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CWLA is pleased to present the three-part virtual training series that features the publication Working with Traumatized Children – A Handbook for Healing. Now in its third edition, Working with Traumatized Children has been updated to include new strategies and approaches for caregivers and others responsible for meeting the needs of children who are vulnerable.
Participants will gain a strengthened capacity to:
- Define what trauma is and differentiate it from stress
- Provide examples of trauma symptoms in children and adults
- Describe how trauma can impact children’s brains
- Advocate for the provision of safe environments when working with children and adults who have been affected by trauma
- Provide examples of how systems can be traumatizing or retraumatize people
- Explain the importance of understanding the vagus nerve when working with families and children who have been affected by trauma
- Express why self-reflective practices and supervision are important when working with this population
Training registrants will receive an electronic copy of Working with Traumatized Children, Companion Workbook which supplements the virtual training sessions. Training registrants are also eligible to receive a 30% discount on the purchase of hard copies of Working with Traumatized Children – A Handbook for Healing, Third Edition and Working with Traumatized Children, Companion Workbook. Use promo code WWTC-30 in CWLA’s Bookstore.
Join us for an in-depth training that will walk you through each of the systems that someone with a Co-Occurring I/DD and Behavioral Health will need to access to receive the supports and services that they need.
Participants in the workshop will:
- Understand trauma-informed care principles
- Become familiar with START’s new drug testing standards for parents in child welfare that are grounded in trauma-informed care principles
Become trauma-informed in approaching parents who have substance use challenges
Presenters
START experts Tina Willauer and Lynn Posze—along with panelists from START affiliates
Supervisors play a pivotal role in shaping a resilient and thriving workforce. Without the right tools and strategies, the demands of behavioral and community healthcare leadership can lead to burnout and high turnover, negatively impacting organizational success.
Join the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) and Relias on March 5 at 2 PM ET for an insightful webinar on how effective supervision can transform your organization. Learn actionable strategies and proven practices to empower supervisors, reduce burnout, and foster a more engaged and productive team.
Guided by CWLA’s 4 A’s framework, this webinar will focus on:
- Awareness: Recognizing the unique challenges supervisors face in their roles
- Acknowledgment: Viewing supervision as a space for growth and self-reflection
- Action: Implementing strategies to create a positive and collaborative work environment
- Accountability: Building shared responsibility to empower and support staff effectively
Parenting is challenging, particularly when you are parenting a child from a hard place. TBRI ® Empowering Principles will provide an in-depth look at ways to empower your children by meeting their unique physical needs and creating an environment in which they can succeed. This session includes information on sensory processing and practical tools and skills to help children regulate their emotions and behaviors. This multi-disciplinary training is designed to give caregivers, volunteers, and professionals who serve children and families the knowledge and practical skills they need to bring hope and healing.
Parenting is challenging, particularly when you are parenting a child from a hard place. Children from hard places include children who experienced distress in the womb or during delivery, were hospitalized early in life, were abused or neglected, or experience trauma, whether natural or man-made. Trust-Based Relational Intervention® Introduction & Overview will focus on understanding the meaning of child behaviors, the brain chemistry of a child from a hard place, and how to help children and families heal and connect. This multi-disciplinary training is designed to give caregivers, volunteers, and professionals who serve children and families the knowledge and practical skills they need to bring hope and healing.
Join us for an enlightening session on “Identifying and Providing Mental Health Services for At-Risk Children,” hosted by the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund. This virtual event is designed for educators, mental health professionals, attorneys, caregivers, and community members dedicated to supporting the mental well-being of vulnerable children. Our speakers will provide information about the challenges faced by at-risk children, the signs of mental health issues, and the most effective methods for providing the necessary support and services. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of the mental health needs of at-risk children and practical strategies to ensure they receive the care they deserve.
Join us for an enlightening session on “Identifying and Providing Mental Health Services for At-Risk Children,” hosted by the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund. This virtual event is designed for educators, mental health professionals, attorneys, caregivers, and community members dedicated to supporting the mental well-being of vulnerable children. Our speakers will provide information about the challenges faced by at-risk children, the signs of mental health issues, and the most effective methods for providing the necessary support and services. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of the mental health needs of at-risk children and practical strategies to ensure they receive the care they deserve.
Whole Health Louisiana is the state’s cross-sector initiative intended to systematically address, mitigate, and prevent childhood adversity within our systems of care and support sponsored by the Louisiana Department of Health and the Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Public Policy Center.
Speakers
Robert Hines, MSPH, CQIA – Robert Hines is the Deputy Director for Planning and Performance at the Louisiana Department of Health. He is an Experienced Staff Analyst and Quality Improvement Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the field of public health. Hines has a Master of Science in Public Health with a focus on Tropical Medicine from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.
Kenyatta Royal – Kenyatta Royal currently serves as the State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) Implementation Manager with the Bureau of Planning and Performance. She is a native of New Orleans, LA, and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health, specializing in Community Health Education, from Dillard University. With over a decade of experience in public health, she has focused on programs addressing critical issues such as HIV/AIDS, Teen Pregnancy Prevention, and Tobacco Control.
Promoting Positive Change in Communities by Confronting Poverty
Louisiana CASA is excited to host our third webinar series. This series is brought to you in partnership with the Louisiana Children’s Trust Fund so we are required to ask participants certain demographic questions during registration. Once you register, an email will be sent to you that includes the link to join the webinar. We hope to see you there!
Child Academic Resilience to Poverty
Child poverty is a global issue, affecting millions of children worldwide. Children in poverty face unique challenges, but with targeted strategies, we can help them develop the resilience needed to thrive academically. Recognizing signs of distress, providing targeted support, and creating safe spaces where children feel valued and respected build in their ability to achieve academic success despite some family dynamics. Join us as we empower children to break free from generational poverty.