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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Legal Training for Practitioners Working with Youth in Crisis
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicPlease 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…
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Building a Trauma-Informed Organization
IDHS Trauma TrainingCreating 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.…
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Developmental Trauma and Maternal Stress
IDHS Trauma TrainingThis 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…
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Engagement as the Foundation of Change: Rooting in the Spirit of Motivational Interviewing
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis session focuses on the “Spirit” of Motivational Interviewing - partnership, acceptance, compassion, and empowerment - as the essential starting point for all change work. Participants will learn how 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…
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Building Your Organizational Board
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis two-hour virtual training will focus on the basic elements of building and sustaining a board of directors. Topics covered will include: •The role of boards in the nonprofit sector…
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Embracing Justice for All: Immigration & Intersectional Lenses
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicThis virtual training explores the impact of immigration policies on young people and families. With an emphasis on equity and culturally responsive practices, participants will explore actionable strategies through real…
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Positive Youth Development
IDHS Capacity Building Training TopicUnderstanding Youth Development: Harnessing the Power to Transform Individuals and Communities: History / Core Concepts / Practical Application. This module provides participants the opportunity to ground themselves within the history…
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Youth Experiencing Housing Instability 101
Homeless YouthThis 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.…
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ICOY 101
Virtual EventOnlineJoin ICOY’s Membership team for an overview of ICOY’s benefits, partnerships, history, and offerings! This session will be geared towards new staff at ICOY’s member organizations as well as prospective…
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CBAT-O Final Reports & Results
CBAT-OThis informational webinar is designed to support providers gain clarity on how to interpret their CBAT-O final report and results. Our team will walk them through each component of the…
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The Intersection of LGBTQ+ Identity and Systems
IDHS Trauma TrainingOver 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…





