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
Sunday, November 8, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, November 9, 2026
- November 9, 2026 -Talking With Families About Neurodiversity
Talking With Families About Neurodiversity
Conversations with families about neurodivergence are some of the most delicate a provider has, and this session helps participants approach them with more confi dence. It covers communication strategies grounded in a strengths-based perspective, along with common concerns families raise. Participants leave better equipped to build trust and partnerships with the families they work with.…
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- November 11, 2026 -ICOY Monthly Member Call
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 Manager of Membership & Communications, Ally Abeles, at aabeles@icoyouth.org.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
- November 12, 2026 -Building a Trauma-Informed Organization
Building a Trauma-Informed Organization
Creating a trauma-informed organization does not follow a one-size-fits-all approach. This training provides organizations with a foundational guide for developing and strengthening trauma-informed practices within their internal structures. Participants will explore ways policies and procedures can be revised through a trauma-informed lens while building strategies and organizational capacity to resist re-traumatization. By the end of…
Friday, November 13, 2026
- November 13, 2026 -The Impact of Trauma on Youth
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 Experiences (ACEs), brain development, behavior, and more. Additionally, this training will explore the ways in which early trauma can breed negative mental health challenges for…
Saturday, November 14, 2026
No events on this day.