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  • Grant Writing 101

    This introductory session is designed for nonprofit staff, board members, and volunteers with little or no experience writing a grant proposal. Participants will learn: how to discern if a funding opportunity is a good fit for their organization; about the difference between public- and private-sector grants; about the current trends in grant making; how to…

  • Building a Trauma-Informed Organization

    IDHS Trauma Training

    Creating a trauma-informed organization does not have a one-size fits all approach. This training serves as a guide for organizations in developing and growing trauma-informed care within its organizational structures. Organizations will learn how to develop strategies to create and enhance their trauma-informed practices in teams, programs, and overall agency systems. We will discuss policy…

  • CYS Management Meeting

    Illinois State University Alumni Center, 1101 N. Main Street, Normal IL 61761 Illinois State University Alumni Center, 1101 N. Main Street, Normal IL 61761, Normal, IL, United States
    Community Youth Services (CYS)

    Please join us for today’s in-person management meeting for CYS providers! As a reminder, this meeting is mandatory for each program with the purpose of increasing communication across programs and with the state. No more than 2 guests per organization.   Illinois State University Alumni Center 1101 North Main Street Normal, IL 61790

  • CYS 101

    Community Youth Services (CYS)

    The 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 by providing opportunities, fostering positive relationships, and giving the support that is needed to develop mechanisms that enhance program goals and objectives. Topics to be…

  • Developmental Trauma and Maternal Stress

    IDHS Trauma Training

    This session offers attendees a foundational understanding of how trauma and stress can impact us even before birth. While it’s often assumed that children are naturally resilient to stress and trauma, true resilience is dependent on the context and wider systems in which a child develops. Together, we’ll explore key concepts such as maternal buffering,…

  • Child Welfare Coalition Call

    ICOY Members

    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…

  • CCBYS Supervisor

    Virtual Event
    Comprehensive Community Based Youth Services (CCBYS)

    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,…

  • LGBTQ+ Learning Community

    Comprehensive Community Based Youth Services (CCBYS)

    Join 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…

  • Trauma Talks: Domestic Violence and Trauma

    ICOY CARES Trauma Talks

    Understanding Domestic Violence is beyond observing individual relationships. Understanding Domestic Violence requires a reflection of larger society and systems to truly address its impact. Additionally, we will address the unique barriers for communities, such as mothers, youth, elders, immigrants, individuals with disabilities as a few examples. Participants will grow shared language and tools to best…

  • Unlocking Loan Repayment: A Guide to the Human Service Professional Loan Repayment Program

    Virtual Event
    Online

    Join ICOY and our partners at Illinois Partners for Human Service to learn about the Human Service Professional Loan Repayment Program, and how human service professionals can take advantage of it. We will be discussing eligibility requirements, timelines, and how to apply using the Illinois Student Assistance Commission's (ISAC) website. Special guests include ISAC representatives…

  • The Intersection of LGBTQ+ Identity and Systems

    IDHS Trauma Training

    Over 30% of youth in the child welfare + justice systems identify as LGBTQIA2S+. Why is this percentage over 3X as much as their representation in the general population? This session will explore the complex and compounding factors that put queer youth at high risk for system involvement. Together we will unpack the societal factors,…

  • CBAT-O Live Demonstration

    IDHS Trauma Training

    This live demonstration will support participants in learning how to complete the CBAT-O with detailed step-by-step instructions. This session allows attendees to ask individualized questions regarding the CBAT-O process. If attendees are still seeking support, we encourage them to sign up for our office hours.

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