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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
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SUMMARY:Zero Abuse Project DNA on Trial: From Collection to Conviction
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDNA on Trial: From Collection to Conviction\, delves into the rapidly evolving science and technology surrounding DNA evidence\, underscoring the critical role it plays in prosecuting complex cases. Participants will gain invaluable insights and practical tools essential for navigating the intricacies of DNA evidence\, facilitated by seasoned trial attorneys and forensic science experts. \nThrough engaging workshops\, attendees will enhance their understanding of forensic processes. Moreover\, the course offers a hands-on component\, enabling prosecutors to engage with a mock crime scene\, replicating common challenges encountered during evidence collection. \nCentral to the course is an opportunity for experiential learning in a mock courtroom setting\, equipping prosecutors with the skills to effectively present DNA findings in court. By fostering a clear and compelling narrative\, participants will learn to articulate complex evidence persuasively\, facilitating jury comprehension and securing convictions. \nParticipants are required to attend the full 2.5-day course\, which includes courtroom exercises specifically designed for prosecutors. Attendance is capped at 36 individuals and is exclusive to prosecutors or law enforcement personnel. \nPlease note: While law enforcement personnel are welcome to attend\, the majority of the content is tailored towards prosecutors. \nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/zero-abuse-project-dna-on-trial-from-collection-to-conviction/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20241014T185048Z
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SUMMARY:GGSC Mindfulness and Resilience to Stress at Work
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Greater Good Science Center (GGSC)\, a research institute at the University of California – Berkeley\, has self-paced training that offers research-based strategies for building resilience to stress and fortifying our well-being in the face of challenges. It explains the biological and psychological impact of stress\, helps you distinguish between harmful and helpful forms of stress at work\, and provides strategies for handling stress in healthy and productive ways. \nThe course zeroes in on the practice of mindfulness\, the moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts\, feelings\, and sensations that comes without judging those thoughts and feelings as good or bad. In recent years\, there has been a surge in scientific research on mindfulness\, with many studies documenting the value and advantages of fostering mindfulness in workplace settings. This course covers the landscape of mindfulness science\, explains why it’s relevant to modern workplaces\, and describes how it can be effectively folded into your workplace\, drawing on case studies from several major companies that have implemented their own mindfulness programs. \nLearning Objectives\n\nHow stress can impair our performance and well-being at work\, and harm organizations.\nThe differences between healthy and toxic stress\, and how to leverage healthy stress for success.\nThe benefits of mindfulness for helping you build resilience to stress\, as well as innovation and team spirit at work.\nResearch-based strategies for cultivating mindfulness within yourself and your organization.\n\nRegister through GGSC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ggsc-mindfulness-and-resilience-to-stress-at-work/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Good Science Center":MAILTO:Greater@berkeley.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20241004T194201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T194201Z
UID:10000949-1728558000-1728561600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Recognizing Trauma in Older Adults and Adopting Trauma-Informed Principles: Implications For Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhether it occurred recently or decades ago\, trauma can influence the interactions that elder justice professionals\, including law enforcement\, have when working with older victims. In this webinar\, attendees will learn how trauma affects behaviors and emotions and the signs and symptoms of trauma observed in older adults. Attendees will learn how understanding trauma can improve engagement with older victims and create more positive outcomes for law enforcement investigations. A detective with the Cambridge Police Department will discuss how and why the entire department adopted trauma-informed practices. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-recognizing-trauma-in-older-adults-and-adopting-trauma-informed-principles-implications-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240930T194740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T194740Z
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SUMMARY:Propel Nonprofits | Boards in Times of Adaptation
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nAs nonprofit leaders and team members continue to develop and implement new and creative ways to be responsive and relevant to the needs of their clients\, what is the role of the nonprofit board right now? Where is their leadership needed most to support the organization\, its employees\, and the recipients of its services? This webinar highlights the critical actions nonprofit boards can take in this time of ongoing uncertainty when the ability to adapt is more important than ever before. \nRegister Through Propel Nonprofits
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/propel-nonprofits-boards-in-times-of-adaptation/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="Propel Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@propelnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241010
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240319T171657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T171657Z
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SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children Who Identify as LGBTQ
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nForensic interviewers often encounter children who identify as a gender other than the gender assigned to them at birth and/or profess to a different sexual orientation or preference. These children are at high risk for sexual and physical abuse. Additionally\, this group may present with mental health challenges possibly because of encountering criticism or rejection by peers or family. Establishing rapport and trust are important elements of a successful forensic interview. Child witnesses want to feel acknowledged and heard. We will address the importance of a respectful approach with this group of children as well as the challenges in working with investigative partners and the legal system. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by September 9\, 2024 \nRegistration is not a guarantee of acceptance into the course. Seats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need. Upon acceptance\, you will receive a Final Confirmation and Logistics email. Please refrain from booking non-refundable travel until this email is sent. \nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nCancellation Policy\nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-who-identify-as-lgbtq/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240926T212929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T212929Z
UID:10000930-1728396000-1728399600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:APSAC Upstream Prevention: Support Minoritized Families & Understand Their Lived Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChild welfare system exposure to parents and children is traumatic on multiple levels. Trauma is inflicted by punitive systems oversight and sadly manifests across generations. Themes identified as trauma are living in poverty\, persistent fear of family disruption\, and ongoing anxiety during interactions with authorities. Many of our established social and human services have been structured based on the insidious nature of racism and oppression. The lived experiences of child welfare system-impacted parents are rarely considered from a social justice perspective. Parents and children endure the oversight of the child welfare system in myriad ways\, and these experiences usually vary based on race\, ethnicity\, and socioeconomic status. The presence of authorities with the power to disrupt one’s family is a pervasive and enduring trauma.  Whilst acknowledging racism is embedded in many human service systems\, it follows that child welfare system policies and practices are by design intended to admonish parents for improper care of their children. Child\, parent\, and family assessments are made without any consideration of family strengths\, resilience\, or the indisputable fact that systemic racism is the culprit of sub-optimal parenting. It is critical to understand that lower socioeconomic status cannot be disentangled from lived experiences of racism and oppression which results in pervasive systems oversight. Racialized poverty-related family surveillance is harmful to minoritized families in that they are traumatized whilst they navigate oppressive oversight and pervasive codified racism. This presentation will encourage reflection on the notions that racism is the mechanism by which child welfare system racial disproportionality is evidenced through policies underpinned by design flaws\, policy-mandated reporting\, and placement options. Consequently\, racial disparities are grounded and proliferate in systemically oppressive organizations and ultimately pose a threat to the public health of society. Qualitative data will be presented in the historical context of systemic racism that underpins the treatment of Black families in the U.S. \nRegister through APSAC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/apsac-upstream-prevention-support-minoritized-families-understand-their-lived-experiences/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20241004T192924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T192924Z
UID:10000948-1728392400-1728396000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP JustGrants Weekly Training Webinar: Entity Management
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar will address the following topics: \n\nGeneral JustGrants navigation\nFirst-time user access\nAdding users and how to confirm that an account was successfully created\nAssigning users’ roles to awards\nReassigning users or adding new users to an entity\nAttendee questions about how to complete actions within JustGrants\n\nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-justgrants-weekly-training-webinar-entity-management/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240927T175807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T175807Z
UID:10000935-1728387000-1728397800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:CalTrin Expanding Social Supports to Achieve Better Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nDid you know that having social connection and support in your life makes you live 3.7 years longer than someone without support? Come to the Social Support workshop to learn what you can do to increase your lifespan and have a happier and healthier life. During this fun and interactive workshop\, you will learn about why we all need support in our lives. You will also utilize hands-on tools to assess\, plan for\, and develop social connections and support. Practical tools and techniques will be shared during the training to promote the expansion of support systems and connections. Typically\, system professionals do not recognize the development of support systems as an important component of their role. When families are struggling\, access to support is often the answer to success. This training is ideal for anyone working with youth and families that could benefit from creating a robust support system. \nParticipants will \n\nUnderstand the value and benefits of social support\nUtilize tools to assess social support\nPractice skills to enhance social support\n\nWho should attend: All staff of family resource centers (FRCs)\, child abuse prevention councils (CAPCs)\, community-based organizations\, and other child- and family-serving systems. \nPre-Work \nWatch You Can Save Someone’s Life Today | Dr. Julie Radlauer-Doerfler | TEDxMiami (12:51) \nRegister through CalTrin\nThis is an interactive training. Please be prepared to participate in activities such as group discussion\, break out rooms\, and/or demonstration. Your training experience will be best with the use of a web cam\, audio\, and a training environment conducive to active participation. \nThis training will NOT be recorded. \nCalifornia privacy laws mandate consent for recording conversations using AI applications. To ensure a respectful and secure learning environment for all participants\, AI assistants are not allowed in CalTrin training. We value an accessible learning environment. If you require an accommodation to support your learning\, please email us at least three business days before the training. \nBy registering for a CalTrin training\, you consent to be added to the CalTrin mailing list.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/caltrin-expanding-social-supports-to-achieve-better-outcomes/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20241004T192704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T192704Z
UID:10000947-1728302400-1728306000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Navigating Domestic Vioelnce Protection Orders & Extreme Risk Protection Orders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will explore some of the critical tools available to protect survivors of domestic violence: domestic violence protection orders (DVPOs) and extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs). \nThe discussion will cover the mechanics of seeking ERPOs\, supported by current trends and data\, as well as key points for effective implementation. Practical considerations will be provided to help survivors navigate the decision-making process regarding whether to pursue a DVPO or an ERPO\, ensuring that they are equipped with all the tools available to make the safest decision for their situation. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-navigating-domestic-vioelnce-protection-orders-extreme-risk-protection-orders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240319T171342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T171342Z
UID:10000823-1727654400-1727827199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Increasing Skill in Forensic Interviewing of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMastering the use of optimal questioning strategies and legally defensible social support requires additional training beyond an initial one-week class. This course deepens interviewers’ understanding of the why and how of effective questioning strategies and the provision of sensitive and targeted social support. Opportunities for practice are provided. \nThis training is highly recommended as the first follow-up training for newer interviewers as well as those who wish to refresh and update their skills. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by August 30\, 2024 \nRegistration is not a guarantee of acceptance into the course. Seats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need. Upon acceptance\, you will receive a Final Confirmation and Logistics email. Please refrain from booking non-refundable travel until this email is sent. \nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nCancellation Policy\nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-increasing-skill-in-forensic-interviewing-of-children/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240813T143259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T143259Z
UID:10000919-1727431200-1727438400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Safe & Strong Communities
DESCRIPTION: Training Overview\nThis training is offered to adults in youth-serving agencies\, churches\, sports leagues\, and beyond. Participants learn how to recognize\, respond to\, and report child abuse. More than mandated reporting\, we delve into the dynamics of child abuse\, how to respond to a child in a trauma-informed way\, red flags of child abuse\, child resilience\, a Safe and Strong body safety curriculum\, and more. \nRegister at First Witness\nThis training meets the mandated reporter training requirements listed in Minnesota State Statutes (260E.065).
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-safe-strong-communities-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar,Special Events,Statute,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240618T210440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T210440Z
UID:10000889-1727355600-1727361000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center is presenting four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions that will include a maximum of ten CAC directors on how they can build a successful forensic interview program at their CACs. \nExecutive directors of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CAC) are key champions of child forensic interviewers. Many are responsible for recruiting new interviewers\, providing access to high-quality training and peer review and support\, and supervision; and sustaining and retaining those interviewers at their centers. However\, most CAC directors receive little to no training in forensic interviewing (i.e.\, general knowledge\, protocols\, research\, resources\, etc.)\, which impedes their ability to fully support the interviewers in their CAC. To meet the needs of CAC directors\, especially those newer to their positions\, the National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) has developed a new training\, Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors. \nFacilitated by Linda Cordisco Steele\, this consultation group for executive directors will cover the fundamentals of an effective child forensic interviewing program at a CAC\, the role of the interviewer\, and how to identify the strengths and needs of participants’ current forensic interviewing programs. Upon completion of the program\, executive directors will have developed an actionable plan to support their efforts to enhance the child forensic interviewing program at their respective CACs. \nTraining Format\nThis training will consist of four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions and will include a maximum of 10 CAC directors. The group’s smaller size will enable more interaction with and learning from other participants and the facilitator. These sessions will occur on the following Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. CT/11:00 a.m. PT: \n\nThursday\, July 25\, 2024 | Topic: Discuss the current state of participants’ forensic interview program (what is going well\, what areas need attention\, and strategies for recruiting forensic interviewers.\nThursday\, August 15\, 2024 | Topic: Training\, mentoring\, and in-going coaching of forensic interviewers\nThursday\, September 26\, 2024 | Topic: Working effectively with multidisciplinary team (MDT) partners\nThursday\, October 17\, 2024 | Topic: Retention of forensic interviewers\n\nAbout the Trainer\nLinda Cordisco Steele\, MEd\, LPC\, is the Director of Forensic Interview Training and Services at the NCAC and a nationally recognized expert on forensic interviewing. Linda has been a forensic interviewer since 1993 and has worked at CACs in Alabama\, New Mexico\, and Kentucky. In addition to conducting forensic interviews at NCAC\, Linda provides supervision and consultation on forensic interviews locally and nationally. \nRegister through NCAC\nQualifications and Application Process\nIdeal candidates for this training will be CAC directors who: \n\nAdministrative supervisors of child forensic interviewers but who have no direct knowledge or experience with conducting forensic interviews\, or currently do not have a position dedicated to the supervision of forensic interviewers;\nWork in a small or rural CAC with minimal resources for forensic interviewers\nHave worked as the director at their CAC for five years or less.\n\nThose selected to participate must commit to attending all four sessions and have access to Zoom including a webcam\, microphone\, and speakers.  To apply\, click this link and complete the application by June 21\, 2024. There is no fee to attend. If accepted\, you will be notified by July 12\, 2024. 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-cultivating-the-forensic-interview-program-support-for-cac-executive-directors/2024-09-26/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240730T144329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T144329Z
UID:10000913-1727254800-1727265600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH Empowering Refugee Youth: Harnessing Interpersonal Neurobiology to Navigate Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInterpersonal neurobiology will be introduced as a framework by which clinicians and educators can understand how to work best with refugee youth with trauma backgrounds. The biology of trauma and relationships within the context of refugee experiences will be addressed in depth. \nThis training will address school-aged children and adolescents and is appropriate for Juvenile/Restorative Justice\,  social services professionals\, school system professionals\, and mental health professionals. \nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will learn how interpersonal neurobiology conceptualizes the human experience within the context of trauma and development.\nParticipants can apply key principles of interpersonal neurobiology when working with refugee youth.\nParticipants will be able to articulate and identify interventions that promote healthy functioning in refugee youth with trauma backgrounds.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nZamzam Dini\, LAMFT is a trauma therapist and licensed associate marriage and family therapist. She is also a PhD candidate in Family Social Science\, specializing in Couple and Family Therapy at the University of Minnesota. Zamzam’s research focuses on refugee trauma and the intergenerational transmission of trauma in refugee family systems. Zamzam is also a second-generation Somali refugee. \nRegister at MACMH\nThere is 3 hours of CEHs.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-empowering-refugee-youth-harnessing-interpersonal-neurobiology-to-navigate-trauma/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240927
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240625T205312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T205312Z
UID:10000891-1727222400-1727395199@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCA 2024 Seamless Virtual Conference: Weaving a Comprehensive CAC Mental Health Response
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Alliance is presenting their 3rd annual Seamless Conference: Weaving a Comprehensive CAC Mental Health Response. This conference is for any mental health clinicians who serves CAC clients. \nKeynote Speaker\nJudith A. Cohen is Professor of Psychiatry at Drexel University College of Medicine\, and Medical Director of the Center for Traumatic Stress in Children & Adolescents at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh\, PA. With Drs. Tony Mannarino and Esther Deblinger\, Dr. Cohen developed and tested Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) for traumatized children described in the books Treating Trauma and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents and Trauma-Focused CBT for Children and Adolescents: Treatment Applications and the online training course TF-CBT Web (www.musc.edu/tfcbt). She has served on the Board of Directors for the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) and the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS). She is on the editorial board of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) and is Chair of the AACAP Child Maltreatment and Violence Committee and the National Child Traumatic Stress Network’s Child Sexual Abuse and Traumatic Grief Committees. She consults to Sesame Street and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors to develop resources for traumatically bereaved children. \nConference Sessions\n\nSleep and Trauma in Children and Adolescents\nChild Sexual Abuse Material: What Every Therapist Should Know\nMental Health Charting for CACs: Best Practices and Considerations for Court\nCourt Psychology: How to be a Good Witness and Survive in the Courtroom\nMental Health Ethics Are Boring: Change My Mind!\nTraining in Common Trauma Informed Practice Elements: Incorporating anAnti-Racists Lens\n\nRegister through NCA\nRegister by September 25\, 2024 \nContinuing Education Credits\n11 credits are approved for NASW and NBCC
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/nca-2024-seamless-virtual-conference-weaving-a-comprehensive-cac-mental-health-response/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Mental Health,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240717T160616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T160809Z
UID:10000895-1726840800-1726848000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Understanding and Overcoming Complex Interview Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will discuss youth’s unique and individual needs in the forensic interview. Participants will be able to identify recommendations and considerations of multiple intersectionalities that can present in the forensic interview such as: Children with Disabilities\, Diverse and Cultural Backgrounds\, LGBTQIA+ Youth\, and Children with no Non-offending Caregiver. \nRegister at First Witness\nDHS Scholarship Eligibility \nScholarships are available for counties\, tribes\, and other local professionals responsible for child maltreatment investigations and prosecutions in the State of Minnesota. When selecting from our payment options\, choose “I am applying for a Minnesota Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHS) Scholarship.” Recipients are responsible for any other costs of attending this training\, including travel\, lodging\, and meals. Scholarships are provided through the Minnesota Department of Human Services using state and federal funds provided through a Children’s Justice Act grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. \nWe will notify you after registration whether you will receive a scholarship.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-understanding-and-overcoming-complex-interview-dynamics/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interview,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240515T164106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T210718Z
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SUMMARY:Working with Latinx Children & Families within the MDT Process
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nParticipants will examine the role of cultural responsiveness among the larger Latino experiences within the context of the North American system. Through the trauma-informed care approach\, participants will be introduced to common misconceptions when working with members of Latino communities\, in order to promote further healing. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand ways in which culture and privilege impact provider\, organization\, and system functioning.\nDiscuss individuals and systems practices to improve access to care.\nExplore options for delivering evidence-based models such as TF-CBT in more culturally resonant ways.\n\nAbout the Trainer\nElizabeth (Liz)\, Franklin MSW\, LICSW\, received her BAs from the University of Kansas in Spanish and in American Studies\, and her MSW from the University of Minnesota. Liz has worked as an elementary school Latino family liaison\, a children’s mental health case manager\, a school-based therapist\, and an outpatient therapist in private practice. She is currently the senior manager of community based mental health services at Comunidades Latinas Unidas en Servicio (CLUES). Liz also teaches the Advanced Clinical Practice with Children and Adolescents course in the School of Social Work’s graduate program at the University of Minnesota. Throughout her career\, she has focused on working with kids and families\, often in under-served communities\, who have experienced complex trauma and/or symptoms of anxiety\, depression\, Autism\, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder\, and other learning or developmental differences. Liz is fluent in Spanish and primarily works with first\, second\, and subsequent generations of Latina/o/x immigrants. Reducing barriers to inclusive\, culturally responsive services through provider development has been a core part of Liz’s work. Her professional experiences have demonstrated to her the importance and difficulty of navigating mental health\, educational\, and social service systems\, and she is passionate about helping families and caregivers understand and work with the multiple systems that impact their children in a more empowered way. \nRegistration is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts. \nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers. \nContinuing Education Credits \nContinuing education credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US. \nCancelation Policy\nThe Alliance recognizes that sometimes professionals are called away at the last minute to accommodate the needs of our kids. \nContact Info \nPlease contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/working-with-latinx-children-families-within-the-mdt-process/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Trauma-Informed Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240108T223341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T205304Z
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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/2024-09-10/
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:20240910T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240730T150023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T150023Z
UID:10000914-1725971400-1725978600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:MACMH Secondary Trauma & Compassion Fatigue
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training will focus on Secondary Trauma/Compassion Fatigue\, Mental Illness\, PTSD\, & Pathology of Secondary Trauma and will cover plausible interventions that can assist with lessening the distress associated with Secondary Trauma and Helper Resources. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDefine Secondary Trauma\nAssessing the severity of secondary trauma\nTreatment of secondary trauma\n\nAbout the Trainer\nMy name is Irwin Thompson\, LICSW. I am an African American Mental Health Therapist; The client population/s I serve are predominately African American Individuals and Groups. I work with Children\, Adolescents\, and Adults; and I provide culturally specific services to African American Individuals and Groups. Some of the topics I address when working with African American Individuals and Groups are: Loss of Language\, Re-connecting to an Intellectual Heritage\, Black Pain\, and De-Stigmatizing Mental Illness. \nRegister at MACMH\nThere is 2 CEHs available. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/macmh-secondary-trauma-compassion-fatigue/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Association for Children's Mental Health":MAILTO:info@macmh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20250528T221934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T221934Z
UID:10001191-1725840000-1726012799@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Increasing Skill in Forensic Interviewing of Children
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nMastering the use of optimal questioning strategies and legally defensible social support requires additional training beyond an initial one-week class. This course deepens interviewers’ understanding of the why and how of effective questioning strategies and the provision of sensitive and targeted social support. Opportunities for practice are provided. \nThis training is highly recommended as the first follow-up training for newer interviewers as well as those who wish to refresh and update their skills. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by September 5\, 2025
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-increasing-skill-in-forensic-interviewing-of-children-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240604T200515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T200515Z
UID:10000878-1724677200-1724688000@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-3/
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:20240821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240821T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240604T200325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T200325Z
UID:10000877-1724239800-1724247000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness | Recantation: Why Does It Happen and What Do We Do?
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will discuss the dynamics behind recantations of child abuse disclosures\, both in forensic interviews and outside of forensic interviews. This session will review frequently asked questions about recantation\, such as “why does recantation happen?”\, “can we avoid recantation?” “how do we minimize the likelihood of recantation”\, and “what do we do now?”. Participants will leave with an understanding of recantation and child abuse dynamics\, follow-up recantation forensic interviews\, and next steps for investigative team members in child abuse cases that involve full and partial recantations/retractions of children’s statements. \nRegister Through First Witness\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-recantation-why-does-it-happen-and-what-do-we-do/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240820T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240515T165606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T195109Z
UID:10000860-1724155200-1724160600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Training Series
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\n\nThe Minnesota Children’s Alliance (the Alliance) is excited to have Brandon Jones\, executive director at the Minnesota Association of Children’s Mental Health and chair of the Alliance’s board of directors.\, to present on Leadership Training Series to explore the dimensions of strong leadership and develope or strengthen your skills to guide your team. \nRethinking Trauma-Informed Care to Support Sustainable Wellness\nThis training will give participants a learning opportunity to be trauma-informed and sustain themselves in their professions and lifestyles. Often\, providers tend to put others’ needs before their own. Unfortunately\, we are regularly exposed to circumstances that impact youth\, affecting their ability to continue on their road to success. Due to the demands and difficulties we are currently facing\, it is not uncommon to question our abilities to help youth and community members move forward. Since we are in the helping profession\, we begin to doubt ourselves. However\, your impact is still essential.\nLearning Objectives\n\nParticipants will understand strategies and approaches that can be used to improve their ability to connect and serve youth during these challenging times.\nParticipants will learn strategies to help youth and families in crisis connect with appropriate professional help.\nParticipants will share their perceptions of self-care in social services and education.\nParticipants will discuss what institutional strategies should be promoted to lower burnout rates\, compassion fatigue\, and secondary traumatic stress.\nParticipants will be able to develop a sustainable plan to improve their self-care around issues of secondary trauma\, vicarious trauma\, and parallel trauma.\n\nAbout the Presenter\n\nBrandon Jones\, serving as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health\, brings a wealth of expertise in consulting and therapy. His focus areas encompass Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)\, Historical and Intergenerational trauma\, Social/Emotional Intelligence (EQ)\, Leadership\, and the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). Brandon’s academic journey boasts a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Minnesota\, a master’s in Community Psychology from Metropolitan State University\, and a master’s in Psychotherapy (MFT) from Adler Graduate School. His distinction as a 2013 Bush Foundation Leadership Fellow also speaks to his dedication to leadership excellence. His life ethos is encapsulated in the motto: “Live life with Purpose on Purpose”.\n\n\n\nRegistration is Free!\nRegistered attendees will receive a Zoom link 1 week and 1 day before this training event starts.\nWe are excited to start the new year with this training. The Alliance believes trauma-informed\, anti-racist\, and culturally responsive services are essential to helping children heal. We continue to offer virtually the highest quality training\, with nationally renowned speakers.\n\nContinuing Education Credits\nPOST\, Legal Education\, and Social Work credits will be available for all eligible participants providing services in Minnesota\, US.\nContact Info\nPlease contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.\n\n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/leadership-training-series-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240813T185505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T194745Z
UID:10000922-1723730400-1723737600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Historical Trauma\, Toxic Stress\, and Indigenous Communities
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin us as we “Connect the Dots” in understanding how ongoing Historical Trauma and Toxic Stress not only directly impact our Indigenous Communities\, but our broader society as well. As helping professionals\, it is our duty to understand the neuroscience and epigenetics behind toxic stress\, to understand the current day implications\, and to find ways to make paradigm shifts in the way we do the work as well as in the way our systems and policies are impacting our community members. The impact of colonization\, historical trauma\, intergenerational adversities\, childhood trauma\, ongoing racism and discriminatory practices continue to challenge us; it is only when we look holistically at what our society\, communities\, families and individuals need that we will be able to overcome these challenges.\nAbout the Trainer\nLinsey McMurrin\, a citizen of the Leech Lake Nation of Ojibwe\, is committed to the ongoing process of integrating trauma-sensitive\, equity driven\, restoratively based and culturally responsive approaches into the organizations\, institutions\, systems and policies throughout our communities and beyond in order to cultivate environments in which everyone can find pathways to healing and success. She believes a firm understanding of the root causes of the contemporary issues we face as a society today is paramount to making true and lasting change that is necessary for individuals\, families and communities to thrive. Linsey centers her approach around the importance of building relationship through authentic connection and empathetic listening\, as these are the building blocks of cultivating the thriving and inclusive communities we all want for our children\, both now and for generations to come.\nRegistration is Free!\n\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. \n\nContinuing Education Credits\nSocial work continuing 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. Please contact MaiXi Ye at maixi@minnesotachildrensalliance.org if you have any questions or concerns.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/historical-trauma-toxic-stress-and-indigenous-communities/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Mental Health Network,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Minnesota Children's Alliance":MAILTO:info@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240815T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240618T210440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T210440Z
UID:10000888-1723726800-1723732200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:NCAC Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe National Children’s Advocacy Center is presenting four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions that will include a maximum of ten CAC directors on how they can build a successful forensic interview program at their CACs. \nExecutive directors of Children’s Advocacy Centers (CAC) are key champions of child forensic interviewers. Many are responsible for recruiting new interviewers\, providing access to high-quality training and peer review and support\, and supervision; and sustaining and retaining those interviewers at their centers. However\, most CAC directors receive little to no training in forensic interviewing (i.e.\, general knowledge\, protocols\, research\, resources\, etc.)\, which impedes their ability to fully support the interviewers in their CAC. To meet the needs of CAC directors\, especially those newer to their positions\, the National Children’s Advocacy Center (NCAC) has developed a new training\, Cultivating the Forensic Interview Program: Support for CAC Executive Directors. \nFacilitated by Linda Cordisco Steele\, this consultation group for executive directors will cover the fundamentals of an effective child forensic interviewing program at a CAC\, the role of the interviewer\, and how to identify the strengths and needs of participants’ current forensic interviewing programs. Upon completion of the program\, executive directors will have developed an actionable plan to support their efforts to enhance the child forensic interviewing program at their respective CACs. \nTraining Format\nThis training will consist of four monthly 90-minute virtual sessions and will include a maximum of 10 CAC directors. The group’s smaller size will enable more interaction with and learning from other participants and the facilitator. These sessions will occur on the following Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. ET/1:00 p.m. CT/11:00 a.m. PT: \n\nThursday\, July 25\, 2024 | Topic: Discuss the current state of participants’ forensic interview program (what is going well\, what areas need attention\, and strategies for recruiting forensic interviewers.\nThursday\, August 15\, 2024 | Topic: Training\, mentoring\, and in-going coaching of forensic interviewers\nThursday\, September 26\, 2024 | Topic: Working effectively with multidisciplinary team (MDT) partners\nThursday\, October 17\, 2024 | Topic: Retention of forensic interviewers\n\nAbout the Trainer\nLinda Cordisco Steele\, MEd\, LPC\, is the Director of Forensic Interview Training and Services at the NCAC and a nationally recognized expert on forensic interviewing. Linda has been a forensic interviewer since 1993 and has worked at CACs in Alabama\, New Mexico\, and Kentucky. In addition to conducting forensic interviews at NCAC\, Linda provides supervision and consultation on forensic interviews locally and nationally. \nRegister through NCAC\nQualifications and Application Process\nIdeal candidates for this training will be CAC directors who: \n\nAdministrative supervisors of child forensic interviewers but who have no direct knowledge or experience with conducting forensic interviews\, or currently do not have a position dedicated to the supervision of forensic interviewers;\nWork in a small or rural CAC with minimal resources for forensic interviewers\nHave worked as the director at their CAC for five years or less.\n\nThose selected to participate must commit to attending all four sessions and have access to Zoom including a webcam\, microphone\, and speakers.  To apply\, click this link and complete the application by June 21\, 2024. There is no fee to attend. If accepted\, you will be notified by July 12\, 2024. 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-cultivating-the-forensic-interview-program-support-for-cac-executive-directors/2024-08-15/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240815
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240319T170947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T170947Z
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SUMMARY:NCAC Interviewing Children on the Autism Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nChildren with neurodivergent disorders such as ASD are at an increased risk of child maltreatment. This population presents challenges for forensic interviewers as there is great variability in functioning including unique memory and cognitive processes\, linguistic style\, understanding and expression of emotions\, and forming connections with others. Many of these children can provide information about their experiences if the interviewer is able to adapt questioning approaches and interview strategies to meet the needs of this child. Preparation and flexibility are key. While providing a review of possible domains of impact on functioning\, this training will focus on tips for information gathering\, preparation with the investigative partners to set reasonable expectations\, and adaptations to questioning strategies and interview phases. \nThis training is recommended for forensic interviewers who have developed some comfort and flexibility with the continuum of questioning strategies and the phases of a forensic interview. \nRegister through NCAC\nRegister by July 14\, 2024 \nRegistration is not a guarantee of acceptance into the course. Seats in this training are intended for professionals currently working as part of a Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The NCAC reserves the right to refund the registration of anyone who is not currently working as part of a CAC to ensure that currently practicing professionals receive the training they need. Upon acceptance\, you will receive a Final Confirmation and Logistics email. Please refrain from booking non-refundable travel until this email is sent. \nThe full registration fee is due by the fee deadline stated above in order to hold your spot. Registrants that have not paid in full by the deadline will be released from the training\, and we will contact those on the waitlist. \nCancellation Policy\nIf you are unable to attend the training\, you must submit your cancellation notice at least 30 days prior to the training in order to be refunded the full amount\, less a $100 administrative fee. Your agency may choose to replace your spot in the training with another member of the agency at no penalty. Late cancellations may be considered for a training credit that may be used by your agency for up to one year. Failure to show up for the training forfeits the registration fee completely. \nIn the event the NCAC cancels the training for any reason\, 100% of the registration fee will be refunded.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ncac-interviewing-children-on-the-autism-spectrum/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240816
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240604T183753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T183753Z
UID:10000868-1723507200-1723766399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:First Witness Training for Advocates Working with a CAC
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis training meets all essential components in the 2023 National Children’s Alliance (NCA) Standard of Victim Advocacy.  \nFirst Witness Child Advocacy Center’s advocacy program bridges the gap between individual advocacy with one victim and system-based advocacy that creates change for many victims. This contrasts with more restrictive advocacy models that are based on delivering services identified by practitioners and systems rather than victims.  \nThrough hands-on practice\, participants will learn how to put advocacy principles into action\, including: conducting a focus group to improve programming\, changing organizations and systems and creating programs and interventions that meet victims’ needs.  \nParticipants will practice skills for effective crisis intervention and advocacy\, problem solving and decision making around the toughest issues in advocacy work.  \nRegister through First Witness\nPlease note that this is a hybrid format.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/first-witness-training-for-advocates-working-with-a-cac-10/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
ORGANIZER;CN="First Witness":MAILTO:Info@firstwitness.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240625T210331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T210331Z
UID:10000892-1723114800-1723120200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bikers Against Child Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Alliance on Crime and the Alliance are partnering together on this training opportunity to learn about Bikers Against Child Abuse. \nBikers Against Child Abuse\, Inc. (B.A.C.A.) is a non-profit\, 501-C-3 tax exempt organization that exists to provide aid\, comfort\, safety\, and support for children that have been sexually\, physically\, and emotionally abused. They are dedicated to the principle that one of the basic rights of childhood is to be safe and protected\, and when the child’s family or environment have failed them\, they stand ready to provide it to them. \nBACA recently worked with a family in Dakota county and helped the child\, or “hero” as BACA refers to them\, through the court process. Orca\, the Vice President of the Great Rivers chapter of BACA will present on how BACA works\, and Jennifer Malm of Dakota county will discuss the impact these bikers had on the child victim. \nRegister through MAC\nThis webinar is free for all to attend. The webinar will be recorded and the recording will be made available exclusively for MAC members.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/bikers-against-child-abuse/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240604T201712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T201712Z
UID:10000880-1722603600-1722610800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Treating Youth Depressive Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nInstitute for Human Services (IHS) is presenting a two-hour intermediate level\, live virtual course on Understanding and Treating Youth Depressive Disorders. This training is appropriate for social workers\, counselors\, psychologist\, and other helping professionals who treat youth. \nThis training delves into the realm of youth depression\, highlighting various types of major depression. Participants will learn to differentiate between youth who are “down” and youth who have a depressive disorder. This training discusses protective factors that can help depressed youth enhance their overall sense of well-being. Participants will learn interactive techniques designed to help youth explore how to think about the aspects of depression they struggle with. This training will also explore how to handle common challenges and create healthy motivation and provide numerous practical suggestions on how to support individuals grappling with depression. These suggestions are youth friendly and will focus on making small but sustainable lifestyle changes. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDifferentiate between the youth with the blues and youth depressive disorder diagnoses.\nDevelop at least three strategies to utilize a youth’s protective factors to help mitigate their depression and enhance overall well-being.\nImplement at least three strategies to support young individuals experiencing depressive symptoms.\n\nAbout the 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 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. \nRegister Through IHS\nThis training is approved for two social work continuing education credits. \nNote: This course is offered via Zoom for a $10 training fee or $20 with 2 CE credits. A few days prior to the session you will receive connectivity instructions via email. To earn CE credits\, participants must attend the session in its entirety\, remain on camera\, complete an evaluation\, and pay the training and CE fees at the time of registration. Questions? Email training@ihs-trainet.com or contact our office at 614-251-6000 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT. If you need additional accessibility supports\, please contact us in advance of the training to make necessary arrangements.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/understanding-and-treating-youth-depressive-disorders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,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:20240802T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240604T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T212812Z
UID:10000885-1722587400-1722601800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training-2/2024-08-02/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240801T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T221032
CREATED:20240604T212812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T212812Z
UID:10000884-1722501000-1722515400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Adverse Childhood Experiences & Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Care Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nZero Abuse Project is presenting a training opportunity that will help professionals who work with children and families to develop necessary skills to understand ACEs and trauma. \nStudies have shown that adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events can have a lasting\, negative impact on a person’s health and well-being. This training is designed to help you develop the unique skills needed to support individuals who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and traumatic events. \nPart of an organization?\nWe understand that changing the environment and implementing policies on Trauma Informed Care (TIC) can be a difficult task. By sending a team to this training\, your organization will have the benefit of multiple professionals receiving expert knowledge to bring back to your agency. We believe this is instrumental to agency change\, therefore we are offering one FREE registration for every four registrations purchased. \nWhat participants told us they learned:\n\nTIC is a philosophical shift and not a diagnosis for PTSD\nACEs are prevalent across all economic levels\nTrauma manifests into different behaviors than expected\nTeachers should teach as if all students have ACE scores\n\nIntended Audience\nThis training is designed for professionals who work with children and families\, including educators and administrators\, childcare providers\, law enforcement\, youth-serving organizations\, health and human service providers\, faith-based organizations\, healthcare and victim advocates. \nObjectives:\n\nIncrease awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and impact on well-being.\nExplain the physiological effect of trauma on the brain.\nImprove knowledge on ACEs\, Trauma\, and Trauma-Informed Care.\nDescribe Trauma-Informed Care and its impact on your work.\nGenerate actionable ideas for applying knowledge to your work with youth and adults.\nEnhance the community’s ability to prevent and respond to trauma.\n\nRegister through Zero Abuse Project\nTo pay by credit/debit card\nFor registrations paying with a credit card\, please select PayPal as your payment method – we use PayPal’s system to handle our credit card payments\, but you DO NOT NEED a PayPal account to use this payment method. When you click “Place your Order”\, you will be taken to a page that will allow you to pay by credit/debit card. \nTo pay by invoice\nIf you select this ticket option to register\, you will be emailed an invoice within 2 weeks of your registration. There is an additional nominal charge to use this payment method. \nTo direct the invoice to be emailed to someone else in your agency\, please email our Senior Program Manager\, Suzanne Severson (suzanne@zeroabuseproject.org) with this information. \nCancellation Policy\nA $75.00 cancellation fee will be imposed for cancellations made up to 3 working days prior to a scheduled training – no refunds are allowed less than 3 working days prior to a scheduled training. If available\, a registration transfer to another scheduled training within 6 months may be made for a $25.00 administrative fee. \n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/adverse-childhood-experiences-comprehensive-trauma-informed-care-training-2/2024-08-01/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Special Events,Trauma-Informed Practice
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