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SUMMARY:Mega Training 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host our Annual Training series for Adoptive\, Foster\, and Kinship Providers featuring Kathy Magnusson\, Barb Clark and the QPI-MN panel.  Providers and Families will walk away with tools and ideas on how to best support the youth in their care. \nYou can join us virtually or in-person at one of our watch party locations \nPlease scroll down and click on the website link for more information and to register for the training.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/mega-training-2025/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T133000
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SUMMARY:School Support: Tackling School Issues
DESCRIPTION:Join Education & Training Specialist Sarah Benson for a virtual discussion on school challenges affecting your family today. \nConnect with caregivers\, gain expert insights\, and access resources to support your child’s success. \nPre-registration is required. Click on the School Support Link to pre-register. \nFacilitated by Sarah Benson\nEducation and Training Support Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/school-support-tackling-school-issues/
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250310T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Medication Administration and Management for Children in Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Webinar: Medication Administration and Management for Children in Foster Care\nMonday\, March 10\, 2025\, from 1:00-2:30 p.m. (CT)\nThis presentation will explore the ins and outs of managing medication for youth in foster care. We will discuss: \n\nTypes\, names\, and preparation forms of medication\nRoutes of administration\nWho administers medication\nGuidelines for administering medication\nRecord keeping special situations\nStorage inventory\, and disposal of medication\n\nPresented by Shelly DeBaker LPN \nShelly DeBaker received her LPN\, Licensed Practical Nurse in 1985 and completed her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Bethel University in 2011.  Those 40 years of nursing have included numerous areas of nursing from long term care\, inpatient\, mental health and operating room.  She has worked for Methodist Hospital as a RN since 2009 specializing in hospice and 2014 in oncology at Allina Health. She is an adoptive parent to 2 amazing kids and enjoys being outside and around water.  She enjoys sharing her medical knowledge through teaching\, especially fellow adoptive parents and being a resource for CHLSS.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/webinar-medication-administration-and-management-for-children-in-foster-care/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Professionals
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250312
DTSTAMP:20250122T205330Z
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SUMMARY:FAM Spring Summit - SAVE THE DATE!
DESCRIPTION:Details to come!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/fam-fall-forum-save-the-date/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T103000
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Understanding Challenging Behavior Through a Brain First Lens
DESCRIPTION:Neuroscience research underscores the influence of environmental factors\, teratogens\, and prenatal or postnatal stressors such as trauma\, alcohol\, and drug exposure on brain development. Many children impacted by these factors also face behavioral struggles. Why do traditional parenting techniques often fall short for such children and what alternative strategies can parents use to effectively support their children? This workshop will teach participants how to apply a brain-first approach to parenting children who have challenging behaviors. Through this lens\, behaviors are redefined and solutions are aligned with research findings\, offering new insights into supporting affected children more successfully. \n  \n\nEileen Devine is a licensed clinical social worker and founder of Brain First Parenting. She has over twenty years of clinical experience and for the last dozen of those years\, has focused on supporting parents across the globe who have children with brain-based differences and challenging behavioral symptoms. Through her work\, she teaches parents and professionals how to support individuals with challenging behaviors by moving away from consequence and reward systems\, to an approached rooted in neuroscience\, and focused on the brain – behavior connection. In addition to her clinical expertise\, Eileen is the parent of a teenage daughter who lives with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder\, a serious brain-based condition.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-understanding-challenging-behavior-through-a-brain-first-lens/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T121500
DTSTAMP:20250128T211744Z
CREATED:20250128T211744Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Disable the Child's Label
DESCRIPTION:Labels take on a life of their own as the words we speak and write have great power to build up\, define or defeat a child. These labels have the ability to follow children for the rest of their lives and can shape their attitude\, self-esteem\, relationships and professional life. Derek Clark will give you insight into his personal childhood journey of being wrongfully labeled in the foster care system for thirteen years\, and the key reasons on how he did not turn out addicted\, incarcerated\, or dead. Derek will challenge many of the accepted practices of the child welfare system and provide alternative ways to understand why kids behave in the ways that they do. This understanding will generate hope and restore dignity to the young people as well as restore humanness and compassion in the hearts of professionals. \n\nDerek Clark’s life is one of resilience and redemption. As a child\, he suffered unthinkable child abuse\, abandonment and emotional distress before being turned over to the psychiatric hospital at age five. His 13 years in the San Francisco bay area foster care system reflected an early life of humiliation\, aggression\, emotional distress\, overwhelming anxiety and being wrongfully labeled. Eventually\, with the help of foster parents\, a fantastic social worker and mentors\, he defied the artificial limitations imposed upon him. Derek knows first-hand how to cope with adversity and overcoming hardship. His past has never held him back from accomplishing what he set his heart and mind to. \nDerek is an inspiring motivational speaker/trainer. His popular keynotes are “The Power of Resilience and Redemption: From Brutal Trauma to Triumph” and “You Cannot Think Negative About a Child and Expect a Positive Outcome”. He is the author of seven books including Disable the Label: Never Limit the Potential of a Child\, Never Limit Your Life and the I Will Never Give Up book series. Derek’s true-life trials and personal triumphs have inspired organizations worldwide with his message of resilience\, hope\, courage\, unwavering perseverance and redemption. He recently received the International Foster Care Award through SOS Children’s Village where they are located in 134 countries helping and protecting children.\nDerek has also been a featured expert on CNN Headline News\, The Steve Harvey TV Show\, The Ricki Lake TV Show and other TV shows around the world. Recently\, Derek has become a viral video sensation for his “Rapping Dad” videos which have had over 250 million social media views.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-disable-the-childs-label/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T130000
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SUMMARY:Child & Teen Checkups (C&TC)
DESCRIPTION:C&TC is a benefit for children in Minnesota who are eligible for Medical Assistance (Medicaid). C&TC provides for a regular schedule of well-child checks 0-20 years of age that help children and youth stay healthy. These well-child checks look at your child’s growth\, development and overall health. These “checkups” are meant to keep your child healthy by finding any health concerns or problems early. Finding health concerns early prevents them from becoming bigger problems later. Keeping your child healthy means they are more likely to grow into healthy adults.  Learn about this helpful benefit and how they can help you find a clinic\, locate transportation or an interpreter\, and assist with setting up appointments.  We will have time for questions and answers. \nPresenter:\nSandra Camp Senior Community Health Worker\nHennepin County Child and Teen Checkups Program
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/child-teen-checkups-ctc/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T140000
DTSTAMP:20250128T211813Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] The "S" Word: Breaking the Silence Around Suicidality and Self-Injury
DESCRIPTION:Discussions around suicide and self-injury can be challenging and uncomfortable\, yet these conversations are critical in providing effective support and intervention. This workshop is designed to provide a safe space to address stigma\, build confidence and skills in risk assessment\, initiate meaningful dialogue and foster a safe environment for individuals struggling with suicidal experiences and/or self-harm. \nObjectives:\n– Recognize warning signs and risk factors.\n– Explore techniques to reduce stigma and foster effective and empathetic conversations.\n– Build confidence in understanding and responding to various levels of suicidal ideation.\n– Develop skills to navigate challenging emotional responses and provide support during crises involving suicidal ideation and self-injury. \n  \n\nBrianna received her MSW from the University of Minnesota in 2018 and currently holds her LICSW. Brianna works as a clinical program therapist with the MN Department of Corrections in a maximum-security mental health unit where she works with incarcerated individuals experiencing an acute mental health crisis. She is also a member of The Minnesota Suicide Prevention Taskforce where she works to elevate suicide prevention as a priority in MN. She has worked in the mental health field for almost 15 years and has grown passionate about working with children\, adolescents\, and adults who hold marginalized identities. Brianna enjoys presenting educational trainings to a variety of different agencies and organizations on topics including attachment and development\, severe and persistent mental illness\, LGBTQ+ topics and trauma-informed care.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-the-s-word-breaking-the-silence-around-suicidality-and-self-injury/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T154500
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Racialized: The Cultural Impact on Native American Transracial Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Rarely discussed are the problematic issues that arise in the child who is adopted from one ethnicity/culture and placed into another\, especially if that placement revolves around race. My experience as an anthropologist and Native American transracial adoptee allows me to speak directly about the negative pressure we encounter as we attempt to navigate the two cultures we inhabit. We will explore the tensions through the lens of cultural anthropology\, including issues if belonging/non-belonging\, what we have gained/lost by living in a racialized world\, as well as how Americans are taught to ‘see’ Native Americans and how those negative images impact us. What the audience will learn is that the racialized environment the child lives in can have long-lasting negative impacts\, far into their adulthood\, and ways they can work in their communities to combat the racism\, while standing up for their child. \n  \n\nSusan Devan Harness is a cultural anthropologist\, member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes\, and an American Indian Transracial Adoptee. \nHer book Bitterroot: A Salish Memoir of Transracial Adoption has received multiple awards including the High Plains Book Award for Indigenous Author and Creative Nonfiction categories\, as well as the Sudler Award for the best work of nonfiction or fiction on western American subject by a woman author.  Ms. Harnesses cultural anthropology research\, Mixing Cultural Identities Through Transracial Adoption\, was published by Edwin Mellen Press. \nHer most recent writing appears in the anthology\, When We Become Ours\, published by HarperCollins\, and Philosophies of Adoption: Perspectives and Reflections\, which will be published by Lexington Press in 2024. \nMs. Harness has spoken both nationally and internationally on the topic of American Indian transracial adoption\, as well as appeared in various media including podcasts\, public radio\, and on the TEDxMileHigh stage.  She holds MAs in Anthropology and English\, both from Colorado State University\, where she is an affiliate of the Department of Anthropology and Geography. \nMs. Harness lives in Fort Collins\, Colorado with her husband\, Rick\, her Golden retriever\, Max\, and a beautiful vegetable garden.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-racialized-the-cultural-impact-on-native-american-transracial-adoption/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T190000
DTSTAMP:20250303T192738Z
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SUMMARY:Support Group: Transracial Families Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our in-person support for caregivers & youth in transracial families. Youth will engage in a separate activity while caregivers meet. Refreshments provided.\nChildcare provided for youth 8 and under.\nPre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to register.\nFacilitated by Nitara Frost\, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin\, Youth Engagement Specialist
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/support-group-transracial-families-support/2025-03-12/
LOCATION:Eagan Community Center\, 1501 Central Parkway\, Eagan\, 55121
CATEGORIES:- Children (0-10),- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Support Groups,- Youth (11-18)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20250129T195818Z
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SUMMARY:Kinship Parenting and Building Resilience
DESCRIPTION:This training acknowledges the complexities associated with Relative/Kinship caregiving through fostering and adoption. Topics will include divided loyalties\, redefining roles and relationships\, setting boundaries with parents and other relatives\, the range of emotions caregivers can feel and how children who have experienced trauma\, separation\, or loss can impact a caregiver’s own well-being. Strategies for how to manage family dynamics and conflicts\, identify triggers and effectively manage stress are shared. \nThis training is for Ampersand kinship caregivers who are completing the home study assessment process. Please consult with your permanency specialist before signing up. \nAll trainings are subject to change and cancellation based on need.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/kinship-parenting-and-building-resilience/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Conference\, conference@wearefamiliesrising.org
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTSTAMP:20250122T205426Z
CREATED:20250122T205426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T205426Z
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SUMMARY:FAM Spring Summit - SAVE THE DATE!
DESCRIPTION:Details to come!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/fam-spring-summit-save-the-date/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T103000
DTSTAMP:20250128T211935Z
CREATED:20250128T211935Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] Caring for Others Without Losing Yourself
DESCRIPTION:Self-compassion involves treating ourselves kindly\, like we would a close friend we cared about. Rather than continually judging and evaluating ourselves\, self-compassion involves generating kindness toward ourselves as imperfect humans\, and learning to be present with the inevitable struggles of life with greater ease. This talk will present theory and research on self-compassion\, which a burgeoning empirical literature has shown to be powerfully associated with psychological wellbeing. It will also discuss the crucial role that self-compassion plays for caregivers in order to reduce burnout. Practices will be taught to help people bring compassion to moments of distress in daily life. A practice will also be taught that can help individuals maintain balance in difficult situations involving caring for others. \n  \n\nKristin Neff\, PhD received her doctorate from the University of California at Berkeley\, studying moral development.  She did two years of postdoctoral study at the University of Denver studying self-concept development. She is currently an Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. During Dr. Neff’s last year of graduate school\, she became interested in Buddhism and started practicing self-compassion. While doing her post-doctoral work she decided to conduct research on the construct\, which had not yet been examined empirically. She developed a theory and created a scale to measure self-compassion more than 20 years ago. Dr. Neff has written numerous academic articles and book chapters on the topic and has been recognized as one of the most influential scholars in the field of psychology. Well over 5000 studies have been conducted on self-compassion since her seminal articles were first published in 2003. In addition to her academic work\, she is author of the books Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself\, and Fierce Self-Compassion: How Women can Harness Kindness to Speak Up\, Claim Their Power and Thrive. In conjunction with her colleague Dr. Chris Germer\, she has developed an empirically supported training program called Mindful Self-Compassion\, which is taught by thousands of teachers worldwide. She is co-founder of the nonprofit Center for Mindful Self-Compassion\, which offers self-compassion training in a variety of forms.  Drs. Neff and Germer co-authored The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook\, Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program: A Guide for Professionals\, and their latest book is Mindful Self-Compassion for Burnout: Tools to Help You Heal and Recharge When You’re Wrung Out by Stress. For more information on self-compassion\, including a self-compassion test\, research articles\, and practices\, go to www.self-compassion.org.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-caring-for-others-without-losing-yourself/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T121500
DTSTAMP:20250128T211957Z
CREATED:20250128T211957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T211957Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] [Part 1] Gender-Based Violence: Its Lasting Impact on Children
DESCRIPTION:Part 1 will explore intimate partner and gender-based violence and the lasting impact it may have on children who are witnesses or victims of this violence.  We will also examine how to talk with a teen in an empowering way.  Gender-based violence  is not a private or family matter\, it’s an issue that affects the community and we must work together to provide help and hope. \nJoin us for Part 2: Gender-Based Violence: A Caring\, Community Approach to Supporting Childhood Survivors on April 10th.  \n  \n\nMarcus Bruning retired from active law enforcement in 2013 after a 28 year public safety career.   Marcus served the last 20 years with the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office in Duluth\, Minnesota where he retired as Division Commander (Rank of Major).  Marcus also founded Marcus Bruning Training and Consulting in 2001. Marcus Bruning is known for the real world practical education and training he provides for community-based teams everywhere.  Marcus Bruning is a certified Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Training Specialist and provides instruction around the world in domestic crisis intervention and intelligence led policing. Marcus Bruning is internationally recognized as an expert on law enforcement response to intimate partner abuse\, sexual assault and stalking. Major Bruning also provides training services as a Contract Instructor for Praxis International\, Minnesota Program Development Inc.\, The Gender Violence Institute\, The National Sheriff’s Association and the Bureau of Indian Affairs.  Marcus has presented internationally for Global Rights For Women facilitating classes for members of parliament and non-government officials from 21 countries in Eastern Europe.  Marcus also assisted with the development and implementation of a risk assessment tool for The United Nations Women’s Organization in Tbilisi\, Republic of Georgia and facilitated Domestic Violence Institutes for Vital Voices Global Partners in Romania\, Honduras\, Poland\, and Argentina. Marcus facilitated gender-based violence response training for the U.S. Army in South Korea. Marcus specializes in providing insight into the surprising similarities of victims and police officers that will help you connect to the complex thought patterns of a victim in trying to survive the moment and the long term. Major Bruning has published articles in the National Sheriff’s Magazine and has been quoted in Oprah’s “O” Magazine.  Marcus was also an adjunct professor for the University of Minnesota from which he earned his Masters of Education degree and is a member of American Mensa.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-part-1-gender-based-violence-its-lasting-impact-on-children/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T140000
DTSTAMP:20250128T212022Z
CREATED:20250128T212022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T212022Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] New Horizons in Father Engagement
DESCRIPTION:What to Do with Dad After You Have His Attention.  Now that paternal involvement in the lives of children has been flagged as important to both child and family well-being\, many questions arise about how the nurturing world is to make room for father’s contributions\, given that 1) those contributions differ from mother’s\, and 2) child-centered systems (including the family\, educational\, and healthcare) aren’t currently shaped to easily integrate his contributions. Co-parenting no longer uniquely references parenting after divorce\, serving instead as the marquis for the next phase of the real-world of paternal engagement—how parents tag team to raise their children across time\, or not. Research and public policy are woven together with clinical realities of the diverse world of paternal and grandparental engagement where non-traditional arrangements expand almost daily. Advice is tendered throughout\, ending with the signature audience-engaging Q&A of Kyle Pruett presentations. \n  \n\nKyle D. Pruett\, M.D.\, a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at both the Child study Center and the School of Nursing at the Yale School of Medicine\, conducted the country’s only long-term study of the impact on children of primary caretaking fathers. Author of several award-winning books\, he also writes a blog for Psychology Today called “Once Upon a Child.” He hosted his own Lifetime Television series\, Your Child Six to Twelve with Dr. Kyle Pruett\, and was chosen by Oprah Winfrey to host her award-winning video\, Begin With Love.\, and by Peter Jennings to appear with him on the Children’s Town Meetings after 9-11. \nDr. Pruett appears frequently in the New York Times\, on National Public Radio and Television. An acclaimed speaker and teacher\, he has addressed the National Press Club\, educated judges\, lawyers\, business leaders and physicians in many states and countries\, and advised dozens of legislators and policy makers at the state and national level. He is past president of Zero to Three: The National Center for Infants\, Toddlers and their Families\, and a past member of the Sesame Workshop Board of Directors. Dr. Pruett is featured in the award-winning Zero to Three Podcast series “Little Kids\, Big Questions\,” the Goddard Schools ‘Parenting in Five” and the Johnson and Johnson video. \nEducated in Indiana public schools\, and Yale and Tufts Universities\, he has served as a forensic consultant on child\, parental and family development\, paternal involvement\, children’s mental health\, creativity\, and the effects of media\, trauma\, and divorce on children. He was Visiting Professor at University of Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada. Dr. Pruett co-founder of the Early Childhood Peace Consortium at Yale and the United Nations with recent presentations in Istanbul\, Marrakech\, Florence\, and the UN/UNICEF in New York. He served as early childhood consultant to the Salama bint Hamdan Foundation\, Abu Dhabi\, UAE. A member of the Performing Arts Medicine Association\, Dr. Pruett is also a gifted musician and regularly performs as a soloist in opera\, oratorio and vocal chamber music. He is father to three daughters and one son\, grandfather of four\, and is married to Dr. Marsha Kline Pruett\, the Maconda Brown Professor of Psychology and Social Work at Smith College.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-new-horizons-in-father-engagement/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T154500
DTSTAMP:20250128T212059Z
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SUMMARY:[Spring Summit] How Caregivers Build Confidence and Positive Momentum in Kids
DESCRIPTION:Leveraging his work with millions of students since 1999\, Mawi Asgedom will share specific actionable tools caregivers can use to connect with their kids and help kids thrive. Mawi will also share his personal story – from a refugee camp to Harvard\, to author and entrepreneur and now a father of four children – and applicable lessons and reflections for audience members. \n  \n\nMawi Asgedom is an educator and bestselling author who has inspired millions of students around the world. He is currently the CEO and founder of Inner Heroes Universe\, an organization that strengthens the mental health and well being of youth. As a child\, Mawi fled civil war in Ethiopia and survived a Sudanese refugee camp\, before resettling in the United States\, where he overcame poverty\, language barriers\, and personal struggles to graduate from Harvard University\, delivering the commencement address to an audience of 30\,000. His first company\, Mawi Learning\, pioneered the field of online and blended Social Emotional Learning. Mawi Learning trained millions of students around the world and won many innovation awards before being acquired by the global education company ACT. Mawi has been hailed by ESSENCE magazine as one of the “40 Most Inspiring African-Americans” and his interview with Oprah Winfrey has been called one of her “Top 20 Moments.” You can learn more about Mawi at InnerHeroesUniverse.com
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/spring-summit-how-caregivers-build-confidence-and-positive-momentum-in-kids/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T190000
DTSTAMP:20250228T152012Z
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UID:10001431-1742407200-1742410800@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:Navigating FASD: Empowering Foster Providers
DESCRIPTION:Description: This one-hour training session is designed for foster parents to meet their yearly FASD training requirement for license renewal. In this training\, we’ll discuss the impact of FASD on brain function and behavior\, define fundamental characteristics\, and learn from real life examples from caregivers. Additionally\, foster parents will be introduced to various FASD-informed support resources available\, along with guidance on how to access and use these resources. By the end of the session\, participants will have a well-rounded understanding of FASD\, useful support strategies\, and valuable resources\, giving them the tools and confidence to make a positive difference in the lives of children with FASD. \nLearning Objectives: Identify fundamental characteristics of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) and impact on the brain Discuss strategies and examples to support children with FASD Identify FASD-informed support resources \nPresenter:  A member of the Proof Alliance Speaker’s Bureau.
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/navigating-fasd-empowering-foster-providers-3/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Social Service":MAILTO:welcome@chlss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T203000
DTSTAMP:20250314T145813Z
CREATED:20250303T192007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T145813Z
UID:10001434-1742929200-1742934600@permanencyhubmn.org
SUMMARY:C2i Services for Foster Youth Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Connections 2 Independence supports foster youth ages 14-24 with unique programming and advocacy for a successful transition to independent adulthood. Join us to learn how they can support a youth you know! \nIf you know any foster youth that could use support in their transition to adulthood\, this webinar is for you!
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/c2i-services-for-foster-youth-information-session/
LOCATION:– Online Webinar/Training\, Support Group\, or Meeting\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:- Adult Adoptees,- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Pre-Adopt Parents,- Professionals,- Youth (11-18)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTSTAMP:20250218T203414Z
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SUMMARY:UMOJA MN - Winter Camp
DESCRIPTION:UMOJA MN is proud to announce that our Winter Camp “Strong Bodies\, Strong Minds\, Strong Futures” is open for families to register! \nOur Winter Camp theme will focus on Black healthcare\, wellness\, mental health\, and future careers in healthcare. \nCamp will feature specialized classes and breakout sessions tailored to children\, youth\, and parents/guardians. \nCome make lasting memories with creative activities\, engaging workshops for all ages\, family team building\, and opportunities to enjoy each other as you learn about Black culture. \nUMOJA MN is a valuable resource for Black youth who have been adopted\, fostered\, or are in kinship care\, as well as their families in Minnesota. \nThis three-day experience is all about connecting Black youth to their rich heritage through a variety of cultural activities\, educational experiences\, and just plain fun! We’re all about ensuring our young people build a strong\, positive connection to their Black identity\, and Black Heritage Camp does just that. \n 
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/umoja-mn-winter-camp/
LOCATION:3200 E 81st St\, Bloomington\, MN 55425\, 3200 E 81st S\, Bloomington\, 55425
CATEGORIES:- Activities,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Youth (11-18)
ORGANIZER;CN="EVOLVE Family Services":MAILTO:umoja@evolveservices.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T143000
DTSTAMP:20250618T181141Z
CREATED:20250218T203530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T181141Z
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SUMMARY:Kinship Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EVOLVE Family Services is collaboratively hosting a Kinship Support Group with the Institute to Transform Child protection. This group is held monthly\, on the last Friday of every month at Wilder Foundation. \nThis group is intended to provide a space for Kinship caregivers to connect on similar experience and learn from one another. Special topics are outlined below: \nJune 27th – Parents are Sexuality Educators\, special speaker: Family Tree Clinic
URL:https://permanencyhubmn.org/event/kinship-support-group-2/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:Wilder Foundation\, 451 Lexington Pkwy N\, Saint Paul
CATEGORIES:- Foster Parents,- Kinship/Adoptive/Foster Parents,- Ongoing Learning,- Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="EVOLVE Family Services":MAILTO:umoja@evolveservices.org
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