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SUMMARY:Safety First: Planning for Immigrant Children\, Parents\, and Caregivers in Uncertain Times
DESCRIPTION:This workshop\, led by experts in immigration and child welfare law\, will cover the latest on the new administration’s policies on immigration\, their potential impacts on children and families\, practical guidance to advise your clients\, and proactive strategies that children and families can consider to keep themselves safe. \nPresenters:\nRachel Konrad\, JD\, is a Senior Director and Immigration Attorney with Casey Family Programs\, whose mission is to “provide and improve — and ultimately prevent the need for — foster care.” In her role as a strategic consultant\, she works with child welfare agencies and legal stakeholders to better address and stabilize the immigration needs of children and parents in child welfare. She provides education\, technical assistance\, and consultation on process development for programs to better support the needs of non-citizen families. Prior to joining Casey Family Programs\, Ms. Konrad managed an attorney team at a large immigration legal service provider. She also has extensive experience in direct representation of immigrant children and families\, including detained parents and unaccompanied children. She believes that safety and security are essential human rights and feels privileged to have assisted people as they navigate paths to stability and permanency in the United States. \nRandi Mandelbaum\, JD\, LLM – Associate Dean for Clinical Education (Newark)\, Director of the Child Advocacy Clinic\, Professor of Law\, and Annamay Sheppard Scholar – Rutgers Law School. Randi Mandelbaum has devoted her career to working with children and families.  As the founding director of the Child Advocacy Clinic\, she spearheads a unique clinical program\, which is aimed at comprehensively addressing the needs of low-income children and their families. The CAC provides representation to children in foster care\, undocumented immigrant children\, and low-income children with disabilities. \nCLE\nCalifornia (60-minute hour)  \nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 2 hours of General credit for live and on-demand participation. Attorneys must sign in for CLE.  \nColorado (50‐minute hour) – Live or self-study \nThis course is pending accreditation by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 2.4 units of General credit for live and on-demand participation. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Colorado is a self-report state.  \nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired. 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/safety-first-planning-for-immigrant-children-parents-and-caregivers-in-uncertain-times/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Virtual Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for NACC’s Virtual Child Welfare Law Career Fair! NACC supports a diverse community of child welfare practitioners and advocates\, and we hope you will join and help grow this vital field.  \nThe Virtual Career Fair is designed for law students to find internships at organizations and law offices practicing child welfare law. This event offers the opportunity to connect with law offices from across the country – right from your home or office! \nLaw Student/Attendee Sign Up \nEmployer Sign Up \n 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/virtual-career-fair/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event
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SUMMARY:Race Equity Virtual Training Series 2025
DESCRIPTION:NACC envisions a future where every child\, parent\, and family has equitable access to justice and culturally responsive legal representation. Through this series\, NACC seeks to advance children’s and parents’ rights\, support a diverse community of child welfare lawyers\, and advocate for equitable\, anti-racist solutions designed by people with lived experience. This series aims to: \n\n\nBridge progressive ideas around race and racism with practical skills and strategies for daily practice\, both in and outside of the courtroom.\n\n\n\nProvide actionable tips to identify and interrupt individual\, attorney\, judicial\, and systemic bias; practice through a culturally humble\, anti-racist lens; and improve outcomes for youth\, parents\, and families disproportionately affected by systemic involvement.\n\n\n\nPromote transparent\, solution-focused dialogue around race and racism in child welfare.\n\n\n\nModel authentic inclusion of experts with lived experience in race equity training and discussions.\n\nAll registration and participation lists will be kept confidential. \nApply for a Scholarship for the Race Equity Virtual Training Series.  \n\nAgenda\nThis training series will be six 1.5-hour sessions over three days. (View PDF agenda and presenter biographies.) \nWednesday\, February 26\n10:00 – 11:30am MT \nSkin DEEP: The History of Child Welfare by Race \nPresenters: \n\nShanelle Dupree\, JD – Racial Equity Collaborative\, Inc.\nAbby Fry – Racial Equity Collaborative\, Inc.\n\nThe Skin DEEP webinar is for leaders who care deeply about families. You spend your career trying to help families thrive. But you are dissatisfied and see missed connection opportunities\, a lack of trust with the clients you serve.  You also sense a general discomfort when discussing diversity within your organization. It also doesn’t help that states are passing confusing laws that make it feel like DEI is illegal. The Skin DEEP curriculum focuses on building cultural connection through shared history. This webinar challenges how we think about race and uses examples in history to connect to the current day work with families centering humanity and equity. Skin DEEP builds a foundation for people to develop “eyes to see” & “ears to hear” whether race equity is absent or present within organizations. \n1:00 – 2:30pm MT \nThe Bearer Remembers: Moral Injury in Child Welfare Professionals \nPresenters:  \n\nNesta Johnson\, JD (she/her) – National Center for Lesbian Rights\nShomari Ward\, JD (he/him) – Youth Represent\nBla Yang\, MSW (she/her) – Prairie Island Indian Community\n\nMoral injury is a form of trauma that arises when people must act in ways which violate their conscience or threaten their core values\, causing psychic distress\, dissonance\, and conflict. Similar to the trajectory of post-traumatic stress\, moral injury was first observed in military service members exposed to combat settings and has since been observed in many professions and contexts. In this interactive session\, panelists and attendees will explore moral injury in the “child welfare” context and how morally injurious experiences impact minority employee well-being and retention\, with a special focus on professionals of color and professionals with disabilities. Participants will leave equipped with strategies for preventing\, recognizing\, addressing\, and healing from moral injury. \n  \nThursday\, February 27\n10:00 – 11:30am MT \nSupporting Immigrant Youth & Families Engaged by the Child Welfare System \nPresenter: \n\nTiffany Haynes\, BS – Aiden Anthony LLC\n\nThis session explores practical tools and strategies for supporting immigrant youth and families involved in child welfare. Presenters will address implicit biases\, systemic barriers\, and the unique cultural and legal challenges these families face. By centering voices with lived experience\, this presentation will provide actionable insights and resources to help legal advocates\, judges\, and multidisciplinary professionals bridge cultural gaps\, enhance equitable representation\, and work toward anti-racist solutions that uplift immigrant communities. \n1:00 – 2:30pm MT \nBlack Girl Magic: Empowering Dual Status Youth in Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Systems \nPresenters: \n\nSherri Simmons-Horton\, MSW\, PhD\, AA – University of New Hampshire\, Department of Social Work\nKaren Kolivoski\, MSW\, PhD – Georgetown University – Center for Juvenile Justice Reform\n\nBlack dual status girls—those involved in both child welfare and juvenile justice systems—face unique challenges\, including compounded racial and gender discrimination. Many overcome these adversities\, using their voices to challenge stereotypes. This study presents a conceptual framework that integrates Critical Race Theory and Black feminism to highlight protective factors and point to systemic adversities. Interviews with 6 Black women\, currently ages 18–36\, reveal 3 key themes: 1) structural and gendered challenges; 2) resilience through resistance and critical awareness; and 3) empowerment\, celebrating their strength and voices. Amplifying their voices is essential for shaping policy reform\, improving support services\, and developing practical strategies to better address their needs. \nFriday\, February 28\n10:00 – 11:30am MT \nRace Intelligence™ (RQ)-A Coaching Framework for Brave Conversations about Race \nPresenters: \n\nJess Sucherman\, JD – Colorado Court Improvement Program\nTara Doxtater – Office of Respondent Parents’ Counsel and Hornbuckle Foundation\nMichelle Davis\, LPC – Kempe Center\, University of Colorado Anschutz\n\nCoaching has become a transformative tool for personal and professional growth. It works by revealing\, challenging\, and disrupting mindsets that don’t align with who we want to be. RQ-Race Intelligence Coaching™ is an innovative program that delves deeply into our social conditioning around our relationship with race\, helping individuals become more aware\, and enabling conscious choice to disrupt these patterns. This session will introduce RQ-Race Intelligence™ coaching\, a program designed to guide compassionate\, challenging\, and disruptive conversations that restore us and our relationships within a racialized world and demonstrate how the Colorado Court Improvement Program is using this program to move these conversations forward and challenge racism in child welfare. 1:00 – 2:30pm MT \nDismantling the Master’s House: Resisting with Bravery to Build Anti-Racist Culture \nPresenters: \n\nCorey Best – Mining for Gold\nSarah Katz\, JD – Temple University Beasley School of Law\n\nAudre Lorde famously wrote “For the master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house.” But what are the master’s tools in the child welfare system? Is it possible to engage in antiracist advocacy within a structurally racist system? How do we resist enacting and perpetrating racism and build anti-racist culture? No matter our beliefs or experience\, white supremacist ideology is always the background condition\, embedded in each of us\, just as it is embedded in the function and practice of the child welfare system. In solidarity\, Corey Best\, a Black father with an advantaged analysis of the harms of the child welfare system\, and Sarah Katz\, a white lawyer\, experienced in representing parents in and around the system\, will excavate and engage participants in answering these questions. \n  \nCLE Information \nGENERAL NOTES \n\nThis series has been accredited for CLE in California and Colorado. Keep track of which sessions you attended live and which sessions you viewed on-demand throughout the series. Complete one attendance form for all your live sessions and another for all your on-demand sessions after the series ends. Don’t sign in after each individual session – sign in once after you finish all live sessions (if any) and once after you finish all on-demand sessions (if any). Certificates of attendance will be available in the Course Materials folder after the series ends. Attorneys in the jurisdictions below must sign in for CLE after completion of the live course and/or on-demand viewing as applicable. Most states have a sponsor CLE reporting deadline of 30 days from course conclusion\, so sign in as soon as you complete the course. We may not be able to report your credits if you sign in too near or beyond that deadline.\n\nCalifornia (60-Minute Hour) \n\nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 9 hours of Elimination of Bias credit for live and on-demand participation.\n\nColorado (50-Minute Hour) \n\nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 10.8 units of Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion credit for live and on-demand participation. Colorado is a self-report state.\n\nAll Other Jurisdictions \n\nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired. Attendees are welcome to fill out the attendance form for personal recordkeeping – you will receive a copy of your attendance form via email after submission – but NACC will not report CLE credits on your behalf and you will need to independently seek accreditation.\n\nCLE Questions? Email CLE@NACCchildlaw.org
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/race-equity-virtual-training-series-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:Bergstrom Fellowship Panel
DESCRIPTION:Calling all law students! NACC is hosting a virtual panel on the Bergstrom Fellowship. If you are interested in child welfare law or legal issues surrounding the foster care system\, come hear from Clinical Professor of Law Vivek Sankaran and two former fellows to learn if this program is a good fit for you. Free\, but please sign up ahead of time. \nPresenters: \nVivek Sankaran\, Clinical Professor\, University of Michigan Law School \nLiza Garrity\, former fellow \nBrionna Crawford\, former fellow \nSign up for this panel via Zoom.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/bergstrom-fellowship-panel/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250123T113000
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SUMMARY:Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth through the Federal Designated Placements Rule
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ youth make up about 7-9% of the overall population\, but over 30% of youth in foster care\, the majority of whom are children of color. Many LGBTQ+ foster youth experience verbal harassment or physical violence on account of their identity and expression when they enter the foster care system. Studies\, reports\, and years of anecdotal evidence show LGBTQ+ youth often have multiple placements\, are disproportionally placed in congregate care\, and have higher rates of justice involvement and experience with homelessness compared to their non-LGBTQ+ peers. \nLGBTQ+ youth deserve and have the right to placements and services that support them\, and the system has an obligation to protect and promote their safety\, permanency\, and well-being by ensuring agencies\, providers\, and resource families support youth’s religious backgrounds\, race\, ethnicity\, ability\, gender identity\, and sexual orientation. In April 2024\, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\, Administration for Children & Families (ACF) issued the Designated Placement Requirements Under Titles IV-E and IV-B for LGBTQI+ Children. The rule (in effect July 1\, 2024)\, requires that agencies implement the rule by October 1\, 2026. The rule is a significant step forward in ensuring that LGBTQ+ youth do not face further harm while in the foster system. \nThis webinar will discuss the ins and outs of the rule and how attorneys can use it as a tool to advocate and support LGBTQ+ foster youth clients. \nPresenters:\nCurrey Cook\, JD – Senior Counsel and Director of the Youth in Out-of-Home Care Project\, Lambda Legal \nCurrey Cook (he/him) is Senior Counsel and Director of the Youth in Out-of-Home Care Project at Lambda Legal\, where he advocates on behalf of LGBTQ+ youth in child welfare\, juvenile justice settings\, and experiencing homelessness. He works at the state and federal level and achieves systemic improvement through a mix of litigation\, proactive law and policy development\, and training for professionals\, including child advocates\, working with youth in out-of-home care and receiving government-funded services. Prior to his work at Lambda\, Cook was an attorney with the Office of Public Advocacy (OPA) for twelve years in Anchorage\, Alaska. He is a member of the board of directors for the National Association of Counsel for Children and a member of the American Bar Association’s Children’s Rights Litigation Committee. Cook graduated from the University of Georgia with a journalism degree and attended law school at Mercer University in Macon\, Georgia. \nLuna Floyd\, JD – Equal Justice Works Fellow\, Lambda Legal \nLuna (they/them/theirs) is an Equal Justice Works fellow at Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund\, where they work to protect the rights of youth in foster care by litigating challenges to state bans on gender-affirming care for minors\, providing technical assistance for attorneys serving transgender foster youth in states with transphobic laws\, and proactively advocating for state child welfare policies establishing access to gender-affirming care for foster youth. Luna’s project was inspired by their experiences of poverty and queerness growing up in the Deep South\, leading them to focus on advocacy for vulnerable LGBTQ+ youth. \nDanny King\, JD – Senior Youth Policy Counsel\, National Center for Lesbian Rights \nDanielle (Danny) King is the Senior Youth Policy Counsel at the National Center for Lesbian Rights (NCLR)\, where they practice through an intersectional lens to advance the wellbeing of LGBTQ youth through community education\, collaboration with coalitions\, and public policy advocacy\, particularly for LGBTQ youth impacted by the Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Systems. Danny joined NCLR in 2021 as a Gender Equality Attorney where they engaged in legal research and training\, assisted in amicus brief support\, and tracked nationwide litigation related to sex discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation. Prior to joining NCLR\, Danny was a Staff Attorney at the Legal Aid Society in Queens County. Danny also served as an Attorney for the Child in the Juvenile Rights Practice. Danny attained a JD from Seton Hall University School of Law\, an MA in Urban Affairs from CUNY-Queens College\, and a BA from Michigan State University.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/supporting-lgbtq-youth-through-the-federal-designated-placements-rule/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Your Case\, Your Rights
DESCRIPTION:Presented by child welfare professionals with lived experience as former foster youth\, this webinar will explore Your Case\, Your Rights tools\, a package of guidance and resources to help young people in the child welfare system learn AND exercise their rights across a wide variety of domains and scenarios – including cultural and heritage resources\, housing\, behavioral health\, visitation\, basic needs\, and more. These evolving resources were developed by youth and child welfare professionals for use by youth and child welfare professionals independently or collaboratively. Attendees will engage in discussion\, live interaction with the tools\, and calls to action. Participants will take away immediately applicable tools and a model of lived-experience-led data collection and tool creation and distribution. \n  \nPresenters:\nGina Cabiddu\, MSW – Lived Experience Expert\, National Advisory Council on Children’s Legal Representation \nGina Cabiddu\, MSW\, is a former foster youth\, adoptee\, and social worker with 10+ years of service. Her work has spanned child protective services investigations\, private nonprofit regional leadership\, consultation services through her own LLC\, successful statewide expansion of a model that has reduced youth boarding in emergency departments due to mental health needs\, and working in Washington D.C. with Congress to develop policies\, practices\, and legislation regarding child welfare on the national scale. She serves as a current NACCLR member and Your Case\, Your Rights Project Manager. \nParker\, MSW – Lived Experience Expert\, National Advisory Council on Children’s Legal Representation \nParker\, a dedicated professional in the field of social work\, holds an MSW from the University of Michigan. With a passion for transformative change\, ze has found zir calling as a consultant with the University of California\, Davis. In this role\, Parker actively develops and facilitates training programs for various stakeholders\, including counties\, social workers\, foster parents\, and youth on a wide range of topics like Sexual Orientation\, Gender Identity\, and Expression\, wrap-around services\, extended foster care\, and more. With over a decade of experience working with system-impacted individuals\, Parker has made a significant impact through zir efforts in policy\, advocacy\, and training. Zir unwavering dedication to social justice and equitable change has made Parker an invaluable asset to the communities ze serves.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/your-case-your-rights/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241211T113000
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SUMMARY:Congregate Care\, Collective Trauma
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will cover high-level policy information and descriptions of the newly passed ABA Resolution 605 aimed at challenging Troubled Teen Industry/Congregate Care placements\, while delivering real-world trial skills and practice tips from dependency attorneys and lived experience experts. Learners will gain a better understanding of the policies that drive children into congregate care\, the harms of such placements\, and how attorneys for youth can advocate on behalf of our most vulnerable children. Attendees will also see how congregate care placements perpetuate the institutionalization of people of color in the child welfare-to-prison pipeline and further exacerbate generational trauma of historically excluded populations. \nPresenters:\nChelsea Maldonado \nChelsea Maldonado is a survivor of the “troubled teen industry” and accomplished lived experience advocate working to eliminate Institutional child abuse and neglect in youth residential programs. Chelsea currently works as a consultant for Paris Hilton’s nonprofit\, 11:11 Media Impact\, as well as the Lead Researcher for the podcast Trapped in Treatment. Chelsea has been writing and researching abuse in residential programs for youth for over 15+ years. She currently lives in Atlanta\, Georgia. \nKayla Muzquiz \nKayla Muzquiz is a survivor of the “troubled teen industry.” Born in Brownsville\, Texas\, foster alumni and current college student that has defied common statistical outcomes; as they join the lesson 3% of foster youth that obtain a college degree with an associates of science in psychology. They are one of Bexar county’s precinct coordinators to encourage voting in their local area.They decided to become a professional student. One that is focused on getting degrees correlated with advocacy\, to further foster youth justice initiatives. They have advocated on both the federal and local levels of government to improve these demographics\, and their access to education in our country. All with the help of our 11:11 media organization as well as Paris Hilton herself. They currently live in San Antonio\, Texas. \nAmanda Simmons \nAmanda Simmons is a compassionate and highly effective lawyer\, specializing in children’s rights and special education law. As the founder of Ambika Law PC\, she provides comprehensive legal services for families with special needs children. Her expertise includes advocacy at IEP meetings\, representation in due process hearings\, and addressing school injury cases. Amanda’s leadership extends to her roles as an ABA Presidential Fellow\, and as a member of the executive boards of the Utah State Bar Young Lawyers Division and the Los Angeles County Bar Association New Barristers Division. She is also a prominent public speaker\, featured in national conferences and webinars on juvenile justice and institutional child abuse. \nAnnette Smith \nAnnette Smith is a family defender in Oregon appointed to represent children and parents in child welfare proceedings.  For more than a decade\, Annette has advocated for the safety of children in the custody of the state\, including those forced into congregate care settings. Annette is a national advocate against institutional child abuse and promotes State and Federal legislation aimed at bringing accountability to the troubled teen industry.  She also teaches Children and the Law at the University of Oregon.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/congregate-care-collective-trauma/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241204T133000
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SUMMARY:How We Established a Statewide Children’s Law Office
DESCRIPTION:Expert panelists from Arkansas\, Colorado\, New Mexico\, and Oklahoma will share the various steps each state took to establish a statewide children’s law office- the premiere means of delivering high-quality legal services.  Discussion will include how and why the organizational models were selected\, staffing options\, how high-quality legal representation is ensured\, and the legislative enactments\, appropriations\, and funding sources necessary to launch and maintain the centralized law offices.  Panelists will also inform attendees on challenges faced and pitfalls to avoid in pursuit of centralized legal services. \nPanelists:\nJanet Bledsoe – Arkansas\n\nAshley Chase – Colorado\n\nLeslie Jones – New Mexico\n\nGwendolyn Clegg – Oklahoma\n\nModerator:\nNatalece Washington\, NACC
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/how-we-established-a-statewide-childrens-law-office/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241115T120000
DTSTAMP:20241105T205343Z
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SUMMARY:Fellowship Panel
DESCRIPTION:NACC is hosting a virtual panel with three current child welfare law fellows! This is the perfect opportunity for law students to listen to these panelist chat about their fellowship application process and experience. \nThe panelists are: \nAlisa Hoban for Stanford Law Deane F. Johnson Fellow at Juvenile Law Center \nDana Matsunami for Skadden at National Center for Youth Law \nHannah Stommel for Zubrow Fellowship at Juvenile Law Center \nThis panel is free to attend via Zoom. We hope all future lawyers will take this opportunity to consider a fellowship in child welfare law! \n\n\nIf you have questions\, contact: Kennedy.McGhee@NACCchildlaw.org \n\n\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82099313163?pwd=1FPTRB4dijZJ77ad6ca5xbaxKWZMlK.1\n\nMeeting ID: 820 9931 3163\nPasscode: 372799
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/fellowship-panel/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241115T113000
DTSTAMP:20241112T145303Z
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SUMMARY:Resilience Through Compassion: Navigating Setbacks with Deep Listening and Humility
DESCRIPTION:In this final session of the Compassion Series\, join a panel of experts as they discuss strategies for overcoming setbacks in the fight for justice within child welfare. Learn how deep listening\, humility\, and embracing diverse perspectives can help legal professionals maintain resilience and compassion in their work. \nPresenters:\nVivek Sankaran\, Clinical Professor of Law\, University of Michigan Law School \nKathleen Creamer\, Managing Attorney of the Family Advocacy Unit\, Community Legal Services \nMatt Anderson\, Co-Founder\, Imagination Factory \nCLE\nCalifornia (60-minute hour)  \nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 1.5 hours of General credit. Live and on-demand viewing are both participatory activities since NACC confirms duration of attendance. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Credits will be reported within 60 days of participation.   \nColorado (50‐minute hour)  \nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 1.8 units of General credit. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Colorado is a self-report state.  \nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired.  \nDetailed Flyer.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/resilience-through-compassion-navigating-setbacks-with-deep-listening-and-humility/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T163303Z
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SUMMARY:High-Quality Legal Representation in Cases Involving Infants and Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:NACC is pleased to announce our new and expanded Infants & Toddlers series. This comprehensive four-session series is tailored for attorneys for the agency\, children\, or parents\, as well as judges and social workers in infant and toddler cases. \nDive deep into the nuances of providing high-quality legal representation in cases involving our youngest and most vulnerable clients. From compassionate advocacy and understanding the unique harms faced by infants and toddlers to navigating the removal decision and fostering collaboration for families\, each session is designed to equip you with the specialized knowledge and skills needed to effectively advocate for these young individuals. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your practice and make a meaningful impact in the lives of infants and toddlers. Register now to secure your spot in this essential series. All registrants also receive electronic access to last year’s recordings and materials from the High-Quality Legal Representation for Infants and Toddlers Training Series. \nHigh-Quality Legal Representation in Cases Involving Infants and Toddlers\nSession One: Compassionate Advocacy in Infant & Toddler Cases \nOctober 30\, 1:30-3:00pm MT \n\nThe Importance of Cultural Humility for Attorneys in Infant & Toddler Cases\nTrauma-Informed Representation\nEngaging w/ infants and toddlers\nPersonal/Peer Care and Compassion for Attorneys in Infant & Toddler Cases\n\nSession Two: Understanding the Harm in Infant and Toddler Cases \nNovember 6\, 1:30-3:00pm MT \n\nDevelopmental Considerations in Cases of Suspected Maltreatment: Physical Injury\, Sexual Abuse\, Medical\nPoverty vs Neglect in Cases Involving Infants and Toddlers\nIntimate Partner Violence in Homes with Infants amd Toddlers\nInfant and Toddler Substance Exposure Cases\nExpert Witnesses in Infant and Toddler Cases\n\nSession Three: Advocacy Around the Removal Decision \nNovember 13\, 1:30-3:00pm MT \n\nTrauma of Removal: Child\, Parents\, Sibling Kin\nEarly Advocacy\nReasonable Efforts Advocacy\nBonding/Attachment Considerations with Birth Family\n\nSession Four: Collaboration for Families with Infants and Toddlers \nNovember 20\, 1:30-3:00pm MT \n\nCase Plan Advocacy\nPlacement Advocacy\nFamily Time Advocacy\nWell-Being Advocacy\nCollaboration with Resource Families\nFamily Treatment Court Models\n\nCLE\nCalifornia (60-minute hour)\nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 6 hours of general credit for live and on-demand participation. \nColorado (50-minute hour)\nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 7.2 units of general credit for live and on-demand participation. Colorado is a self-report state. \nMississippi (60-minute hour)\nThis course or a portion thereof is pending approval by the Mississippi Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 6 hours of credit for live and on-demand participation. \nOhio (60-minute hour)\nThis program is approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 6 hours of CLE credit for live and on-demand participation through 12/31/2024. \nAttorneys in the jurisdictions above must sign in for CLE after completion of the live course and/or on-demand viewing as applicable. Most states have a sponsor CLE reporting deadline of 30 days from course conclusion\, so sign in as soon as you complete the course. We may not be able to report your credits if you sign in too near or beyond that deadline. \nAll Other Jurisdictions\nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired. Attendees are welcome to fill out the attendance form for personal recordkeeping – you will receive a copy of your attendance form via email after submission – but NACC will not report CLE credits on your behalf and you will need to independently seek accreditation. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/high-quality-legal-representation-in-cases-involving-infants-and-toddlers/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241025T153000
DTSTAMP:20240926T183312Z
CREATED:20240911T161028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T183312Z
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SUMMARY:Court Reform Efforts for Child Welfare Involved Families: The Case Management Model
DESCRIPTION:Involvement in the child welfare system drastically changes the trajectory of a family’s life. In a system with thousands of families\, traditionally designed courtrooms leave less time for families to express their needs and feel like each member of the courtroom is invested in their wellbeing. In a Case Management Model courtroom\, time is permitted for the family’s voice. Child welfare stakeholders in every jurisdiction must understand the importance of families having meaningful access to resources to help them reunify; the capabilities and limitations of courtroom advocates representing the county\, parents\, and/or children; and what tools are available to help families reunify and avoid further dependency system intervention. This presentation features Los Angeles County’s “Case Management Model” and its impact from the perspective of one of the attorneys and one of the investigators working in it together \nPresenters:\nRosario Reyes\, Children’s Law Center of California  \nChristina Bazak\, Children’s Law Center of California  \nCLE\nCalifornia (60-minute hour)  \nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 1.5 hours of General credit. Live and on-demand viewing are both participatory activities since NACC confirms duration of attendance. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Credits will be reported within 60 days of participation.   \nColorado (50‐minute hour)  \nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 1.8 units of General credit. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Colorado is a self-report state.  \nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired.  \nPrintable Flyer.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/court-reform-efforts-for-child-welfare-involved-families-the-case-management-model/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTSTAMP:20241014T200304Z
CREATED:20240124T163735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T200304Z
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SUMMARY:Online Red Book Training Course - Fall 2024
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, 5:00-6:30pm ET. \nThe Red Book Training Course is an exciting opportunity for practitioners to brush up on their knowledge of federal child welfare law and learn tips to enhance their representation of children\, parents\, or the agency. NACC’s signature Red Book Training Course covers major dependency practice competency areas and is designed to assist you in preparing for the Child Welfare Law Specialist examination. The 2024 course will include material based on the Fourth Edition of Child Welfare Law and Practice: Representing Children\, Parents\, and Agencies in Neglect\, Abuse\, and Dependency Cases. During weekly webinars\, the presenter will assist participants in breaking the material down\, focusing on important concepts\, and learning CWLS exam-taking strategies. This course will not cover every part of every chapter. The instructor has made intentional decisions about what information to cover in the time that is allotted for the course. If part of a chapter is not covered\, that does not mean that content will not appear on the exam. Therefore\, you should incorporate any parts that are not covered into your self-study plans.  \nThe registration fee is $225 per person for groups and NACC members ($125 for CWLS; $300 for nonmembers) and includes access to live sessions\, recordings\, the electronic Red Book\, and the RBTC workbook. Email Training@NACCchildlaw.org for group registration. All sessions will be recorded and available for later viewing at the attendee’s convenience.   Hardcopies of the Red Book are available for purchase. A hardcopy Red Book is included in the Child Welfare Law Specialist application fee. \nRed Book Training Course 2024 Syllabus \nBecome a Member of NACC for discount pricing.  \nCLE\nCalifornia (60-minute hour)\nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 12 hours of general credit for live and on-demand participation. \nColorado (50-minute hour)\nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 14 units of general credit for live and on-demand participation. Colorado is a self-report state. \nMississippi (60-minute hour)\nThis course or a portion thereof is pending approval by the Mississippi Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 12 hours of credit for live participation only. Mississippi has a maximum distance learning cap of 6 hours per year. \nOhio (60-minute hour)\nThis program is approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 12 hours of CLE credit for live and on-demand participation through 12/31/2024. \nPennsylvania (60-minute hour)\nThis course is approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board for a maximum of 12 hours of general credit for live participation only. \nAttorneys in the jurisdictions above must sign in for CLE after completion of the live course and/or on- demand viewing as applicable. Most states have a sponsor CLE reporting deadline of 30 days from course conclusion\, so sign in as soon as you complete the course. We may not be able to report your credits if you sign in too near or beyond that deadline. \nAll Other Jurisdictions\nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired. Attendees are welcome to fill out the attendance form for personal recordkeeping – you will receive a copy of your attendance form via email after submission – but NACC will not report CLE credits on your behalf and you will need to independently seek accreditation.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/online-red-book-training-course-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Foundations Training,Trainings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240914
DTSTAMP:20240911T135934Z
CREATED:20240201T120138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T135934Z
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SUMMARY:47th National Child Welfare Law Conference - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Working Together\, Working Differently: Justice\, Compassion\, and New Tools for Modern Advocacy\nVirtual/Online\nLegal advocacy for children\, youth\, parents\, and kin is a specialized area of law which demands ongoing interdisciplinary training\, education\, and skill-building. NACC’s annual National Child Welfare Law Conference is designed to meet these demands. Our conference is a premier continuing legal education and community-building event for practitioners and policy advocates in child welfare\, juvenile justice\, and family law. \n \nMore than 46 years of experience has gone into producing this annual training and networking experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to come together with your fellow advocates to learn\, to network\, and be inspired to take your advocacy to the next level. Join the national community of multidisciplinary advocates working to improve systems serving children\, youth\, parents\, and kin. \n \nOver several days\, leading experts from the fields of law\, medicine\, mental health\, immigration\, social work\, education\, and more will expand your understanding of child welfare law\, explore its intersection with other fields\, and provide practical tools to help further your practice and achieve the best possible outcomes for children\, youth\, parents\, and kin. Whether you are a new attorney or an advanced practitioner\, this informative and engaging program will advance your practice.\n \nIf you have a group of five or more\, please contact: ConferenceGroups@NACCchildlaw.org \n\n\n\nVirtual/Online Conference    \nThru August 31 \nStarting September 1\n\n\nNon-member\n$500\n$600\n\n\nNACC Member\n$300\n$400\n\n\nCWLS\n$275\n$275\n\n\n\n  \nJoin NACC for Member Pricing.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRefund Policy. 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/47th-national-child-welfare-law-conference-virtual-online/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240813T220000
DTSTAMP:20241031T183124Z
CREATED:20240430T151419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T183124Z
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SUMMARY:90s Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Another year\, another decade! Step into a time machine and journey back to the iconic 90s at our themed dance party! Get ready to move to the best beats of the 90s\, while dressed in your raddest 90s attire. From flannel shirts and ripped jeans to scrunchies and bucket hats\, channel your inner 90s fashionista or grunge rocker for our costume contest. Join us for a night filled with nostalgia\, epic tunes\, and prizes that’ll make you feel like it’s 1999 all over again!
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/90s-dance-party/
LOCATION:The Exchange\, Exchange Place\, Salt Lake City\, Utah\, 84111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240812T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240812T134500
DTSTAMP:20241031T183320Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Alignment on Family: System Change\, Racial Justice\, Consent Decree Exit\, and a Culture of Safely Preserving Families \nPresenters \nCommissioner Jodi Hill-Lilly\, MSW – Connecticut Department of Children and Families\nIra Lustbader\, JD – Children’s Rights \nJoshua Michtom\, JD –  Office of the Chief Public Defender\, State of Connecticut \n  \nThis NACC staff-moderated discussion will explore system changes over the past six years at the Connecticut Department of Children and Families that drove measurable results in family preservation and support\, a shrinking foster system\, a durable commitment to racial justice and the exit of a decades-long federal consent decree. Panelists include the current Commissioner of DCF\, the Lead Attorney for Plaintiffs in the now closed Juan F. litigation\, and a Parent Attorney whose clients are seeing the impact of these changes. Topics include practice and cultural changes that shrank the foster system\, reduced congregate care\, and increased reunification and kinship support; how DCF built a unique agency-wide racial justice program; lessons learned in impact litigation to change child and family serving systems; and the road ahead.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/2024-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City\, 170 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240815
DTSTAMP:20240806T143420Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T143420Z
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SUMMARY:47th National Child Welfare Law Conference - Onsite/Dual
DESCRIPTION:Working Together\, Working Differently: Justice\, Compassion\, and New Tools for Modern Advocacy\nDual Registration – Onsite in Salt Lake City and Online\nLegal advocacy for children\, youth\, parents\, and kin is a specialized area of law which demands ongoing interdisciplinary training\, education\, and skill-building. NACC’s annual National Child Welfare Law Conference is designed to meet these demands. Our conference is a premier continuing legal education and community-building event for practitioners and policy advocates in child welfare\, juvenile justice\, and family law. \nMore than 46 years of experience has gone into producing this annual training and networking experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to come together with your fellow advocates to learn\, to network\, and be inspired to take your advocacy to the next level. Join the national community of multidisciplinary advocates working to improve systems serving children\, youth\, parents\, and kin. \nOver several days\, leading experts from the fields of law\, medicine\, mental health\, immigration\, social work\, education\, and more will expand your understanding of child welfare law\, explore its intersection with other fields\, and provide practical tools to help further your practice and achieve the best possible outcomes for children\, youth\, parents\, and kin. Whether you are a new attorney or an advanced practitioner\, this informative and engaging program will advance your practice. \nRegistration for this onsite conference in Salt Lake City also includes access to NACC’s Virtual Conference\, to be held online September 11-13. \nIf you have a group of five or more\, please contact: ConferenceGroups@NACCchildlaw.org \n\n\n\nDual/Onsite Conference    \n\n\n\n\nNon-member\n$775\n\n\n\nNACC Member\n$575\n\n\n\nCWLS\n$450\n\n\n\n\n  \nJoin NACC for Discount Pricing. \nRefund policy
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/47th-national-child-welfare-law-conference/
LOCATION:Dual – Online / Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City\, 170 South West Temple\,  Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T203000
DTSTAMP:20241031T183627Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T183627Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Compassion and Connection through Nature
DESCRIPTION:Craving some time outside to breathe in the fresh mountain air and connect to nature? Research shows that being in nature has many positive benefits\, including reduced stress and cortisol levels\, increased feelings of calmness\, increase in empathy and compassion\, enhanced learning and concentration\, and improved creativity\, problem-solving and overall well-being. \nJoin us for an evening of light hiking (one hour) in nature and connection with fellow colleagues. Two hiking trail options are available for you to choose from: one is more intense with a higher elevation gain for experienced hikers and the other is more level for beginners or those looking for a more laid-back experience. \nA box dinner and beverage will be provided. This is a free\, limited-capacity event sponsored by Casey Family Programs. \nGroup Leaders:\nSheri Freemont\, NACC Board Member\nSheldon Spotted Elk\, Senior Director\, Casey Family Programs\nRob Wyman\, Senior Director\, Casey Family Programs\nBrooke Silverthorn\, Senior Director\, Casey Family Programs\nRachel Konrad\, Director\, Casey Family Programs\nAllison Green\, Legal Director\, NACC\nVivek Sankaran\, Clinical Professor\, University of Michigan Law School
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/exploring-compassion-and-connection-through-nature/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T180000
DTSTAMP:20241031T183900Z
CREATED:20240201T160010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T183900Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Career Fair - Employer Registration
DESCRIPTION:Join NACC’s 2nd annual Child Welfare Law Career Fair! The Career Fair promotes positions in child welfare law offices and agencies for law students\, recent grads\, and persons with lived experience in foster care. Additionally\, the Career Fair offers the opportunity to network with NACC members and law office leaders across the country. This event is majority table-talk with the opportunity for all participants/employers to schedule their own interviews.  \nSunday\, August 11\, 2024\n4:00PM – 6:00PM\nHyatt Regency\nSalt Lake City\, UT  \nEmployer Registration – Regular: $50 per booth\nEmployer Registration – Late (starting July 1): $75 per booth  \nOnly one ticket is needed per booth. Each booth may have up to three booth personnel.   \nThe final deadline for employers to register for the Career Fair is July 31\, 2024.  \nPrior to the career fair\, NACC will provide your booth personnel a list of students/prospective candidates who have registered for the career fair. Networking\, resume-swapping\, and scheduling interviews will occur during the Sunday 4:00PM – 6:00PM open house.    \nTo participate in the career fair as an employer\, please purchase a ticket and complete the form to reserve a table. We will ask for information including: What positions you are recruiting for (roles may include investigator\, peer advocate\, social worker\, attorney\, fellow\, interns) as well as any links to online job posts; what state the position is located; and if the position is remote\, hybrid\, etc. \nIncluded in your Career Fair reservation is a 6-foot table with a tablecloth and two chairs. As we get closer to the event\, you will receive an email with all the information you will need to be prepared including travel information\, a roster of registered attendees and their contact information\, and on-site instructions. Organizations who wish to schedule interviews in advance of the event will be responsible for scheduling their own interviews with candidates\, collecting resumes\, etc.  \nThe Hotel\n \nWe are pleased to have our Career Fair at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City.\n170 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, Utah\, United States\, 84101 \n\nHOTEL DETAILS AND BOOK ROOM\n\n$199/night for single or double\nConference rate valid 8/9 – 8/14\, come early or stay after and enjoy Utah! \nTransportation from Airport to Hotel\nThe Airport to TRAX station is located on the ground level outside the terminal on the east side. Passengers should exit door 1A and go east. One-way fare for the train is $2.50. Take the train (Green Line) to Gallivan Plaza Station – the Hyatt Regency is one block away! \nFlights\nFly to Salt Lake City on Delta Airlines and get a small discount when you use the meeting event code NY39G. \n\n  \nThe NACC Career Fair is a pre-conference event. We also invite you to join us at NACC’s 47th National Child Welfare Law Conference from August 12-14. You must purchase a dual conference registration to attend the NACC conference from August 12-14.  Interviews and networking can continue during exhibiting hours throughout the conference August 12-14\, Monday through Wednesday\, for individuals who are registered for the full conference.   \nQuestions? Contact: Membership@NACCchildlaw.org.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/2024-career-fair-employer-registration/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City\, 170 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T180000
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SUMMARY:2024 Career Fair - Attendee Registration
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin NACC’s 2nd annual Child Welfare Law Career Fair! The Career Fair promotes positions in child welfare law offices and agencies for law students\, recent grads\, new attorneys\, and persons with lived experience in foster care. Additionally\, the Career Fair offers the opportunity to network with NACC members and law office leaders from across the country. \nSunday\, August 11\, 2024\n4:00PM – 6:00PM MST\nHyatt Regency\nSalt Lake City\, UT  \nCareer Fair Attendee Registration: Free  \nPrior to the career fair\, NACC will provide students/prospective candidates a list of participating employers and positions. Networking\, resume-swapping\, and scheduling interviews will occur during the Sunday 4:00PM – 6:00PM Career Fair.    \nTo participate in the career fair\, please reserve a free ticket and complete the registration form. Students/prospective candidates will be responsible for providing their resumes onsite to employers and scheduling interviews. As we get closer to the event\, you will receive an email with all the information you will need to be prepared including travel information\, a roster of open positions and organizations\, and on-site instructions.  Participants are welcome to contact applicants or employers before the event\, or simply introduce themselves at the Career Fair.\n \nEmployers from across the country will be there\, including: \n\nAcacia Center for Justice\nChatham County Child Advocate Office\nChildren’s Advocacy Group\, Inc.\nChildren’s Law Center of California\nCommittee for Public Counsel Services – Children and Family Law Division\nDependency Legal Services\nFoster Care Advocacy Center\nKIND\nLegal Aid Center of Southern Nevada\nLegal Counsel for Youth and Children\nLos Angeles Dependency Lawyers\, Inc.\nNew Mexico Children\, Youth\, and Families Department\nWashington State Office of Civil Legal Aid\nWith Lived Experience\n…and more!\n\nThe Hotel\n \nWe are pleased to have our Career Fair at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City.\n170 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, Utah\, United States\, 84101 \n\nHOTEL DETAILS AND BOOK ROOM\n\n$199/night for single or double\nConference rate valid 8/9 – 8/14\, come early or stay after and enjoy Utah! \nTransportation from Airport to Hotel\nThe Airport to TRAX station is located on the ground level outside the terminal on the east side. Passengers should exit door 1A and go east. One-way fare for the train is $2.50. Take the train (Green Line) to Gallivan Plaza Station – the Hyatt Regency is one block away! \nFlights\nFly to Salt Lake City on Delta Airlines and get a small discount when you use the meeting event code NY39G. \n\n\n  \nThe NACC Career Fair is a pre-conference event. We also invite you to join us at NACC’s 47th National Child Welfare Law Conference from August 12 – 14. You must purchase a Dual Conference Registration to attend the NACC Conference from August 12-14.  Career Fair employer tables will remain open for interviews and networking throughout the conference Monday through Wednesday for persons who are also registered for the dual conference.  \nQuestions? Contact Membership@NACCchildlaw.org
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/2024-career-fair-attendee-registration/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City\, 170 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T160000
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SUMMARY:2024 Children's Law Office Convening
DESCRIPTION:NACC’s Children’s Law Office Convening provides specialized training for the leaders and managers of nonprofit children’s law offices\, government agencies\, and private firms providing children’s legal representation. The training will include NACC’s newly released Children’s Law Office Guidebook\, Second edition\, and offer opportunities for senior leaders and emerging leaders to learn best practices in organizational representation of children and youth. Box lunch included. \n\n\n\nPre-Conference Law Office Convening\n\n\n\n\nNon-member\n$150\n\n\n\nNACC Member\n$100\n\n\n\n  \nJoin NACC for the member discount! \nRefund Policy.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/2024-childrens-law-office-convening/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City\, 170 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240811T163000
DTSTAMP:20241031T184500Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Preconference Red Book Training
DESCRIPTION:The Red Book Training is NACC’s signature training\, designed to provide a comprehensive overview of child welfare law and practice as well as to assist attorneys in preparing for the Child Welfare Law Specialist certification exam. This one-day\, in-person training is based on the fourth edition of Child Welfare Law and Practice: Representing Children\, Parents\, and Agencies in Neglect\, Abuse\, and Dependency Cases — more commonly known as the Red Book. The training will cover the following areas of the Red Book\, as well as practice exam questions:• Overarching Legal Structure and Themes• Legal Case from Beginning to End• Discrete Issues• Lawyering Roles• Essential Lawyering Skills \nBox lunch included. \n\n\n\nPre-Conference Red Book Training\n \n \n\n\nNon-member\n$300\n \n\n\nNACC Member\n$225\n \n\n\n\n  \nJoin NACC for Discount Pricing. \nNACC Refund Policy. Attendees must confirm they have reviewed prior to purchasing registration.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/2024-preconference-red-book-training/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City\, 170 South West Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Foundations Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240725T133000
DTSTAMP:20240701T212952Z
CREATED:20240626T183620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T212952Z
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SUMMARY:Counsel for Kids: Victories\, Trends\, and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Children in foster care are separated from their families and subject to life-altering decisions made by judges.  A specially trained lawyer is necessary to protect their legal rights and ensure their voices are heard.  In 13 states children are not appointed lawyers to represent them in court\, leaving them to navigate the complexities of the child protection process alone. Expanding access to legal counsel for children and youth in care is trending among state legislatures. Still\, advocates must work to overcome challenges raised related to attorney shortages\, limited funding\, and youth capacity to participate in their representation.   \n  \nIn this session\, NACC’s Policy Counsel Natalece Washington will highlight Counsel for Kids advocacy victories\, trends\, and challenges and explore recent state legislative activity that would expand the right to counsel\, common elements of successful state policy campaigns\, and policymaker’s frequently asked questions. Bipartisan Policy Center Fellow\, Rob Geen\, will discuss bipartisan collaboration as a key strategy to successful policy development.  Geen will also review our nation’s history of broad bipartisan consensus on major child protection system policy changes and share the latest on the Bipartisan Policy Center’s Child Welfare Initiative.    \n  \nPresenters:  \nNatalece Washington\, NACC Policy Counsel \nRob Geen\, Bipartisan Policy Center Fellow \n  \nCalifornia (60-minute hour)  \nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 1.5 hours of General credit. Live and on-demand viewing are both participatory activities since NACC confirms duration of attendance. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Credits will be reported within 60 days of participation.   \nColorado (50‐minute hour)  \nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 1.8 units of General credit. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Colorado is a self-report state.  \nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired. 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/counsel-for-kids-victories-trends-and-challenges/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T140000
DTSTAMP:20240619T201741Z
CREATED:20240617T214413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T201741Z
UID:10000057-1719406800-1719410400@naccchildlaw.org
SUMMARY:CLOP x Intern Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:NACC’s Children’s Law Office Project x Intern Town Hall provides current law students an opportunity to network and learn more about a career in child advocacy. \nThis event is free to attend. \nSign up for the event on Zoom. 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/clop-x-intern-town-hall/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240611T113000
DTSTAMP:20240607T185349Z
CREATED:20240517T185654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T185349Z
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SUMMARY:Humility as an Act of Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second of a four-part webinar series where we delve into a vital yet often overlooked aspect of child welfare work: the wellbeing of the professionals behind the scenes. Humility as an Act of Compassion is a webinar designed for child welfare lawyers to explore the essential role of humility in our practice. This facilitated podcast-style conversation will highlight the importance of recognizing our knowledge gaps\, understanding and mitigating our own biases\, and navigating the subjective nature of the best interests standard. We will also examine the difference between compassion and benevolence\, emphasizing how genuine compassion and connection drives effective advocacy. \nParticipants will gain a renewed perspective on humility as a strength\, practical tools for self-reflection\, and actionable strategies to enhance their compassionate advocacy in child welfare cases. This webinar is ideal for legal professionals committed to improving their practice and making a positive impact on the lives of children and families. Join us for this session and learn how embracing humility can lead to more compassionate and effective child welfare practice. \nPresenters:\nSheri Freemont\, JD\, proudly serves on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Counsel for Children. She is the managing director of the Judicial and National Engagement consulting team at  Casey Family Programs\, aiming to support judges and lawyers nationally to apply gold standard principles for children and families in the child welfare system. \nVivek Sankaran\, JD\, CWLS\, directs the Child Advocacy Law Clinic and Child Welfare Appellate Clinic at the University of Michigan Law School and co-founded LawLifeProfs\, which promotes wellbeing and compassion in legal spaces. \nSheri and Vivek are graduates of the Applied Compassion Certification Program through CCARE (Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education) at Stanford University\, where they are developing materials\, workshops\, and retreats to support compassion for lawyers in child welfare practice. \nShrounda Selivanoff\, BAS\, is the Social Service Manager at the Washington State Office of Public Defense Parent Representation Program.  She brings a fierce and passionate voice advocating for systemic change for parents and their children involved with the child welfare system. She was previously involved with the system due to tough life challenges. \nShrounda’s child welfare experience birthed an advocate seeking to destigmatize parents and to elevate the need for our society to value the diversity and uniqueness of families. Shrounda’s work is focused on centering parent perspectives to support their families. Shrounda relentlessly pursues policy and system change toward preserving and strengthening families with a North Star\, empowering and valuing parents as partners\, and keeping families together. She keenly understands the power and impact of preserving families and the critical need for individual and collective transformation for this to occur.                                                   \nCLE\nCalifornia (60-minute hour) \nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 1.5 hours of Wellness Competence credit. Live and on-demand viewing are both participatory activities since NACC confirms duration of attendance. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Credits will be reported within 60 days of participation. \nColorado (50‐minute hour) \nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 1.8 units of General credit. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Colorado is a self-report state. \nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/humility-as-an-act-of-compassion/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240521T133000
DTSTAMP:20240506T184923Z
CREATED:20240320T201026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T184923Z
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SUMMARY:Compassionate Advocacy: Integrating Trauma-Informed Practices for an Enhanced Legal Practice
DESCRIPTION:Learning Objectives:\n\nExplore the foundational principles of trauma-informed care and their relevance in legal settings\, including the identification of trauma indicators and understanding the impact of trauma on clients.\nLearn actionable techniques for integrating trauma-informed practices into daily legal routines\, such as providing hydration\, snacks\, and sensory tools to mitigate stress and promote client comfort during proceedings.\nExamine the broader implications of trauma-informed approaches on client engagement\, communication\, and overall well-being within legal environments\, fostering a culture of empathy\, trust\, and support.\n\nPresenter\nJosephine C. Vanderhorst\, MFP\, JD\, CWLS\, NACC Senior Staff Attorney \nJosephine C. Vanderhorst\, MFP\, JD\, CWLS\, joined NACC in February 2024\, bringing eight years of dedicated experience in child welfare. A graduate of Tulane University Law School\, Josephine contributes invaluable legal insights to her role. Holding a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Tuskegee University and a master’s degree in forensic psychology from Argosy University\, she approaches advocacy with a holistic perspective. This multidisciplinary foundation enhances her ability to understand and address the complex needs of children and families within the child welfare system. \nCertified as a Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner\, Josephine adeptly addresses the intricate needs and trauma of children and families in the child welfare system. Passionate about promoting wellness\, she advocates for a healthy work-life balance and prioritizes self-care practices\, reflecting her commitment to comprehensive well-being. \nJosephine’s journey began in 2015 at Southeast Louisiana Legal Services\, where she started as one of the unit’s first Lutz Fellows. In 2020\, Josephine became the Managing Attorney. During her tenure\, she not only doubled the unit’s size but also created a transformative multidisciplinary program\, hiring the first peer advocate at a children’s representation program in Louisiana and a social worker to provide comprehensive support. \nLicensed to practice law in Louisiana\, Josephine has presented at both national and local conferences\, sharing her expertise and insights to contribute to the advancement of child welfare practices and self- care. Deeply committed to youth engagement\, she intertwines her legal expertise with a passion for empowering young voices. This commitment extends beyond professional pursuits\, emphasizing values aligned with promoting a balanced life for all. Josephine’s advocacy for the voiceless has fueled her commitment to the child welfare field. \nCLE \nCalifornia (60-minute hour)\nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 1.5 hours of General credit. Live and on-demand viewing are both participatory activities since NACC confirms duration of attendance. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Credits will be reported within 60 days of participation. \nColorado (50‐minute hour)\nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 1.8 units of General credit. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. CO is a self- report state. \nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/compassionate-advocacy-integrating-trauma-informed-practices-for-an-enhanced-legal-practice/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240419T130000
DTSTAMP:20240402T190840Z
CREATED:20240402T190554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T190840Z
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SUMMARY:Careers in Child Welfare Law: HBCU Edition
DESCRIPTION:To support the pipeline of diverse students into child law careers\, NACC is excited to host Careers in Child Law: HBCU Edition. All students in law school or interested in attending law school are welcome to join us as we highlight legal careers in criminal defense of minors\, legal representation in child welfare proceedings (parent\, child\, state\, or department)\, and/or policy advocacy. \nSign up for the event on Zoom. \nVisit our Student Hub to learn more about NACC Student Engagement.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/careers-in-child-welfare-law-hbcu-edition/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240416T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240416T120000
DTSTAMP:20240315T150706Z
CREATED:20240312T161446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T150706Z
UID:10000049-1713263400-1713268800@naccchildlaw.org
SUMMARY:The Role of Foster/Resource Parents in Dependency Hearings
DESCRIPTION:Licensed non-relative family placements are crucial for the well-being of children in dependency cases and are integral to achieving permanency for families. In this webinar\, we will delve into: \n\nAssessment of foster parent support for established case permanency goals;\nEffective strategies for court presentation and consideration of foster parent involvement in achieving permanency; and\nAdvocacy surrounding the varying levels of foster parent involvement in dependency proceedings.\n\nPresenter\nShannon Felder\, JD\, CWLS\, NACC Training Director \nShannon Felder joined NACC in February of 2024. Shannon works to ensure legal professionals have the resources they need to provide high-quality representation of children\, parents\, and agencies\, and manages NACC’s training department. Shannon previously served as a Managing Attorney for the South Carolina Department of Social Services for ten years. In this role Shannon collaborated with child welfare stakeholders\, ensured high-quality legal presentations in abuse and neglect actions\, provided case consultations to social work team members in complex cases\, provided timely\, frequent\, and responsive training and supervised over 40 legal professionals. Shannon is also a member of the South Carolina Bar Children’s Law Committee and the South Carolina Black Lawyer’s Association. \nShannon became involved in the child welfare legal system serving as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem for CASA while in law school. After a judicial clerkship\, Shannon entered private practice as a civil litigator focusing on personal injury\, including nursing home abuse and neglect. While in private practice\, she served as a contract attorney for the Guardian ad Litem program in South Carolina. After fourteen years in litigation\, Shannon joined the South Carolina Department of Social Services. \nShannon earned her law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law where she was a Carolina Legal Scholar\, member of the South Carolina Law Review and President of the Black Law Students Association. Shannon is certified by NACC as a Child Welfare Law Specialist. She is currently licensed to practice law in South Carolina. \n 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/the-role-of-foster-resource-parents-in-dependency-hearings/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240605
DTSTAMP:20240126T165925Z
CREATED:20240116T164140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T165925Z
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SUMMARY:Online Red Book Training Course - Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, 5:00-6:30pm ET. \nThe Red Book Training Course is an exciting opportunity for practitioners to brush up on their knowledge of federal child welfare law and learn tips to enhance their representation of children\, parents\, or the agency. NACC’s signature Red Book Training Course covers major dependency practice competency areas and is designed to assist you in preparing for the Child Welfare Law Specialist examination. The 2024 course will include material based on the Fourth Edition of Child Welfare Law and Practice: Representing Children\, Parents\, and Agencies in Neglect\, Abuse\, and Dependency Cases. During weekly webinars\, the presenter will assist participants in breaking the material down\, focusing on important concepts\, and learning CWLS exam-taking strategies. This course will not cover every part of every chapter. The instructor has made intentional decisions about what information to cover in the time that is allotted for the course. If part of a chapter is not covered\, that does not mean that content will not appear on the exam. Therefore\, you should incorporate any parts that are not covered into your self-study plans.  \nThe registration fee is $225 per person for groups and NACC members ($125 for CWLS; $300 for nonmembers) and includes access to live sessions\, recordings\, the electronic Red Book\, and the RBTC workbook. Email Training@NACCchildlaw.org for group registration. All sessions will be recorded and available for later viewing at the attendee’s convenience.   Hardcopies of the Red Book are available for purchase. A hardcopy Red Book is included in the Child Welfare Law Specialist application fee. \nRed Book Training Course 2024 Syllabus \nBecome a Member of NACC for discount pricing.  \n 
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/online-red-book-training-course-spring-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Foundations Training,Trainings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240312T113000
DTSTAMP:20240226T185108Z
CREATED:20240222T185059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T185108Z
UID:10000048-1710237600-1710243000@naccchildlaw.org
SUMMARY:Balancing Acts: Navigating Suffering with Self-Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first of a four-part webinar series where we delve into a vital yet often overlooked aspect of child welfare work: the wellbeing of the professionals behind the scenes. Every day\, dedicated child welfare attorneys and other professionals navigate through the profound suffering within families they serve\, yet their own emotional toll is frequently disregarded. In this discussion\, we explore the inherent suffering experienced by child welfare attorneys and other professionals and highlight practical strategies rooted in compassion science. Discover how we can cultivate openness and responsiveness to the suffering of others while also nurturing our own wellbeing. \nPresenters\nSheri Freemont\, JD – Managing Director\, Judicial and National Engagement\, Casey Family Programs \nSheri Freemont\, JD\, proudly serves on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Counsel for Children. She is the managing director of the Judicial and National Engagement consulting team at Casey Family Programs\, aiming to support judges and lawyers nationally to apply gold standard principles for children and families in the child welfare system. \nVivek Sankaran\, JD\, CWLS – Director\, Child Advocacy Law Clinic and Child Welfare Appellate Clinic\, University of Michigan Law School \nVivek Sankaran\, JD\, CWLS\, directs the Child Advocacy Law Clinic and Child Welfare Appellate Clinic at the University of Michigan Law School and co-founded LawLifeProfs\, which promotes wellbeing and compassion in legal spaces. \nSheri and Vivek are graduates of the Applied Compassion Certification Program through CCARE (Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education) at Stanford University\, where they are developing materials\, workshops\, and retreats to support compassion for lawyers in child welfare practice. \nCLE\nCalifornia (60-minute hour) \nThis participatory activity has been accredited by the State Bar of California for a maximum of 1.5 hours of Wellness Competence credit. Live and on-demand viewing are both participatory activities since NACC confirms duration of attendance. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Credits will be reported within 60 days of participation. \nColorado (50‐minute hour) \nThis course is accredited by the Colorado Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for a maximum of 1.8 units of General credit. Attorneys must sign in for CLE. Colorado is a self-report state. \nAttorneys in all other jurisdictions must seek CLE accreditation individually if desired.
URL:https://naccchildlaw.org/event/balancing-acts-navigating-suffering-with-self-compassion/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar
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