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SUMMARY:OVC TTAC – Best Practices for Providing Victim Services to American Indians and Alaska Natives
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThere can be many challenges in providing victim services to American Indian and Alaska Native communities\, including jurisdictional complexities\, cultural barriers\, historical trauma\, and resource disparities. What are some best practices that have been used successfully to provide effective victim services to this population? \nWatch the Webinar Through the Office for Victims of Crime \n*This is a webinar recording. \nView PowerPoint Slides here. \n  \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ovc-ttac-best-practices-for-providing-victim-services-to-american-indians-and-alaska-natives/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241204T204534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T165630Z
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SUMMARY:Changing the Narrative on Suicide and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTalking about mental health and suicide can be an uncomfortable and uncertain topic that brings up different feelings\, beliefs\, and attitudes for everyone. Changing the Narrative is an interactive conversation that empowers participants to change perceptions of mental health towards hope and resilience. The goal is to know that individuals are not alone\, help is available\, and healing is possible. \nThroughout the session\, participants will engage in dialog about being intentional in the words we are using. Certain ways of talking about mental health and suicide can alienate members of any community\, sensationalize the issue\, contribute to a decrease in help-seeking behavior\, or even present suicide as a glamorous\, preferred way of dealing with problems. Having healthy conversations about mental health and suicide avoids harmful messages that might increase suicide risk in individuals or undermine suicide prevention goals. By doing this safely\, it reduces stigma\, mitigates risks\, promotes help-seeking\, and respects all individuals. \nAbout the Trainer\n \nTanya Carter is the Suicide Prevention Unit Supervisor for the Minnesota Department of Health. Ms. Carter has 20 plus years of experience in community education programs\, program development\, and crisis intervention. She is passionate about suicide prevention and reducing the stigma related to mental illness. Prior to joining the Minnesota Department of Health\, Ms. Carter worked in tribal and county government\, coordinating and leading mental health\, mobile crisis\, and suicide prevention efforts in rural Minnesota. Ms. Carter is a safeTALK\, ASIST\, Postvention and CALM trainer. In her free time Ms. Carter enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children\, in the winter time you will find her on the ski slopes with her kids\, and in the summer months enjoying time at the lake\, the in-between seasons are spent biking the beautiful Minnesota bike trails. \nRegister Here\nThis training is free for all attendees. \n*Participants will be emailed a Zoom link one week prior and the day of the training. \nContinuing Education\nOne social work continuing education is provided.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/changing-the-narrative-on-suicide-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20250115T164321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T164321Z
UID:10001038-1737028800-1737032400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Prevention Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC is kicking off the new year by announcing their 2025 APSAC Prevention Series\, a monthly opportunity to learn from leading prevention experts. \nTraining Topics\nEvaluation of Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Policies in School Settings\nThursday\, January 16\, 2025 | Trainer: Bart Klika\, PhD\, MSW \nPrevention of Child Abuse: Public Health Approach\nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 | Trainer: Catherine Taylor\, PhD\, LCSW\, MPH \nTime to Get Serious: Child Sexual Abuse\nThursday\, March 20\, 2025 | Trainer: Jon R. PhD \nDriving Societal Change for Sexual Abuse & Saprea: Sexual Abuse Healing and Prevention Resources\nThursday\, April 17\, 2025 | Trainers: Chris Yadon\, MPA and Matt Hartvigsen \nAdvancing the CSA Field: Terminology Used in CSA Prevention – Field Survey Results\, and Prevent Together’s National Plan to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse/Exploitation\nThursday\, July 17\, 2025 | Trainer: Stacy Vaughan\, DSW\, CMSW \nSafeguarding in Sport\nThursday\, August 21\, 2025 | Trainer Katie Hanna \nDarkness to Light’s New Stewards of Children\nThursday\, September 18\, 2025 | Rhonda Newton\, MEd \nA Shift in Perspective: The Value of Utilizing a Universal Platform to STrengthen Child Abuse Prevention Efforts\nThursday\, October 16\, 2025 | Deborah Daro\, PhD\, MCP-HARC \nChild Abuse Prevention for Clergy & Faith Leaders\nThursday\, November 20\, 2025 | Darrell L. Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv \nNo Hit Zone: A Simple\, Low-Cost and Promising Solution to A Complex and Key Risk Factor for Child Maltreatment\nThursday\, December 18\, 2025 | Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd\, FAPSAC \nRegister Through APSAC\nThere are limited scholarships available. Apply by emailing apsac@apsac.org.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-prevention-series/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Body Safety,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241106T215215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T194757Z
UID:10000977-1736985600-1737158399@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/safe-and-strong-child-train-the-presenter-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Body Safety,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241125T202827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T202827Z
UID:10001001-1736942400-1736949600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Working Effectively with Substance Affected Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will assist family support and child welfare workers in understanding the process of addiction and recovery and how it affects the family. Participants will explore the risks and safety concerns associated with parental substance use disorders and how a family team can support a family in recovery. Information learned will be implemented in two case scenarios and shared as a group. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-working-effectively-with-substance-affected-families-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241106T221028Z
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UID:10000980-1736899200-1737071999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC Fundamentals in Victims Services
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe January 2025 Fundamentals 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. \nExpectations for the Virtual Format \nFundamentals in Victim Services will feature interactive modules to appeal to different styles of learning\, with a combination of lecture\, small group work in breakout sessions\, and opportunities for individual reflection. The number of attendees will be limited to 30 to maximize the quality of interaction. \nModules will take place live via Zoom. Attendees will be expected to actively participate\, using the chat to engage with presenters and other participants\, and turning on cameras and unmuting during large group discussions and breakout sessions. \nMAC will award a certificate of completion to attendees who complete all the modules. Participants are expected to complete all sessions live. If you cannot attend a live session\, you must email us at training@mnallianceoncrime.org in advance to request an excused absence. Sessions may not be recorded. \nRegister Through MAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-fundamentals-in-victims-services/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241125T215345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T215345Z
UID:10001006-1736424000-1736434800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC | Internet of Things: Privacy Concerns - What Communities Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs the Internet of Things (IoT) becomes ubiquitous in our everyday lives there are privacy and security concerns that citizens should be aware of. This training will provide an overview of IoT and will teach law enforcement officials methods to engage with their communities to provide information about IoT privacy and security. Steps that community members can take to be safer with these devices\, and effective teaching strategies regarding prevention will be covered. \nRegister Through NCJTC\nRegister by Friday\, December 13\, 2024.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncjtc-internet-of-things-privacy-concerns-what-communities-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="National Criminal Justice Training Center Fox Valley Technical College":MAILTO:info@ncjtc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20250106T165248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T165248Z
UID:10001022-1736424000-1736429400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC | Engaging with Telemental Health for Child Trauma Treatment: The Benefits and Importance of Having an Active Telemental Health Program
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar will provide attendees 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\, (3)\, an overview of Western Regional Children’s Advocacy Center’s revamped Telemental Health Resource Center that will highlight resources and supports related to implementing telemental health networks and services and a discussion of the importance of continuing to engage with TMH services\, and (4)\, National Children’s Alliance’s telemental health resources for Children’s Advocacy Centers. \nRegister Through APSAC\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-engaging-with-telemental-health-for-child-trauma-treatment-the-benefits-and-importance-of-having-an-active-telemental-health-program/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241125T202657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T202657Z
UID:10001000-1736337600-1736344800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Working Effectively with Substance Affected Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will assist family support and child welfare workers in understanding the process of addiction and recovery and how it affects the family. Participants will explore the risks and safety concerns associated with parental substance use disorders and how a family team can support a family in recovery. Information learned will be implemented in two case scenarios and shared as a group. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-working-effectively-with-substance-affected-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250111
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241125T203218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T203218Z
UID:10001002-1736294400-1736553599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Overview of Best Practices in Child Forensic Interviewing
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChild forensic interviews often provide key evidence to guide further investigation and to support decisions made about whether to pursue criminal prosecutions in cases involving maltreatment\, exploitation\, or exposure to violence\, as well as civil child protection interventions. Consequently\, many professionals have an interest in how these interviews are conducted and can benefit from an understanding of best practices in child forensic interviewing. This knowledge-based training will provide an overview of foundational principles and basic concepts for any professional who wishes to learn about current best practices in child forensic interviewing and APSAC’s 2023 Practice Guidelines on Forensic Interviewing of Children. \nRegister Through APSAC\n*Participants must attend all 3 days in order to receive certificates of completion and CEs \nRegistration\n\nMember Registration: $575\nNon-Member Registration: $750\n12 CE Credits (Social Work & Psychology): $40
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-overview-of-best-practices-in-child-forensic-interviewing/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20250106T212916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T212916Z
UID:10001032-1736150400-1736182800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Treasurer/Finance Committee: Right People\, Right Roles
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWere you just elected board treasurer or to the finance committee\, and you’re not sure what to do? Or are you an executive director or board chair with a new board treasurer who needs some finance confidence to carry out their role? This session is geared toward helping new treasurers and finance committee members (or current ones looking for a refresher) be successful in their role. We will cover tools and practices that can help board treasurers develop finance skills\, ask strategic financial questions\, lead board development in finance\, and keep the numbers connected to the mission. \nThis workshop will have closed captioning available through the online service Otter.ai. \nPropel workshops are not recorded. \nAll Propel trainings are in Central Time. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits\nRegistration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Your space is guaranteed upon receipt of the registration fee. Online payment is made using the registration link associated with your selected training. Registration fees may also be paid by check. Make checks payable to Propel Nonprofits. Checks must be received prior to event to complete registration and guarantee space. \nRegistrations canceled prior to the start of a training receive a full refund or credit transferable for you or another person to attend a future scheduled workshop. No refunds or credits will be granted for no-shows. To cancel or adjust reservations prior to the event\, contact training@propelnonprofits.org
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-treasurer-finance-committee-right-people-right-roles/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241125T201113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T201113Z
UID:10000998-1735905600-1735918200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS Trauma Lab
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nOur world is hazardous. And our kids often get caught in the cross-fire. Whether the crisis is a terrorist act or as individual as a parent dying\, this lab will give hands-on approaches participants can use to help clients work through trauma issues. Sometimes\, as much as we try\, words in session\, words spoken in care\, often seem to fall on deaf ears. Or sometimes the opposite is true; words spoken trigger such strong emotions\, the client starts to relive the trauma. \nTrauma Lab is designed to help you develop Learning Bridges—hands-on practical approaches that can be used in clinical and non-clinical settings to help children and youth to process their trauma without the use of a lot of words. For example\, hand them a pencil and ask them to break it. The client may be able to relate their trauma experiences to the very real\, tangible broken pencil. At that point\, they may be better able to process the effects of trauma in their life. End that same session with a broken pencil by having them write or draw something and help them see that trauma does not ruin everything. \nThis intermediate-level training is appropriate for counselors\, social workers\, psychologists\, other helping professionals\, and foster caregivers working with children and youth who have experienced life-altering traumatic events. Participants will acquire helpful tools to better support the healing journey for those who have been traumatized. Download the flyer here. \nLearning Objectives\n\nIdentify practical strategies for guiding children and youth through their trauma issues\nDevelop skills to work through quiet and/or resistant youth\nExplore how to move beyond dialogue by using active learning techniques with traumatized children and youth\n\nAbout Trainer\nJim Still-Pepper\, MA\, LSW is the Director of Community Based Clinical Services at Allwell Behavioral Health Services Inc.\, a community mental health center where he has worked for over 3 decades striving to get clinical services out of the centers\, and into the community. Jim is the founder of Still Light Seminars LLC\, a motivational training and consulting company; he has trained nationally and internationally focusing on the mental health\, and care of\, children and adolescents. He is also an adjunct instructor in Ashland University’s Founders School of Continuing Education. He develops online courses around behavioral interventions and understanding the mental health of students. Jim has also authored or co-authored 7 books and has written almost 100 articles. On a side note\, he has had numerous poems published\, and his artwork and photography have appeared in galleries\, magazines\, and on greeting cards. \nRegister Through IHS\nRegistration is free. There is continuing education available for $15.00.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-trauma-lab/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241206T195539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T195539Z
UID:10001011-1734609600-1734613200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse | Engaging Caregivers in the Healing Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWinter Webinar Week is a FREE training opportunity with some of CornerHouse’s amazing trainers. This is a week full of virtual webinars during lunch\, where you can learn about a wide range of topics and ask any questions you have. \nHow do we observe caregivers’ emotional states and experiences while engaging in work with youth who have experienced abuse and trauma? How do we address non-offending caregiver engagement and participation in the services provided to their children? This presentation will explore trauma-informed approaches with tools and resources to engage caregivers in their child’s healing process. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn from CornerHouse therapists how to engage caregivers who have varied readiness and capacity for service utilization after their child discloses abuse/trauma.\nLearn ways to assess the caregiver’s trauma symptoms and the impact of the child’s trauma on the Caregiver so you can provide realistic and appropriate support to Caregivers and reduce barriers to Caregivers supporting their children through trauma and healing.\nLearn ways to join with Caregivers of your clients and build a collaborative relationship.\nDiscuss approaches for weaving a stronger thread of empathy between Caregiver and Child.\nDiscuss providers’ care of our nervous systems in the presence of Caregivers and their trauma responses.\n\nRegister Through CornerHouse\n*Please note – the capacity of this training is 100 attendees. The Zoom session will open at 11:45 AM\, and only the first 100 attendees to join will be admitted. We recommend that if you are part of a bigger group that would like to attend\, that you login to zoom under one account.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-engaging-caregivers-in-the-healing-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241206T195206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T195206Z
UID:10001010-1734523200-1734526800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse Forensic Interviewing for Vulnerable Adults – What We Have Learned in the Past 35 Years
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWinter Webinar Week is a FREE training opportunity with some of CornerHouse’s amazing trainers. This is a week full of virtual webinars during lunch\, where you can learn about a wide range of topics and ask any questions you have. \nMuch attention has been given to the development of effective\, trauma-informed forensic interviewing protocols that respond to allegations of abuse\, neglect\, and exploitation of children and adolescents. The reality is elderly and vulnerable adult populations also have unique needs and are similarly deserving of practices that are reflective of these needs. The research (science) and practice-informed (art) investigator knows by using forensic interviews in adult protection investigations\, there will be many benefits\, to all parties. As CornerHouse celebrates 35 years of service\, we look back to the history of forensic interviewing and learn about the why. In this training\, participants will gain an introduction into the art of conducting a CornerHouse Forensic Interview™\, which has now been adapted to meet the unique needs of all populations. As a forensic interview must be based on both art and science\, participants will be provided with the cutting edge of research into the why and how of conducting a forensic interview. By gaining this knowledge\, learners will increase their effectiveness and competency in conducting thorough investigations as well as defending these investigations and forensic interviews in the court room \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the history of forensic interviewing and how that shaped the protocols today.\nRecognize how the art and science of forensic interviewing can be applied to other populations with unique needs.\nBuild confidence in speaking about the research and best practices of forensic interviewing.\n\nRegister Through CornerHouse\n*Please note – the capacity of this training is 100 attendees. The Zoom session will open at 11:45 AM\, and only the first 100 attendees to join will be admitted. We recommend that if you are part of a bigger group that would like to attend\, that you login to zoom under one account.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-forensic-interviewing-for-vulnerable-adults-what-we-have-learned-in-the-past-35-years/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241121T224021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T224021Z
UID:10000996-1734519600-1734526800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin | Multidimensional Family Therapy: The Proven Family-Centered Treatment for Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will describe the clinical model and evidence base of Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT)\, a comprehensive\, development-promoting intervention for adolescent and young adult substance abuse and delinquency.  MDFT has been developed since 1985 in a series of randomized clinical trials in the U.S. and Western Europe. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-multidimensional-family-therapy-the-proven-family-centered-treatment-for-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20240930T154919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T155021Z
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SUMMARY:CalTrin Social Connections
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDuring this session\, we will discuss everyday strategies to help families value\, build\, sustain\, and use positive and healthy social connections. This session will be presented in an engaging lecture format. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReview how helping families build and use social connections helps keep families strong and prevents child abuse and neglect\nIdentify key strategies and everyday actions that create inclusive environments\, facilitate mutual support around parenting\, and promote engagement in the community.\nExplore what it means for families to build\, sustain\, and use social connections in a strength-based way.\nShare Protective Factors resources for providers and families\n\nRequired Pre-Work\n\nReview the Center for the Study of Social Policy Strengthening Families website\nRead about Strengthening Families and the Strengthening Families Framework (2pp)\nReview The Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Handout (CSSP)\n\nMeet the Speaker\nJessical Mattly | Training Coordinator at CalTrin \nAs a Training Coordinator for CalTrin\, Jessica’s primary goal is to ensure staff\, administrators\, and stakeholders working in child abuse prevention services have access to quality training and resources. Her experience in the area of Human Resources and Training & Development has focused on designing\, implementing\, and facilitating engaging and interactive learning programs for leaders and direct staff.  Jessica is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and a Certified Master Trainer with the Association (ATD). She is also Certified in the areas of Bringing the Protective Factors Framework to Life In Your Work (Children’s Trust Fund Alliance) and the Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support (National Family Support Network). \nRegister Through CalTrin
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-social-connections/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
UID:10000636-1734440400-1734444000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:The New York Foundling & APSAC Webinar Series on Controversial Topics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAPSAC and the New York Foundling are presenting webinar series on controversial topics. See below for more information and dates on each webinar. \nWebinar Series\nOnline Sexual Abuse of Children and Youth\nPresented by David Finkelhor\, PhD. | Wednesday\, February 14\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis workshop will review recent research on the varieties of online abuse of children\, and highlight misconceptions and stereotypes that inhibit effective practice and awareness. It will discuss prevention strategies\, and put particular emphasis on the evidence-based track record of comprehensive prevention education. It will suggest better prevention messages and content and flag areas where additional work needs to be done in crafting effective responses. It will put Online abuse in the context of all the varieties of child victimization and draw out the implications. \n“Just the Facts”: Best Practices for Minimal Facts Interviewing\nPresented by Thomas Lyon\, JD\, Ph.D | Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nComplexities of Child Serious Injury and Death Investigations \nPresented by Vincent J. Palusci\, MD\, MS and Leigh Bishop\, JD | Thursday\, May 9\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nThis webinar is designed to train multidisciplinary professionals about the investigation of serious injuries and fatalities in infants and toddlers and how to integrate investigations with medical and forensic findings. Participants will learn how to collect and interpret key findings in order to reach appropriate case determinations – free of social bias – and with all disciplines conducting thorough investigations and communicating clearly with each other to achieve the most accurate and just results on behalf of the child and the offender. \nIs Cannabis Legalization Really Impacting the Maltreatment of Children? The Highs and the Lows \nPresented by Stacie LeBlanc\, JD\, MEd and Darrell Armstrong\, Eds-MFT\, MDiv\, DDiv | Thursday\, July 25\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic Children Over-Reported\, Over-Substantiated and Over-placed Compared to White Children? The Data Say “No” \nPresented by Brett Drake\, PhD | Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nAre Black and Hispanic children “overreported” to Child Protective Services (CPS)?  We present national data from CDC\, the Census and the National Data Archive on Child Abuse and Neglect.  We compare racial differences in child maltreatment reports to racial differences in a range of known risks (e.g. poverty) and outcomes (e.g. infant mortality).  We found that Black children are being reported to CPS at a rate lower than would be expected given their high exposure to risks and high levels of non-maltreatment negative outcomes.  Hispanic children are reported to CPS at a rate lower than their risk exposure would suggest\, but similar to their rates of negative outcomes\, such as infant mortality.  This is consistent with the well-known “Hispanic Paradox”.  We also used bivariate and multivariate statistics to determine if Black and Hispanic children are substantiated or placed more than White children once reported. There were only small differences by race/ethnicity.  In recent years\, multivariate models show Black children are substantiated and placed slightly less often than Whites\, while Hispanic children and White children are substantiated and placed at similar rates. \nWhy and How White Child Protection Advocates Must Talk to Black Parents About the Harms of Corporal Punishment?\nPresented by Stacey Phatton\, PhD | Tuesday\, December 17\, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT/2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET \nRegister through APSAC\nCancellation/Refund Policy\nNo cancellation and no refunds. Registration is transferable. Requests for transfer to a future event will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/the-new-york-foundling-apsac-webinar-series-on-controversial-topics/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Culture,Equity,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Technology,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241206T194538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T194538Z
UID:10001009-1734436800-1734440400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse | The Use of Anatomical Dolls
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWinter Webinar Week is a FREE training opportunity with some of CornerHouse’s amazing trainers. This is a week full of virtual webinars during lunch\, where you can learn about a wide range of topics and ask any questions you have. \nForensic interviewers and members of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT)\, particularly those new to the field or recently trained in forensic interviewing\, may struggle identifying when or how to incorporate anatomical dolls within the forensic interview. This webinar aims to address those concerns as well as provide relevant research on the use of anatomical dolls. Making the decision to use anatomical dolls AND feeling confident to defend that decision is supported by research. The considerations presented will be general best practices regarding the use of anatomical dolls. Please join Izzy as she will share her experience as our newest CornerHouse Forensic Interviewer and her journey being confident and comfortable using anatomical dolls. \nThis webinar is not intended to be a full training on using anatomical dolls. This webinar is for forensic interviewers and MDT members who have some training in use of dolls and are looking to expand their skills\, or for anyone interested in learning about anatomical dolls. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nGain an understanding of how anatomical dolls may be used within the forensic interview.\nConsider strategies for deciding when and how to use anatomical dolls within the forensic interview.\nReview some of the current research on best practices for using the anatomical dolls.\n\nRegister Through CornerHouse\n*Please note – the capacity of this training is 100 attendees. The Zoom session will open at 11:45 AM\, and only the first 100 attendees to join will be admitted. We recommend that if you are part of a bigger group that would like to attend\, that you login to zoom under one account.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-the-use-of-anatomical-dolls/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241007T202257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T202257Z
UID:10000958-1734426000-1734436800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Fundamentals of Nonprofit Finance
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training is designed to make you more comfortable with nonprofit finance. We’ll walk through nonprofit financial reports including the income statement (statement of activities) and balance sheet (statement of financial position). You will gain an understanding of nonprofit finance terminology\, financial statements\, and staff and board roles and responsibilities. This workshop is right for you if you are new to the nonprofit sector\, nonprofit finance\, or your position as staff or board member. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits\nThis workshop will not be recorded. \nRegistration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Your space is guaranteed upon receipt of the registration fee. Online payment is made using the registration link associated with your selected training. Registration fees may also be paid by check. Make checks payable to Propel Nonprofits. Checks must be received prior to event to complete registration and guarantee space. \nRegistrations canceled prior to the start of a training receive a full refund or credit transferable for you or another person to attend a future scheduled workshop. No refunds or credits will be granted for no-shows. To cancel or adjust reservations prior to the event\, contact training@propelnonprofits.org
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-fundamentals-of-nonprofit-finance-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241218
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20240722T174126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T174126Z
UID:10000912-1734393600-1734479999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project | Advanced Forensic Interview Training: Dolls & Diagrams for Practice\, Investigation\, and Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis virtual training provides multidisciplinary team members an understanding of the research and proper use to assist with investigation and prosecution when forensic interviews include the use of interviewing aids of anatomical dolls and diagrams. \nWhile the practice of using anatomical dolls and diagrams is sometimes seen as contentious in the field of forensic interviewing\, research shows the appropriate use of dolls and diagrams within the guidance of a nationally recognized protocol can increase forensically relevant information and accuracy within the forensic interview. \nThis training will summarize relevant research on dolls and diagrams\, provide an overview of their purposeful and appropriate use in the forensic interview\, and address common defense challenges to the use of dolls and diagrams. This one-day advanced training includes practicum and scenario work for participants. \nLearning Objectives\n\nReview appropriate and purposeful practice regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.\nincrease knowledge of the relevant and reflective research regarding the use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview. Students will gain a better understanding of the proper use through scenario practicum with dolls and diagrams.\nAddress misconceptions and defense challenges to the appropriate use of dolls and diagrams in the forensic interview.\n\nRegister at Zero Abuse Project
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-advanced-forensic-interview-training-dolls-diagrams-for-practice-investigation-and-prosecution/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241206T181150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T181150Z
UID:10001008-1734350400-1734354000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CornerHouse | Tech Gifts – Prevention Conversations with Youth
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWinter Webinar Week is a FREE training opportunity with some of CornerHouse’s amazing trainers. This is a week full of virtual webinars during lunch\, where you can learn about a wide range of topics and ask any questions you have.\nAdolescents and even very young children may be receiving technology gifts this holiday season. Phones\, laptops and gaming devices oh my! Keeping up with new technology is “virtually” impossible BUT we can continue to connect with youth to provide safety and prevention messages. As intimidating as this may seem\, these conversations provide an opportunity for young people to teach us! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn ways to start prevention conversations.\nInvite youth to share their expertise.\nIdentify additional resources.\n\nRegister through CornerHouse\n*Please note – the capacity of this training is 100 attendees. The Zoom session will open at 11:45 AM\, and only the first 100 attendees to join will be admitted. We recommend that if you are part of a bigger group that would like to attend\, that you login to zoom under one account.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/cornerhouse-tech-gifts-prevention-conversations-with-youth/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CornerHouse":MAILTO:info@cornerhousemn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241121T223421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T223421Z
UID:10000994-1734001200-1734008400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Building a Resilient and High-Performing Organizational Culture
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nTo foster resilience and positivity\, we must first create the conditions for resilience and positivity. Leadership is ultimately responsible for creating these conditions. This training will support leaders in developing the vision\, commitment\, communication\, and planning that allows organizations to move resilience training from well-being programs to longer-term initiatives that define and build the organizational cultures we need for resilience to persist. Some of the concepts included are the leadership team’s resilience practices\, how supervisors and middle managers are supported and empowered to move the vision and strategies forward\, and how leadership fosters honest and vulnerable feedback about the culture from staff at all levels. This is just what is needed now\, as we move our workplaces forward toward being organizations where people want to work. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-building-a-resilient-and-high-performing-organizational-culture/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241107T182536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182536Z
UID:10000987-1733997600-1734004800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MNCN Universal Design in Mind: Inclusive Program Development and Communication
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWorkplaces and organizations want their services and programs to be high quality\, accessible\, and inclusive. Yet we often unintentionally design in ways that create barriers\, promote exclusion\, and lessen quality. Universal design principles and practices can be used to design our programs and services – and communicate about those programs and services – in ways that help us achieve our goals. \nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncn-universal-design-in-mind-inclusive-program-development-and-communication/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241213
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241121T213243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T213243Z
UID:10000992-1733961600-1734047999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCATrak Reports
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis specialized training is an intensive one-day virtual workshop designed to provide focused training for NCAtrak users who desire more knowledge and confidence in their use of NCAtrak custom reporting. \nTopics Covered in this Training:\nPurpose of a Database\n\nWhat data does your CAC need to collect?\nWhy does your CAC need to collect data?\nMDT roles and data needed\n\nLearning How Report Features Function in NCAtrak\n\nReview of the dashboard\nCase reports\nManagement reports\nSetup\nSchedule reports\nNCA statistic reports – what data is used and how to figure out what is wrong when numbers are different than expected\n\nOverview of Custom Reports\n\nReview custom reporting functionality\nSearch for reports\nUsing custom reports for case reports\nMDT agendas and case management reports\nReport vs. query\nHow to copy a report or query to add to other CAC reports or queries\nDeleting reports and queries\n\nWhat Types of Reports Do You Need?\nWhile there are many reporting requirements for programs\, there are often similarities in the information collected for seemingly unrelated reports. This part of the agenda will focus on identifying the types of reports each participant wants to learn to create during this training. We will look at the commonalities of discussed reports and learn how NCAtrak features manage these universal needs. \nCreating a Custom Report\n\nCreating CAC management reports and queries from scratch\nSharing and printing custom reports\nCreating simple and complex queries to generate a report\n\nPivot Tables \n\nCreate and use pivot tables to analyze and summarize data\n\nRegister Through NCA\nSpace is limited so make sure to reserve your spot today! The cost for this training is only $299 per person. This registration fee includes an NCAtrak training manual\, documentation and supporting materials in electronic form. This training takes place on December 12\, 2024\, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncatrak-reports-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="National Children's Alliance":MAILTO:membership@nca-online.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241121T223717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T223717Z
UID:10000995-1733929200-1733938200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Stewards of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nStewards of Children® is an evidence-informed training that teaches adults to prevent\, recognize\, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Participants will exit the training being able to engage in conversations about child sexual abuse prevention with other adults and enact prevention policies where children live\, learn\, and play. They will also be able to recognize and react to boundary violations as well as suspected child abuse and disclosures. Participants will transfer the skills they learn into their communities\, helping to embed prevention practices within their spheres of influence to help proactively prevent child sexual abuse. \nRegister Through CalTrin\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-stewards-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Research,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241107T182052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182320Z
UID:10000986-1733922000-1733925600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MNCN Charting the Course for a Fiscally & Flight Ready Board
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAre your financial reports empowering your board to make informed decisions about your organization’s fiscal health? This session will equip you with best practices for creating impactful financial reports that drive action. Learn how to craft compelling dashboards that highlight key performance indicators\, tailor presentation styles to your board’s needs\, develop organization-specific metrics that align with your mission\, and benchmark your performance against peers. \nBy the end of this workshop\, you’ll be able to assess the state of your current financial reporting\, identify and address gaps that may be creating uncertainty\, transform financial updates from a basic agenda item into a powerful decision-making tool\, and demonstrate how financial results directly impact mission delivery and long-term sustainability. Join this workshop to improve your approach to financial reporting and foster a more engaged\, financially savvy board. \nRegister Through the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mncn-splotlight-building-your-ai-confidence-muscles-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241104T183259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T183259Z
UID:10000972-1733916600-1733922000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MAC | Loss of Life Cases: Advocate's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nHomicide cases are serious in nature and can pose several challenges to a victim services provider. There are many dynamics that should be considered and addressed in order to fully support survivors. This webinar will outline those dynamics and provide solutions and ideas for providing mindful\, responsive\, and comprehensive services and support. Kelly Nicholson has worked as an advocate in the criminal justice system since 1995. She began in the Anoka County Attorney’s Office where she worked for 11 years working directly with victims of crime. Currently\, she is the Supervisor of the Dakota County Attorney’s Office – Victim Witness Program. \nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members. \nRegister Through MAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/mac-loss-of-life-cases-advocates-perspective/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20240722T164243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T164243Z
UID:10000909-1733907600-1733918400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Mind the Gap
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDesigned for advocates who have already completed a full 24-hour Advocacy Training\, Mind the Gap adds to the fundamentals of victim advocacy as laid out in the 2023 Victim Advocacy Standard for Accreditation training standard set forth by the National Children’s Alliance (NCA). This training has been approved by the NCA. \nDuring the training\, advocates will learn about Victim Rights and Compensation\, Cultural Responsiveness and Addressing Explicit Bias\, Caregiver Resilience\, Domestic Violence and Polyvictimization\, and Referral methods. Trainers will teach participants how to put these principles into practice action through hands-on activities\, real-life examples\, and discussion. \nMind the Gap was developed by Family Advocates and Trainers at First Witness Child Advocacy Center in Duluth\, MN. First Witness’ 24-hour Training for Advocates Working with a CAC is available for advocates who have not yet received the fundamental advocacy training as laid out by the NCA. \nRegister through First Witness
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-mind-the-gap-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20240516T195605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T173121Z
UID:10000863-1733835600-1733842800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2SLGBTQIA+ 101
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will cover general terms relating to gender and sexuality\, respecting pronouns and how to be an ally to gender non-conforming people. We will dive into thinking about our own experiences with gender and learn about the differences between gender identity\, biological sex\, gender expression and sexual orientation. \nAbout the Trainer\n \nHannah Edwards (she/her) is the Training Manager for Minnesota’s largest LGBTQ organization – Outfront MN. She is also a former public school teacher. In her role with Outfront Hannah enjoys getting to continue in her role as a facilitator of lifelong learning. She believes that when we all know better we all can do better. When she’s not working\, Hannah loves to spend time with her two daughters and her husband\, Dave. \nRegistration Here!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \nContinuing Education Credits\nContinuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US. \nCancellation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. \nContact Info\nDon’t hesitate to get in touch with MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2slgbtqia-101/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241210T151500
DTSTAMP:20260411T233059
CREATED:20241104T174017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T174017Z
UID:10000970-1733832000-1733843700@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:IHS | Post Traumatic Disorder in Teens: Working with Teens & Families
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWorking with a teen diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be challenging but also presents an opportunity to support their healing and growth. In this training\, we will review the diagnosis of PTSD and explore how its symptoms impact developmental tasks and daily life. Teens with PTSD often experience a range of symptoms\, including flashbacks\, sleep disturbances\, suicidal ideation\, strong reactions to triggers\, difficulties with completing tasks\, and relationship problems. We will discuss strategies to help teens understand their diagnosis\, reduce symptoms\, and focus on healing. The training will also include time to develop an action plan\, and reviewing resources and coping skills beneficial for teens and their caregivers. This will enable you to validate the impact of trauma and offer opportunities for healing and post-traumatic growth. This live\, virtual\, intermediate-level training is designed for social workers\, psychologists\, counselors\, and other human services professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDescribe the diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and its impact on the developmental tasks of the teen years.\nDevelop effective communication strategies to use with teens with PTSD\, and their parents/caregivers to support optimal treatment outcomes.\nIdentify typical symptoms experienced by teens with PTSD along with effective treatment methods.\nPlan resources about managing the symptoms of PTSD to share with teens and their families.\n\nAbout Trainer\nLaura Gaines\, MSW\, LISW-S\, has twenty years experience as a child and adolescent mental health clinician and Crisis Text Line volunteer.  In addition to her professional experience she has lived experience as the adoptive parent of a (now adult) daughter who is diagnosed with PTSD. Trainer and researcher regarding resilience as an individual and community skill. Laura provides clinical consultation regarding child and adolescent mental health.  Her trainings focus on child development\, mental health\, developmental disabilities\, ethics\, trauma informed care\, resilience and each person’s individual solutions to life’s challenges. \nRegister through IHS\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ihs-post-traumatic-disorder-in-teens-working-with-teens-families/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Mental Health,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Human Services":MAILTO:info@ihs-trainet.com
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