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.
IDHS Trauma Virtual Learning Communities
IDHS Trauma Virtual Learning Communities were created to complement the Capacity Building Assessment Tool for Organizations (CBAT-O). The goal is to support organizations in their focus of developing a strategic plan for implementing trauma-informed change while considering each organization’s strengths, weakness, opportunities, and threats. All IDHS funded organizations are expected to attend at least one Virtual Learning Community session. Learning communities will emphasize peer-to-peer provider learning through…
Youth Experiencing Housing Instability 101 (formerly Homeless Youth 101)
This 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…
Family & Community Engagement
The More You Know, the more you grow! This training will explore and engage participants in the "two heads are better than one" model of community partnerships! Together we will discuss the power of collaboration and how it can lead to positive results such as thriving families and sustainable communities. Be prepared to identify potential…
CCBYS Supervisor Training
Through interactive engagement, this training will define the role of CCBYS supervisor and administrators by looking at standards, juvenile court act, MRAI, and agency practice. During this two- and half-hour webinar, we will share important skills and day-to-day learning needed for new staff. We will also focus on how to engage discretionary clients, community outreach,…
Homeless Youth Management
Please join us for the first management meeting for Homeless Youth providers in FY23! As a reminder, this meeting is mandatory for each program with the purpose of increasing communication across programs and with the state. Agenda: TBD
IDHS Trauma Training: Culture and Trauma
Trauma has context. That context oftentimes has cultural and historical roots. This training will explore the relationship between trauma and culture by looking specifically at populations who are at high risk for experiencing trauma. Participants will also learn about the ways power and oppression impact trauma and access to resources. Lastly, participants will learn about…
IDHS Trauma Training: Culture and Trauma
Trauma has context. That context oftentimes has cultural and historical roots. This training will explore the relationship between trauma and culture by looking specifically at populations who are at high risk for experiencing trauma. Participants will also learn about the ways power and oppression impact trauma and access to resources. Lastly, participants will learn about…
Child Welfare Coalition Call
Join ICOY and other member organizations on a biweekly 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…
IDHS Trauma Training: Virtual Learning Communites
Join us for an insightful discussion exploring 'Understanding Trauma in Youth Development' and 'Engaging Youth Voice, Family, and Community.' Participants can select the discussion topic they prefer to join. Our learning communities will foster peer-to-peer provider learning through breakout rooms, small group discussions, and resource sharing. Led by members of the ICOY Trauma Initiatives, these…
IDHS Trauma Training: Holding Joy & Trauma during Women’s History Month
Please join ICOY’s Trauma Initiatives Team for a discussion on holding joy and trauma during women’s history month! Together we will explore the historical context of gender in relation to oppression and empowerment. Additionally, we will discuss intersectionality to understand how shared gender identity doesn’t equate to shared lived experiences. As a takeaway, we will…
IDHS Trauma Virtual Learning Communities
IDHS Trauma Virtual Learning Communities were created to complement the Capacity Building Assessment Tool for Organizations (CBAT-O). The goal is to support organizations in their focus of developing a strategic plan for implementing trauma-informed change while considering each organization’s strengths, weakness, opportunities, and threats. All IDHS funded organizations are expected to attend at least one Virtual Learning Community session. Learning communities will emphasize peer-to-peer provider learning through…
Child Welfare Coalition Call
Join 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…