process. \nDay two – Thursday\, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CDT \nProvides a step-by-step process for implementing an expanded forensic interview and prepares participants with the how\, why\, and when. \n Day three – Friday\, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nProvides more practice and an opportunity for participants to work in groups on a final case scenario and expanded forensic interview. \nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nRequirements\n\nAll accepted participants must have completed a nationally recognized basic forensic interviewing training course and will be required to provide proof of attendance upon acceptance to this training.\nComputer\, tablet\, or phone with microphone and camera. Students will need camera and microphone capability during the entire training.\nAbility to print or view a small number of documents/forms for use during the training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-childfirst-ex-expanded-forensic-interview-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230814T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T150849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T150849Z
UID:10000468-1692003600-1692014400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Your FIRST Response to Alleged Child Maltreatment (MN Residents Only)
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity where participants will get to learn the tools and gain practical skills to better communicate with a child during the initial outcry of maltreatment. \nProtecting children from child abuse and maltreatment requires that everyone understand how to recognize\, respond and report any form of maltreatment a child may experience. FIRST response is often the single most important step in effectively responding and reporting maltreatment. \nFIRST will give you and your community the tools necessary to better protect kids. This half-day training goes beyond recognizing types of maltreatment. The training combines both lecture and practicum giving participants the tools and practical skills to better communicate with a child during the initial outcry of maltreatment. \nThe FIRST process teaches three critical components\n\nHow to recognize signs and symptoms of abuse and maltreatment\nHow to listen and respond to a child’s needs\nHow to effectively and accurately report any form of maltreatment to authorities\nYour FIRST Response to an Allegation of Child Maltreatment training teaches participants how to listen to children who have experienced maltreatment and gather the correct information needed in a way that puts the child’s needs FIRST.\n\nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand reality of child abuse\nUnderstand how to gather information utilizing the FIRST process\nUnderstand responsibility of mandated reporting and information needed for report\n\nYour FIRST Response to Alleged Child Maltreatment is a train-the-trainer model. If you are interested in learning how you can train this material to those in your region\, reach out to Suzanne Severson (Suzanne@ZeroAbuseProject.org) for more information on cost and additional training requirements. \nThis training is being offered to professionals in and residents of Minnesota free of charge under a grant funded by MN OJP. We are only able to approve attendance for those working within the state of Minnesota. \nRegister through Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/your-first-response-to-alleged-child-maltreatment-mn-residents-only/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230815
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T153737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T153737Z
UID:10000463-1691971200-1692057599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFirst Witness is presenting a training opportunity on training for advocates who are working with a CAC. This training meets all essential components in the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy. \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This 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: 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/training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-2/2023-08-14/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230810
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T214121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T214121Z
UID:10000473-1691539200-1691625599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Introduction to Supervision for Child Forensic Interviewers
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis course is an introduction to a supervision model for child forensic interviewers. In addition to the basic principles and goals of supervision\, it will offer strategies for developing an effective supervision process tailored to the resources of the individual children’s advocacy center (CAC) and community. \nWho Should Attend?  \nThis training is appropriate for experienced child forensic interviewers wanting to develop a supervision process in their CAC and executive directors or state chapter representatives interested in establishing a regional or statewide supervision program. Completion of nationally-recognized forensic interviewing training is required. \nTrainer: Linda Cordisco Steele\, MEd LPC \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by July 9\, 2023 \nThis training is only offered virutally. \nA 25% discount is available for registrants from developing countries or from Tribal CACs. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. Please note: To pay via international wire transfer\, payment must be made in U.S. dollars at your expense. Banking and account information is provided on request. \nCancellation Policy\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nImportant note for in-person training: It is recommended to make refundable travel arrangements if booking before your registration has been confirmed. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded. \nSeats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-introduction-to-supervision-for-child-forensic-interviewers/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230808T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230801T141352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T141352Z
UID:10000489-1691497800-1691501400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA Fall 2023 E3 Information Call
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nEnhance Early Engagement (E3) Training for CAC Victim Advocates  \nNCA will be hosting an information call on August 8th at 1:30 (EST) to provide information on content\, schedule\, and training requirements.  For senior CAC leaders and advocates\, this call is an opportunity to learn more about the training and have any of your questions answered.  Applications for the fall training will open after the information call. \nDifficulty engaging families in mental health treatment is seen as an underlying reason for the disparity between child mental health need and service use.  Children’s Advocacy Centers are in a unique position to best engage families at a critical time in their adverse experiences and help connect them to evidence-based mental health services.  At the same time\, we know many children and families do not receive these critical services.  Data tells us that this is often due to caregivers not believing their child needs mental health services. \nNCA has been training victim advocates in E3 over the last few years and is excited to announce that the training will be offered every fall and spring.  E3 aims to increase the proportion of children and their caregivers served by CACs who engage in mental health services.  To bolster the important work victim advocates already do with families\, the focus of E3 is to provide training to victim advocates in trauma responses\, brief mental health screening\, evidence-based trauma-focused treatments\, identification of treatment needs\, referrals for mental health services\, and evidence-based engagement skills. \nAbout Speakers\nGeoff Sidoli\, MSW\, LCSW\nCoordinator of Mental Health Programs at National Children’s Alliance \nGeoff Sidoli\, MSW\, LCSW\, is the current Coordinator for NCA’s Institute for Better Mental Health Outcomes.  He assists CACs around the country implementing\, building\, and sustaining mental health services.  Prior to coming to NCA\, Geoff was the executive director of a CAC in Asheville\, NC where he supervised a clinical department that assessed and treated trauma and problematic sexual behavior (PSB) utilizing multiple evidence-based/supported models\, including a PSB model that he developed.  Geoff has a broad history of work with trauma and sexual violence for over 30 years including the assessment and treatment of individuals that have caused sexual harm.  He speaks regionally and nationally on the topic of sexual abuse\, trauma assessment and treatment.  He served on several state/national boards and work groups that focus on intervention and prevention of sexual harm and trauma. \nLibby Ralston\, PhD\nFounding Director of the Dee Norton Lowcountry Children’s Center\, Inc (DNLCC) \nLibby Ralston\, PhD was the founding director of the Dee Norton Lowcountry Children’s Center\, Inc (DNLCC) an accredited Children’s Advocacy Center located in Charleston\, SC and now serves as the Director Emeritus. Dr. Ralston is on the clinical faculty of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at the Medical University of South Carolina. She served on the NCA Board of Directors\, on the NCA mental health standard revision committee and participated in the partnership between NCA and NCTSN to develop the CAC Director’s Guide to Mental Health services. Since 2007 Dr. Ralston has served as the co-director of Project BEST\, a Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy dissemination and since 2013 has served as Co-Director of the South Carolina Trauma Practice Initiative\, a collaboration between the South Carolina Department of Social Services\, the SC Department of Mental Health and Project BEST. Both initiative have been funded by The Duke Endowment. \nRegister Through NCA
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-fall-2023-e3-information-call/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T151221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T151221Z
UID:10000466-1691366400-1692143999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Virtual Basic Forensic Interview Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training teaches the CornerHouse Forensic Interview Protocol™ a credible\, reliable\, developmentally flexible and non-traumatic forensic interview protocol appropriate for children\, adolescents and vulnerable adults involved in a sexual abuse investigation. Training methods include lecture and discussion\, review of CornerHouse video-recorded interviews\, skill-building exercises\, and an interview practicum. These courses are designed for teams of forensic interviewers\, child protection workers\, tribal social service investigators\, law enforcement officers and prosecuting attorneys. Participants are encouraged to attend as a multidisciplinary team. Courses are outcome-based and include an exam upon completion. \nSchedule\nThis training will take place via an on-line platform (Zoom). \n\nMonday\, August 7th to Thursday\, August 10th 8:30 to 4:30 (CT) – Protocol Instruction\nMonday\, August 14th and Tuesday\, August 15th 8:30am to 1:00pm (CT) – Role Plays\n\nRegister through CornerHouse\nPlease view our cancellation policy and other policies here! https://www.cornerhousemn.org/training-policies
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-virtual-basic-forensic-interview-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230804T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T164232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T164232Z
UID:10000472-1691152200-1691159400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Providing Mental Health Services to Sub-Saharan African Families & Refugee Families in USA
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is presenting a training with Dr. Richard Oni and Dr. Toulope Ola. \nPeople from sub-Saharan Africa throughout the world experience certain universal mental health disorders. What differs is the nature of their symptoms and the way these disorders are expressed. Providers need to see mental health disorders through the eyes of African cultural perspective. This training is for any professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nBe able to identify three sources of stress that many African immigrants and refugees experience that affect their mental health.\nIdentify five components of culturally responsive assessment strategies of African migrants and refugees’ mental health disorders.\nIdentify three ways in which immigration processes affect the mental health of African immigrants and refugees in the United States of America.\n\nAbout our Presenters\nDr. Richard Oni\, Director of Training & Services\, Progressive Individual Resources Inc\, received his Ph.D. in Mental Health Management from the Union Institute & University\, Cincinnati\, Ohio\, 1994. He is currently a private consultant\, and the Clinical Director and Co-founder of Progressive Individual Resources providing multicultural mental health services to families of new immigrants in the State of Minnesota. His areas of proficiencies include training\, evaluation\, assessment and public policy. Dr. Oni has developed and given numerous workshops and lectures nationally and internationally on mental health and special education. He has worked extensively to support Behavioral Aide services in Minnesota and has developed a leading training curriculum in the field. He has held numerous appointments. He was appointed by the Governor Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities from 1995 to 2001\, Member of the State of Minnesota Children’s Subcommittee\, Member of the Cultural Advisory Council on State Special Education\, Member of Minnesota Task Force on Refugees and Immigrants Issues\, and Member of the Quality Peer Review of the State of Minnesota Day Treatment Programs. Finally\, Dr. Oni has developed and presented many trainings to new African immigrant parents on Social Services/Welfare issues and corrections. Dr. Oni has been an active member of the American Correctional Association since April 1996 till date. \nTolulope Monisola Ola\, PhD\, MPH; Founder & Executive Director\, Restoration for All (REFA) Inc.\, MN\, is the Founder and Executive Director of Restoration for All Inc\, a nonprofit organization with the mission to nurture and empower individuals\, organizations\, and communities to renew\, discover and restore their culture of well-being. She is a Mental Health Practitioner\, African Storyteller\, and an advocate for cultural healing through mind\, body\, and spirit practices. She is a Co-chair for the Mental Health and Wellness Action Team of Ramsey County Public Health. She is an entrepreneur and a social researcher with several journal articles\, book chapters\, and two books to her credit and has presented extensively on the role of culture in improving mental health and well-being at local\, state\, national\, and international conferences. She has expertise in public health and rights-based responses to chronic diseases and their psychosocial impacts on immigrants and refugees from Africa. She is a public health expert with experience in empowering and mobilizing communities to bring about social change through health education\, sensitization\, and advocacy to create an environment that is physically\, socially\, and culturally inclusive. \nRegister through MACMH\nThis training is approved for 2 hours of Cultural Competence\, 2 hours of Ethics\, and is anticipated to be approved for 2 hours of Clinical Content
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/providing-mental-health-services-to-sub-saharan-african-families-refugee-families-in-usa/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Culture,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230803T205314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T205314Z
UID:10000496-1691049600-1691082000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Community Action Plan for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nNational Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical College is hosting a training opportunity for professionals in law enforcement\, prosecution\, and related court officials with Detective Edward Merritt. \nJoin other child-serving professionals to create a plan of action for preventing child sexual abuse of youth in your care. Learn the signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\, mandated reporter and stakeholder responsibilities. Identify strengths and weaknesses of current prevention practices\, and develop an action plan\, using the Strategic Prevention Dashboard\, for your organization. This course is open to all members of child serving organizations such as preschool\, after-school care\, summer camps\, church groups\, athletic associations or others responsible for the care of minors. This course is for professionals in community corrections officer\, court system personnel\, educators\, emergency management\, law enforcement\, law enforcement support\, prosecutors\, social workers\, tribes/tribal partners\, and victim service providers. \nTraining Schedule:\nSeptember 20 | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern (One hour for lunch at 2:30 pm) \nSeptember 21 | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern (One hour for lunch at 2:30 pm) \nTo earn a certificate\, you must actively participate and attend the entire training. \nUpon completion of this training\, you will be able to\n\nIdentify signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse\nIdentify community stakeholders and define their roles in preventing child sexual abuse\nDefine Mandated Reporter and their legal and ethical responsibilities\nIdentify strengths and weaknesses of stakeholder current prevention practices\nCreate an action plan to improve the prevention of child sexual abuse within your organization/agency (internally) and throughout your community (externally)\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by August 18\, 2023.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/creating-a-community-action-plan-for-the-prevention-of-child-sexual-abuse/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230627T150324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T150324Z
UID:10000462-1690966800-1690977600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adoptive Youth & Parents in Therapy: Wisdom and Skills for Respectful Practice
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a training event on adoptive youth and parents in therapy: wisdom and skills for respectful practice with Krista Nelson\, LICSW\, LMFT\, and Wenedy Baker\, Co-founder of Family Circle Counseling. \nTherapy for adoptive children and their parents is not generic. It takes specific knowledge of and sensitivity to the lived challenge of being an adopted person in Minnesota. This workshop is a three-part dialogue about what makes the adoption of mental health unique; clinical decisions in specific case examples; and what modalities to use and when. \nOur dialogue will highlight how to navigate relational expectations through developmental stages; address grief and loss that both child and adult face in forming a family; work with differences in class\, culture\, race\, and mismatch of expectations; build emotional safety; move through attachment rupture and repair; and finally when and how to “talk about” adoption and identity as youth claim their own while remaining loyal to many. \nThis training is for mental health professionals with family members\, educational and social service professionals\, and students are welcome to participate. This training will address \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will be able to identify unique/specialized aspects and clinical themes of adoption-focused therapy and how to work with these.\nParticipants will understand the reasoning behind the use of various therapeutic modalities.\nParticipants will develop an understanding of the unique aspects of the use of self in adoption-specific therapy in supporting relational repair\, identity development\, cultural diversity\, trauma reprocessing\, and felt sense of safety.\n\nAbout the Presenters\nKrista Nelson\, LICSW\, LMFT has thirty years of post-master’s experience working with children and parents who are coping with attachment loss\, trauma and family changes\, especially with youth who entered a family through adoption.  She is co-founder of Family Circle Counseling in St. Paul\, MN and led the Wilder Foundation’s Attachment and Trauma Training program from 2001 to 2017.  Krista is a frequent speaker at statewide mental health conferences on issues of attachment and trauma. She continues to co-facilitate the popular MN ADOPT parent workshop Surviving and Thriving Beyond the RAD Diagnosis.  Krista is an attachment focused family therapist with advanced training in EMDR\, Theraplay and Emotion Focused Couples Counseling who loves the balance of doing therapy with playful children\, teens\, adult adoptees\, parents and couples in their quest for healing. \nWendy Baker is the co-founder of Family Circle Counseling\, in St. Paul\, MN\, a family focused group practice\, with particular dedication to adoptive and foster care families and their unique and potentially complex\, intensive therapeutic needs. Prior to her founding of Family Circle Counseling\, Wendy worked within Wilder Foundation Residential Treatment\, providing individual and family therapy and supervising direct care staff.  She is a graduate of the University of Washington’s Developmental Psychology program and received her MSW from the University of Minnesota. Wendy has over 40 years of clinical experience with children\, families and individuals of all ages. She specializes in clinical work with survivors of complex trauma healing from developmental and relational wounds such as childhood neglect\, physical & sexual abuse and attachment traumas/disruptions. She has advanced professional training in the areas of attachment; complex trauma; child development; play therapy; infant-early child therapy; expressive and family therapies. Specifically in the use of EMDR\, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy\, Theraplay\, Play Therapy\, Art Therapy\, Sandtray and Emotion Focused therapy methods. \nWendy is also a seasoned educator. She has been the lead trainer for the post-graduate certification course at the University of Minnesota (PACC) Permanency and Adoption Clinical Competency (PACC) for the past 13 years. She also provides professional supervision and consultation around adoption\, attachment and complex trauma work and conducts parent and professional training through NACAC and MACMH and in the schools on attachment; trauma; approaches for working with attachment challenged adolescents; and attachment assessment. Wendy has also conducted seminars for members of the judiciary on the impact of divorce on children and the best interests of the child in adversarial divorce/custody proceedings. She has also been an adjunct faculty member at University of St. Thomas teaching Master’s Level Graduate School courses in Clinical Social Work. \nRegister through MACMH\nThis training is approved for one hour of cultural competence and is anticipated to be approved for three hours of clinical content. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adoptive-youth-parents-in-therapy-wisdom-and-skills-for-respectful-practice/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230727T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230522T205101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205101Z
UID:10000447-1690459200-1690468200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Karen Culture Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a presentation presented by Clara Tunwin\, program director for Karen Organization of Minnesota’s community health and social services\, and by Hsa Hser Khum\, a community health educator. This presentation will explore the history\, background and culture of the Karen community in Minnesota\, including the refugee experience and issues and barriers related to services. General information about mental health problems and substance use among youth and adults in Minnesota will also be discussed. \nThis presentation is for mental health professionals and healthcare professionals. This training is anticipated to be approved for 1.5 hours of Cultural Competence Content. \nLearning Objectives\n\nTo become familiar with Karen people\nAwareness of barriers\nTo become familiar with resources for Karen clients\n\nRegister via MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/karen-culture-presentation/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230725T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230522T211536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T211536Z
UID:10000449-1690275600-1690281000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Investigating Crimes Against Children with Disabilities - Considerations for Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training opportunity with Dermot Whelan\, a Senior Consultant for the Disability Division of Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. During this session\, participants will increase their knowledge about the needs of crime victims with disabilities and learn about the most effective preliminary investigative steps to take when called to handle a matter involving a victim and/or witness with disabilities. \nRegister via APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/investigating-crimes-against-children-with-disabilities-considerations-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230720T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230522T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205252Z
UID:10000448-1689856200-1689863400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Teens\, Depression & Self-Harm: What We Know and What We Can Do
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health (MACMH) is hosting a training presented by Sam Marzouk\, PhD\, LP\, Clinical Psychologist and Owner at Promethean Psychology. Given the compelling evidence that depression prevalence rates are rising among teenagers\, there is a stronger than ever-need for public awareness and support. This training will begin by providing a closer look at the precise nature of adolescent depression\, differentiating between normal mood fluctuations and clinically significant depression among teens. Common signs across multiple domains (e.g.\, home\, school\, etc.) will also be explored and discussed. An overview will be provided of the treatment approaches for adolescent depression with the most empirical support. In line with this\, this presentation will also describe “quick tips” providers can supply to families to help alleviate symptoms\, especially while waiting for more specialized treatment. Finally\, ample time will be spent demystifying non-suicidal self-injurious behavior (e.g.\, cutting) and discussing what the research tells us is the best way for parents to respond to this frightening behavior. This training is open to all professions and addresses adolescents ages 12 – 19. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDifferentiate between normal adolescent mood fluctuations and clinically significant depression\nContrast adolescent depression with adult depression for the purpose of illuminating the unique signs and symptoms of adolescent depression\nDescribe the evidence base for current depression treatment approaches for adolescents\nDefine non-suicidal self-injuries behavior and provide strategies for providers to share with families\n\nAbout the Presenter\nDr. Sam Marzouk is a clinical child and adolescent psychologist and owner of Promethean Psychology\, a private psychology practice in the Edina\, Minnesota area. Dr. Sam sees children and adolescents of all ages for a variety of psychosocial concerns\, although he primarily specializes in working with adolescent males. In addition to his routine clinical work\, Dr. Sam regularly provides workshops\, trainings and talks to mental health professionals\, schools\, pediatricians and other pediatric medical providers on topics relevant to child and adolescent mental health. He is also a contributing author to the Minnesota Pediatrician\, a quarterly educational newsletter of the Minnesota Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Sam has written on a variety of topics including pediatric depression\, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). \nRegister via MACMH\nThis training is anticipated to be approved for two hours of Cultural Competence Content and two hours of Clinical Content.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/teens-depression-self-harm-what-we-know-and-what-we-can-do/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230721
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230522T210919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T210919Z
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SUMMARY:NCAC Getting the Best Information from a Narrative Child Witness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nResearch in child maltreatment\, memory\, suggestibility\, and child development has led to a consensus regarding the guidelines to be followed when conducting a forensic interview. Interviewers know how to adapt their approach to the child in the room and formulate questions adapted to a child’s level of language acquisition and cognitive development. \nWhile there are numerous challenges when interviewing reluctant children\, there are also challenges that must be addressed and managed when interviewing highly narrative children. The appropriate use of invitations\, breadth and depth questions\, specific wh-questions\, and yes/no questions by interviewers can provide a framework for understanding and moving through a child’s narration. In addition\, many children may have experienced multiple events of maltreatment which often results in the blending of details across incidents. Active listening and utilizing provided cues and leads can provide investigators with a greater understanding of the child’s lived experiences and assist with the details required during a civil or criminal investigation. \nParticipants will have an opportunity to increase skills in implementing best practice narrative questioning strategies with highly narrative children while also learning to elicit and manage the flow of information needed by the investigative team. \nWho Should Attend\nThis training is appropriate for forensic interviewers who have completed a nationally recognized forensic interview training and want to increase their ability to obtain information from children that reflect evidence-based\, best-practice questioning of child witnesses. \nRegister via NCAC\nRegistration Deadline is June 20\, 2023. This training is only offered virtually. \nA 25% discount is available for registrants from developing countries or from Tribal CACs. Please contact the training coordinator for additional information. Please note: To pay via international wire transfer\, payment must be made in U.S. dollars at your expense. Banking and account information is provided on request. \nCancellation Policy\nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nImportant note for in-person training: It is recommended to make refundable travel arrangements if booking before your registration has been confirmed. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded. \nSeats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-getting-the-best-information-from-a-narrative-child-witness-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230713T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230713T153000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230522T164605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T171839Z
UID:10000458-1689255000-1689262200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Creating Trauma-Informed Spaces for Victims & Families Throughout the Justice System
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Children’s Alliance is excited to host this training with Zero Abuse Project on trauma-informed care across the justice system.\nAfter learning about Adverse Child Experiences (The ACE Study)\, most professionals want the next steps. Creating trauma-informed space and training staff to respond to behaviors linked to trauma will strengthen relationships. Throughout the justice system\, from disclosure to verdict\, it can be triggering\, traumatizing\, and re-traumatizing for victims and families. This session will share steps to improve the environment in order to create safe spaces\, recognize and identify behaviors that impact disclosure to testimony\, and ensure that clients feel listened to and their experiences acknowledged.\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUnderstand how trauma may impact disclosure and cooperation with the justice system.\nLearn ways to create/change or update environments to become trauma safe.\nCreate strategies and tools to enhance relationships with victims and families\n\nAbout the Presenter\nTomiko Mackey is a licensed clinical social worker who has provided services to children\, adolescents\, and adults for more than 20. Tomiko worked at Family Crisis Services\, a children’s advocacy and rape crisis center\, in Oxford\, Mississippi for 22 years as a therapist\, forensic interviewer and clinical director\, supervising the forensic interview\, family advocate and the mental health programs. Tomiko has trained countless professionals in the art of forensic interviewing using the ChildFirst Forensic Interview Protocol. Through the National Children’s Alliance and Baylor University\, Tomiko trains mental health providers throughout the nation in the use of evidence-based assessments. \nTomiko Mackey earned her Master of Social Work degree\, with a concentration in children\, youth and families\, from California State University\, Long Beach. She is an EMDR trained and certified TF-CBT clinician. Tomiko has a private therapy practice in California and Mississippi. \nRegistration is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST and Social Work credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US. \nContact Info\nPlease contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/trauma-informed-spaces-for-victims-families-throughout-the-justice-system/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T133000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230621T214900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T214900Z
UID:10000461-1689076800-1689082200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Working with Victims with Severe Mental Illness
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMinnesota Alliance on Crime (MAC) is presenting a training opportunity on working with victims with severe mental illness. \nViolence and crime are systemic problems that impact all members of a community\, either directly or indirectly. Crime victims may experience new or exacerbated mental health issues as the result of being the victim of a crime\, and research shows that people with mental health issues are also statistically more likely to be victimized themselves. Advocates working with victims of crimes should be educated and trained in basic information regarding mental health symptoms and causes\, as well as strategies to effectively advocate and work with a victim experiencing severe mental health issues. Advocates must also be aware of the impacts of vicarious trauma on their own mental health and have the tools and support needed to succeed sustainably in their roles. \nLearning objectives\n1) Understand correlations between crime victimization and mental health\, including differences and similarities between short-term trauma responses and long-term chronic mental health diagnoses. \n2) Differentiate between the role of an advocate versus other criminal justice system partners and how to effectively advocate for victims experiencing mental health symptoms\, including sample language and de-escalation techniques advocates can use to mediate a mental health crisis. \n3) Learn the impacts of vicarious trauma on advocates and review strategies to improve the health and well-being of frontline providers working with crime victims. \nRegister via MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/working-with-victims-with-severe-mental-illness/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T103000
DTSTAMP:20260418T101107
CREATED:20230522T205536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T205536Z
UID:10000450-1689066000-1689071400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adapted Protocol for Interviewing Children Who Do Not Speak
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) is presenting a training opportunity with Kate Homan\, MS\, a Senior Consultant for Modell Consulting Group\, LLC. During this module participants will receive an introduction to interviewing children who do not speak. Participants will learn how to establish communication with an individual who can only respond using “yes” and “no” in addition to learning how to use the hybrid question style. \nRegister via APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adapted-protocol-for-interviewing-children-who-do-not-speak/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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