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Jun 10
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13th edition of World Perspectives on Child Abuse

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13th edition of World Perspectives on Child Abuse

International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect

The International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (ISPCAN) will publish the 13th edition of World Perspectives on Child Abuse,  a collection of information on programs and policies around the world related to child abuse and neglect. Professionals with knowledge of country-level data are asked to contribute by completing an online survey that covers the scope of maltreatment in your country, government policies and documentation, the services available for children and their families, and the barriers and strengths regarding the prevention of child abuse and neglect. To get the survey link, please e-mail resources@ispcan.org.

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Jun 09
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Call for Submissions!

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Call for Submissions! 

Child Welfare Journal

The Child Welfare Journal is looking for articles that extend knowledge in any child/family welfare or related service; on any aspect of administration, supervision, casework, group work, community organization, teaching, research, or interpretation; on any facet of interdisciplinary approaches to the field; or on issues of social policy that bear on the welfare of children and their families. The deadline is rolling.

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May 29
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Telebriefing on KIND’s New Report for Child Advocacy Community

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Telebriefing on KIND’s New Report for Child Advocacy Community

Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) • Thursday, May 31, 2018 • 1:00 PM ET

Jennifer Podkul, KIND’s Director of Policy, and Cory Shindel, Policy Associate, will share federal legislative updates and information about new Administration policies affecting the rights and treatment of unaccompanied immigrant children. Learn more about opportunities to collaborate and lift your voice in support of these children in this critical time.

Conference Phone Number: (877) 594-8353
Participant Pass Code: 48748799#
Call duration: 1 hour
May 13
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Cross-Border Mediation Conference

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Cross-Border Mediation Conference: Dispute Resolution for International Families In Your Community

June 5, 2018 • Washington, D.C., co-hosted by International Social Service-USA (ISS-USA), MK Family Law, The George Washington University School of Law, and Leslie Ellen Shear, Attorney and Counselor at Law.

This event will bring together leading experts to discuss mediation as a key process to help cross-border families with their complex situations. Scheduled one day prior to the annual AFCC Conference in D.C., conference attendees will have a wealth of resources and excellent networking opportunities at their finger-tips.

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May 13
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Looking at Hispanic Families Access through Multiple Dimensions: Findings from the National Research Center on Hispanic Children

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Looking at Hispanic Families Access through Multiple Dimensions: Findings from the National Research Center on Hispanic Children

Wed, May 23, 2018 • 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MST

Researchers from the National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families will present highlights from their work aimed at better understanding the early care and education experiences (ECE) of Latino families. Join us to learn more about Hispanic families’ ECE preferences, search behaviors, and utilization patterns as well as the access, availability, and quality of ECE used by Hispanic families. Representatives from Child Care Aware will discuss the implication of this research for policy and programs.

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May 13
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Facebook LIVE Chat for Legal Professionals

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Facebook LIVE Chat for Legal Professionals w/ISS-USA Staff

Wed, May 16th • 1-2pm EST

FREE Facebook Live Chat for  legal professional interested in how International Social Service-USA (ISS-USA) can assist with obtaining information and documents to support applications for immigration relief; serving legal notices overseas; permanency planning across international borders; finding family in a foreign country for your client; and more!

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Apr 27
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Immigration Trauma

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Immigration Trauma

Priska Imberti, LCSW-R, BCC, Ackerman Institute for the Family
May 11, 2018 • 10:00am – 4:00pm

The continuing public debate on immigration too often obscures the traumatic losses immigrants experience when they move here – loss of family, friends, professional status, language, culture, and sense of belonging. In this workshop, Priska Imberti, LCSW-R, BCC will deepen participants’ understanding of the stresses and hardships inherent in the immigration journey, and discuss ways that participants can connect with immigrants, convey respect and encouragement, and coach them in self-empowerment

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Apr 12
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AFCC 55th Annual Conference: Compassionate Family Court Systems: The Role of Trauma-Informed Jurisprudence

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AFCC 55th Annual Conference: Compassionate Family Court Systems: The Role of Trauma-Informed Jurisprudence

June 6-9, 2018

AFCC strives to offer a wide range of conference sessions highlighting different research, advocacy positions, policies, practices, programs, procedures, and ideas. Some programs may be evidence-based while others may report on works in progress, emerging practices, or policy initiatives. The goal of the conference is to enhance learning while encouraging respectful inquiry, discussion, and debate consistent with AFCC organizational values.

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Mar 30
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Webinar: “Trauma In Immigrant/Refugee Communities”

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Webinar: “Trauma In Immigrant/Refugee Communities”

April 11, 2018  ·  3:00 PM EDT

An hour-long panel discussion and audience Q/A on the topic of trauma and mental health in immigrant and refugee communities, including the effects of the current political climate on mental wellness and the generational impact of chronic stress on families. This webinar is part of a partnership, funded by the Hewlett Foundation, between Princeton AlumniCorps and Appleseed with the aim of promoting network-based collaboration on issues facing immigrants and refugees. If you are unable to attend the webinar an archived video of the panel and Q/A will be made available. You can email srahbar@alumnicorps.org to indicate your interest.

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