DARKNESS TO LIGHT 2 hour Trainings
Join us for an evidence-based two-hour training program for adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. This training is especially beneficial for parents or anyone who works with or comes into contact with children.The virtual training is free and open to the public. Space is limited.
Training offered by Children’s Advocacy Center, CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital.
DATES:
February 17, 2022
1 p.m. – 3 p.m
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March 17, 2022
1 p.m. – 3 p.m
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April 21, 2022
1 p.m. – 3 p.m
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May 19, 2022
1 p.m. – 3 p.m
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June 16, 2022
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Email: Michele.gordon@camc.org
HANDLE WITH CARE
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 - 12pm
If you want to learn more about the WV Handle with Care (HWV) program, join this chat with Andrea Darr, Director of the Center for Children's Justice and manager of the HWC program. Community youth leaders, mentors and coaches can benefit from learning how to connect with this program to better support traumatized youth.
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CONNECTIONS MATTER TRAINING
Friday, February 25, 2022 1:00 - 4:00 pm.
Presenters: Michele Baranaskas, Coordinator for Partners in Community Outreach
Jessica Dianellos is the Community Partnerships Coordinator for Prevent Child Abuse WV
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PARTNERING with FAMILIES to INSPIRE YOUTH CAREER DREAMS WWW.CFWV.COM WORKSHOP
Jan. 25 - 3:00 - 4:30pm - Via Zoom
Trainer - Heather McChesney, Coordinator of Curriculum and Professional Development WV Higher Education Policy Commission.​
SUICIDE PREVENTION: Recognize, Respond, REACT
Tuesday, March 22, 2022 - 11am - 12:30pm - VIA ZOOM
Trainer - Barri Faucett, Director, Prevent Suicide WV
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
Monday, March 21, 2022 - 8:30am - 4pm
Mountain State Educational Services Collaborative - 501 22nd St., Dunbar WV 25064
Trainers
Dr. Barb Brady - Founder, Executive Director, Inspiring Dreams Network
Stella Moon - Program Coordinator, Adolescent Health Initiative, Region V
MENTAL HEALTH 101: Understanding and Taking Charge of Mental Health
Please note: There are two date options for this training. It is NOT Part I and II.
Thursday, March 17, 2022 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm - VIA ZOOM
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 - 10am - 11am - VIA ZOOM
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Trainer - Dr. Barb Brady - Founder, Executive Director, Inspiring Dreams Network
PARTNERING WITH FAMILIES TO INSPIRE YOUTH CAREER DREAMS
PARTNERING WITH FAMILIES TO INSPIRE YOUTH CAREER DREAMS
WORKSHOP - TWO DATES AVAILABLE
Dec 13th - 3:30 - 5pm (Zoom Meeting)
Dec 14th - 11:30am - 1pm (Zoom Meeting)
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TRAINER - HEATHER McCHESNEY
Coordinator of Curriculum and Professional Development
WV Higher Education Policy Commission
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WORKSHOP - TWO DATES AVAILABLE
Dec 13th - 3:30 - 5pm (Zoom Meeting)
Dec 14th - 11:30am - 1pm (Zoom Meeting)
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TRAINER - HEATHER McCHESNEY
Coordinator of Curriculum and Professional Development
WV Higher Education Policy Commission
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PREVENTING UNDERAGE ALCOHOL USE FREE Two Part Series
PART 1 - 1pm to 2:30pm, April 6, 2022
Underage alcohol use remains an ongoing challenge facing prevention professionals. Rates of use have generally been in decline for many years; however, alcohol remains the most used substance among youth. It is still unclear the extent that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted underage alcohol use, although it is known that the pandemic has accelerated the social and behavioral conditions that make use more likely to occur. This two-part webinar series will provide an overview of the current state of underage drinking and related prevention efforts, with an additional focus on two particular age groups of concern: younger youth (ages 13 and under) and college-aged underage drinkers (ages 18 to 20).
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Learning Objectives:
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Examine how prevention science can be described and provide a shared definition
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Understand the research and theories behind prevention science
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Review how prevention science is applied to substance use prevention and its impact
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Discuss some of the challenges to incorporating prevention science and provide a research agenda for expanding future efforts
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA 11am - April 6, 2022
Who Should Attend?
Mental health professionals, mental health advocates, mental health graduate students, people with lived mental health experience, young people interested in mental health, and others who work with/on behalf of youth diagnosed with mental illness.
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Learning Objectives:
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Conceptualize and define youth mental health stigma
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Understand the unique impact of stigma on youth
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Discuss efforts to combat youth mental health stigma
If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
PREVENTING UNDERAGE ALCOHOL USE FREE Two Part Series
PART 1 - 1pm to 2:30pm, April 6, 2022
PART 2 - 1pm to 2:30pm, April 13, 2022
Underage alcohol use remains an ongoing challenge facing prevention professionals. Rates of use have generally been in decline for many years; however, alcohol remains the most used substance among youth. It is still unclear the extent that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted underage alcohol use, although it is known that the pandemic has accelerated the social and behavioral conditions that make use more likely to occur. This two-part webinar series will provide an overview of the current state of underage drinking and related prevention efforts, with an additional focus on two particular age groups of concern: younger youth (ages 13 and under) and college-aged underage drinkers (ages 18 to 20).
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Learning Objectives:
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Examine how prevention science can be described and provide a shared definition
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Understand the research and theories behind prevention science
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Review how prevention science is applied to substance use prevention and its impact
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Discuss some of the challenges to incorporating prevention science and provide a research agenda for expanding future efforts
ACES 101: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (Zoom Meeting)
Putnam County Youth Development Leaders
Presenters Dr. Barb Brady & Tricia Kingery (ACES Coalition of WV)
Logan County School: Logan County Country Club
ACES 101: Understanding ACES 101, Implications for Brain Development, Behavior and Health Outcomes
August 12: (8:30-12:30)
ACES 102: Overcoming ACES: Building Resilence, Protective Factors and Trauma Sensitive Schools
August 13: (8:30-11:00)
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ACES 103: Preventing ACES: What We Can Do
August 13: (12:00-3:00)
Inspiring Dreams Network (IDN) is partnering with the WV ACES Coalition to provide the following trainings:
ACES 101: Understanding, Overcoming and Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences
April 8 - (3:30 - 5:00) Mercer County Teachers
May 13 - (9:00 - 10:30) Mercer County School Administrators
May 21 - (1:30 - 3:00) Mercer County School Aids, Nurses and Counselors
ACES 102: Building Resilience in the Age of COVID
April 23 - (1:00 - 2:00) Big Laurel Learning Center
SUICIDE PREVENTION: Recognize, Respond, REACT
Tuesday, March 22, 2022 - 11am - 12:30pm - VIA ZOOM
Trainer - Barri Faucett, Director, Prevent Suicide WV
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
Monday, March 21, 2022 - 8:30am - 4pm
Mountain State Educational Services Collaborative - 501 22nd St., Dunbar WV 25064
Trainers
Dr. Barb Brady - Founder, Executive Director, Inspiring Dreams Network
Stella Moon - Program Coordinator, Adolescent Health Initiative, Region V
MENTAL HEALTH 101: Understanding and Taking Charge of Mental Health
Please note: There are two date options for this training. It is NOT Part I and II.
Thursday, March 17, 2022 - 3:30pm - 4:30pm - VIA ZOOM
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 - 10am - 11am - VIA ZOOM
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Trainer - Dr. Barb Brady - Founder, Executive Director, Inspiring Dreams Network
IDN is partnering with Marshall University School of Health, the ACES Coalition and Kid Count to provide the following training.
May 1 - 1:00 - 2:30 Overcoming Trauma from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES
Listening Session: Mental Health Needs of Middle Schoolers
May 20 - 8:00am - 2:00pm Williamsburg Middle School
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for Camp Appalachia Staff and Volunteers
May 22 - 8:30 - 4:00 (Church at the Depot, Scott Depot, WV)
This training helps participants identify typical vs. atypical behavior for youth ages 8 -18 and walks them through a best practice process to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth, including referrals to local resources. Participants who successfully complete the course receive a certificate as a Mental Health First Aider.
YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID 8:30am - 4:00pm May 14, 2022
MUST register in advance and complete pre-registration info on the YMHA website through link provided once you have registered.
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Location:
The Church at Scott Depot
Upstairs Training Room (youth room)
6496 Teays Valley Road
Scott Depot, WV
PREPARING STUDENTS FOR A SUCCESSFUL SUMMER
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 - 12:00 to 12:45pm (Via Zoom)
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Summer can be a difficult and challenging time for youth or it can be filled with fun, inspiration and growth. Parents, community mentors, and youth leaders can play a key role in supporting student success this summer. Join us to learn best practices and resources you can share with the youth and families you serve.
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Workshop Goals:
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To review best practice summer activities for youth (Grades PK - 12)
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To share resources that are fun, safe, and engaging for summer learning and growth
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To discuss and share online safety resouces.
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To encourage participant sharing of best practices and resources
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TRAINER - Dr. Barb Brady - Founder, Executive Director, Inspiring Dreams Network
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This workshop is part of a grant initiative provided by the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation.
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If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
SUPPORTING YOUTH IN BUILDING FINANCIAL LITERACY SKILLS
Thursday, June 9, 2022 - 12pm and 5pm - (select time that works for you) Via Zoom
TRAINER - Diana Whitlock, Vice President & Community Manager - Chase Bank
ANGER MANAGEMENT FOR YOUTH
July 12: 10am - 11am
Aug 16: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Sept 27: Noon - 1pm
Oct 17: 3pm - 4pm
Nov 10: 10am - 11am
Dec 12: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us for the online training Anger Management for Youth. During this free, interactive training, participants will learn strategies to identify and cope with their anger in healthier ways and be the bigger person. No CEUs are available for this training as it is geared toward youth. A certificate of completion will be available.
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Training Objectives:
• Identify what it feels like to be angry
• Discuss stress reduction tactics
• Practice relaxation strategies such as progressive muscle relaxation
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For more information please contact us at 855-558-4296 or at pbs@hsc.wvu.edu.
DE-ESCALATION TECHNIQUES FOR FIRST RESPONDERS July 28, 2022 10am-12pm EST
Register for this FREE training! 2 Social Work CEU’s will be available for this training.
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The online registration page typically closes a few days in advance of the webinar or when registration reaches maximum capacity.
Please be sure to carefully enter your email into the registration form, or we may not be able to send you the information you will need for the webinar.
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Location: Zoom ( a link will be provided after registration )
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After attending, you will be able to:
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Differentiate between compassion fatigue and being burned out
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Recognize a power struggle and ways to avoid it
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Identify ways to effectively de-escalate a situation
POSITIVE PARENTING PROGRAM August Seminar Series: Aug. 16-18 (1pm - 2pm)
West Virginia University Center for Excellence in Disabilities (CED) is hosting a webinar series via Zoom for parents or caregivers, who have children with a disability up to 12 years old interested in general information about promoting their child's development.
In each webinar, a Parent Network Specialist and Triple P practitioner from the Family-to-Family Program will lead the presentation. A behavior specialist from the Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Program will also participate to conduct a Questions & Answer session for tips and strategies. Parenting Tip Packets will be made available to all participants.
Registration is free but required. Simply click on the ZOOM link provided to register and receive the login info.
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Aug 16 - Seminar 1 "Positive Parenting for Children with Disabilities"
Aug 17 - Seminar 2 "Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential"
Aug 18 - Seminar 3 "Changing Problem Behavior into Positive Behavior"
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Using the link below, register for one, two or all three seminars.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
ACES TRAINING
We are pleased to offer three virtual Lunch and Learns for our Clay, Kanawha, and Putnam County Youth Serving Organizations.
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ACES 101: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences - Sept. 27, 11:00 - 12:30
ACES 102: Overcoming Adverse Childhood Experiences - Sept. 29, 11:00 - 12:30
ACES 103: Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences - Oct. 6, 11:00 - 12:30
Contact Dr. Barb Brady drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org for more info.
TRAUMA 101
TRAUMA 101 - FREE TRAINING - OCTOBER 12, 2022 - 10am - 12pm (Zoom Meeting)
This free online training explores the effects of trauma, different types of trauma, and how to provide trauma-informed care. Participants can expect to learn how trauma affects the brain, how to assess for trauma, and ways to build resiliency. This training is beneficial for professionals assisting people who have experienced severe traumas and especially helpful for those working with children affected by the opioid crisis in WV.
SPECIAL NOTES!
The online registration page typically closes a few days in advance of the webinar or when registration reaches maximum capacity.
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Please be sure to carefully enter your email into the registration form, or we may not be able to send you the information you will need for the webinar.
After attending you will be able to:
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Identify sources of potential trauma and complex trauma for individuals served by child serving systems.
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Recognize the impact of trauma on emotional and behavioral functioning.
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Describe principles of trauma-informed systems.
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List ways to provide trauma-informed care.
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2 Social Work CEUs are available for this training
For Questions
E-mail: PBS@hsc.wvu.edu
Phone Number: 855-558-4296
Website: pbs.cedwvu.org
The PBS Program is funded through a grant with the WV Bureau for Behavioral Health.
MENTAL HEALTH 101
Mental Health 101: Understanding and Taking Charge of Mental Health - Oct. 28th, 2022, 11am - 12pm (Zoom)
FREE TRAINING!
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Since the COVID pandemic, there has been an increased emphasis on improving mental health; but what exactly does that mean? What does good mental health look like? Join us to learn how to have simple conversations with youth about taking charge of their mental health. Durning this lunch and learn, we will discuss the components of mental health and what we can do to improve mental health, including how to support others to build coping skills, resilience, and habits that lead to positive mental health outcomes.
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OBJECTIVES
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To review and understand the WHO and CDC definitions of mental health
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To discuss components of good mental health and how to access one’s strengths and weaknesses in relation to mental health

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To identify coping skills, resiliency, and protective factors and the role of youth serving adults in supporting improved mental health
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Trainer: Dr. Barb Brady - Founder, Executive Director, Inspiring Dreams Network
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
We are excited to offer a new opportunity for our partners... mini info sessions or COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHTS that feature people, programs, and resources to improve youth development in WV. Anyone is welcome to tune in, including youth, families, and the adults who serve youth. Our goal is to support our network to build stronger, more connected communities that engage and inspire youth to reach their potential.
There are so many great programs and resources offered in our service area, but we often don't know how or who to connect with to learn more about them. Our new Community Spotlight series will feature people, programs, and resources you can engage with to better support WV youth.
OUR FIRST COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
We've all heard of BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS, but where are they in WV, and how can we connect? This week's spotlight will answer those questions.
BIG BROTHERS of the Tri-State has expanded to Kanawha and Putnam Counties. Where else can we find them in WV? Our speaker will discuss the history and mission of the organization and how you can help youth benefit. Our speaker, Lori Conn, will talk about the role and recruiting "look fors" in "BIGS" and how you can refer "LITTLES" to get them connected to mentors. Join us on Zoom on November 3rd to learn more!
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Dec. 14 - 8:30 - 4:00 Become a Youth Mental Health First Aider
Free 6 1/2 hour in-person training. The Church at Scott Depot, Scott Depot, WV
10th Annual Developing Star Leaders
November 5: (9:00am - 1:30pm) Wood County 4-H Camp
2203 Butcher Bend Road, Mineral Wells, WV
Youth Mental Health First Aid
November 13: (8:30am - 4pm) Church at Scott Depot
6496 Teays Valley Road, Scott Depot, WV 25560
CONNECTIONS MATTER TRAINING
BUILDING COMMUNITY STARTS ONE RELATIONSHIP AT A TIME: November 16th, 1 -4pm
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Connections Matter is designed to engage community members in building caring connections for youth and families to improve resiliency and wellbeing. The Connections Matter initiative is a collaboration with Prevent Child Abuse Iowa and was brought to WV by the ACES Coalition of WV.
TRAINERS
Jessica Dianellos & Michelle Baranaskas, Team for WV Children
Dr. Barb Brady, Inspiring Dreams Network
COMMUNITY CONVERSATION
LET’S TALK ABOUT SELF-CARE - NOVEMBER 27, 2022 - 7pm (Zoom Meeting)
With the after effects of the pandemic looming. many of us are left feeling stressed, anxious even unsure about the future. To get back on track self care is more important than ever.
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JOIN John Barton, Inspiring Dreams Network - Leadership VISTA, in a conversation focused on the Seven Pillars of Self-Care and what you can do to improve your own self-care as well as how to support youth and familes in creating a self-care plan.
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We want to hear about your self-care strategies!
​Come prepared to share and hear ideas from others about self-care. What are you doing to take care of your self and to support youth and families in your work setting and community?
ACES 101: Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
Dec. 8 - 10:00 - Noon Via Zoom (90 min presentation & 30 minute Q & A)
Targeted training for Kanawha County Schools and Putnam County youth organization partners with funding provided by The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation and Kanawha County Schools
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ACES 102: Overcoming Adverse Childhood Experiences
Dec. 13 - 11:00 - 12:30 - Via Zoom (90 min presentation)
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ACES 103: Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences
December 15 - 3:30 - 5:00 Via Zoom (90 min presentation)
If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
Institutional Racism & Historical Trauma Workshop
Register now for the discussion with Cockhren on Friday, June 24, at 12:00pm
Please join us for an interactive workshop highlights the timeline of institutional racism in the United States and the resulting historical trauma. The purpose of the session is to outline the mechanisms of historical trauma.
This session will also provide a social-ecological framework of institutional racism and highlights strategies to address institutional racism and systemic inequity. Lastly, this session will outline trauma-informed and healing centered practices to promote the healing of historical trauma within a social-ecological framework.
Ingrid Cockhren knows first-hand how impactful trauma and toxic stress can be for children and families and has dedicated her professional life to investigating and educating the public about the link between early trauma, early adversity, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), positive childhood experiences and the consequences that occur across the lifespan. Specializing in creating equitable and inclusive environments within organizations, collective impacts and grassroot movements, Cockhren uses her knowledge of stress, trauma, historical trauma, human development, and psychology to translate research concerning diversity/equity/inclusion (DEI) and trauma-informed practices into community, workplace, and organizational solutions.
We’d like to ask for your participation in this short survey from Prevent Child Abuse WV. The purpose of this survey is to collect information about current offerings and needs for Mandated Reporter training in the state and to learn how our organization can better serve those needs.
Please send out to your listservs, post on social media, or pass on the survey in any other way that you think would capture the experiences of those having taken Mandated Reporter trainings.
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Thank you for your help! Please email ashleya@teamwv.org with questions.
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For more information please contact us at 855-558-4296 or at pbs@hsc.wvu.edu.
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Coalition Background Information:
The ACEs Coalition of WV is a nonprofit organization comprised of 400 plus members representing diverse child-serving professionals throughout our state. We focus on helping people understand, overcome and prevent adverse childhood experiences.
Task Team Information:
Our Coalition meets every other month with five active tasks teams and the overall Coalition meetings. Task teams include Awareness, Training, Legislative, Research, and Home Visiting and at this time are still meeting virtually. If you would like to learn more about a task team and how you can get involved, please use the survey link below and a task team chair will reach out to you.
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Meeting Dates:
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Join the Coalition or RSVP to meetings!
PARTNERING WITH FAMILIES TO INSPIRE YOUTH CAREER DREAMS
WORKSHOP - TWO DATES AVAILABLE
Dec 13th - 3:30 - 5pm (Zoom Meeting)
Dec 14th - 11:30am - 1pm (Zoom Meeting)
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TRAINER - HEATHER McCHESNEY
Coordinator of Curriculum and Professional Development
WV Higher Education Policy Commission
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If you are a youth serving organization
and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org