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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The Impact of Trauma on Youth
IDHS Trauma TrainingDuring this session participants will dive into understanding the profound impact of trauma on youth. Participants will receive a comprehensive understanding of trauma responses including their relation to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), brain development, behavior, and more. Additionally, there will be opportunities to explore the concept of Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), emphasizing the potential for…
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Community Trauma and Resiliency
IDHS Trauma TrainingThis session is designed to provide a deeper understanding of community trauma and the systems that cause and perpetuate harm. Participants will identify risk factors driving community violence and its impacts on communities, providers, and respective work they do. Participants can expect to leave the training session with knowledge and tools to address community trauma…
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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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Restorative Justice 201
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicRestorative Justice 201: Practicing the Principles is a 2 hour virtual training that builds on RJ 101 by exploring how restorative justice principles come to life in complex, real-world situations. Through interactive discussion and applied scenarios, participants will deepen their understanding of shared power, trauma-informed practice, and the role of restorative justice in systems involving…
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Trauma-Informed Supervision
IDHS Trauma TrainingThis training session is designed for supervisors, managers, and senior leadership to enhance team support and build vital supervisory networks. Together we will explore trauma-informed supervision techniques focusing on relationship building, conflict management, and effective communication strategies. Finally, participants will discuss skills to create a trauma-informed environment for both staff and clients. Two continuing education…
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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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Restorative Leadership
Virtual EventIDHS Capacity Building Training TopicGreat leaders don’t just manage teams—they cultivate trust, resilience, and collaboration. In this interactive training, you’ll explore the principles of Restorative Leadership, a leadership style that strengthens relationships, resolves conflicts, and fosters an inclusive, equitable team environment. Through real-world scenarios and hands-on activities, you’ll develop key skills in growth mindset, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, cultural…
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Relational Data Gathering Strategies
RPSAProviders are charged with daunting responsibilities. One of the most challenging ones is to gather accurate information from clients that will be used for their treatment plans. This often require clients to divulge sensitive, potentially traumatic experiences. This training helps practitioners develop relational strategies to help clients feel safe and supported thus allowing them to…
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Child Welfare Coalition Call
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…
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Staff Engagement & Community Outreach
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis 2-hour training session will provide participants with principles that will enhance their engagement practices by examining cultural sensitivity, self-control, values & beliefs andoffer tips on creating quality and impactful outreach efforts. In these sessions, we will look at: -Effective and Relevant communication -Relationship Building -Visions and Goals -Celebration & Recognition -Needs Assessment -Assessing Sensitivity,…
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Motivational Interviewing
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis ICOY training provides an overview of motivational interviewing and its key elements for effective practice: Values, Ambivalence, Empathy, the Spirit of MI, O.A.R.S, and Eliciting Change Talk. The main focus of motivational interviewing is to partner with the individual to enhance motivation and utilize ambivalence to build a successful plan for making change. Compared…
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Engaged and Empowered: Fundamentals to Trauma-Informed Youth Engagement
IDHS Trauma TrainingIn this training we will discuss and explore what makes for meaningful youth engagement. To do this, we will unpack the impact of systemic barriers and reframe our understanding of what engagement really means. Through a framework of power-sharing, we will practice skills to increase youth trust and enhance sustainable youth buy-in. Two continuing education…