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SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse: Understanding PTSD and Officers
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nPTSD looks different inside policing\, and this webinar takes a clear and practical look at why. \nAttendees will learn how trauma builds over time\, how it shows up in behavior\, decision making\, performance\, and personal life\, and why many officers hesitate to seek help even when symptoms are obvious to others. \nThe webinar will explore causes\, risk factors unique to law enforcement\, and common co-occurring challenges such as depression or substance use. Participants will also learn strategies for peer and supervisory support\, evidence-based treatment options\, and steps agencies can take to build trauma-informed systems of care. \nThis webinar is designed for sworn personnel\, peer support teams\, supervisors\, and wellness coordinators who want a grounded understanding of PTSD and how to reduce stigma while strengthening resilience. \nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-understanding-ptsd-and-officers/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T151500
DTSTAMP:20260507T215528Z
CREATED:20260507T215116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T215528Z
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SUMMARY:IHS | Building Neuro-Inclusive & Trauma-Responsive Workplaces
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis 3-hour intermediate-level course is for an array of human services professionals\, including social workers\, psychologists\, counselors\, and others who are working in child welfare and related careers. \nPeople’s brains are unique\, including yours\, your colleagues\, and your clients. Neurodiversity describes the ways that unique brains process and respond to the world. Trauma can be a contributing factor to some forms of neurodivergence\, and being neurodivergent can result in increased levels of trauma. Human services work is complex. Using strategies that routinely support all kinds of brains increases the well-being and safety of everyone involved. Trauma Responsive and Neuro-Inclusive strategies go well together. We will discuss ways to incorporate these strategies at the individual\, team\, and organizational levels. This intermediate-level virtual course is for an array of human services professionals\, including social workers\, psychologists\, counselors\, and others who are working in child welfare and related careers. \nLearning Objectives \n\n\nDescribe the concepts of Neurodiversity and Neuro-inclusion as they relate to human services work.  \n\n\nDiscuss the way Neurodiversity and Trauma interact with each other\, impacting people’s needs and behaviors. \n\n\nExplain how trauma-responsive practices and neuro-inclusive practices support and build on one another to benefit human services work. \n\n\nRegister Through IHS\nRegister by Thursday\, August\, 13\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-building-neuro-inclusive-trauma-responsive-workplaces/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260728T201420Z
CREATED:20260728T201420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T201420Z
UID:10001666-1787130000-1787140800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits Building an Effective Executive Director and Board Chair Partnership
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIt has often been said that a healthy relationship between the board chair and executive director goes a long way toward building an effective organization.  Does this partnership take work?  You bet it does\, but it’s well worth the effort to help the nonprofit accomplish its mission\, as well as to minimize the stress of the board and staff. \nWe recommend the nonprofit’s executive director and board chair attend this session together to explore their critical relationship and to discuss how they will support each other in leading their organization to success. \nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-building-an-effective-executive-director-and-board-chair-partnership/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTSTAMP:20260625T195523Z
CREATED:20260625T195523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T195523Z
UID:10001623-1787097600-1787270399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nAdverse childhood experiences (ACES) and trauma can have lasting impacts on health and well-being. This training equips you with practical skills to support individuals who have experienced trauma. \nWho Should Attend\nProfessionals working with children and families: educators\, administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare workers\, and victim advocates. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand ACEs and their impact on well-being.\nLearn how trauma affects brain physiology.\nDefine Trauma-Informed Care and its workplace applications.\nDevelop actionalbe strategies for working with youth and adults.\nStrengthen community capacity to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\n\n\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T143000
DTSTAMP:20260625T162734Z
CREATED:20260625T162734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T162734Z
UID:10001622-1787058000-1787063400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP | The Sextortion Crisis: What Child Protection Professionals Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nLearn how AI-driven sextortion weaponizes shame to target teens\, why it moves so fast\, and practical\, trauma-informed ways to respond. \n\n\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-the-sextortion-crisis-what-child-protection-professionals-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T152649Z
CREATED:20260324T200218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T152649Z
UID:10001547-1787050800-1787056200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:ZAP Munchausen by Proxy and Medical Child Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\n\n\nMunchausen by Proxy Abuse continues to be under-recognized by those empowered to protect children. \n\n\n\n\nMunchausen by Proxy and Medical Child Abuse: Updates for Interdisciplinary Practice \nMunchausen by Proxy Abuse\, also known as Medical Child Abuse\, continues to be under-recognized by those empowered to protect children. Recent high-profile cases have brought Munchausen by Proxy Abuse and Medical Child Abuse (MBPA/MCA) under greater public awareness and scrutiny. This training provides updates for child protection\, legal\, medical\, and mental health professionals. A pediatrician\, forensic psychologist\, and attorney will share best practices that facilitate determining whether this type of abuse is occurring in the context of custody disputes\, healthcare\, education\, or therapy. Munchausen Support is a non-profit foundation dedicated to supporting survivors\, educating professionals\, and providing resources to anyone who seeks help confirming whether their concerns should be taken seriously\, and steps to confirm or dispel whether abuse should be reported. We discuss our model of providing free online support groups as a trauma-informed and evidence-based modality. The impact of recent media legal cases and media coverage regarding MBPA/MCA will be explored. \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives\n\nOutline protocols for an interdisciplinary approach to investigating MCA\nIdentify barriers to protecting victims of MBPA/MCA\nDiscuss trauma-informed responses to MBPA/MCA survivors and non-offending family members\nDiscuss the implication of recent court cases and media coverage on mandated reporters of MBPA/MCA\n\nRegister through ZAP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zap-munchausen-by-proxy-and-medical-child-abuse/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Medical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T131500
DTSTAMP:20260728T185630Z
CREATED:20260728T185630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T185630Z
UID:10001649-1786968000-1786972500@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | Building Your Leadership Bench: Future Proofing for Workforce Shifts and Leadership Gaps
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe workplace is changing fast. Hybrid return-to-office decisions\, accelerating automation\, Gen Z’s entry into the workforce\, and the looming wave of retirements are reshaping how work gets done. These shifts expose weak points that can lead to leadership gaps\, knowledge loss\, and management breakdowns\, slowing execution and eroding culture. \nIn this webinar\, Dr. Sarah Skidmore\, CEO of The Leadership Hospital\, introduces a practical\, repeatable approach to building a resilient leadership bench by investing in leader development at every level. Drawing on real-world experience\, she shares the Leader Maturity Model\, a framework designed to help organizations take an honest look at how leaders are developed\, where gaps exist\, and where targeted investments will make the greatest difference. \nRather than relying on ad hoc training or waiting until leadership vacancies appear\, participants will learn how to proactively assess their current development efforts\, identify succession risks early\, and make informed decisions that strengthen leadership capacity over time. \nThis session is designed for leaders who want a clear\, usable way to think about leadership development as a system\, not a series of disconnected programs. \nLearning Objectives\n\nA clear understanding of how workforce shifts can quietly weaken leadership pipelines if left unaddressed.\nA practical framework for assessing leadership development efforts across roles and levels.\nInsight into how to identify gaps\, surface risks\, and prioritize development moves that build a stronger\, more resilient leadership bench\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-building-your-leadership-bench-future-proofing-for-workforce-shifts-and-leadership-gaps/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTSTAMP:20260304T203613Z
CREATED:20260304T203613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T203613Z
UID:10001511-1786924800-1787270399@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 Monday\, August 3\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-18/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T162812Z
CREATED:20260625T162529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T162812Z
UID:10001621-1786528800-1786536000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA | Breaking Barriers: Supporting Youth with Problematic Sexual Behaviors in Rural Areas
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nBy the end of this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDifferentiate between developmentally typical sexual behaviors and problematic sexual behaviors in children and adolescents.\nIdentify protective factors\, supportive language\, and strategies that promote positive outcomes for youth exhibiting problematic sexual behaviors.\nDescribe practical approaches for supporting treatment for youth and families impacted by PSB in rural communities.\n\nRegister through National Children’s Alliance\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-breaking-barriers-supporting-youth-with-problematic-sexual-behaviors-in-rural-areas/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Problematic Sexual Behaviors
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T131500
DTSTAMP:20260728T185314Z
CREATED:20260728T185314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T185314Z
UID:10001648-1786449600-1786454100@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | What Healing Looks Like: Youth with Trauma Histories
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhat does true healing look like for youth who’ve experienced trauma? This webinar explores one of the most well-established models in trauma recovery—Dr. Judith Herman’s four-stage framework—and brings it to life with practical\, real-world examples. \nWe’ll walk through each stage of healing with clear illustrations\, from how “Mourning and Remembrance” might show up in a young child who has experienced sexual abuse\, to how models like Seeking Safety can support teens navigating both trauma and substance use. Along the way\, we’ll highlight actionable system recommendations for frontline providers. \nThe heart of this session centers on two powerful truths: \n\n\nTrauma disconnects—healing reconnects. \n\n\nBeing seen and heard is the opposite of being traumatized. \n\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-what-healing-looks-like-youth-with-trauma-histories/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260819
DTSTAMP:20260324T164327Z
CREATED:20260313T161421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T164327Z
UID:10001518-1786406400-1787097599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Child Forensic Interview Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC’s 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 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. Members of existing multidisciplinary child abuse investigation teams including Child Advocacy Centers (CACs)\, professionals who are responsible for conducting child forensic interviews for police agencies and government-sponsored child protection agencies\, and child abuse pediatric fellows are the target audience for APSAC’s Child Forensic Interview Clinics. The APSAC Clinic is an initial training for these professionals who conduct in-depth forensic investigative interviews of children who may have experienced or witnessed maltreatment\, exploitation\, neglect or other crimes. The Clinic is not appropriate for and will not accept professionals who conduct child interviews for other purposes. \nTo meet the criteria for attendance\, you must be one of the following: \n\nEndorsed by a CAC as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\nEndorsed by a police agency as someone who is or will be responsible for conducting in-depth forensic interviews of children on a regular basis.\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 participants 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.(Exceptions are extremely limited and 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. \nRegister Through APSAC\nThis is a virtual event & participants are required to attend all 5 days.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-child-forensic-interview-clinics-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTSTAMP:20260430T153916Z
CREATED:20260430T153916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T153916Z
UID:10001568-1786406400-1786579199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Supervision of Child Forensic Interviewers
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic interviewing with children and adolescents demands more than training—it requires strategy. This advanced training equips supervisors with the tools to coach and elevate interviewers across four essential areas: question typology\, protocol adherence\, social support\, and critical thinking. Practical guidance and adaptations will be provided for all experience levels—helping your team grow with confidence and consistency. \nThis training is open to those having previous and/or ongoing experience in conducting forensic interviews and are currently responsible for the skill development and support of other interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Tuesday\, July 28\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-supervision-of-child-forensic-interviewers-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T131500
DTSTAMP:20260728T185137Z
CREATED:20260728T185137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T185137Z
UID:10001647-1786017600-1786022100@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Justice Clearinghouse | Handle with Care: Supporting Children After Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nHandle With Care (HWC) is a multidisciplinary approach designed to support children who have recently experienced traumatic events\, also known as Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). These events may include exposure to violence\, substance misuse\, mental illness\, abuse\, neglect\, or other household challenges. \nThe HWC strategy begins with law enforcement or first responders who encounter a child at the scene of a potentially traumatic incident. They then send a confidential notice to the child’s school with only the child’s name\, age\, school\, and three simple but powerful words: Handle With Care. No other details are shared. This allows school staff to be prepared to provide trauma-informed support\, without needing to know the specifics of what occurred. \nSchools are uniquely positioned to offer stability and care for children navigating trauma. With timely\, coordinated communication from first responders\, educators and school counselors can respond with empathy and awareness\, minimizing the impact of trauma and helping children build resilience. \nThis webinar will explore how Handle With Care can be implemented across various systems to create safer and more supportive school environments for vulnerable youth. Ideal for law enforcement\, school administrators\, mental health providers\, and agency partners\, the webinar will highlight real-world practices that ensure children exposed to trauma aren’t just seen—but supported. \nLearning Objective\n\nUnderstand how trauma and ACEs impact children’s behavior\, learning\, and relationships.\nDescribe how schools\, law enforcement\, and mental health providers can coordinate support.\nExplore how to replicate the Handle With Care model in your own community.\n\nRegister Through Justice Clearinghouse\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/justice-clearinghouse-handle-with-care-supporting-children-after-trauma/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260728T201456Z
CREATED:20260728T201212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T201456Z
UID:10001665-1785844800-1785848400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Dashboards: Making Your Data Work for You
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLearn how to make your data – from community impact to financial information – more digestible and useful for making decisions. In this webinar\, we’ll discuss the purpose and use of dashboard reports\, learn the components of useful dashboard reports\, and share some examples. \nThis webinar will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-dashboards-making-your-data-work-for-you/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260803T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T213921Z
CREATED:20260507T213921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T213921Z
UID:10001593-1785758400-1785765600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Working with Families Impacted by Parental Depressive Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis intermediate-level training is designed to support caseworkers\, social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other helping professionals who are working alongside families impacted by a parental diagnosis of a Depressive Disorder. \nWhen parents suffer from mental illness\, the entire family is impacted. This training explores the effect on children when their parents have a Depressive Disorder mental health diagnosis. Participants will also engage in an exercise to help them have greater empathy for parents who struggle with Depressive Disorders. This training offers practical recommendations for facilitating support and change for parents who may struggle with their symptoms. Participants will also develop informal action plans to support their professional work with families. \nThis intermediate-level training is designed to support caseworkers\, social workers\, counselors\, psychologists\, and other helping professionals who are working alongside families impacted by a parental diagnosis of a Depressive Disorder. This informative session will include a didactic lecture\, group interaction\, personal reflection\, and time for Q&A.  \nLearning Objectives \n\n\nDescribe at least 5 key effects a Depressive Disorder may have on a parent’s ability to parent. \n\n\nIdentify at least 3 core strategies to work more effectively with families impacted by a parental diagnosis of a Depressive Disorder. \n\n\nDevelop an action plan to assist them in their work with families impacted by a parental diagnosis of Depressive Disorder \n\n\nRegister Through IHS\nRegister by Monday\, July 27\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-working-with-families-impacted-by-parental-depressive-disorders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260507T212313Z
CREATED:20260507T212313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T212313Z
UID:10001592-1785499200-1785506400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Working with Angry Teens
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin our comprehensive professional course led by an experienced clinician\, designed specifically to address anger management in teens. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the factors contributing to adolescent anger\, alongside practical strategies and therapeutic techniques for effective intervention. Participants will gain valuable insights into creating supportive environments that promote healthy emotional expression and resilience in teens. Through this interactive session with case studies and hands-on activities\, attendees will be equipped with the tools and confidence needed to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals struggling with anger issues. \nAdditionally\, participants will learn how to identify underlying triggers\, recognize early warning signs\, and implement proactive measures to prevent escalation. Proven methods for de-escalation\, conflict resolution\, and promoting positive behavior change will be discussed. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify at least 3 factors contributing to anger in teens\, through exploration of the latest research\, case studies\, and real-world examples.\nRecognize early warning signs of anger in teens.\nUtilize practical intervention skills for managing and reducing anger in teens\, including therapeutic strategies such as de-escalation\, conflict resolution\, and proactive prevention techniques.\nIntegrate strategies to help teens identify underlying triggers to their anger.\nCreate supportive environments that promote emotional well-being and resilience for teens. the components of sexual and reproductive anatomy and physiology\, and how to incorporate this information into work with children and families.\n\nRegister Through IHS\nThis training course if free but $10 to receive continuing education credits.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-working-with-angry-teens-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTSTAMP:20260324T163656Z
CREATED:20260304T202425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T163656Z
UID:10001506-1785196800-1785283199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren exhibiting problematic sexual behaviors may be referred for a forensic interview. CAC forensic interviewers whose mission is to interview children about potential maltreatment they have experienced and not as offenders find themselves balancing their mandate with the goals of investigators and concerned parents. This training will provide information to help forensic interviewers distinguish normative from problematic sexual behavior in children\, identify potential contributing factors to the behavior\, dispel common misconceptions about these behaviors and children\, and have a more robust and evidence-informed response to these cases. Interview adaptations and recommendations will be provided. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies as well as the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Tuesday\, July 14\, 2026 \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-with-problematic-sexual-behaviors-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T201110Z
CREATED:20260518T201110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201110Z
UID:10001613-1784804400-1784826000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:RCAC Foundations of CAC Family Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis virtual training\, formerly known as The Advocate’s Role in the Multidisciplinary Response to Child Abuse\, is intended to fulfill the 24.0 hours of core training for victim advocates required in the National Standards of Accreditation for Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). \nAccepted applicants must complete all pre-work to participate in the training and attend the training in full to receive the 24.0 hours of training credit. \nIt is highly encourage for individuals with less than five (5) years of experience to apply for this training and who have not yet completed the 24.0 hours of training required to meet the National Standards of Accreditation for CACs. The email confirming a participant’s acceptance will include all due dates. \nRegister Through RCAC\nApplications are due by Monday\, June 1\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/rcac-foundations-of-cac-family-advocacy/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T113000
DTSTAMP:20260226T225527Z
CREATED:20251008T202725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T225527Z
UID:10001365-1784800800-1784806200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Interviewing Individuals with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis session will explore how interviewing children and adults with disabilities differs from interviewing individuals without disabilities and will review best practices. Attendees will learn how to adjust the physical space for individuals with physical\, mental\, and/or developmental disabilities\, as well as how to adjust their interview question structure and phrasing. This session will begin with an overview of best practices surrounding working with individuals with disabilities in general. It will then dive into forensic interviewing best practices and applicable research on interviewing children and adults with disabilities. \nRegister at First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-interviewing-individuals-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T201110Z
CREATED:20260518T201110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201110Z
UID:10001612-1784718000-1784739600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:RCAC Foundations of CAC Family Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis virtual training\, formerly known as The Advocate’s Role in the Multidisciplinary Response to Child Abuse\, is intended to fulfill the 24.0 hours of core training for victim advocates required in the National Standards of Accreditation for Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). \nAccepted applicants must complete all pre-work to participate in the training and attend the training in full to receive the 24.0 hours of training credit. \nIt is highly encourage for individuals with less than five (5) years of experience to apply for this training and who have not yet completed the 24.0 hours of training required to meet the National Standards of Accreditation for CACs. The email confirming a participant’s acceptance will include all due dates. \nRegister Through RCAC\nApplications are due by Monday\, June 1\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/rcac-foundations-of-cac-family-advocacy/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T154257Z
CREATED:20260514T154257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T154257Z
UID:10001604-1784624400-1784631600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Assessing Financial Health of Your Nonprofit Organization
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn a constantly shifting nonprofit landscape\, financial stability is on the forefront of everyone’s mind. Join Propel Nonprofits for a workshop designed to help nonprofit leaders assess their organization’s financial health. \nThis session will guide you through 10 key indicators of financial health\, blending both financial metrics and leadership practices that contribute to long-term sustainability. \nLearning Objectives\n\nAnalyze financial trends and ratios to understand your organization’s fiscal trajectory\nUse cash flow projections and operating reserves to plan for uncertainty\nReview budget-to-actual reports to make informed decisions\nEngage your board and finance committee in meaningful financial oversight\nAlign your strategic plan and succession planning with financial realities\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned executive director\, a board member\, or new to a nonprofit finance role\, this workshop offers tools\, examples\, and templates to help you move from financial uncertainty to financial strategy. \nWho Should Attend\n\nExecutive Directors\nFinance Staff\nBoard Members (especially Treasurers)\n\nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-assessing-financial-health-of-your-nonprofit-organization-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260324T165918Z
CREATED:20260108T185524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T165918Z
UID:10001451-1784203200-1784206800@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-2/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T201110Z
CREATED:20260518T201110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201110Z
UID:10001611-1784199600-1784221200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:RCAC Foundations of CAC Family Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis virtual training\, formerly known as The Advocate’s Role in the Multidisciplinary Response to Child Abuse\, is intended to fulfill the 24.0 hours of core training for victim advocates required in the National Standards of Accreditation for Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). \nAccepted applicants must complete all pre-work to participate in the training and attend the training in full to receive the 24.0 hours of training credit. \nIt is highly encourage for individuals with less than five (5) years of experience to apply for this training and who have not yet completed the 24.0 hours of training required to meet the National Standards of Accreditation for CACs. The email confirming a participant’s acceptance will include all due dates. \nRegister Through RCAC\nApplications are due by Monday\, June 1\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/rcac-foundations-of-cac-family-advocacy/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T133000
DTSTAMP:20260603T160845Z
CREATED:20260603T160845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T160845Z
UID:10001617-1784116800-1784122200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Sexual Health Conversations as an Ally to Trauma Treatment
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis workshop prepares attendees to initiate and respond to sexual health conversations with children\, youth\, parents\, and colleagues. Participants will learn how three practical tools — suspending judgment\, applying sexual health principles\, and using basic and specific sexual health terms — increase clinician confidence and client openness across the lifespan. Brief experiential exercises are woven throughout the training\, giving participants repeated opportunities to observe and practice the foundational conversation skills required for trauma-informed sexual health work. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDefine six sexual health principles\nIncrease their confidence and willingness to engage in sexual health discussion in trauma treamtent\nDescribe the intersectionality of sexual health of sexual health knowledge and trauma response and treatment\n\nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-sexual-health-conversations-as-an-ally-to-trauma-treatment/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T201110Z
CREATED:20260518T201110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T201110Z
UID:10001610-1784113200-1784134800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:RCAC Foundations of CAC Family Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis virtual training\, formerly known as The Advocate’s Role in the Multidisciplinary Response to Child Abuse\, is intended to fulfill the 24.0 hours of core training for victim advocates required in the National Standards of Accreditation for Children’s Advocacy Centers (CACs). \nAccepted applicants must complete all pre-work to participate in the training and attend the training in full to receive the 24.0 hours of training credit. \nIt is highly encourage for individuals with less than five (5) years of experience to apply for this training and who have not yet completed the 24.0 hours of training required to meet the National Standards of Accreditation for CACs. The email confirming a participant’s acceptance will include all due dates. \nRegister Through RCAC\nApplications are due by Monday\, June 1\, 2026.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/rcac-foundations-of-cac-family-advocacy/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Accreditation,Children's Advocacy Centers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260625T160823Z
CREATED:20260625T160823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T160823Z
UID:10001618-1784073600-1784246399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC Fundamentals in Victim Services 101
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nFundamentals in Victim Services Training is a virtual training for victim advocates to develop core knowledge and skills to provide victim-centered services. Topics covered in this training: \n\nThe Neurobiology of Trauma\nAdvocating within Systems\nExperienced Advocate Panel\nOccupational Identity Management and Preventing Burnout\nCrime Victims’ Rights\nFinancial Assistance for Crime Victims\nBias\, Privilege\, and Oppression\n\nFurthermore\, training participants will have opportunities to connect with one another and with experienced professionals with a range of knowledge and skills. \nRegister through the Minnesota Alliance on Crime\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-fundamentals-in-victim-services-101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260514T154049Z
CREATED:20260514T154049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T154049Z
UID:10001603-1783987200-1784073599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Child Sex Trafficking: From Suspicion to Disclosure
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nLearn basic techniques and strategies to enhance the likelihood of obtaining information from possible victims of child sex trafficking. Compare and contrast typical child sexual abuse cases with child sex trafficking (CST) cases and address the different points of entry into the criminal justice and welfare system for CST victims. Understand various disciplines’ roles and responsibilities and how they can contribute to a positive outcome of the CST case. Examine question strategy\, interview dynamics\, language use\, and interview suggestions. Discuss the business model of child sex trafficking as it relates to a variety of crimes\, including the use of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). This training is suitable for community correction officers\, law enforcement\, prosecutors\, social workers\, tribes/tribal workers\, and victim service workers. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the importance of an interviewer mindset and style\, and how different question strategies impact the accuracy of information gathered.\nLearn/improve fundamental skills of engagement with potential CST victims to maximize positive outcomes of future contacts with other professionals\nUnderstand the totality of the circumstances through interviews and observations and how these impact the total investigation.\nUnderstand how a continuum of care for the CST victim maximizes positive case outcomes\n\nRegister through NCJTC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-child-sex-trafficking-from-suspicion-to-disclosure-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Trafficking
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260304T202637Z
CREATED:20260304T202637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T202637Z
UID:10001507-1783900800-1784246399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Forensic Interviewing of Children Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) Forensic Interviewing of Children training is an internationally recognized\, research-informed and practice-informed intensive training. Participants will learn necessary skills to conduct a competent investigative interview of a child using the NCAC Child Forensic Interview (CFI) Structure. Participants will also be introduced to the evidence-based literature that supports the NCAC CFI Structure. This 4-day\, interactive training is facilitated by practicing forensic interviewers who are well-versed in the current literature. The training includes lectures\, skill-building activities\, guided discussions\, reflections\, and an interview practicum in a supportive environment with assessment and feedback provided by experienced interviewers. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by Saturday\, June 13\, 2026
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-forensic-interviewing-of-children-training-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T140000
DTSTAMP:20260625T161243Z
CREATED:20260625T161243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T161243Z
UID:10001619-1783602000-1783605600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA Implementing TF-CBT with Fidelity
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will focus on the balance between fidelity and flexibility in the implementation of TF-CBT.  Common implementation mistakes will be described as well as flexible strategies to implement the TF-CBT components. \nRegister through National Children’s Alliance\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-implementing-tf-cbt-with-fidelity/
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;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260520T195201Z
CREATED:20260520T195201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T195201Z
UID:10001615-1782378000-1782390600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MDH | Living with Vicarious Trauma: Practical Steps for Individuals Who Work with Victims/Survivors of Human Trafficking or Exploitation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDo you work with\, or have you worked with\, people who have experienced human trafficking or exploitation? \nIf so\, you already know this work doesn’t stay at the office. It follows you home in the faces you can’t forget\, the cases that keep you up\, and the weight that quietly accumulates over time. What many professionals experience\, including exhaustion\, cynicism\, emotional numbness\, hypervigilance\, boundary erosion\, depression\, physical discomfort (headaches\, stomach aches\, chronic pain or fatigue)\, even a loss of life meaning\, is not simply burnout\, and it has a name: vicarious trauma. It has symptoms. And for most people\, it goes unacknowledged until it becomes impossible to ignore. Come join the conversation on living with vicarious trauma. \nLearning Objectives\n\nExperience a safe environment for deepening their understanding about their own personal experience of vicarious trauma\, including opportunity for reflection and self-assessment.\nPractice and plan new individual and organizational strategies to heal from and mitigate future vicarious trauma in the workplace.\nCollaborative community support that normalizes the experience of vicarious trauma and equips attendees in their healing journeys.\n\nRegister Through MDH\nPlease note: This only virtual training.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mdh-living-with-vicarious-trauma-practical-steps-for-individuals-who-work-with-victims-survivors-of-human-trafficking-or-exploitation-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Trafficking
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