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.
Trauma Talks: The Social-Emotional Consequences of Sexual Trauma
During this session, we will discuss the signs and symptoms of sexual trauma. Participants will also learn about intimacy trauma and the effects it can have on clients. We will also explore ways to support our clients with releasing trauma that is trapped in the body. About the Facilitator: Heshima has dedicated over 18 years…
ICOY Monthly Member Call
Register below for ICOY’s monthly member call where we’ll provide updates from state and federal agencies on topics related to your work. If you don’t currently belong to a member organization but would like to participate, reach out to cvansanten@icoyouth.org for more information.
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 of…
ICOY Capacity Building Series: Recruiting and Retaining the Perfect Board Member
A critical ingredient of any strong and effective board is the actual composition of its members. In this session we will explore how organizational by-laws, clear position descriptions and focused recruitment strategies can enhance board recruitment and retention efforts. We will also look at ways to cultivate a pipeline of potential new members, help those…
Casey Life Skills
Please 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…
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…
ICOY Capacity Building Series: Building A Strong Board
During this session we will briefly explore the primary responsibilities of board of directors and how to help them execute those duties in service to the organization. We will also discuss the appropriate relationship between the board and staff with a special focus on hiring and supervising executive directors without overstepping. We will explore how…
CCBYS Management Meeting
Please join us for today's management meeting for CCBYS 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.
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 of…
Legal Training for Practitioners Working with Youth in Crisis
Please join ICOY's Legal training to review best practices for working with youth and families in the context of an agency's legal responsibilities. We will address decision-making authority and the various players, juvenile justice laws, and intersecting legal proceedings, crisis situations and responses, rights of minors without parental consent, and legal guidelines for case managers.…
ICOY Capacity Building Series: Show Me the Money
While volunteers and donated goods can be extremely helpful in getting a program and organization off the ground, eventually most nonprofit organizations are going to have to fundraise to keep the organization and its programs going. This session will explore the kinds of ways most nonprofits raise vital restrict and unrestricted funds and the challenges…
CCBYS Supervisor
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,…