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Using Reflective Foster Parenting to Understand Non-compliance and Defiance
Virtual EventCaregivers and professionals consistently report that defiance and non-compliance are two of the most difficult challenges youth in care display. These challenges, along with disobedience and disrespectful behavior, are often exasperating for caregivers. Traumatized children often fail to understand and abide by rules at home, school and in the community. The mind of the child…
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Culturally Responsive Parenting Group
Minnesota Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 10715 Zenith Ave S, Bloomington- Ongoing LearningUMOJA's Culturally Responsive Parenting Group provides a safe space for caregivers to ask questions and gain more understanding of their own biases and how to confront and reduce personal bias to better serve their children. This group also focuses on positive discipline, being a Black child in the world today, and trauma surrounding foster care…
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Support Group: Transracial Families Support
Eagan Community Center 1501 Central Parkway, EaganJoin us for our in-person support for caregivers & youth in transracial families. Youth will engage in a separate activity while caregivers meet. Refreshments provided. Childcare provided for youth 8 and under. Pre-registration is required. Click on the Support Group Link to register. Facilitated by Nitara Frost, Senior Parent Support Specialist and Carissa Franklin, Youth…
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[Fall Forum] Race and Law Enforcement
- Ongoing LearningRon Stallworth was the first Black detective in the history of the Colorado Springs Police Department. He overcame many obstacles, including prejudice from members of his own force and the difficulty of impersonating a KKK member. Stallworth offers insights on the intersections of race and law enforcement: how they have changed in some ways and…
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The Increasing Rates of Childhood and Adolescent Anxiety
Virtual EventThis presentation will provide education on childhood/adolescent anxiety symptoms and disorders. It will focus on education around how these disorders present and reasons why anxiety is increasing among our youth. The presentation will provide clinical examples and case studies. Interventions will be provided to help treat childhood and adolescent anxiety.
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Parenting in Racially and Culturally Diverse Families Training
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Ongoing LearningThis training helps participants understand the impact of parenting children from different racial/ethnic/cultural backgrounds and to know how to honor and incorporate child’s race/ethnicity/culture into their existing family system. Strategies are identified to help children develop positive and proud identities and to help children and families prepare for and handle racism in all forms. Openness…
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Supporting Your Child’s Learning: What to Do When They Need Extra Help
Virtual EventIs your child struggling in school? Do you suspect they may need additional support or services? Join us for this informative webinar designed to help families navigate the complex world of special education and student support services in public schools. In this session, you’ll learn: 1. How to recognize when your child may need…
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Culturally Responsive Parenting Group
Minnesota Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 10715 Zenith Ave S, Bloomington- Ongoing LearningUMOJA's Culturally Responsive Parenting Group provides a safe space for caregivers to ask questions and gain more understanding of their own biases and how to confront and reduce personal bias to better serve their children. This group also focuses on positive discipline, being a Black child in the world today, and trauma surrounding foster care…
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[Part 1] Secondary Trauma
Virtual EventSecondary trauma, also known as vicarious trauma, is the emotional and psychological impact experienced by people who are indirectly exposed to the traumatic experiences of others. It can occur through hearing details about or witnessing the aftermath of a trauma, and it can lead to symptoms similar to those of post-traumatic stress disorder. Secondary trauma…
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Special Education | Helping Students Succeed
- Online Webinar/Training, Support Group, or Meeting MN, United States- Ongoing LearningSaturday, September 20 10 a.m. – Noon on Zoom Learn the basics of the special education process including evaluation, Individualized Education Programs, and students’ rights. We’ll discuss the laws that impact children with disabilities, such as 504 Plans, the use of seclusion and restraints, and discipline policies. Gain a better understanding of how you can…
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Social Work Ethics in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Navigating Opportunities and Risks
Virtual Event- Ongoing LearningAs artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into health, human services, and social work practice (from predictive analytics and risk assessment tools to client engagement platforms) social workers must be equipped to navigate its ethical implications. This professional development session explores the intersection of social work values and AI technologies. Participants will examine how core…
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Culturally Responsive Parenting Group
Minnesota Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 10715 Zenith Ave S, Bloomington- Ongoing LearningUMOJA's Culturally Responsive Parenting Group provides a safe space for caregivers to ask questions and gain more understanding of their own biases and how to confront and reduce personal bias to better serve their children. This group also focuses on positive discipline, being a Black child in the world today, and trauma surrounding foster care…
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