Upcoming Events
ICOY hosts training, policy forums, special events and other meetings for our membership, direct service providers contracted through the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and service administrators. See a calendar of all our upcoming events and training.
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ICOY Child Welfare Coalition
ICOY MembersJoin ICOY and other member organizations on a call to discuss key changes in the child welfare and youth-led arena.The goal is to create a child welfare system that prepares youth to become successful and self-sufficient. Illinois Collaboration on Youth (ICOY) seeks to focus the attention of Illinois’ elected officials in all branches of government…
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Casey Life Skills
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicPlease join us for this Casey Life skills training, developed by Casey Family Programs, which teaches youth providers how to use life skills assessments with youth in homeless youth and transitioning youth programs. Casey assessments also have applications in a variety of other youth service programs including basic centers, street outreach programs, educational outreach programs…
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Trauma Talks: Youth and Mental Health
ICOY CARES Trauma TalksIn this training we will explore primary traumas that youth are facing. Together we will identify signs to look for in youth that may be experiencing some of these challenges. From there we will process the ways that mental health challenges can be harmful if untreated. Finally, we will recognize the role we play and…
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Youth Experiencing Housing Instability 101
Homeless YouthThis two-day webinar provides supervisory and front-line staff working in DHS funded Homeless Youth programs with essential information they need to ensure effective practice and compliance with the program's regulations. Participants will learn how to best engage homeless youth and create the environments and programs that most effectively meet their needs. During this training we…
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LGBTQ+ Learning Community
Homeless YouthJoin us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Learning Community, facilitated by Marlee Goodman, ICOY’s LGBTQ+ Liaison, HRC, and Training & Trauma Initiatives Specialist. These 1-hour conversational and informational sessions will create a space to bring together leaders in the field committed to advancing the rights, safety, and authenticity of queer youth, families, and service providers across…
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Overview of eCornerstone
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis introductory training will provide participants with an overview of the eCornerstone system including specific data entry information for CCBYS, Redeploy, Teen REACH and Homeless Youth programs. Participants will walk through the process of logging in to eCornerstone and entering client data from enrollment to discharge. By the end of the training, participants will be…
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Peace Circle 102
333 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604 333 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesIDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis advanced training explores how to facilitate restorative spaces in high-stakes environments. Program providers often work with youth navigating complex challenges, including gang affiliation, community violence, and personal loss. This session will equip participants with strategies to hold space for meaningful discussions while maintaining structure and emotional safety. Participants will learn practical facilitation techniques to…
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IYIP Management Meeting
Tinley Park Convention Center 18451 Convention Center Dr., Tinley Park, IL, United StatesIllinois Youth Investment Program (IYIP)Please join us for today’s management meeting for IYIP providers. As a reminder, this meeting is in person and is mandatory for each program with the purpose of increasing communication across programs and with the state. No more than 2 people from each organization.
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Bridging Gaps Between Schools & Community Based Services
Illinois Youth Investment Program (IYIP)This training will take a closer look at components of community safety and underscore the importance of strong relationships between communities and schools for maintaining safe neighborhoods. Providers will take a deeper look into common barriers to community partnerships specifically related to supporting justice/system-involved youth. Participants can hope to leave the training session with knowledge…
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Positive Youth Development
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicUnderstanding Youth Development: Harnessing the Power to TransformIndividuals and Communities: History / Core Concepts / Practical Application This module provides participants the opportunity to ground themselves within the history and theory that have led to positive youth development. Core principles and concepts of youth development as a model to create organizational and community change is…
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2025 ICOY Annual Member Meeting
NIU-Naperville Conference Center 1120 East Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL, United StatesICOY MembersNot a member but want to purchase tickets? Please click here or enter promo code NonMemberTickets to get access to non-member tickets. Our two-day conference format is back! ICOY's Annual Member Meeting will be held this year in Naperville on Tuesday, June 10th and Wednesday, June 11th. We will convene in the early afternoon of June 10th to…
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Conflict Reconciliation
Virtual EventIDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis 3-hour training will aid its participants in developing tools to work through internal issues that create conflict. We will look at 4 Keys to developing an effective Conflict Reconciliation System. We will explore the importance of: -Internal Responsibility: Diminishing apathy and indifference and increasing passion and concern. -Embrace Reality: How to minimize frustration by…