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.
Events
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The Impact of Trauma on Youth
During this session, participants will dive into understanding the profound impact trauma has on youth. Participants will receive a comprehensive understanding of trauma responses, including their relation to Adverse Childhood…
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Older Youth Permanency Training
Goodwill Industries 3905 N. University Peoria, IL 61614 Goodwill Industries 3905 N. University Peoria, IL 61614, PeoriaThe session is designed for providers working in Family Advocacy Centers (FACs), with youth in foster care, foster parents, & local agencies Please join Sankofa Safe Child Initiative for a…
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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…
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Trauma and Bullying
Gain a clear understanding of what trauma and bullying is, including causes, effects, and long-term impacts on individuals. Learn to cultivate empathy and develop a trauma-informed approach when working with…
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Introduction to the CBAT-O
Hosted by ICOY's Education & Resource Development Team, this session combines an informational overview and live demonstration of the CBAT-O for IDHS-funded providers and sites. Participants will be guided through the assessment history, purpose,…
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Complex Trauma and Human Trafficking
This training provides an overview of complex trauma and its connection to human trafficking. Participants will gain an understanding of complex trauma and human trafficking, including how prolonged trauma impacts…
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From Motivation to Movement: Supporting Change Planning with Motivational Interviewing
This session guides participants in helping clients turn motivation into concrete, achievable action. Participants will learn MI-based strategies to collaboratively develop realistic change plans, enhance confidence, and support sustained follow-through,…
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For Supervisors: Supporting Staff Using Motivational Interviewing
This session is designed for supervisors seeking to strengthen MI practice within their teams. Participants will learn how to coach, model, and reinforce MI skills, create supportive learning environments, and…
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Community Trauma and Resiliency
This session is designed to deepen participants’ understanding of community trauma and the systems that create and perpetuate harm. During the training, participants will identify the risk factors that contribute to community…
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Restorative Justice 202: ReGeneration Circle: Healing in the Restorative Justice Process
The purpose of the circles is to invoke deep self-inspection through reflection and creating deep relations by sitting at the hearth encircled by the core beliefs of restorative circle keeping.…
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Reimagining Community: Collective Care & Provider Sustainability
Centers community care as protective for providers. Addresses burnout, shared holding, and relational grounding practices. Providers develop strategies for. Two Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available for participants with…
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LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
The Trevor Project’s 2025 National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Youth found that LGBTQ+ youth experience disproportionately high rates of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, suicidality, and…





