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SUMMARY:ZAP | The Sextortion Crisis: What Child Protection Professionals Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nMost of us were trained to spot grooming as a slow burn. Weeks of trust-building. A predator playing a long game. Sextortion tore that timeline up. \nA teenager can go from a friendly message to a full-blown crisis before dinner. The offender doesn’t need months\, and increasingly doesn’t even need a real photo. With AI\, they can fabricate the “proof” and jump straight to the threat. The weapon was never really the image anyway. It’s the shame. And shame moves faster than any reporting system we’ve built. \nThis session closes the gap between what we learned and what’s actually happening to kids right now. We’ll break down how sextortion works\, why it lands so hard on teens (boys especially\, in the financial wave)\, and why the smartest\, most supported kid in the room still won’t tell you. Think of a child sitting on this secret like someone trying to hold a beach ball underwater. It takes everything they have\, and the second they’re exhausted\, it explodes to the surface. Our job is to be a safe place for that surface to happen. Then we get practical: what a trauma-informed response looks like in the first ten minutes after a disclosure\, the warning signs worth watching\, and prevention messages that survive in a world where “just don’t send anything” is no longer enough. \n\n\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-the-sextortion-crisis-what-child-protection-professionals-need-to-know-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260324T164129Z
CREATED:20260304T211355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164129Z
UID:10001515-1790035200-1790380799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The Forensic Practice | StepWise 360™: Interviewing Children and Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nStepWise 360™: Interviewing Children and Youth (ICY) provides you with the basic knowledge and skills needed to conduct effective forensic interviews with cooperative children and adolescents.The StepWise 360™: Interviewing Child and Youth workshop is approved by the National Children’s Alliance as meeting the foundational forensic interview training requirements for Accredited Children’s Advocacy Centers. \nRegister Through The Forensic Practice
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-forensic-practice-stepwise-360-interviewing-children-and-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T131500
DTSTAMP:20260728T192630Z
CREATED:20260728T192630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T192630Z
UID:10001655-1789646400-1789650900@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | When Helping Hurts: Balancing Community\, Compassion\, and Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJustice professionals\, advocates\, and community responders absorb a tremendous amount of others’ pain\, often without realizing how much it’s affecting them. This webinar explores the realities of burnout\, compassion fatigue\, secondary trauma\, and vicarious trauma\, and how these forms of stress show up in the day-to-day work of people serving trauma-exposed communities. \nAttendees will learn to recognize early “pink flags” that signal stress is building and understand how repeated exposure to suffering can shape decision-making\, boundaries\, and overall well-being. The session also offers practical ways to strengthen sustainability\, accountability\, and team health without relying on self-care as the only solution. Through real-world examples and interactive dialogue\, the training focuses on how to protect empathy while staying grounded\, effective\, and supported in the work. \nLearning Objectives\n\nHow burnout\, compassion fatigue\, secondary trauma\, and vicarious trauma differ\, and how each can appear in trauma-exposed roles\nHow to spot “pink flags” early and understand their impact on judgement\, boundaries\, and performance\nPractical individual and organizational strategies that preserve empathy\, support resilience\, and make the work more sustainable over time\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-when-helping-hurts-balancing-community-compassion-and-self-care/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260324T165918Z
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001477-1789646400-1789650000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe APSAC Prevention Series returns in 2026 will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This is a monthly opportunity to learn from leading experts in child maltreatment prevention and child well-being offered to expand your toolkit with the strategies and resources needed to implement effective prevention practices and improve outcomes for children and families. \nTraining Topics\nPillars of Support: Integrating Prevention Aftercare in Child Welfare\nThursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nScrolling\, Streaming\, and Sexual Decision-Making: How Media Impacts Youth and Adolescents\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nEvaluation Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in the United States: Lessons Learned\nThursday\, March 19\, 2026 \nHope in Action: Science-Driven Strategies to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, April 16\, 2026 \nHandle with Care\nThursday\, July 16\, 2026 \nPreventing Child Abuse Through Connection and Support: Lessons from WhatsOK\nThursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 \nDon’t Throw Away the Candy Wrapper\nThursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nLong-Term Health Care Savings of Preventing Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, November 19\, 2026 \nPreventing Sibling Aggression and Abuse\nThursday\, December 17\, 2026 \nRegister Through APSAC\nMember Registration: Free\nNon-Member Registration: $149
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260323T193925Z
CREATED:20260323T193925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193925Z
UID:10001534-1789639200-1789644600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Normalizing the Conversation: Talking with Families about Body Safety
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this session\, we will not only discuss healthy childhood development\, but also go over working with parents and non-offending caregivers as they start to grow their communication skills and normalize talking about body safety with their children. Participants will be informed on what to look for in terms of victim manipulation\, signs of possible child sexual abuse\, and how to support caregivers in learning and understanding this information. \nRegister Through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-normalizing-the-conversation-talking-with-families-about-body-safety-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Body Safety
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260729T142830Z
CREATED:20260728T195024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T142830Z
UID:10001662-1789603200-1789689599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Responding to Sextortion Related Offenses Against Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\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. This course will conclude with identifying effective sextortion prevention messages for youth\, parents and educators. \nLearning Objectives\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 OJP\nRegister by Monday\, August 10\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-responding-to-sextortion-related-offenses-against-children-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260728T194833Z
CREATED:20260728T194833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T194833Z
UID:10001661-1789603200-1789689599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Responding to Sextortion Related Offenses Against Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\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. This course will conclude with identifying effective sextortion prevention messages for youth\, parents and educators. \nLearning Objectives\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 OJP\n*Register by Monday\, August 10\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-responding-to-sextortion-related-offenses-against-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154850Z
CREATED:20260729T154850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154850Z
UID:10001678-1789549200-1789556400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits Project for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBudgets are more than just numbers—they are powerful tools for planning\, decision-making\, and storytelling. In this training\, we’ll explore how to use project budgeting not only to manage resources effectively but also to communicate your organization’s values\, priorities\, and aspirations. \nThis workshop is designed for smaller nonprofit organizations and program staff within larger organizations who are responsible for developing project budgets. Whether you’re preparing a grant proposal\, launching a new initiative\, or managing an existing program\, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to budget with purpose and confidence. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDevelop a mindset that embraces budgeting as a leadership and planning tool.\nLearn about key nonprofit finance terminology and concepts\, including direct vs. indirect costs and donor restrictions.\nFollow a step-by-step process to build a project budget from scope to tracking.\nPractice using budgets to tell compelling stories to funders\, stakeholders\, and staff.\n\nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai.com. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-project-for-nonprofits/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260728T202944Z
CREATED:20260728T202944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T202944Z
UID:10001668-1789549200-1789556400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits Project Budgeting for Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBudgets are more than just numbers—they are powerful tools for planning\, decision-making\, and storytelling. In this training\, we’ll explore how to use project budgeting not only to manage resources effectively but also to communicate your organization’s values\, priorities\, and aspirations. \nThis workshop is designed for smaller nonprofit organizations and program staff within larger organizations who are responsible for developing project budgets. Whether you’re preparing a grant proposal\, launching a new initiative\, or managing an existing program\, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to budget with purpose and confidence. \nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai.com. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDevelop a mindset that embraces budgeting as a leadership and planning tool.\nLearn about key nonprofit finance terminology and concepts\, including direct vs. indirect costs and donor restrictions.\nFollow a step-by-step process to build a project budget from scope to tracking.\nPractice using budgets to tell compelling stories to funders\, stakeholders\, and staff.\n\nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-project-budgeting-for-nonprofits-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260818T214627Z
CREATED:20260818T214627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T214627Z
UID:10001692-1789516800-1789689599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA 2026 Seamless Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\nSeamless is the only national mental health conference designed specifically for clinicians working with Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) families\, and we cannot wait to come together for two incredible days of learning\, networking\, and fun on September 16th and 17th! You can register for the full conference\, or Day 1 or Day 2 only. \n\n\nWe are especially excited to welcome Robert Peters\, founder of Coursing Justice and former Assistant Prosecuting Attorney\, who will kick off the conference with a powerful keynote on Courtroom Confidence—focused on building your confidence and credibility in the courtroom as a mental health professional. \n\n\nYou’ll also hear from outstanding experts in the field on important and timely topics including working with young children\, supporting non-verbal children\, ethical use of AI in clinical practice\, rural practice\, and more! \n\n\nNew this year is Day 1 will feature multiple session tracks\, allowing you to choose the learning experiences that best fit your interests and work. Then on Day 2\, we’ll spend the full day learning with Anette Birgersson as she presents on TF-CBT with Children and Adolescents Victimized by Online Sexual Abuse. \n\nRegister through NCA
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-2026-seamless-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260729T150607Z
CREATED:20260729T150548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T150607Z
UID:10001676-1789516800-1789689599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Following the Evidence in Child Abuse and Child Exploitation Cases
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nExamine the importance of multidisciplinary team (MDT) case coordination and evidence corroboration in the investigation of child abuse cases. Various members of the Multidisciplinary Team\, such as law enforcement\, child protective services\, and forensic interviewers may gather different or differing information. Learn how to evaluate evidentiary findings through crime scene images\, interviews and case studies. Understand multidisciplinary team members’ roles and responsibilities for protecting child victims and prosecuting offenders. Focus on offenders’ use of technology\, including the use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in grooming and manipulation. Discuss a variety of technology that can be used by investigators. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDescribe the importance of minimizing bias and employing multiple hypotheses\nlist types of evidence and methods of collection\nDefine evidentiary keys of collected evidence\nExplain the importance of case information sharing\nManager collected evidence\n\nRegister through NCJTC\nRegister by Friday\, August 14\, 2026 \nPlease note\, attendees are expected to be on camera and to actively participate in and attend the entire training to receive a certificate. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-following-the-evidence-in-child-abuse-and-child-exploitation-cases-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,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:20260915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T151500
DTSTAMP:20260728T192712Z
CREATED:20260728T191151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T192712Z
UID:10001654-1789480800-1789485300@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | When a Child Murders: Juvenile Parricide and the Hidden History of Family Violence
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhen a child murders a parent\, society often recoils in disbelief—and rushes to rationalize. We search for trauma\, neglect\, or coercive control. The default assumption is that the parent must have done something. Abuse is presumed. Victimhood is reassigned. \nAnd yet\, in some chilling cases\, the truth is far more disturbing: these children were not driven by survival but by calculation\, control\, and revenge. \nThis powerful webinar disrupts the traditional narrative of juvenile parricide by exploring cases where no history of abuse was documented: only entitlement\, rage\, and a desire for power or freedom. From Sarah Grace Patrick\, who manipulated her narrative and community before killing her father\, to Colin Griffith\, whose calculated violence shocked an entire neighborhood\, and Nikita Casap\, whose parricide was rooted in control rather than fear—these cases shed light on a lesser-known but critical area of concern for justice professionals. \nThis session confronts some uncomfortable truths: not all juveniles who kill are victims. Some are orchestrators. Some are predators. And some are expert manipulators of the systems designed to protect them. \nLearning Objectives\n\nAnalyze case studies of non-abused juveniles parricide offenders\nUnderstand psychological profiles of control-driven adolescent perpetrators\nExplore legal complexities when victim/perpetrator roles are misassigned\nApply investigative strategies that avoid default assumptions of parental guilt\nRecognize risk indicators of violence unrelated to abuse or trauma\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-when-a-child-murders-juvenile-parricide-and-the-hidden-history-of-family-violence/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260729T142239Z
CREATED:20260729T142239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T142239Z
UID:10001673-1789430400-1789603199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Verbal De-Escalation and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\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. \nLearning Objectives \n\nLeverage verbal and nonverbal 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 be best communicate and empathize with those in conflict\n\nRegister Through NCJTC\nRegister by Monday\, August 10\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-verbal-de-escalation-and-conflict-resolution-7/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,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:20260914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T133000
DTSTAMP:20260818T214254Z
CREATED:20260818T214254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T214254Z
UID:10001690-1789387200-1789392600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA | CFTSI Informational Call
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nSenior 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 Mental Health Hub\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-cftsi-informational-call-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260304T211019Z
CREATED:20260304T211019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T211019Z
UID:10001514-1789344000-1789689599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviewing of Children Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. This 4-day\, interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Thursday\, September 3\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-19/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260818T213852Z
CREATED:20260818T213852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T213852Z
UID:10001689-1789041600-1789052400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA | Trauma Focused Treatment for Children and Adolescents Via Telehealth: Advanced Topics and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 3-hour training will provide mental health professionals with an understanding of telehealth delivery of evidence-based trauma-focused treatment for children and adolescents. Topics covered will include: (1) specific tailoring of trauma-focused treatment for a telehealth delivery format\, (2)\, demonstration of how to utilize electronic resources to deliver trauma-focused treatment via telehealth and (3) procedures and workflow considerations for telehealth delivery trauma-focused treatment. This training has been approved for 2.5 CEs through NBCC. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will be able to describe modifications needed to implement trauma-focused treatment for children and adolescents via telehealth\nParticipants will be able to understand the ethics surrounding distance counseling\nParticipants will be able to describe techniques and resources to provide engaging trauma treatment for children via telehealth\n\nRegister through NCA Mental Health Hub\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-trauma-focused-treatment-for-children-and-adolescents-via-telehealth-advanced-topics-and-techniques-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260625T201157Z
CREATED:20260625T201157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T201157Z
UID:10001629-1789041600-1789052400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA | Trauma Focused Treatment for Children and Adolescents via Telehealth: Advanced Topics and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 3-hour training will provide mental health professionals with an understanding of telehealth delivery of evidence-based trauma-focused treatment for children and adolescents. Topics covered will include: (1) specific tailoring of trauma-focused treatment for a telehealth delivery format\, (2)\, demonstration of how to utilize electronic resources to deliver trauma-focused treatment via telehealth and (3) procedures and workflow considerations for telehealth delivery trauma-focused treatment. This training has been approved for 2.5 CEs through NBCC. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will be able to describe modifications needed to implement trauma-focused treatment for children and adolescents via telehealth\nParticipants will be able to understand the ethics surrounding distance counseling\nParticipants will be able to describe techniques and resources to provide engaging trauma treatment for children via telehealth\n\nRegister through National Children’s Alliance\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-trauma-focused-treatment-for-children-and-adolescents-via-telehealth-advanced-topics-and-techniques/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Problematic Sexual Behaviors,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260818T212129Z
CREATED:20260818T212129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T212129Z
UID:10001683-1789041600-1789048800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH | Changing the Narrative on Mental Health and Suicide
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTalking about mental health and suicide can be uncomfortable and uncertain topics that bring up different perspectives\, feelings\, beliefs\, and attitudes in people. Changing the Narrative on Mental Health and Suicide is a conversation that empowers participants to change their perceptions of mental health towards hope and resilience.  The presentation will share ways of being intentional in the words we use and ways we talk about mental health and suicide in order to avoid sensationalizing the issue and prevent alienating individuals\, which can cause a decrease in help-seeking behavior\, and to prevent glamorizing suicide.  Healthy conversations about mental health and suicide avoid harmful messages that may increase suicide risk or undermine suicide prevention goals.  By doing this safely\,1. we reduce stigma\, mitigate risks\, promote help seeking\, and respect all individuals. \nRegister Through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-changing-the-narrative-on-mental-health-and-suicide-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T103000
DTSTAMP:20260728T195427Z
CREATED:20260728T195416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T195427Z
UID:10001663-1789030800-1789209000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP Testifying in Court for Forensic Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\nJoin Zero Abuse Project (ZAP) for courtroom skills & cross-examination strategies for forensic interviewers. \n\n\n\n\nPreparing to testify can be one of the most daunting parts of a forensic interviewer’s job. Join Maria Rosales-Lambert\, Lead Forensic Interview Specialist\, for a practical session on courtroom preparation\, testimony skills\, and strategies to confidently present your work under cross-examination. \n\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-testifying-in-court-for-forensic-interviews/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Court,Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260729T154411Z
CREATED:20260729T154411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T154411Z
UID:10001677-1789030800-1789041600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits Fundamentals of Nonprofit Budgeting
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBudgets are the foundation of nonprofit finance and are vital to your organization’s strategic planning and management.  Budgeting can seem overwhelming\, but it doesn’t have to be.  Learn to use budgeting as another tool for you to tell the story of your organization’s plans\, priorities\, and aspirations.  Propel’s 10-step budgeting process will also highlight ways to engage your board as well as staff across the organization. \nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai.com. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-fundamentals-of-nonprofit-budgeting/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T202239Z
CREATED:20260728T202239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T202239Z
UID:10001667-1789030800-1789041600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Fundamentals of Nonprofit Finance
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBudgets are the foundation of nonprofit finance and are vital to your organization’s strategic planning and management.  Budgeting can seem overwhelming\, but it doesn’t have to be.  Learn to use budgeting as another tool for you to tell the story of your organization’s plans\, priorities\, and aspirations.  Propel’s 10-step budgeting process will also highlight ways to engage your board as well as staff across the organization. \nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai.com. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-fundamentals-of-nonprofit-finance-11/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260817T202109Z
CREATED:20260817T202109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T202109Z
UID:10001681-1788998400-1789084799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IVAT MEGA Specialized Risk Assessment Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMEGA♪ is a tool for assessing risk for persistent coarse sexual improprieties\, and/or youth who are sexually abusive in youth ages 4-19 years. MEGA♪ is applicable for adjudicated or non-adjudicated males\, females\, and transgender individuals\, including youth with low intellectual functioning. Robustly anchored in scientific methods and tested on over 6\,800 youth internationally (largest validation studies in its field)\, MEGA♪ is state of the art and unique. It provides a comprehensive individualized risk assessment report according to age and gender. MEGA♪ can also follow changes in the youth’s risk level over time (an outcome measure). \nThis training provides certification on how to administer the assessment\, as well as how to interpret and apply the MEGA♪ findings. \nLearning Objectives\n\n List risk factors of youth demonstrating sexually abusive behaviors\nIdentify protective factors of youth demonstrating sexually abusive behaviors\nAssess the research and validity of the MEGA instrument\n\nRegister through IVAT\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-mega-specialized-risk-assessment-virtual-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T133000
DTSTAMP:20260724T210203Z
CREATED:20260724T210203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T210203Z
UID:10001637-1788955200-1788960600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IVAT | Burn Out vs. Burning Questions: Implications to Guide Intimate Partner Violence Treatment
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWorking in the field of domestic violence is an intense area of therapy or advocacy\, that requires often hearing disturbing information\, disseminating such information and the onus to demonstrate creating not just change\, but safety.  As well\, unlike other therapists in some areas\, those working with IPV\, may sometimes work with populations that do not wish to see them\, lack motivation or responsibility\, or be at risk of hurting others or being harmed.  What complicates that work is that best efforts may in fact not succeed or efforts at helping may be hampered by other systems and factors beyond one’s control or power of influence.  The ability to do this work\, refreshed and effectively with healthy attitudes and compassion\, requires professionals to be mindful of\, in fact prepared for the inevitable signs of burn out or fatigue.  To have healthy conversations that generate useful and practical remedies to that path is vital. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will be able to identify their won hot buttons or triggers\, and how that may result in their own burn out.\nParticipants will be able to name effective strategies for dealing with and potentially avoiding burn out.\nParticipant will have the opportunity to identify repeating themes and stresses arising from structural barriers\, and develop strategies for meeting these roadblocks.\n\nRegister through IVAT\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ivat-burn-out-vs-burning-questions-implications-to-guide-intimate-partner-violence-treatment/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T213603Z
CREATED:20260818T213603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T213603Z
UID:10001688-1788951600-1788955200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA AIMWell Informational Call
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe AIMWell training equips Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs)\, Victim Advocates\, and multidisciplinary team members with practical tools to ensure more children access and complete the mental health services needed for healing. Participants begin with a 4-hour training on the Care Process Model (CPM) Screener—a brief\, standardized tool that helps VAs identify trauma symptoms\, safety concerns\, and mental health needs\, while guiding meaningful conversations with caregivers. Trainees then complete four pre-recorded webinars and join four weekly live calls focused on strengthening collaboration\, improving family engagement\, streamlining mental health processes\, and implementing evidence-based treatment pathways aligned with NCA standards. During the program\, participants are expected to use the CPM Screener with families in real time. \nRegister through NCA Mental Health Hub\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-aimwell-informational-call/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T113000
DTSTAMP:20260625T201613Z
CREATED:20260625T201613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T201613Z
UID:10001630-1788948000-1789039800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP Understanding AI-Generated CSAM
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nThis 90-minute session covers the history and evolution of machine learning\, AI\, and generative AI\, highlighting their use in creating realistic media. It explores the ethical and legal risks\, including AI’s connection to CSAM. The session also provides strategies for addressing legal challenges related to AI-generated content and reviews current legislation and future regulatory issues. \n\n\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-understanding-ai-generated-csam/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260818T213651Z
CREATED:20260818T213347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T213651Z
UID:10001687-1788865200-1788874200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA The Care Process Model Screener Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Child Traumatic Stress Care Process Model (CPM) was developed through a collaboration of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah and the Center for Safe and Healthy Families at Intermountain Healthcare’s Primary Children’s Hospital.  CPM is a brief screening and response protocol guiding the identification of\, and response to\, traumatic stress in children seen in healthcare and other pediatric settings\, such as primary care clinics and Children’s Advocacy Centers.  CPM uses several different tools to screen for trauma exposure (recent and remote events)\, suicidality and self-harm\, and traumatic stress symptoms. \nPrerequisite Training\n2-hour on-demand CPM training: CPM – Utah PIPS  \nRegister through NCA Mental Health Hub\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-the-care-process-model-screener-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T140000
DTSTAMP:20260818T211428Z
CREATED:20260818T211428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T211428Z
UID:10001682-1788436800-1788444000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH | Equity in Action: Bias\, Identity\, and Culturally Grounded Practices
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training invites participants into the real work of equity — work that begins with our own identities\, lived experiences\, and the narratives we were taught about ourselves and others. We move beyond surface-level conversations about “culture” and “bias” and step into a deeper exploration of how identity\, interpretation\, and systemic patterns shape our daily interactions with children\, families\, and communities. \nTogether\, we will examine how labels\, assumptions\, and inherited narratives influence the way we see behavior\, communicate\, and make decisions. We will also explore how broader systems and expectations create patterns of harm\, even when our intentions are good. Through reflection\, discussion\, and practical strategies\, participants will learn how to shift from automatic reactions to more grounded\, dignity-centered responses. \nThis work is guided by the lived experiences and wisdom of communities who have navigated inequity for generations. Their insight serves as essential knowledge for building practices and systems that honor humanity\, belonging\, and cultural context. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReflect on how identity\, lived experience\, and inherited narratives shape our interpretations and responses in early childhood and community-based environments.\nRecognize how systems\, policies\, and expectations create or reinforce inequities\, and identify where these patterns show up in everyday practice.\nApply practical\, culturally grounded strategies to interrupt harmful narratives\, strengthen relationships\, and create environments where children and families experience dignity and belonging.\nIdentify how labels and assumptions impact children and families\, and practice shifting toward more affirming\, context-aware approaches.\n\nRegister Through MACMH
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-equity-in-action-bias-identity-and-culturally-grounded-practices/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Equity,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTSTAMP:20260323T194247Z
CREATED:20260323T194247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T194247Z
UID:10001535-1788393600-1788566399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nSafe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter prepares Child Advocacy Centers (CACs) and other organization to present a child abuse prevention and body safety curriculum within their communities. Safe and Strong Child© is recognized by the National Children’s Alliance as an approved prevention curriculum for CAC accreditation. \nSafe and Strong Child© body safety curriculum is grounded in evidence-based practices for preventing child abuse. It features age-appropriate classroom lessons delivered through engaging methods such as storytelling\, role play\, and song\, all within a supportive and non-threatening environment. The curriculum also includes presentations and valuable resources and guidance for teachers and caregivers to further bolster child safety. \nIn the Safe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter course\, participants will learn how to: \n\nDeliver the Safe and Strong Child© program to students\, school staff\, and caregivers\nEffectively use Safe and Strong Child© materials\nCoordinate a comprehensive community prevention education program\nHandle various classroom scenarios\n\nPlease note\, this course is designed to prepare participants to present Safe and Strong Child® directly but does not prepare participants to train others on curriculum presentation. \nParticipants will receive electronic copies of the Safe and Strong Child© curriculum\, presentation aids\, and coordination documentation. For organizations eager to launch their Safe and Strong Child© program\, a physical Safe and Strong Child® Kit is available for purchase as an add-on during registration. \nRegister for Safe and Strong Child© Train the Presenter\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-and-strong-child-train-the-presenter-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Body Safety
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T151500
DTSTAMP:20260728T190839Z
CREATED:20260728T190839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T190839Z
UID:10001653-1788271200-1788275700@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | When Home Becomes a Housing Unit: How to Minimize the Impact Your Profession Has on Your Personal Life
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this line of work\, it’s easy to bring the job home—even when you don’t mean to. \nThe mindset. The hyper-vigilance. The silence. The need for control. The emotional distance. They sneak in—until home starts to feel more like a housing unit than a safe place to land. \nIn this candid and compelling webinar\, author and correctional wellness advocate William Young explores how the job can quietly reshape how we think\, feel\, and connect with the people we love. From parenting like a CO to struggling with emotional shutdown\, this session offers honest insight and practical strategies to help you draw a clearer line between work and home—and start reclaiming your life. \nLearning Objectives\n\nHow the correctional mindset spills into personal relationships\nWhy emotional detachment becomes second nature and how to reconnect\nWays to protect your marriage\, your family\, and your identity\nTools to create psychological and emotional separation between your role and your relationships\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-when-home-becomes-a-housing-unit-how-to-minimize-the-impact-your-profession-has-on-your-personal-life/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T131500
DTSTAMP:20260728T190500Z
CREATED:20260728T190500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T190500Z
UID:10001652-1788264000-1788268500@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse: Closing the 'PAWS Gap' in Victim Advocacy through Pet-Inclusive Services
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nA significant “PAWS Gap” (People and Animals Welfare and Safety) exists in victim advocacy\, social work\, and social services. Too often\, trainings and practices overlook how deeply clients’ bonds with their pets impact risk factors\, decision-making\, and overall well-being. This gap can be especially critical in cases of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and elder abuse\, which are frequently preceded by warning signs of animal cruelty. \nThis webinar explores how applying the “3 Rs” — Recognition\, Response\, and Referral — can help close the PAWS Gap. Attendees will learn about the documented Link between animal abuse and human violence\, as well as the potential of animal-assisted interventions to support healing and resilience. The session outlines nine opportunities for pet-inclusive advocacy\, six reasons to consider the human-animal bond in service delivery\, and actionable strategies for integrating these concepts into work with specific populations. \nPet-inclusive victim advocacy offers a powerful opportunity to strengthen services and uphold the profession’s commitment to protecting all vulnerable members of society. \nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-closing-the-paws-gap-in-victim-advocacy-through-pet-inclusive-services/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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