Training Institute – Winter 2025
Events Details
Date
01/24/2025
TIME
10am
VENUE
Virtual
A four-part, virtual training series for persons who are interested in learning more about domestic violence and the various services for survivors, their children, and individuals who have perpetrated violence. This series will be particularly relevant to social service and other professionals who may encounter domestic violence (DV) in their work and are seeking to better understand the dynamics of DV and the options available. Participants can register for individual sessions or for all four for a discounted rate. CEUs will be provided.
Session 1 – Domestic Violence 101
Friday, January 24th, 10am-12pm
Summary: What is domestic violence, and how can we support survivors? In this introductory training, we will identify the dynamics of domestic violence using the Power and Control Wheel and Cycle of Violence, debunk common myths, and learn ways to support survivors. We will also review the Illinois Domestic Violence Act (IDVA), legal options for survivors, and safety planning. Cost: $20 • CEUs: 2
Session 2 – PAIP & Prevention
Friday, January 31st, 10am-12pm
Summary: How can we motivate attitude and behavior change in people who have caused harm? How can we create peer advocates against teen dating violence from youth who haven’t started dating yet? Learn about the programmatic parallels of Partner Abuse Intervention Program (PAIP) and youth Prevention. Identify common myths and facts about the unique audiences served by these two programs and how those myths hinder work to end violence in our communities. Deep-dive into the guiding philosophies that inform interventions facilitators can use to help motivate change within diverse client groups. Examine how PAIP and Prevention staff can facilitate change and accountability so that individuals can begin to identify harmful, learned behaviors and make safer, healthier choices in the future, with the goal of ending intimate partner violence.
Cost: $20 • CEUs: 2
Session 3 – DCFS 101
Friday, February 7th, 10am-12pm
Summary: Sara Block and Emory Robertson, attorneys with Ascend Justice, will provide an introductory training on the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). This training will offer an overview of the DCFS investigation and administrative expungement appeal processes, with emphasis on issues that arise in cases involving domestic violence. Attendees will also learn about parents’ and caregivers’ rights during DCFS intervention, the role of family defense attorneys, and how advocates can support survivors of domestic violence who are involved with DCFS.
Cost: $20 • CEUs: 2
Session 4 – Nurturing Attachment in Children
Friday, February 14th, 10am-12pm
Summary: How do we strengthen and repair attachment when children have been exposed to domestic violence? Learn the basics of attachment theory in the context of child development. Explore tools that help us to understand attachment, including the Circle of Security and the Nurturing Children Wheel. We will also discuss how to support caregivers and children in establishing safety and strengthening relationships after violence.
Cost: $20 • CEUs: 2
Winter Training Series – All Sessions
Register for all four training sessions for a discounted rate of $70.