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SUMMARY:New Insights and Supports for Transracial Parenting: Launching our Updated Transracial Parenting Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Lunch and Learn Webinar presented by Isaac Etter\, a transracial adoptee and founder of Identity and Parenting Different.  Isaac will introduce himself and share an overview of his work\, and introduce our newly updated Transracial Parenting Series located in Champion Classrooms. These upcoming recorded webinars will include Inside Transracial Adoption\, Protective Styling Done Right\, Trauma-Informed Parenting in Transracial Families\, and Understanding and Supporting Transracial Adoptees. \nJoin us to learn about these updates to the Transracial Parenting Series and gain insight into the important work Isaac Etter is doing to support foster and adoptive families\, as well as relative/like-kin caregivers of children. \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/new-insights-and-supports-for-transracial-parenting-launching-our-updated-transracial-parenting-series/
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CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T113000
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SUMMARY:Get Started: Navigating Systems of Support
DESCRIPTION:This session guides you through the landscape of programs when your young child has a disability or special health care needs. Learn about Medicaid\, Katie Beckett\, Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS)\, private insurance\, taking care of yourself and more. This is presented in partnership with Children’s Resource Center – Southeast. \nSign Up: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/7F7VY9I2SWSbKUoTSFdHzA \n After you sign up\, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/get-started-navigating-systems-of-support-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Voices":MAILTO:info@fvofwi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T183000
DTSTAMP:20260530T142754
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SUMMARY:Early Choices Matter: Children Building Choice - Making Skills
DESCRIPTION:For children with disabilities\, practicing choice-making is especially important because it can lead to a more self-determined life as an adult. This means an adult with connections to their community\, a sense of empowerment\, and a sense of safety because they know their options matter. This session has tips and tools for everything you need to start practicing choice-making with your child. This is presented in partnership with Nurture Network of Southeast WI Families. \nSign Up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KV4uTtB6SeGKwgDuOmAqBQ \nAfter you sign up\, a session link will be emailed to the address you used. \n 
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/early-choices-matter-children-building-choice-making-skills/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Voices":MAILTO:info@fvofwi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260430T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260430T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T142754
CREATED:20260415T161915Z
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SUMMARY:How to ACTUALLY Value Lived Experience in Your Child Welfare Practice (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what adoptees and those in foster care truly need from us? Are we really taking the right steps? National Training Manager and former foster youth Jamole Callahan leads an engaging webinar to help caregivers and professionals ACTUALLY value lived experience and center it in our care for children and families. \nKey Outcomes\n\n\n\nLearn to differentiate between lived experience and lived expertise\nIdentify tokenism and establish genuine partnerships with lived experts\nCreate safe and respectful environments for adoptees and foster youth\nEmpower lived-expert leadership and peer support\, promoting shared power and continuous improvement\n\nJamole Callahan\nNational Training Manager and Former Foster Youth \nJamole Callahan brings a unique perspective as a former foster youth\, offering valuable insights on prioritizing lived experience in child welfare practice.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/how-to-actually-value-lived-experience-in-your-child-welfare-practice-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Families Rising":MAILTO:info@nacac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T142754
CREATED:20260410T171542Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Children's Long-Term Support Program
DESCRIPTION:An introduction for families of young children to the Children’s Long-Term Support program including steps to get the most out of CLTS. We discuss the screening process\, the role of Support and Service Coordinators\, and the experiences of families. \nSign Up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/htcAGQ_2RA6XF_gAg4VGcQ \nAfter you sign up you will get a confirmation email with information about joining this Zoom.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/introduction-to-the-childrens-long-term-support-program/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Voices":MAILTO:info@fvofwi.org
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260422T133000
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CREATED:20260203T215005Z
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SUMMARY:Live Webinar: Thinking About Supported Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:As children move toward adulthood\, families often wonder how to balance their growing independence with the guidance they still need. This webinar offers a clear overview of decision-making supports and other legal tools for soon-to-be adults in Wisconsin\, including alternatives to guardianship. This webinar will be especially helpful for families of youth ages 14 and older with disabilities\, as well as the educators and providers who support them. We look forward to exploring supported decision‑making with you and helping you build confidence as you and your child plan for their future. \nPresenter: Danielle Tolzmann is Executive Director of Family Voices of Wisconsin. A parent and grandparent of children with special health care needs\, she brings lived experience and professional expertise to empowering families navigating complex systems. She holds degrees in Community and Nonprofit Leadership\, Disability Rights and Services\, and Public Policy. \nWednesday\, April 22\, 2026 | 12:00-1:30 PM \nFree | Registration is limited to 500 participants. Register for the live webinar by clicking here! Licensed foster parents will receive 1.5 training credits for participation in this webinar. Each individual participant must register separately to receive credit. Questions? Call us at 1-800-762-8063 or email info@wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/live-webinar-thinking-about-supported-decision-making/
LOCATION:Wisconsin Family Connections Center Classroom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T173000
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SUMMARY:What's After High School? - Life in the Community
DESCRIPTION:A broad overview of the transition to adult life for youth with disabilities and special health care needs for families with children ages 14 – 21\, and the educators and providers who support them. Community living includes housing\, recreation and friendships. It’s what makes life enjoyable and it’s important to make sure that your community is a place your young adult wants to be. This is presented in partnership with Waukesha County Transition Advisory Council. \nSign Up: https://forms.office.com/r/g0VigYu7ak \nAfter you sign up\, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/whats-after-high-school-life-in-the-community/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Voices":MAILTO:info@fvofwi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T113000
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CREATED:20260402T174413Z
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UID:10002021-1775734200-1775737800@www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
SUMMARY:Get Started: Navigating Systems of Support
DESCRIPTION:This session guides you through the landscape of programs when your child has a disability or special health care needs. Learn about Medicaid\, Katie Beckett\, Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS)\, private insurance\, taking care of yourself and more. This is presented in partnership with Children’s Resource Center-West. \nSign Up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/6MVCBlcNSPmXAGZKHXP-6g  \nAfter you sign up\, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/get-started-navigating-systems-of-support/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Voices":MAILTO:info@fvofwi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T142754
CREATED:20260402T173917Z
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UID:10002020-1775647800-1775651400@www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
SUMMARY:Thinking About Supported Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:This session explains what families need to know about decision-making supports and other legal tools for soon-to-be adults in Wisconsin\, including alternatives to guardianship. This session is most helpful for families with children ages 14 and older with disabilities and the providers and educators who work with them. This session is presented in partnership with Think Ability Wisconsin. \nSign Up: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9q13LfUuQeazkmZfPY5aMQ \nAfter you sign up\, a session link will be emailed to the address you used.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/thinking-about-supported-decision-making-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Voices":MAILTO:info@fvofwi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T142754
CREATED:20260402T172959Z
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UID:10002019-1775498400-1775503800@www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
SUMMARY:What's After Highschool?
DESCRIPTION:A broad overview of the transition to adult life for youth with disabilities and special health care needs for families with children ages 14 – 21\, and the educators and providers who support them. Attendees will learn about the role of schools\, employment\, long-term support\, supported decision-making\, and other legal options\, and how youth can be fully engaged in their community. This session is hosted by Nurture Network of Southeast WI Families. \nSign Up: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Wy12WdmjRsOPxa99wpJ2Sg \nAfter you sign up you will get a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/whats-after-highschool/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Voices":MAILTO:info@fvofwi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T120000
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CREATED:20260205T180449Z
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SUMMARY:More Than One Identity: Resilience and Belonging for Black and LGBTQ+ Adopted People (Shania Ives)
DESCRIPTION:This talk explores the lived experiences of adopted people who navigate multiple marginalized identities\, focusing on Black and queer adopted people. It examines how intersecting identities shape mental well-being\, relationships\, and the sense of belonging\, and highlights the unique challenges and resilience of adopted people living at these intersections. Attendees will gain insight into how adoption professionals and parents can better understand\, support\, and advocate for adopted people whose identities exist at the crossroads of race\, sexuality\, and adoption.
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/more-than-one-identity-resilience-and-belonging-for-black-and-lgbtq-adopted-people-shania-ives/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T142754
CREATED:20260202T183116Z
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UID:10001871-1773921600-1773927000@www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
SUMMARY:Live Webinar - Two Spirit/ Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will learn about the meaning of “Two Spirit” and the rich and beautiful history of Two Spirit people. We will also learn about the impact of colonialism on Two-Spirit individuals\, as forced assimilation nearly erased the sacred and revered place they held in many Indigenous cultures. Lastly\, we will hear about the movement to revitalize the traditional and honored Two Spirit identity. \nPresenter Joseph Torrez (pronouns he/him) is an enrolled member of the Oneida tribe of Wisconsin on his mom’s side\, but also part Mexican and Pueblo on his dad’s. He is number 11 out of 13 children and was raised on the Oneida reservation\, but says he never really felt part of the community. He identifies as a proud Gay man and Two Spirit individual. He graduated in May of 2023 from UW-Green Bay with a double major in First Nation Studies and Business Administration. He has been studying Two Spirit culture and presenting on it for almost a decade. \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/live-webinar-two-spirit-past-and-present/
LOCATION:WEBINAR
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T142754
CREATED:20260220T194928Z
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UID:10001910-1772731800-1772737200@www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Behavior Intervention: What to do When a Child is in Crisis
DESCRIPTION:When a child experiences a behavioral crisis\, such as physical aggression\, self-harm\, property destruction\, or running away\, immediate intervention is crucial for their safety and the safety of others. This webinar will provide participants with a deep understanding of key crisis management strategies for foster and adopted children\, including de-escalation techniques\, risk assessment\, and the safe management of aggressive or self-harming behaviors. The speaker will emphasize the significance of a child’s trauma history\, guiding professionals and families in responding with compassion while ensuring immediate safety. \nThis FREE live webinar is sponsored by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption and will provide 1.5 CE credits for social workers. For social workers licensed in the state of New York\, it will provide 1.5 contact hours. \nFor more information on this webinar and continuing education credits please follow the links below. CE credits: https://adoption.talentlms.com/plus/catalog/courses/353 NY contact hours: https://adoption.talentlms.com/plus/catalog/courses/358 \nRegister
URL:https://www.wifamilyconnectionscenter.org/events/emergency-behavior-intervention-what-to-do-when-a-child-is-in-crisis/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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