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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Community Asset Mapping: Building Partnerships for Sustainable Impact
Virtual EventThis interactive, introductory-level training will explore the fundamentals of Community Asset Mapping as a powerful tool for identifying local strengths, resources, and opportunities to support partnership development and long-term sustainability. Over the course of two hours, participants will: -Gain a foundational understanding of community asset mapping, including key concepts and types of assets (individual, institutional,…
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LGBTQ+ Learning Community
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…
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Transformational Coaching
This 2-hour training session will assist leaders in establishing meaningful relationships and expose them to alternative ways of thinking and behaving. This Concept embraces the understanding of choice and is designed to encourage the transformation of the mind, heart, and spirit. Areas we will explore include:-How to lead by example -Effective Communication -Building and Sustaining…
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Trauma Talks: Trauma and Bullying
ICOY CARES Trauma TalksSuicide is the second leading cause of death in youth ages 15-29, and students who are bullied are between 2-9 times as likely as their non-bullied peers to experience suicidality. In anticipation of the beginning of the school year, as well as Suicide Prevention Month (September), participants will gain knowledge and practical skills to effectively…
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Trauma and Juvenile Delinquency
In 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 system. The training will help participants identify the characteristics that define ""at-risk"" and “high-risk” youth, while offering practical insights into trauma-informed strategies. Attendees will leave…





