If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
To help us plan future training needs, please complete our Training Needs Survey.
iGuardian Presentation for Trusted Adults (Webinar)
September 18, 2025 | 2:00-3:30 pm
Join Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) for a powerful session designed for parents and trusted adults. Learn about online dangers such as grooming, sextortion, risky apps, and how predators target youth. Gain practical tools to protect your child and take action if victimization occurs.
📅 1.5 CEUs provided for social workers
Mission WV Upcoming Webinar
September 18, 2025 | 2pm
Join Mission WV for Project iGuardian, a free webinar presented by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) — the principal investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security and a global leader in combating online child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA). This session is designed for parents and trusted adults. HSI special agents will share real-world cases, investigative insights, and practical steps to help you recognize warning signs, protect children, and know what to do if
victimization occurs.
Topics include:
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Top apps & what kids are doing online
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Grooming tactics & sextortion
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How predators target youth
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Data permanency & online risks
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Using parental controls effectively
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How to start tough conversations with your child
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What to do if your child becomes a victim
1.5 CEUs provided for social workers
SAMHSA Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Toolkit is Live!
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to remember those we have lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and support the families and communities that have been affected by suicide. It is also a time to uplift the voices of those with lived experience and provide resources and information to help prevent suicide.
What’s in the Toolkit?
Download the 2025 Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Toolkit and share resources with your communities and networks.
The toolkit includes:
• Key Messages and Weekly Themes to help you create impactful content for various audiences.
• Social Media Shareables—engaging posts, graphics, and animations you can share on your social media platforms.
• Digital Stickers, Digital Frames, and Email Signatures to show your commitment to suicide prevention.
• Virtual Backgrounds to personalize and brand your online meetings.
• Hashtags, such as #SuicidePrevention, #SPM25, and #YouAreNotAlone to highlight Suicide Prevention Awareness Month on social media.
UPCOMING WEBINARS!
Understanding Trauma & PTSD, Toxic Relationships, People-Pleasing, Love Languages in Parenting, Stigma, and much more
As always, these events are absolutely free & everyone is welcome! Attendance certificates provided at no cost
September 16 | Creating a Low-Stress Environment and Minimizing Crises
September 17 | Understanding Suicide
September 29 | Strategies to De-escalate Children in Distress
UPCOMING RELIAS WEBINARS
Suicide Prevention Through Postvention: An Organizational Approach
When: Thursday, September 25 | 1pm
Join Relias and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing to learn how postvention supports healing, builds organizational resilience, and creates safer, more responsive environments for staff and those they serve.
BREAKING THE BURNOUT CYCLE
When: Wednesday, October 1 | 1pm
Learn how addressing burnout can foster a supportive culture, boost retention, and
help healthcare professionals thrive.
ANGER MANAGEMENT FOR YOUTH
Anger Management for Youth is a free, interactive session where participants will learn strategies to identify and cope with their anger in healthier ways. Parents and caregivers are highly encouraged to attend with their child.
Sessions are separated by age range, elementary (8-12 years) and secondary (13-17). A certificate of attendance will be given upon completion of end of session survey.
Elementary: September 30th, 2025 4:00PM – 5:00PM ET
Training Objectives:
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Identify what it feels like to be angry
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Discuss stress reduction tactics
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Practice relaxation strategies such as progressive muscle relaxation
WVU CED TRIPLE P SEMINARS
The WVU CED hosts a three-part Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) webinar series multiple times
throughout the year for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities who are up to 12 years old. These free webinars provide general information about promoting child development.
When: October 21, 22, and 23 at 10:00 a.m. each day
Seminar 1: Positive Parenting for Children with a Disability
Seminar 2: Helping Your Child Reach Their Potential
Seminar 3: Changing Problem Behavior into Positive Behavior
State-Funded Mental Health and Wellness Coaching
Families statewide have access to state-funded mental health and wellness coaching, thanks to a partnership with the West Virginia Department of Education and the Cook Center for Human Connection.
Research show that by increasing parenting knowldge and skills, children are more likely to be resilience and thrive. Parents can sign up for FREE PARENT COACHING. Click HERE to learn more.
This hub provides families and youth-serving adults with tools to share, promote, and access these services.
If you are a youth serving organization and wish to request a training contact drbarbbrady@inspiringdreamsnetwork.org
