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Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Dads Take Your Child To School (DTYCTS) Day & Beyond
The Responsible Fatherhood Coalition invites you to the 2014 Campaign Launch for DTYCTS Day and Beyond: Reemphasizing Community Resources.
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Friday, March 21, 2014
Planting the Seeds for Early Literacy - NYSPEP Member Meeting
The United States has fallen behind 10 spots in high school graduation rates in the past 30 years; about 25 percent of US high school students do not graduate. Reading in the 3rd grade is a strong predictor for high school graduation. The number of words a child knows between age 2–3 predicts reading in the 3rd grade. You can be part of the solution! NYSPEP invites you to learn from professionals who are passionate about language acquisition and early literacy. Join NYSPEP at our 2014 Spring Member Meeting and training institute, developed exclusively for professionals like yourself.
BONUS: The first 100 registrants through the door will receive a complimentary booklet Born Learning: Recipes for Learning tips, ideas, and an overall research based approach to helping young children develop verbal communication skills. Share this resource with your organization and create opportunities to share the information with parents.
Attention NYC: A van with a limited number of seats is available to pick up & drop off registrants via the Amtrack train station in Albany-Rensselaer. Pick-up in Albany at 9:45 (7:15 out of Penn Station) and return on the 4:15 train out of Albany. ONLY confirmed individuals will be transported. Please call the NYSPEP Coordinator at 518-445-1273 to reserve / confirm a seat on the transport van.
Attention Western NYS and Finger Lakes Regions: The Carondelet Hospitality Center offers exceptionally afforable rooms at about half the GSA rate. Please CLICK HERE for more information. To arrange for a room and schedule your arrival, please contact Sister Patricia Conron at pconron@csjalbany.org or call 518-783-3536. Note: it may take up to 3 business days for a reply.
This event is sponsored, in part, by the NYS Office of Mental Health.
WORKSHOP AGES 0-3: The Seeds of Literacy Are Sown in Very Fertile Soil! Sarah Hughes, RMC Research, Inc. and Mary Haust, Parents as Teachers. Participants will use the NYS Early Learning Guidelines and NYS Pre-K Foundation for the Common Core as they create pathways for learning. Participants will explore how parents can support these pathways at specific points in development and process what they can do to support the parent’s role in preparing a strong foundation for literacy.
WORKSHOP AGES 3-5: Leveling the Playing Field: Infusing Rich Language into the Home Environment - Preparing Children to Begin School Ready to Learn & Thrive. Elizabeth Spiro, The Guidance Center of Westchester. This workshop features a review of the current research on literacy acquisition, an engaging conversation, and interactive modeling of best practice techniques. Participants will actively explore how to best support parents in preparing their children for school-readiness.
If you're not yet ready to present a poster session, but would like to provide information about your work or your organization's work as it relates to language acquisition or early literacy, you may bring one item, such as a brochure, flyer, or business card for the Take-One-Table.
Space is limited. Please RSVP during registration. Space for the Poster Sessions and Take-One-Table is available on a first-come basis for those who RSVP. Questions? Please call the NYSPEP Coordinator at 518-445-1273.
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Planting the Seeds for Early Literacy
Latest Research & Strategies for Professionals Working with Parents
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 • 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Carondelet Hospitality Center, 385 Watervliet - Shaker Road (Rte. 155) • Latham, NY
Just $35 Per Person!
- Keynote by Mary Haust, Parents as Teachers, Binghamton School District
- Poster sessions accompany a buffet lunch
- After lunch, a panel will discuss statewide community resources
- Workshops on literacy strategies with parents; choose either Ages 0-3 or Ages 3-5
BONUS: The first 100 registrants through the door will receive a complimentary booklet Born Learning: Recipes for Learning tips, ideas, and an overall research based approach to helping young children develop verbal communication skills. Share this resource with your organization and create opportunities to share the information with parents.
Attention NYC: A van with a limited number of seats is available to pick up & drop off registrants via the Amtrack train station in Albany-Rensselaer. Pick-up in Albany at 9:45 (7:15 out of Penn Station) and return on the 4:15 train out of Albany. ONLY confirmed individuals will be transported. Please call the NYSPEP Coordinator at 518-445-1273 to reserve / confirm a seat on the transport van.
Attention Western NYS and Finger Lakes Regions: The Carondelet Hospitality Center offers exceptionally afforable rooms at about half the GSA rate. Please CLICK HERE for more information. To arrange for a room and schedule your arrival, please contact Sister Patricia Conron at pconron@csjalbany.org or call 518-783-3536. Note: it may take up to 3 business days for a reply.
This event is sponsored, in part, by the NYS Office of Mental Health.
More Abouy the Keynote and Workshops
KEYNOTE: Digging Deeper; Sowing for Success. Mary Haust, Parents as Teachers. Far too many children enter school without the necessary literacy skills that help to ensure a successful K-12 experience. Research shows that parents play a critical role in determining whether or not their children will experience an inequality at the starting gate. Parenting educators play an important role in helping parents support language acquisition and early literacy. The keynote will focus on what research reveals about the inequality of language acquisition, how parents can bridge that gap, and how this research can influence parenting education practice. Participants will break into small groups to discuss challenges and solutions to engaging parents in literacy-based practices with their children.WORKSHOP AGES 0-3: The Seeds of Literacy Are Sown in Very Fertile Soil! Sarah Hughes, RMC Research, Inc. and Mary Haust, Parents as Teachers. Participants will use the NYS Early Learning Guidelines and NYS Pre-K Foundation for the Common Core as they create pathways for learning. Participants will explore how parents can support these pathways at specific points in development and process what they can do to support the parent’s role in preparing a strong foundation for literacy.
WORKSHOP AGES 3-5: Leveling the Playing Field: Infusing Rich Language into the Home Environment - Preparing Children to Begin School Ready to Learn & Thrive. Elizabeth Spiro, The Guidance Center of Westchester. This workshop features a review of the current research on literacy acquisition, an engaging conversation, and interactive modeling of best practice techniques. Participants will actively explore how to best support parents in preparing their children for school-readiness.
RSVP for Poster Sessions or Take-One-Table
Please showcase your successful work with parents and primary caregivers in helping them promote language acquisiton and early literacy skills with their children. Please be prepared to describe your activity in 3 minutes or less and provide handouts for your table. You may bring a standard tri-fold display board (approximately 36" x 48"). Participants will have opportunity to view your table during meals and breaks throughout the day.If you're not yet ready to present a poster session, but would like to provide information about your work or your organization's work as it relates to language acquisition or early literacy, you may bring one item, such as a brochure, flyer, or business card for the Take-One-Table.
Space is limited. Please RSVP during registration. Space for the Poster Sessions and Take-One-Table is available on a first-come basis for those who RSVP. Questions? Please call the NYSPEP Coordinator at 518-445-1273.
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Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Capital District - Infant Mental Health: Literature Circle - 3/26/14
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Monday, March 17, 2014
NYSPEP eNews 03-17-2014
The New York State Parenting Education Partnership (NYSPEP) eNews is published bi-weekly with the exception of monthly editions in July and December. Please share with friends and colleagues. Visit our website at www.nyspep.org and click "Join NYSPEP" to sign up for the NYSPEP eNews.
To announce an event or resource, send details to nyspep@nyspep.org. Please include your name and phone number, in case we have questions.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: NYSPEP Membership Meeting (Latham) - Language Acquisition & Early Literacy; NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Introduction; NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Orientation; PCANY CAP Conference (Albany) - Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation; with Pre-Conference Institute (Albany) - Grant Writing; Responsible Fatherhood Coalition (Bronx) - DTYCTS Day & Beyond: Community Resources; HEROES Workshop (Albany) - Children with Complex PTSD; ZTT Clinical Roundtable (NYC) - Trauma Impact on Mothers & Consequences for Babies
NYSPEP May Membership Meeting - Save the Date!
Planting the Seeds for Early Literacy:
Latest Research & Strategies for Professionals Working with Parents
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 • 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Carondelet Hospitality Center • Latham, NY
Special Pricing: Just $35 Per Person!
Mary Haust, consultant and trainer for Parents as Teachers, will present the keynote. Poster sessions will accompany a buffet lunch. Following lunch, a panel will discuss statewide community resources. Afternoon workshops will focus on Literacy Strategies with Parents; participants may select either Birth to Age 3 or Age 3 to Kindergarten. Registration begins at 9:30 AM. Keynote starts at 10:15 AM. Introduce yourself to professional peers who share similar interests over continental breakfast.
The first 100 registrants through the door will receive a complimentary booklet Born Learning: Recipes for Learning. This valuable resource includes tips, ideas, and an overall research based approach to helping young children develop verbal communication skills. NYSPEP believes parenting educators have an important role to play in helping parents understand language acquisition and early literacy as they prepare children for success in schools.
This event is partially sponsored by the New York State Office of Mental Health.
For more information and registration links, please stay tuned for an eAnnouncement coming soon. You may also check for Calendar listing updates at www.nyspep.org.
NYSPEP Webinar - Parenting Educator (PE) Credential Introduction
What Is the PE Credential? Introduction & Overview
Thursday, March 27, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Presenter: Meg Akabas, NYSPEP-CPE
Learn about the Parenting Educator Credential's history, purpose, and value to families and services in New York State. You'll find out exactly what the credential is (and isn't) and how it is awarded. Understanding this peer-driven statewide standard will assist in engaging those who are qualified by the credential.
Who should attend? Employers, grantees, agency leaders, program managers, supervisors, applicants, clients, and parents. NOTE: This webinar does not satisfy an applicant's prerequisite attendance at an Orientation. (Information about an Orientation that does satisfy the prerequisite appears below.)
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
NYSPEP Webinar - PE Credential Orientation
Orientation & Application Process Tier I, II & III
Wednesday, April 02, 2014 • 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Presenter: Wyn Frechette, Credential Coordinator
Parenting Education is now recognized as a specialty requiring unique skills and knowledge. Many related professions provide a component of parenting education in support of parents and families with children. Learn how the Credential recognizes achievement, supports advanced learning goals, and sets a path for advancement.
Who should attend? Anyone thinking about applying for the PE Credential this year, as well as agency leaders, program managers, and supervisors who believe parenting education may be a component of their organization's services. Attendance at this Orientation satisfies the application prerequisite.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Prevent Child Abuse New York - 19th Annual CAP Conference 2014
Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation - Register Now!
Monday, April 28 through Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY
Registration is now open for Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation, the 19th annual New York State Child Abuse Prevention Conference. Highly rated workshops, quality programming, and national presenters will inspire and equip you to strengthen families, prevent child abuse, and improve outcomes for at-risk children and families. This year introduces a brand new Pre-Conference Institute on grant writing on Sunday, April 27th.
Workshop Tracks include: Parenting Education & Support, Child Abuse Prevention Skills & Strategies, Reducing Barriers to Children's Well-Being, Family Engagement & Involvement, and Personal & Organizational Resilience.
Plenary Speakers: Janet Rosenzweig, Author of The Sex Wise Parent and VP of Research and Program at Prevent Child Abuse America; Tonier Cain, Survivor, Speaker, and Team Leader at the National Center for Trauma-Informed Care, on Healing Neen; and Joel Weintraub, Humorist & Motivational Speaker.
Documentary Screenings: Healing Neen is the inspiring story of keynote speaker Tonier Cain and her healing from child abuse. Spit’in Anger: Venom of a Fatherless Son is the story of Kenneth Braswell, a national leader in the responsible fatherhood movement. Tonier Cain and Kenneth Braswell will answer questions from the audience following each of their respective screenings.
The conference is co-presented by the New York State Children and Family Trust Fund, Office of Children and Family Services, and co-sponsored by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children - New York (APSAC - NY).
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
PCANY Annual CAP Conference 2014 • Pre-Conference Institute ALL NEW!
Be Prepared to Win Grant Funding in 2014
Sunday, April 27, 2014 • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY
This year introduces an all new Pre-Conference Institute: Be Prepared to Win Grant Funding in 2014. Jana Hexter, Grants Champion, presents. This institute is for novice grant writers and those who learned by default and are seekings ways to make grant writing more effective. More information is available in the conference booklet available on the Prevent Child Abuse New York website.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Responsible Fatherhood Coalition - 2014 Campaign Launch
DTYCTS Day & Beyond: Reemphasizing Community Resources
Friday, April 4, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Bronx Supreme, 851 Grand Concourse • Bronx, New York
Join the Responsible Fatherhood Coalition and create relationships to support fathers, children and families for Dads Take Your Child To School (DTYCTS) Day. Participate in Workshops to plan future collaborative efforts. Participants will learn about valuable and often under-utilized community resources.
For more information and to register, please email clyde.wilkinson@dfa.state.ny.us or call Clyde Wilkinson at (718) 933-6981.
Real Life Heroes and the HEROES Project Workshop
Developmental Attachment-Centered Treatment for
Children with Complex PTSD
Wednesday, March 26, 2014 • 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
University at Albany Downtown Campus • 135 Western Ave., Albany, NY
Richard Kagan, Ph.D., Director of Research and Consultation, Sidney Albert Training and Research Institute, Parsons Child and Family Center will present. Explore how creative arts activities can be utilized to engage children and caregivers to work in trauma-informed treatment programs. Real Life Heroes is an evidence-supported treatment program for children with traumatic stress.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
New York Zero-To-Three Network - Clinical Roundtable
Impact of Trauma on Mothers & Consequences for Babies
Tuesday, March 25, 2014 • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ackerman Institute for the Family • New York City
Ann Diamond Weinstien, Ph.D., presents The Impact of Past Trauma on Women's Experiences of Conception, Pregnancy, Birth and Early Parenting: Potential Consequences for Their Developing Babies. Explore how trauma impacts women's reproductive experiences, the prenatal environment, and the potential impact on their babies' development. Explore the impacts through quality of care and interpersonal interactions that range from reducing stress to triggering unresolved trauma or creating new trauma.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
NYSPEP eNews 02-26-2014
The New York State Parenting Education Partnership (NYSPEP) eNews is published bi-weekly with the exception of monthly editions in July and December. Please share with friends and colleagues. Visit our website at www.nyspep.org and click "Join NYSPEP" to sign up for the NYSPEP eNews.
To announce an event or resource, send details to nyspep@nyspep.org. Please include your name and phone number, in case we have questions.
NYSPEP NEWS: NYSPEP Member Spotlight - Jennie Knox
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Introduction; NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Orientation; PCANY - CAP Conference and Pre Conference Institute; IMHA Workshop - Sensory Development; Parenting Institute at Adelphi Workshop - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
RESOURCES: ZTT - Parent Guides
NYSPEP Member Spotlight - Jennie Knox
Jennie Knox, MSEd., returns to the NYSPEP Steering Committee after a hiatus in 2013 to provide care for an elderly family member. She previously co-chaired the Professional Development team and presented the 2012 Strong Roots Media Literacy workshops across the state.
To read Jennie's expanded biography with photo on our blog, please CLICK HERE.
NYSPEP Webinar - PE Credential Introduction
What Is the PE Credential? Introduction & Overview
Thursday, March 27, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Presenter: Meg Akabas, NYSPEP-CPE
Learn about the Parenting Educator Credential's history, purpose, and value in New York State. You'll find out exactly what the credential is (and isn't) and how it is awarded. Understanding this peer-driven statewide standard will assist in engaging those who are qualified by the credential. This webinar is open to anyone who wants to know more, including employers, grantees, agency leaders, program managers, supervisors, applicants, clients, and parents. NOTE: This webinar does not satisfy an applicant's prerequisite attendance at an Orientation.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
NYSPEP Webinar - PE Credential Orientation
Orientation & Application Process Tier I, II & III
Wednesday, April 02, 2014 • 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Presenter: Wyn Frechette, Credential Coordinator
Parenting Education is now recognized as a specialty requiring unique skills and knowledge. Many related professions provide a component of parenting education in support of parents and families with children. Learn how the Credential recognizes achievement, supports advanced learning goals, and sets a path for advancement. Agency leaders, program managers, and supervisors who believe parenting education may be a component of their organization's services will learn to recognize the core competencies identified as essential to parenting education. Attendance at this Orientation satisfies the application prerequisite.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Prevent Child Abuse New York - CAP Conference 2014 - Register NOW!
Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation
Monday, April 28 through Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY
Registration is now open for Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation, the 19th annual New York State Child Abuse Prevention Conference. Highly rated workshops, quality programming, and national presenters will inspire and equip you to strengthen families, prevent child abuse, and improve outcomes for at-risk children and families. This year introduces a brand new Pre-Conference Institute on grant writing on Sunday, April 27th.
Workshop Tracks include: Parenting Education & Support, Child Abuse Prevention Skills & Strategies, Reducing Barriers to Children's Well-Being, Family Engagement & Involvement, and Personal & Organizational Resilience.
Plenary Speakers: Janet Rosenzweig, Author of The Sex Wise Parent and VP of Research and Program at Prevent Child Abuse America; Tonier Cain, Survivor, Speaker, and Team Leader at the National Center for Trauma-Informed Care, on Healing Neen; and Joel Weintraub, Humorist & Motivational Speaker.
Documentary Screenings: Healing Neen is the inspiring story of keynote speaker Tonier Cain and her healing from child abuse. Spit’in Anger: Venom of a Fatherless Son is the story of Kenneth Braswell, a national leader in the responsible fatherhood movement. Tonier Cain and Kenneth Braswell will answer questions from the audience following each of their respective screenings.
The conference is co-presented by the New York State Children and Family Trust Fund, Office of Children and Family Services, and co-sponsored by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children - New York (APSAC - NY).
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
ALL NEW! Pre-Conference Institute
Be Prepared to Win Grant Funding in 2014
Sunday, April 27, 2014 • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY
This year introduces an all new Pre-Conference Institute: Be Prepared to Win Grant Funding in 2014. Jana Hexter, Grants Champion, presents. This institute is for novice grant writers and those who learned by default and are seekings ways to make grant writing more effective. More information is available in the conference booklet available on the Prevent Child Abuse New York website.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Infant Mental Health Association of New York's Captial Region - Workshop
There's No Such Thing as Just a Baby, There's a Baby & Someone
Friday, April 4, 2014 • 9:00 - 11:30 AM
SUNY Cobleskill • Cobleskill, NY
Dr. Martha Frank, licensed Occupational Therapist and Professor in the Occupational Therapy Program at Sage Graduate School of Health Sciences, will focus on the brain, sensory development, and the impact of interactions.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
The Institute for Parenting at Adelphi University - Workshop
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome: Assessment & Treatment, Visible & Invisible Consequences
Thursday, March 6, 2014 • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Alumni House, Garden City Campus • Garden City, NY
Amy Dickson, PsyD., explains what Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is and how prenatal alcohol exposure effects the developing fetus, as well as the behavior and development of young children as expressed at different developmental stages.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Zero To Three - Free Parent Handouts
Zero To Three offers a variety of free guides and brochures, which support parents to engage in healthy child development and early learning strategies with their children.
To access this resource, please CLICK HERE.
Friday, February 21, 2014
NYSPEP Member Spotlight: Jennie Knox
Jennie L. Knox, MSEd, returns to the NYSPEP Steering Committee after a hiatus during the previous year. In 2012, she left her full-time position of 10 years to provide elder care for a family member. She previously co-chaired NYSPEP's Professional Development group and presented the ‘Media Literacy’ workshops for Strong Roots trainings across the state in Fall 2012. She continues to support the work of NYSPEP, professionalism in the field, and recognition of the importance and value of Parenting Education across the spectrum of development.
Previously, Jennie spent 15 years working in mental health services and working with individuals in families. In particular, she educated families about the mental health challenges that may impact them and how they might learn how to advocate for themselves. This helped to overcome some of the additional challenges of being an effective parent and creating a positive family environment. Jennie believes in collaboration and would consult with colleagues and families when a presenting challenge would require a 3rd party.
Jennie was a Music major prior to entering the field of human services. She has coordinated fine arts and Christmas children’s programs through her church, in addition to working with its youth group. She currently lives with, “1 amazing husband, 3 incredibly awesome boys, and 5 cats in various stages of being in my own good graces.” She continues to provide support for an elder family member and currently works on a freelance basis.
Monday, February 10, 2014
NYSPEP eNews 02-10-2014
The New York State Parenting Education Partnership (NYSPEP) eNews is published bi-weekly with the exception of monthly editions in July and December. Please share with friends and colleagues. Visit our website at www.nyspep.org and click "Join NYSPEP" to sign up for the NYSPEP eNews.
To announce an event or resource, send details to nyspep@nyspep.org. Please include your name and phone number, in case we have questions.
NYSPEP NEWS: NYSPEP Professional Development Team - Field Survey
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Introduction; NYSPEP Webinar - Credential Orientation Tiers I, II, & III; PCANY - CAP Conference; Fatherhood Buzz - Call for Participants; University at Albany School of Social Welfare - ACEs Symposium; NRC Healthy Marriage & Families Webcast - Working with African American Families
RESOURCES: Families and Media Project Report - Families' Educational Media Use
NYSPEP Professional Development
FIELD SURVEY 2014
You, more than anyone else, recognize the training areas that you need and which matter most. NYSPEP wants to support you in providing quality support and services. We invite you to complete a quick survey to identify which practice-related training topics are important to you! Your response will help shape Strong Roots Last a Lifetime trainings this Fall. This survey is open to parenting educators and related professionals who provide support to parents or families with children. Extended deadline: Wednesday, February 19th.
To participate in this survey, please CLICK HERE.
NYSPEP Webinar - Save The Date
PE Credential: Introduction & Overview
Thursday, March 27, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Presenter: Meg Akabas, NYSPEP-CPE
Learn about the Parenting Educator Credential's history, purpose, and value in New York State. This webinar is open to anyone who wants to know more, including agency leaders, program managers, supervisors, applicants, and parents. NOTE: This webinar does not satisfy an applicant's prerequisite attendance at an Orientation. More information and a registration link is coming soon.
Please check the next bi-weekly eNews for updates.
NYSPEP Webinar - PE Credential Orientation
Orientation & Application Process Tier I, II & III
Wednesday, April 02, 2014 • 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Presenter: Wyn Frechette, Credential Coordinator
Parenting Education is now recognized as a specialty requiring unique skills and knowledge. Many related professions provide a component of parenting education in support of parents and families with children. Learn how the Credential recognizes achievement, supports advanced learning goals, and sets a path for advancement. Agency leaders, program managers, and supervisors who believe parenting education may be a component of their organization's services will learn to recognize the core competencies identified as essential to parenting education. Attendance at this Orientation satisfies the application prerequisite.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Prevent Child Abuse New York - Save The Date
Child Abuse Prevention Conference 2014
Monday, April 28 through Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Albany Marriott Hotel • Albany, NY
Ideas, Inspiration & Innovation, the 19th annual New York State Child Abuse Prevention Conference will inspire and equip professionals, advocates, and caregivers to strengthen families, prevent child abuse, and improve outcomes for at-risk children and families. This year’s quality programming will include nationally renowned keynote speakers, highly rated workshops, and new offerings. A documentary screening of Spit’in Anger: Venom of a Fatherless Son produced by Kenneth Braswell will also be shown.
Workshop tracks include: Parenting Education & Support, Child Abuse Prevention Skills & Strategies, Reducing Barriers to Children's Well-Being, Family Engagement & Involvement, and Personal & Organizational Resilience.
Plenary Speakers: Janet Rosenzweig, Author of The Sex Wise Parent and VP of Research and Program at Prevent Child Abuse America; Tonier Cain, Survivor, Speaker, and Team Leader at the National Center for Trauma-Informed Care, on Healing Neen; and Joel Weintraub, Humorist & Motivational Speaker.
The conference is co-presented by the New York State Children and Family Trust Fund, Office of Children and Family Services, and co-sponsored by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children - New York (APSAC - NY). More information and registration links are coming soon.
Please check the next bi-weekly eNews for updates.
Call for Barbershops and Community Partners to Get Involved
Fatherhood Buzz: Healthy Relationships - Planning Call & Event
Planning Call TODAY: Wednesday, February 12, 2014 • 2:00 PM
National Event: Saturday, February 22, 2014 • Participating Barbershops
Fatherhood Buzz 2014 will take place Saturday, February 22, 2014 with a focus on healthy relationships. This outreach effort promotes responsible fatherhood by disseminating information at one of the most trusted community resources for men: barbershops. There's still time to register and attend this week's planning call.
Planning Call Dial-in: (888) 403-8872 - Passcode: 867669
To register for this event, please CLICK HERE.
University at Albany School of Social Welfare
ACEs, Trauma & Response: Capital District Symposium
Tuesday, March 04, 2014 • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
UAlbany Downtown Campus, 135 Western Avenue, Room TBA • Albany, NY
This one-day symposium will explore the rapidly expanding science of brain development and impact of trauma on the developing brain. Speakers will illustrate emerging connections between trauma and social, psychological, and physical health across the lifespan. Advance registration for this free event is required.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
National Resource Center for Healthy Marriage & Families - Webcast
Working with African American Individuals, Couples & Families
Thursday, February 20, 2014 • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Join nationally recognized experts and practitioners to address cultural competencies, discuss strategies to improve services, and highlight free resources to support workers and their agencies in efforts to strengthen families. A question and answer session will follow facilitated dialogue.
For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE.
Families and Media Project - Report
Families’ Educational Media Use in America
A survey of more than 1,500 parents of children ages 2-10 resulted in this first comprehensive analysis of parents’ experiences with the educational media their children use. The study also examines children’s reading behaviors, especially online or on electronic reading devices.
To access this report, please CLICK HERE.
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