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.
Older Youth Permanency Training
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Older Youth Permanency Training
Older Youth Permanency Training
The 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 two-day, in-person training held from 9:00am-to 4:00pm each day on Older Youth Permanency. This training is designed for professionals and service providers working in Family Advocacy…
Sunday, September 6, 2026
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Monday, September 7, 2026
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Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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September 8, 2026 -Grants, Funding & Sustainability 101
Grants, Funding & Sustainability 101
Grants and funding can feel like a closed system to staff who haven't navigated it directly. This two-hour foundational training gives participants a shared understanding of how grant funding works, built around hands-on, interactive activities. Participants will learn to distinguish between public and private funding sources and apply a simple test for deciding whether a…
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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September 9, 2026 -Restorative Justice 201: Practicing the Principles
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September 9, 2026 -ICOY Monthly Member Call
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September 9, 2026 -Trauma and Bullying
Restorative Justice 201: Practicing the Principles
Building on the foundations established in RJ 101, this interactive session explores how restorative justice principles come to life in complex, real-world situations. Through facilitated discussion, applied scenarios, and opportunities for reflection, participants will deepen their understanding of shared power, trauma-informed practice, and restorative decision-making. The session also introduces transformative justice as a complementary framework…
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.
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 individuals who have had or are creating this experience. One and a Half Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available for participants with social work…
Thursday, September 10, 2026
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September 10, 2026 -Introduction to the CBAT-O
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, and structure, followed by step-by-step instruction on how to complete it. At least one program manager from each participating agency is required to attend. Questions are welcomed throughout,…
Friday, September 11, 2026
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September 11, 2026 -Complex Trauma and Human Trafficking
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 survivors’ emotional and behavioral responses. The session will also explore the signs and symptoms of trauma bonding. One and a Half Continuing Education Units (CEUs)…
Saturday, September 12, 2026
No events on this day.