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.
Week of Events
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing
Introduction to Motivational Interviewing
Please join us for a 2-day training of a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to Motivational Interviewing (MI), this session grounds participants in MI’s core principles, evidence base, and real-world applications across supportive service settings. Participants will build a shared vocabulary for MI, practice essential skills, and understand the four key processes that guide MI conversations.…
Sunday, April 5, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, April 6, 2026
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April 6, 2026 -LGBTQ+ Learning Community
LGBTQ+ Learning Community
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Learning Community, facilitated by Marlee Goodman, ICOY’s LGBTQ+ Liaison, HRC, and Manager of Healing-Centered Community Support. 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…
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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April 7, 2026 -Trauma Talks: Resilience After Sexual Trauma
Trauma Talks: Resilience After Sexual Trauma
This 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 highlight the family and community systems and structures that create environments of vulnerability and lead to significant risk factors in youth. Finally, participants will gain…
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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April 8, 2026 -Grant Writing 201
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April 8, 2026 -ICOY Monthly Member Call
Grant Writing 201
Imagine a grant officer sitting in front of the stack of proposals she received today. How do you ensure that she forwards your proposal on for review? Imagine a grant reader who has two days to review a dozen grant proposals. How do you increase your chances that he will read past your executive summary?…
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 organization but would like to participate, reach out to ICOY’s Senior Manager of Communications & Outreach, Conor Van Santen, at cvansanten@icoyouth.org.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
No events on this day.
Friday, April 10, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
No events on this day.





