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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Managing Unconscious Bias
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicRecognize, understand, and manage unconscious bias to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) workplace. Participants will explore the nature of unconscious bias, its impact on decision-making and behavior,…
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Guiding, Not Telling: Using Motivational Interviewing to Shape Session
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicParticipants will learn how to collaboratively develop agendas and guide conversations in ways that support, rather than steer, the people they serve. This session introduces core MI strategies for establishing…
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CBAT-O Learning Communities
CBAT-OThese learning communities offer a dedicated space to support shared learning, peer-to-peer connection, and organization-wide action planning. Both sessions will be held virtually and will feature presenters who will share…
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Homeless Youth Management Meeting
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicPlease join us for the quarterly HY Management Meeting. As a reminder, this meeting is mandatory for each program with the purpose of increasing communication across programs and with the…
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Community Youth Services (CYS) 101
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThe purpose of CYS 101 is to engage providers in intentional, productive, and constructive ways to fulfill grant requirements while recognizing and enhancing their strengths. Training will promote positive outcomes…
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CBAT-O Learning Communities
CBAT-OThese learning communities offer a dedicated space to support shared learning, peer-to-peer connection, and organization-wide action planning. Both sessions will be held virtually and will feature presenters who will share…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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CYS Management Meeting
Virtual EventCommunity Youth Services (CYS)Please join us for the quarterly CYS Management Meeting. As a reminder, this meeting is mandatory for each program with the purpose of increasing communication across programs and with the…
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Trauma and Juvenile Deliquency
IDHS Trauma TrainingIn this session, participants will examine the critical intersection between trauma and juvenile delinquency, with a focus on how adverse childhood experiences shape youth behavior and involvement in the legal…
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Trauma Talks: Resilience After Sexual Trauma
ICOY CARES Trauma TalksThis training will investigate the prevalence of child sexual abuse and sexual trafficking while exploring its impact on youth development specifically pertaining to possible social emotional consequences. This content will…





