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SUMMARY:Webinar: Understanding the Role of Families and Parents in Supporting School Safety Before\, During\, and After an Emergency
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Education\, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education\, Office of Safe and Supportive Schools and its Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools (REMS) Technical Assistance (TA) Center will host a Webinar on Monday\, February 28\, 2022\, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. EST. This Webinar will highlight the role of parents and families in supporting school safety efforts at the local and state levels. \nThe objectives of this 60-minute Webinar are to \nHighlight the role of parents and families in supporting school safety efforts at the local and state levels. \nDemonstrate the importance of developing a collaborative planning team to support emergency operations plan development\, as outlined in Step 1 of the six-step planning process detailed in the Guide for Developing High-Quality School Emergency Operations Plans. \nDiscuss the role that parents\, parent engagement specialists\, and parent advocacy groups play in supporting the National Preparedness System mission areas — prevention\, protection\, mitigation\, response\, and recovery — as well as their role in the before\, during\, and after phases of a potential emergency. \nShare resources to assist parents\, families\, parent engagement specialists\, and parent advocacy groups in collaborating and supporting school safety efforts at the local and state levels. \nRegister on the REMS TA Center Website to participate here >> \nPresenters: \nU.S. Department of Education\, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education \nBeth Yeh\, Education Program Specialist \nREMS TA Center \nJanelle Hughes\, Project Director \nQuestions About the Event? \nContact the REMS TA Center Help Desk at 1-855-781-REMS [7367] or info@remstacenter.org from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET\, Monday through Friday. \nCan’t make the live event? This Webinar will be archived on the REMS TA Center’s Website within 7 business days.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/webinar-understanding-the-role-of-families-and-parents-in-supporting-school-safety-before-during-and-after-an-emergency/
CATEGORIES:Training
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T150844Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Mississippi Virtual State Capitol Day Event
DESCRIPTION:AFSP State Capitol Day events bring together passionate volunteers to advocate for state policy changes that will improve mental health and prevent suicide. The event will include a brief training session on the basics of advocating for suicide prevention and current policy issues impacting our state. \nInterested advocates will also have the opportunity to schedule video or phone calls with our state legislators following the event to: \n\nShare with them why suicide prevention is important to YOU and to your community\nEducate them about the work being done in your community to prevent suicide\nTeach them what more must be done to prevent suicide\n\nEvent Contact: Meghan Goldbeck (mgoldbeck@afsp.org) \nDATE: Tues. Mar. 1st\nTIME: 12noon – 1pm OR 6:00pm – 7:00pm Central (choose 1 below)\nLOCATION: Zoom – a link will be sent to all registered attendees prior to the event \nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: 2/27/22 \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2022-mississippi-virtual-state-capitol-day-event/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220301T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
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SUMMARY:MHDD Webinar Series: Promoting Resilience in Families During COVID
DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities National Training Center\n \nThis webinar will focus on the impact of COVID-19 on family mental and emotional health and well-being and discuss strategies to promote resiliency with family members with co-occurring mental health and developmental disabilities. \n\n\nPresenter: Carol Weitzman\, M.D.\nCo-Director of the Autism Spectrum Center Boston Children’s Hospital\nProfessor Emeritus Yale School of Medicine \n\n\n Learning objectives:\n-Know the impact of COVID-19 on family emotional\, behavioral and developmental well-being\n-Become familiar with the science of resiliency\n-Learn strategies to promote resiliency in families \n\n\nRegister here >>\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mhdd-webinar-series-promoting-resilience-in-families-during-covid/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
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SUMMARY:Policy and Leadership Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This group will focus on legislation that is still alive after the March 1 committee deadline and also proposed policies and how both legislation and policies can relate to family-driven practice and working together for our children. \nYou can see what legislation is still alive at this link http://www.legislature.ms.gov/legislation/all-measures-not-dead/ \nWe will likely also discuss this proposed Medicaid policy about psychiatric residential treatment facilities: https://files.constantcontact.com/e5552cf9201/5737d936-2981-4c6b-9ae5-ec25bc57e763.pdf?rdr=true \nLeadership training graduates are especially encouraged to attend\, but the discussion is open to anyone who is interested in learning more about legislation and policy. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/policy-and-leadership-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20220111T162959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T205129Z
UID:10001337-1646298000-1646323200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:2021 GANGS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FTC Prevention Services \nParticipants are presented with STRATEGIES to help strengthen community efforts and plans to combat local street gangs and address youth violence\, keeping in mind that street gangs are extremely fluid and adapt to their environments. \nLearn how to identify indicators of traditional street gang activity by their: \n\nphysical appearance\,\ntraditions\,\ntrends\,\nand more…\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \n\nClinicians\, Counselors\, Social Workers\, Therapists\, Psychologists\, and Interventionists\nAdvocates\, Families\, and Former Gang Members\nLaw Enforcement Personnel\, School Security and Resource Officers\nPublic Health and Prevention Officials\nFederal\, State\, and Local Officials and Lawmakers\nEducation Specialists and Researchers\nLawyers\, Judges\, and Court Officials\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2021-gangs-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20211213T173501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T150855Z
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SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nJoin here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-7/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20220208T205044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T141506Z
UID:10001353-1646310600-1646314200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Family Connections
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the National Family Support Technical Assistance Center\, “Family Connections” is a virtual community for parents and caregivers who support loved ones facing substance use and/or mental health challenges. Families tell us they need credible resources\, guidance to accessing help\, and the opportunity to connect with others facing similar challenges. Monthly gatherings will focus on a specific topic\, provide tips and tools\, and offer the opportunity to network with other families. \nFamily Connections take place the first Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m. ET. \nOur March discussion topic is “What Parents & Caregivers Need to Know About Eating Disorders.” \nJoin us from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. ET on Thursday\, March 3rd. \nModerator: \n\nGena Fitzgerald\, Senior Director\, Family Outreach and Support\, SAFE Project\n\nLook for details about speakers and learning objectives to be posted soon. \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to all families who are impacted by mental health and/or substance use challenges and to the workforce\, organizations and communities that support them. Request No-Cost Technical Assistance or Training from NFSTAC at: www.nfstac.org/request-ta. \nProviding Family Support Across the Lifespan | www.nfstac.org | info@nfstac.org \nThe National Family Support Technical Assistance Center of Excellence (COE) Grant #1H79F6000160-Fam-CoE is funded by SAMHSA. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/family-connections-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T164500
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20220124T204802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T212501Z
UID:10001048-1646382600-1646412300@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Mississippi Thrive! Early Childhood Health & Development Summit in the COVID Era
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Thrive!  \nJoin us for a full day of convening early childhood stakeholders for information and discussion about promoting children’s optimal health and development during the era of COVID. \nThe Refuge Hotel & Conference Center\, Flowood\, MS\nATTEND IN-PERSON or VIRTUALLY \nSpeakers will be national and state experts from key areas impacting early child development including healthcare\, education\, business\, policy\, research and workforce development. \nNational speakers will include:\nDr. Lee Beers\, National American Academy of Pediatrics\,\nDr. Paul Dworkin\, Help Me Grow National Center\,\nDr. Wendy Ellis\, The Center for Community Resilience at the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University\,\nDr. Dina Lieser\, Health Resources and Services Administration\,\nDr. Julie Sweetland\, Frameworks Institute\,\nand more… \nTopics include:\nImpact of COVID-19 on the young child in Mississippi.\nInformation on the Help Me Grow Model (HMG)\, an evidence based early childhood system approach that promotes children’s optimal health and development.\nThe impact on child health\, developmental screenings\, and kindergarten readiness.\nEconomic impacts. \nCEs will be available to MDs\, NPs\, educators\, child care professionals\, speech pathologists\, students\, psychologists\, social workers\, and more. See credit statements below. \nCost:\n$25 Non-Clinical Attendees\, $75 Clinical Attendees \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-thrive-early-childhood-health-development-summit-in-the-covid-era/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20220111T163212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T164947Z
UID:10001338-1646384400-1646409600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:2021 GANGS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:FTC Prevention Services \nParticipants are presented with STRATEGIES to help strengthen community efforts and plans to combat local street gangs and address youth violence\, keeping in mind that street gangs are extremely fluid and adapt to their environments. \nLearn how to identify indicators of traditional street gang activity by their: \n\nphysical appearance\,\ntraditions\,\ntrends\,\nand more…\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND? \n\nClinicians\, Counselors\, Social Workers\, Therapists\, Psychologists\, and Interventionists\nAdvocates\, Families\, and Former Gang Members\nLaw Enforcement Personnel\, School Security and Resource Officers\nPublic Health and Prevention Officials\nFederal\, State\, and Local Officials and Lawmakers\nEducation Specialists and Researchers\nLawyers\, Judges\, and Court Officials\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2021-gangs-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20220228T154111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T195639Z
UID:10001074-1646388000-1646395200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:State Rehabilitation Council
DESCRIPTION:Department of Rehabilitation Services \nIt is the express mission of the State of Mississippi Rehabilitation Council to ensure that Mississippians with disabilities have a strong role in shaping the vocational rehabilitation programs of the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/state-rehabilitation-council/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20220228T210323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T210323Z
UID:10001075-1646749800-1646755200@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:NWI Webinar: Wraparound & the FFPSA
DESCRIPTION:Wraparound is now eligible for Title IV-E reimbursement under the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA); however\, the designation of “Promising” means states that include Wraparound in FFPSA five-year plans must also have a well-designed and rigorous evaluation strategy\, as well as a plan for fidelity monitoring and continuous quality improvement (CQI). This webinar\, Wraparound and the FFPSA: Opportunities and Requirements for States\, will provide a brief background on FFPSA and the Clearinghouse decision for Wraparound\, followed by guidance on how to develop a “well-designed and rigorous evaluation strategy” in state plans. Q&A and discussion among attendees will follow the presentation. \nAlso\, see NWI Guidance for FFPSA Evaluation Plans for Wraparound for additional information on this topic. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/nwi-webinar-wraparound-the-ffpsa/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20220303T201623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T202037Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Listening Session: Mental Health Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this listening session is to raise awareness and destigmatize the topic of mental health among our African American community.\n\n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/covid-19-listening-session-mental-health-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220125
CREATED:20211213T171823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T150931Z
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SUMMARY:Supportive Coaching for Parents Supporting Other Parents
DESCRIPTION:For any parents supporting other parents in any system. Parent peer support specialists\, parent consultants\, parent educators and parents who have completed parent peer support training are strongly encouraged to attend. We will discuss current trends in parent peer support\, national standards for parent peer support\, continuing education opportunities\, local and state issues affecting parent peer support. The group also provides support and coaching for any specific issues participants share. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 12 pm. We ask that anyone attending respect the confidentiality of the group.\n\nJoin here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supportive-coaching-for-parents-supporting-other-parents-15/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220309T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220228T211058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T212239Z
UID:10001076-1646829000-1646834400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Embracing Culturally Responsive Programs for Black LGBTQ+ People
DESCRIPTION:Join The Institute’s Center of Excellence for LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health for Embracing Culturally Responsive Programs and Practices for Black and African American LGBTQ+ People. This webinar will review evidence-based\, culturally responsive programs\, followed by a discussion with providers who have adapted their practices to meet the needs of Black and African American clients. \nRegister now: Non-credit RegistrationCEU RegistrationCME Registration \n  \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/embracing-culturally-responsive-programs-for-black-lgbtq-people/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T110000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220119T174851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T213506Z
UID:10001344-1646906400-1646910000@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:2022 Virtual Mental Health & Wellness Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Due to COVID-19\, the Mental Health and Wellness Day at the Capitol will be held online Thursday\, March 10 from 10 – 11 a.m. \nThe program includes personal stories\, speakers and other activities. Hosts include NAMI Mississippi\, the Mental Health Association of South Mississippi\, and the Mississippi Department of Mental Health. \nYou must RSVP to receive an email with the videoconference link. For more information\, call 601-899-9058 or email stateoffice@namims.org. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/2022-virtual-mental-health-wellness-day-at-the-capitol/
CATEGORIES:Gala/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220307T194133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T194133Z
UID:10001376-1646913600-1646913600@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Autoestima: Valoración de Mí Misma con Ana Laura Garza García
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families \nAutoesima es la capacidad que tienes de amarte a ti mism@. Tu autoestima es la primera y más importante de tus relaciones: tiene una relación directa con todas tus relaciones interpersonales. Una autoestima saludable te ayudará a establecer sanos límites de convivencia con quienes te rodean. ¿Estás list@ para llevar tus relaciones interpersonales al siguiente nivel? \nBe Strong Families está ofreciendo a través de su página web\, oportunidades increíbles para aprender en línea\, crecer y compartir juntos. A partir del 23 de marzo\, 2020 hemos estado ofreciendo seminarios web gratuitos. Te esperamos los días martes y jueves a la 12:00PM hora central y aprendamos juntos sobre temas relacionados con Manteniéndonos Fuertes y Positivos para Nosotros Mismos y Nuestros Hijos. Todos los talleres serán presentados por oradores nativos y/o profesionales originarios de países de habla hispana. \nRegistrarse aquí >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/autoestima-valoracion-de-mi-misma-con-ana-laura-garza-garcia/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220307T185208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T185208Z
UID:10001085-1646917200-1646920800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:NTTAC Event: Words Matter Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:The National Training and Technical Assistance Center for Child\, Youth\, and Family Mental Health \nThe adage of “Sticks and stones may break my bones\, but words will never hurt me” is not really true – Words can hurt\, but they can also heal. Please join us for the Words Matter series where we engage in open and authentic discussions about the impact of common terminology used in child serving systems with those that are directly affected. Our goal is to illuminate how the terms we use can influence perception\, approach\, and practice\, as well as explore alternative language as a means of intentionally shifting how we view and interact with youth\, families\, and each other. \nAll sessions will be hosted simultaneously on Zoom and Facebook Live with the inaugural session on January 13th focusing on the term “system of care.” \nRegister here >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/nttac-event-words-matter-discussion-series/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
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UID:10001079-1646920800-1646920800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:What is a System of Care and How Do MAP Teams Help Families?
DESCRIPTION:The term “System of Care” is often used to describe mental health approaches and is actually mandated in Mississippi state law. This session is part of a three part series in March and focuses on Making A Plan (MAP) Teams – what they are and how they help families. We will discuss MAP teams as the single point of entry and re-entry into the System of Care and how this relates to current proposed policies and laws. This webinar explains the infrastructure of Mississippi’s system of care and the laws that tell how it is supposed to function. This series is meant to familiarize families and those working with them with system of care concepts and relate them back to current and proposed laws and policies. All sessions are appropriate for families\, those working with them and policymakers.\n\n\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/what-is-a-system-of-care-and-how-do-map-teams-help-families-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220307T195056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T195219Z
UID:10001377-1646935200-1646938800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Shame of Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Stronger Hope M.B. Church \nChristine Williams will speak on the shame surrounding mental health on March 10 from 6-7 PM at the Stronger Hope M.B. Church. \n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-shame-of-mental-health/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
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SUMMARY:A Taste of Cafés
DESCRIPTION:Be Strong Families \nOur Taste of Café series gives you a preview of Cafés—Be Strong Families’ internationally known\, structured\, small group conversations! This week’s event will provide a taste of our A More Perfect Union Parent Café. \nBe Strong Families has been hosting daily webinars in English and Spanish since March 23\, 2020. Webinars are streamed live and recordings are available on our YouTube channel. Certificates are offered for those who need them. \nTo browse topics\, stream recordings\, or download presentation slides from previous webinars\, click here. \nBe Strong Families está ofreciendo a través de su página web\, oportunidades increíbles para aprender en línea\, crecer y compartir juntos. A partir del 23 de marzo\, 2020 hemos estado ofreciendo seminarios web gratuitos. Te esperamos los días martes y jueves a la 12:00PM hora central y aprendamos juntos sobre temas relacionados con Manteniéndonos Fuertes y Positivos para Nosotros Mismos y Nuestros Hijos. Todos los talleres serán presentados por oradores nativos y/o profesionales originarios de países de habla hispana. \nRegister here >> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/a-taste-of-cafes/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220314T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
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SUMMARY:State and National Initiatives for Transforming Crisis Care Through 988
DESCRIPTION:In July 2022\, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will transition its 1-800 number to 988\, a new\, nationwide three-digit number for suicide response and mental health crisis care. \nThis shift represents a dramatic moment in terms of access to crisis care and enhanced integration of services across the crisis continuum. Want to stay informed of next steps? \nJoin us for our “State and National Initiatives for Transforming Crisis Care Through 988” webinar on Monday\, March 14 (4-5 p.m. ET)\, to hear from the following guest speakers: \n\nChuck Ingoglia\, President and CEO\, National Council for Mental Wellbeing\nJames Wright\, Chief of Crisis Center Operations\, 988 Office\, SAMHSA\nMatt Taylor\, Director of Network Development\, National Suicide Prevention Lifeline\nBrian Hepburn\, Ph.D.\, Executive Director\, National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors\n\nTogether\, we will discuss the opportunities and challenges 988 poses for crisis care\, as well as the growing body of 988 state-level legislation and the policy implications those bring. \nWe will also detail new initiatives within SAMHSA to support states in the rollout of 988 and outcomes from 50 988 State Planning Grants that were initiated by Vibrant Emotional Health. \nThe transition to 988 represents a milestone in mental health and substance use treatment. Learn how you can prepare for its arrival by registering today! \nQuestions? Contact us.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/state-and-national-initiatives-for-transforming-crisis-care-through-988/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220303T205452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220303T205646Z
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SUMMARY:Ending Punitive School Discipline and Pivoting to Positive Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:The National Juvenile Justice Network \nDid you know that many schools throughout the country are restraining and secluding children? \nRestraint and seclusion are dangerous practices disproportionately inflicted on Black and Brown and disabled children as well as children with a history of trauma. Physical Restraint\, which immobilizes or reduces the ability of a student to move their torso\, arms\, legs or head freely\, and seclusion\, which involuntarily confines a student alone in a room or area\, exacerbate youth trauma. At a time when children are experiencing even greater increases in trauma and mental health challenges\, it is imperative schools rethink their use of these practices. \nJoin us for a webinar to discuss why it is urgent that we stop further traumatizing and criminalizing children and focus on positive school discipline approaches. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/ending-punitive-school-discipline-and-pivoting-to-positive-initiatives/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T090000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220225T140212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T143323Z
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SUMMARY:Board of Mental Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:State Agency: Department of Mental Health\n\n\nBoard Committee meetings will be held prior to the Board meeting. The full Board will begin at 9 a.m. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location-in person\nMississippi State Hospital 3550 Hwy. 468 W.\nWhitfield MS 39193 \nContact Information\nGrenaye Sullivan 6013596260\ngrenaye.sullivan@dmh.ms.gov \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/board-of-mental-health-meeting-7/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20211213T145959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T213835Z
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SUMMARY:The Mississippi State Board of Education Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi State Board of Education\n\nMississippi State Board of Education meetings can be viewed via live stream.\n\n\nDate: 10 a.m.\, March 17\, 2022 \nLocation: Central High School Building\, 359 N. West St.\, Jackson\, MS\, 4th floor Board Room
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-mississippi-state-board-of-education-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Central High School\, Location: Central High School Building\, 359 N. West St.\, Jackson\, MS\, 4th floor Board Room\, Jackson\, MS
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20211213T164305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T164305Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual: Bring Your IEP and Other School Questions
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to ask questions or get feedback about IEP issues and other school situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nJoin here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-bring-your-iep-and-other-school-questions-6/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220321T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T163000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220124T211217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T160904Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver raising a child aged 0-21 who has mental health or behavioral health challenges? Would you like to use your lived experience to help another parent who is on the same journey?  \nThen being a parent peer supporter may be for you! \nWhat is Parent Peer Support? Parent peer support is a parent/caregiver or using their lived experience to support another parent/caregiver who is going through similar experiences. \nWho Can Be a Parent Peer Supporter? A parent peer supporter is a biological parent\, adoptive parent\, or caregiver with legal custody who is currently raising or has raised a child with these characteristics: \n\nThe child is currently between the ages of 0-21\, or was when they first began having challenges.\nThe child has an emotional\, social\, behavioral or substance use disability.\n The child received services in or navigated the mental health or a related system (for example\, a child with an IEP related to behavior issues at school).\n\nHow Do I Become a Parent Peer Supporter? The Department of Mental Health certifies parent peer supporters in the mental health system. Families as Allies conducts virtual training for the certification. These are the dates of upcoming trainings: \n\nMarch 21-25\, 2022 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: February 21\, 2022)\nMay 16-20\, 2022 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: April 18\, 2022)\nJuly 18-22\, 2022 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: June 20\, 2022)\n September 12-16\, 2022 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: August 15\, 2022)\nNovember 14-18\, 2022 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: October 17\, 2022)\n\nClick here for the application packet. \nWho Should Take the Training? \nAny parent or caregiver who is raising a child who has challenges and: \n\nIs interested in working for a community mental health center or another agency certified by the Department of Mental Health. Completing the training does not guarantee you a job\, but it helps ensure you’ll be ready for one.\nIs interested in doing part-time contractual work for Families as Allies. We are building our pool of contractual employees.\nSupports parents in any system. This training will strengthen your skills and help you network with other parent peer supporters.\nWould like to learn how to support other parents in the same shoes in any child-serving system. We currently have funds to pay training stipends to parents who are—or have been—involved in the youth court system and would like to learn how to support other parents going through the same thing. Contact us at 601-355-0915 or info@faams.org to learn more.\n\n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/peer-support-training/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T100000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220225T184901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T214124Z
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee \nThe Mississippi Autism Advisory Committee (MAAC) was created by House Bill 11252 (2011 Regular Session) as the Legislature recognized an urgent need for strategies on how to best identify\, treat\, educate\, accommodate and employ people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and assist their families. The MAAC’s mission is “to study\, make recommendations and develop a strategic plan on how best to educate and train students with ASD to maximize their potential productivity within the workforce … and to develop an annual plan” outlining these strategies. The MAAC is tasked with writing a report to the legislature outlining any roadblocks to creating meaningful progress in the areas of mental health\, education\, medical and employment for people with ASD and their families. \nMeeting Location:\nDepartment of Mental Health 239 N. Lamar Street\nJackson MS 39201 \nMap this! \nContact Information:\nDeborah Etzold\n601-359-5777\ndeborah.etzold@dmh.ms.gov
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mississippi-autism-advisory-committee/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T143000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220316T153809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220316T153809Z
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SUMMARY:The Intersection of Mental Health\, the Corrections System\, and Individuals who Identify as LGBTQ+ and who experience SED/SMI
DESCRIPTION:A SAMHSA sponsored webinar \nThe number of individuals who identify as LBGTQ+ who are incarcerated has become disproportionate to the overall population of persons who are incarcerated. This is especially notable for individuals of color. Estimates are that these persons are ten times more likely to experience sexual assault while incarcerated. For the population that experiences SED/SMI\, the mental health needs are reported as largely unmet\, and many are released from detention/correction facilities with poorer mental health than was evident upon admission. This webinar will explore the many dimensions of support that are needed to create a safe\, supportive environment for this population and will also delve into the explanations for why these individuals experience disproportionate incarceration rates. \nUsing a “table talk” format\, this session will share the experiences of one man who identifies as LGBTQ+ and who has been incarcerated on several occasions. These experiences will be contrasted with the cutting-edge programmatic development that is occurring at the District of Columbia Jail.\nThis session will be followed shortly by an intimate dialogue with the presenters\, allowing participants the opportunity to dig deeper into this topic. \nPresenters: Joan Gillece\, Ph.D.\, Raul Almazar\, R.N.\, M.A.\, Randy Killings\, CASAC T\, and Beth Jordan\, MD\, CCHD \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-intersection-of-mental-health-the-corrections-system-and-individuals-who-identify-as-lgbtq-and-who-experience-sed-smi/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20211108T203627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220228T214226Z
UID:10001293-1648022400-1648036800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:43rd Juvenile Justice Symposium 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Mississippi Divison of Public Safety Planning- Programs and the Mississippi Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee (State Advisory Group) cordially invite you to the Symposium on March 23 to 25\, 2022\, in Biloxi\, MS. \nThe theme for this year’s event is “On the Road Again: Roadmaps to Reconnecting and Restoring Hope!” \nClick here for the full agenda. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/43rd-juvenile-justice-symposium-2022/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T220126
CREATED:20220314T172613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T211054Z
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SUMMARY:The Early Years Conference
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training and Information Center \nThe Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities’ MSPTI Project is pleased to announce that registration is open for our 2nd annual virtual early childhood conference\, The Early Years: Building Blocks for Family Engagement. \nWe are excited to have Anne T. Henderson joining us this year to provide the keynote address. Anne is a senior consultant with the Community Organizing and Engagement Program at the Annenberg Institute for School Reform. Her specialty is the relationship between families and schools\, and its impact on students’ success in school and through life. \nTopics covered during the conference include family engagement\, managing daily behavioral needs\, transition from early intervention to school\, and best practices for supporting children’s growth and development. Teachers will receive .5 CEUs (approval pending). \nStipends/Scholarships are available for parents who have children with disabilities. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/6028/
CATEGORIES:Training
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