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SUMMARY:Exploring Cultural Humility in Youth Work
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday December 1st & Thursday December 2nd\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST both days \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send no more than three people to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nIt is essential to allow young people the space to be fully themselves\, and sometimes\, our own biases and assumptions can get in the way of this happening.  This two-day\, six-hour online training will focus on exploring the concept of cultural humility\, and how our values and experiences play a big role in how we operate in programs.  There will be space for self-reflection and opportunities to think through how we can create space in programming for young people to share all the facets of their cultural identities.  By centering positive youth development in this conversation\, the trainers will help participants along their ever-evolving journey of cultural humility and creating and cultivating spaces that are open and inclusive for young people to feel safe. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/exploring-cultural-humility-in-youth-work/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211109T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
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SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution for Youth Programs
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday November 9th & Wednesday November 10th\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST both days \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send no more than three people to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nAs any youth worker knows\, conflict is bound to arise in a youth program. However\, handling conflict appropriately can help build a stronger group dynamic amongst your young people.  This 2-day online training focuses on exploring conflict resolution to help manage group dynamics when working with youth in your programs.  The trainers will define conflict\, how it might show up in your program\, and ways to address it that will help support everyone involved.  Through large and small group discussion and hands-on activities\, participants will get to explore different conflict approaches (including “win-win” solutions and “positions and interests”) and learn steps to help resolve conflict and create a healthier group connection. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/conflict-resolution-for-youth-programs/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211020T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211020T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20210804T132909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T150304Z
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SUMMARY:Icebreakers\, Team Builders\, and Games
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday October 20th\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $75* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send no more than three people to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nIn this three-hour online training\, participants will be able to explore community building activities that enable youth to build relationships and feel more connected to each other\, their youth workers\, and their programs. Participants will practice different types of community building activities and assess how to and when to use them in programs. Through discussion and practice\, participants will also be able to identify activities that are age-appropriate\, and allow for youth voice\, choice\, and reflection. This training will address activities that can work for both virtual and in-person programming; come prepared to try on something new! \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nTHIS EVENT HAS CONCLUDED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/icebreakers-teambuilders-and-games/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211006T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20210804T132646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T130559Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Development 101
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday October 6th & Thursday October 7th\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST each day \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nA core value of our work at the BEST Initiative is Positive Youth Development.  We believe in the voices and power of young people\, and train youth workers to support their youth in all areas of their growth.  With that in mind\, we are offering this session of Youth Development 101\, a two-day\, six-hour exploration of youth development principles and practices.  Participants will learn an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, developmental outcomes and resiliency. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW FULL. PLEASE EMAIL BEST@HRIA.ORG TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-development-101-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210603T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210603T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20210120T142937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210621T144449Z
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SUMMARY:Building a Peaceable Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 3rd\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $75pp* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nPart of running a safe and effective youth program is working with young people to set boundaries and expectations for their experience in the program.  This training will explore how you can set yourself (and your youth) up for success in your work by working with your youth to build a more peaceable program.  The trainers will explore boundary setting\, behavior management\, and conflict resolution strategies in this interactive training\, illustrating these concepts through case studies\, scenarios/role plays\, and small group discussion.  Participants will leave this training more prepared to address any behavioral issues that may arise in their programs by developing solutions through a Positive Youth Development framework. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nTHIS TRAINING HAS PASSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/building-a-peaceable-youth-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210511T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210512T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20210120T141729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T152028Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Development 101
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, May 11th & Wednesday\, May 12th\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST each day \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nA core value of our work at the BEST Initiative is Positive Youth Development.  We believe in the voices and power of young people\, and train youth workers to support their youth in all areas of their growth.  With that in mind\, we are offering this session of Youth Development 101\, a two-day\, six-hour exploration of youth development principles and practices.  Participants will learn an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, developmental outcomes and resiliency. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-development-101/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210413T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210414T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20210120T141305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T203108Z
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SUMMARY:What We Bring: White Youth Workers in Communities of Color
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 13th & Wednesday\, April 14th\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 1:30 PM EST both days \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150pp* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nGood youth work requires a strong sense of self on the part of the youth worker\, but all too often\, whiteness is awkward for white youth workers (and youth) to talk about. This 2-day\, 8-hour training will offer participants room to talk about the challenges of addressing\, confronting and embracing their identities as white youth workers\, their reasons for working in communities of color\, and what they can’t and shouldn’t bring to the work. Scenarios and other interactive tools will be used to help explore what best practices are in terms of talking with youth about race\, addressing power dynamics\, building alliances with youth workers of color\, and sharing approaches and tools to help navigate challenges that come up in this work. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW FULL. PLEASE EMAIL BEST@HRIA.ORG TO BE PLACED ON A WAITING LIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/what-we-bring-white-youth-workers-in-communities-of-color-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210322T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210322T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20210120T140808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T182838Z
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SUMMARY:Self-Care and Stress Management
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 22nd\, 2021 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $75pp* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nThis past year has taken an emotional toll on all of us.  The combined stress of working and schooling online\, strained financial responsibilities\, and social distancing\, amongst other things\, made 2020 an emotionally challenging year.  This training will delve into tips\, tricks\, and tools around self-care practices and managing stress.  The trainers will draw on relevant videos and articles\, established self-care techniques\, and more to help prepare you to manage the stressors in your life.  Participants will be asked to practice these techniques throughout the training\, so come prepared to participate and learn with us! \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nTHIS EVENT HAS PASSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/supporting-youth-in-stress-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210308T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20210125T141535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T182910Z
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SUMMARY:Restorative Justice for Youth Programs
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 8th & Tuesday\, March 9th\, 2021 \n9:00 AM-12:00 PM EST each day* \n*You must be able to attend both sessions \nTraining Fee: $150pp \nLed by Valleria Miranda-Ferrick\, Executive Director and Founder of Unity Circles \nPlease Note: We will be capping this training at 15 people on a first come\, first served basis.  Due to limited capacity\, we ask that organizations only send ONE staff member.  If you have questions about this\, please email us at best@hria.org\nIn this 2-day online training\, participants will learn about the philosophy\, pillars and practices of Restorative Justice in the context of youth organizations. Through principles and best practices\, participants will leave with an understanding of how to adopt Restorative Justice as both a preventative and responsive practice in their organization.  This training will also incorporate ways you can practice RJ in a virtual setting.  Come prepared to engage and participate! \nTrainer Bio: Valleria Miranda-Ferrick is a Restorative Justice practitioner\, educator and trainer. She started her journey into this work in 2012 when she first learned about Peacemaking Circles and its healing power. Since 2012\, Valleria has worked with over 10 Boston Public Schools as a partner in bringing Circles as a transformative and healing practice to youth and staff in the school system. Valleria has also conducted trainings with dozens of institutions and school districts across the United States to introduce Restorative Justice as a framework and practice to end the school to prison pipeline and address racial disparities in school discipline. Valleria currently works for two Boston Public Schools in transforming the institutions to be a more inclusive and equitable environment for all community members. Valleria is also the Founder and Executive Director of Unity Circles\, a nonprofit that trains youth to be change agents in their communities. In her personal and professional work\, Valleria is committed to supporting community members and institutions in creating equitable and supportive spaces for youth to grow and thrive. \nFor a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here\nTHIS EVENT HAS PASSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/restorative-justice-for-youth-programs/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210127T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20201214T180912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T182950Z
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SUMMARY:Supervision 101: Youth Work Edition
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 27th and Wednesday\, February 3rd\, 2021 \n10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST both days \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150pp* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nWe’ve adapted our supervisors training for the virtual world!  This 2-day\, six-hour training will focus on supervision and program management in youth work.  It addresses the roles and responsibilities of supervisors\, communication\, work relationships\, program management and the specific supervision of youth workers within a youth development framework.  This year\, we’ll also address best practices for supervising youth workers virtually.  \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nTHIS EVENT HAS PASSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/supervision-101-youth-work-edition/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201117T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20200728T150448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201020T124718Z
UID:10000108-1605605400-1605702600@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Youth Development 101 (Repeat)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 17th and Wednesday\, November 18th\, 2020 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST each day \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nA core value of our work at the BEST Initiative is Positive Youth Development.  We believe in the voices and power of young people\, and train youth workers to support their youth in all areas of their growth.  With that in mind\, we are offering two sessions of Youth Development 101\, a two-day\, six-hour exploration of youth development principles and practices.  Participants will learn an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, developmental outcomes and resiliency. \nThe BEST Initiative intends to offer more Youth Development 101 sessions in the Winter and Spring and will post the latest updates on our website. \nFor a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-development-101-offering-2-of-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201027T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20200728T150107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201029T124959Z
UID:10000107-1603791000-1603888200@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Youth Development 101
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, October 27th and Wednesday\, October 28th\, 2020 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST each day \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $150* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nA core value of our work at the BEST Initiative is Positive Youth Development.  We believe in the voices and power of young people\, and train youth workers to support their youth in all areas of their growth.  With that in mind\, we are offering two sessions of Youth Development 101\, a two-day\, six-hour exploration of youth development principles and practices.  Participants will learn an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, developmental outcomes and resiliency.  If you miss this session\, we will offer it again later in the fall. \nThe BEST Initiative intends to offer more Youth Development 101 sessions in the Winter and Spring and will post the latest updates on our website. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-development-101-offering-1-of-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201008T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201008T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20200728T145612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T170925Z
UID:10000106-1602149400-1602160200@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Using Tech Tools to Transform Your Youth Programs
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 8th\, 2020 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $75* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send NO MORE THAN THREE staff members to this training.  Thank you for your understanding.\nFor many people\, adapting to a virtual working world meant shifting to various online platforms in order to continue their work.  From Zoom to Google Classroom to virtual field trips\, people have turned to several creative online tools since the pandemic began.  This training will take participants through the basics of a few of those online platforms (Zoom\, Google Classroom\, Class Dojo\, and others) and offer up other resources that youth workers can use to enhance their programs. Participants are encouraged to share any successes they’ve had transitioning to online work\, and any challenges as well.  This will be an interactive online session\, so come prepared to share and participate! \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW FULL\, PLEASE EMAIL BEST@HRIA.ORG TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/using-tech-tools-to-transform-your-youth-programs/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200922T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20200728T145202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T142602Z
UID:10000105-1600767000-1600777800@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Icebreakers\, Team Builders\, and Games
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 22nd\, 2020 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $75* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send no more than three people to this training.  Thank you for your understanding. \nIn this three-hour online training\, participants will be able to explore virtual community building activities that enable youth to build relationships and feel more connected to each other\, their youth workers\, and their programs. Participants will practice different types of virtual community building activities and assess how to and when to use them in programs. Through discussion and practice\, participants will also be able to identify activities that are age-appropriate\, and allow for youth voice\, choice\, and reflection. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW FULL\, PLEASE EMAIL BEST@HRIA.ORG TO BE PLACED ON THE WAIT LIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/virtual-icebreakers-team-builders-and-games/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200916T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200916T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20200728T105022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200824T145135Z
UID:10000104-1600248600-1600259400@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Engaging Youth Virtually
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 16th\, 2020 \n9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST \nOnline Training \nTraining Fee: $75* \n*We do not offer scholarships for our trainings\, but do offer discounts on a case-by-case basis.  If this fee presents a challenge\, please email us at best@hria.org. \nPlease Note: We are capping this training at 35 people on a first come\, first served basis.  We ask that each organization send no more than three people to this training.  Thank you for your understanding. \nFor better or worse\, COVID-19 has necessitated a shift to working remotely.  This new reality poses a unique challenge for youth programs: how can we continue to engage young people when we can’t physically be together?  This online training will explore tips\, tricks\, and tools for engaging youth virtually\, including a discussion on how to maintain healthy boundaries with young people when we are (virtually) meeting in their homes.  The trainers will use personal examples\, interactive tools\, and fun activities to demonstrate a variety of creative solutions for working with youth in an online world. \nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW FULL\, PLEASE EMAIL BEST@HRIA.ORG TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/engaging-youth-virtually/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200624T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200701T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190806T201350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T133022Z
UID:10000098-1592991000-1593606600@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Creating Restorative Communities
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 24th and July 1st\, 2020 \n9:30 AM-12:30 PM each day* \n*You must be able to attend both sessions \nTraining Fee: $99pp \nLed by Valleria Miranda-Ferrick\, Executive Director and Founder of Unity Circles \nTHIS TRAINING WILL NOW BE HELD ONLINE AND SPLIT OVER TWO DAYS\nPlease Note: We will be capping this training at 15 people on a first come\, first served basis.  Due to limited capacity\, we ask that organizations only send ONE staff member.  If you have questions about this\, please email us at best@hria.org\nIn this 2-day\, online training\, participants will learn about the philosophy\, pillars and practices of Restorative Justice in the context of youth organizations. Through principles and best practices\, participants will leave with an understanding of how to adopt Restorative Justice as both a preventative and responsive practice in their organization.  This training will be held online due to the current global pandemic\, however it is still meant to be a Restorative Justice 101.  This training will not directly address using RJ practices in a virtual world. \nTrainer Bio: Valleria Miranda-Ferrick is a Restorative Justice practitioner\, educator and trainer. She started her journey into this work in 2012 when she first learned about Peacemaking Circles and its healing power. Since 2012\, Valleria has worked with over 10 Boston Public Schools as a partner in bringing Circles as a transformative and healing practice to youth and staff in the school system. Valleria has also conducted trainings with dozens of institutions and school districts across the United States to introduce Restorative Justice as a framework and practice to end the school to prison pipeline and address racial disparities in school discipline. Valleria currently works for two Boston Public Schools in transforming the institutions to be a more inclusive and equitable environment for all community members. Valleria is also the Founder and Executive Director of Unity Circles\, a nonprofit that trains youth to be change agents in their communities. In her personal and professional work\, Valleria is committed to supporting community members and institutions in creating equitable and supportive spaces for youth to grow and thrive. \nFor a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here\nREGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY FULL.  PLEASE EMAIL BEST@HRIA.ORG TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITING LIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/restorative-justice-circles/
LOCATION:MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200603T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190807T150015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T202209Z
UID:10000101-1591178400-1591189200@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Integrating Icebreakers and Games Into Your Program
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 3rd \n10:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nTraining Fee: $25/pp* \n*Due to the pandemic and the economic hardships programs and individuals are experiencing\, the BEST Initiative has lowered the fee of this training to make it more accessible. If this fee presents a challenge\, please reach out to best@hria.org \nDue to high demand\, we are limiting this training to ONE staff member per organization\, so as to create space for as many different organizations/programs as possible.\nTHIS TRAINING WILL NOW BE HELD VIRTUALLY!\nIn this three-hour online training\, participants will be able to explore community building activities that enable youth to build relationships and feel more connected to each other\, their youth workers and their programs. Participants will practice different types of virtual community building activities and assess how to and when to use them in programs. Through discussion and practice\, participants will also be able to identify activities that are age-appropriate\, and allow for youth voice\, choice and reflection. \nPlease note: \n\nWe will NOT be recording this session\, since we want to treat it like an in-person training as much as possible.\nYou will receive the Zoom link AFTER your registration has been approved.\n\nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, click here.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW FULL. PLEASE EMAIL BEST@HRIA.ORG TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITLIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/integrating-icebreakers-and-games-into-your-program/
LOCATION:MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200513T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190807T145256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200512T145354Z
UID:10000100-1589362200-1589468400@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:(CANCELLED) What We Bring: White Youth Workers in Communities of Color
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRAINING HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE HOPE TO HOST IT THIS FALL BASED ON TRAINER AVAILABILITY.\n2 Days\, May 13th and 14th \n9:30AM-3:00PM \nTraining Fee: $175pp \n(no scholarships available) \nIn partnership with: Lori Lobenstine\, DS4SI  \nGood youth work requires a strong sense of self on the part of the youth worker\, but all too often\, whiteness is awkward for white youth workers (and youth) to talk about.  This 10-hour training will offer participants room to talk about the challenges of addressing\, confronting and embracing their identities as white youth workers\, their reasons for working in communities of color\, and what they can’t and shouldn’t bring to the work.  Scenarios and other interactive tools will be used to help explore what best practices are in terms of talking with youth about race\, addressing power dynamics\, building alliances with youth workers of color\, and sharing approaches and tools to help navigate challenges that come up in this work.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/what-we-bring-white-youth-workers-in-communities-of-color/
LOCATION:Urban College of Boston\, 2 Boylston Street\, 2nd Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200427T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20200421T191154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T191727Z
UID:10000103-1587999600-1588006800@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Youth Development in the Time of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 27th \n3:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nOnline via Zoom \nPresented by the BEST Initiative on behalf of Health Resources in Action \nJoin an interactive workshop to better understand how out-of-school time professionals are connecting with\, supporting and providing content to and for the young people they serve.  We will explore tools\, online services\, social media options\, methods and lessons learned from a diverse set of organizations working to serve their youth and families.  Bring your examples of tools\, websites\, content you have offered and other things\, on and off line\, that you are doing to support youth. \nClick here to register.\nTo view a PDF version of the flyer\, please click here\nEmail best@hria.org with any questions.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-development-in-the-time-of-covid-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200603
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190807T144903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T183436Z
UID:10000099-1586217600-1591142399@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:(CANCELLED) Spring Youth Worker Certificate Training (YWC) 2020
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRAINING HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\n8 Tuesdays 9:30AM-2:00PM \nApril 7th – June 2nd* \nTraining Fee: $450pp** \n(no scholarships available) \n*Skips April 21st for BPS vacation \n**This rate is the Boston Subsidized Rate \n(only available through Health Resources in Action hosted community trainings thanks to funding from United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley)** \nThis eight-session\, 32-hour training is based on the nationally recognized Advancing Youth Development curriculum.  This training provides participants with grounding in the Positive Youth Development Approach.  Participants are introduced to an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, healthy relationships and boundaries\, cultural competence\, adolescent development\, and other critical issues. \nClick here for a PDF version of the flyer
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/spring-youth-worker-certificate-training-ywc-2020/
LOCATION:Urban College of Boston\, 2 Boylston Street\, 2nd Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200304T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200304T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190807T150845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T191811Z
UID:10000102-1583310600-1583339400@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Youth Work Intensive Conference 2020
DESCRIPTION:The BEST Initiative is excited to be hosting the Youth Work Intensive Conference 2020 on March 4th at Simmons University!  The Youth Work Intensive (YWI) provides high quality and engaging workshops and ample networking opportunities.  We hope you will join us in March! \nTHIS EVENT HAS PASSED.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-work-intensive-conference-2020/
LOCATION:Simmons University\, 300 Fenway\, Boston\, MA\, 02115
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200222
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190806T193223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T145402Z
UID:10000097-1581984000-1582329599@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:February Youth Worker Certificate Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:4 Consecutive Days 9:00AM-5:00PM (daily) \n February 18th – February 21st* \n*You must attend each day \nTraining Fee: $450pp** \n**This rate is the Boston Subsidized Rate \n(only available through Health Resources in Action hosted community trainings thanks to funding from United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley)** \nThis 32-hour training (which will be offered over 4 days) is based on the nationally recognized Advancing Youth Development curriculum.  This training provides participants with grounding in the Positive Youth Development Approach.  Participants are introduced to an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, healthy relationships and boundaries\, cultural competence\, adolescent development\, and other critical issues. \nClick here to view a PDF version of the flyer.\nREGISTRATION IS FULL. PLEASE EMAIL best@hria.org TO BE PUT ON THE WAITING LIST.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/february-youth-worker-certificate-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Health Resources in Action\, 2 Boylston Street\, 4th floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02116
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200206
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190806T192803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T170308Z
UID:10000096-1579046400-1580947199@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Youth Work Supervisor Training 2020
DESCRIPTION:4 Wednesdays 9:30AM-2:00PM \nJan 15th – Feb 5th  \nTraining Fee: $300pp** \n(no scholarships available) \n **This rate is the Boston Subsidized Rate \n(only available through Health Resources in Action hosted community trainings thanks to funding from United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley)** \nThis four-session\, 16-hour training focuses on supervision and program management in youth work.  It addresses the roles and responsibilities of supervisors\, communication\, work relationships\, program management and the specific supervision of youth workers within a youth development framework. \nPlease click here for the PDF version of the flyer.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.\n 
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-work-supervisor-training-2020/
LOCATION:Health Resources in Action\, 2 Boylston Street\, 4th floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02116
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191016T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191016T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190806T190227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190909T175110Z
UID:10000095-1571218200-1571241600@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation: Creating Inclusive Environments
DESCRIPTION:October 16th \n9:30AM-4:00PM \nTraining Fee: $99pp \n(no scholarships available) \nPresented in Partnership with kyriQ\nView PDF version of the flyer\nGender and sexuality show up in our lives everyday – whether it’s in workplace roles\, how we perceive others\, or something as seemingly simple as the bathroom we choose in public spaces. For LGBTQ+ youth\, seeking out supportive adults\, peers\, and spaces is extremely important to emotional and physical safety. As non-profit youth providers\, we have the opportunity to create more inclusive environments for youth of all gender identities and orientations. \nThis training is designed for anyone in the non-profit sector who is interested in learning more about gender identity and sexual orientation\, especially as it relates to LGBTQ+ youth. We’ll start with looking at ourselves – what biases and stereotypes do we hold? What has society taught us about gender and sexuality? Then\, we’ll think about how this impacts our work and the people we serve. Finally\, we’ll explore organizational policies and practices. Our training style is interactive\, fun\, intersectional\, and practical – including scenarios\, videos\, sharing personal experiences\, and discussions. \nObjectives:\n• Examine our personal and societal biases (conscious and unconscious) about gender/sexuality and what impact they have on our work\n• Explore existing challenges related to gender equity and LGBTQ+ inclusivity\, as well as resilience among these communities\n• Develop skills to discuss these topics with colleagues\, partners\, youth\, etc.\n• Identify policies and practices that promote greater inclusion and equity within your organization \nREGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN\, USE THE FORM BELOW TO REGISTER!
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/gender-identity-sexual-orientation-creating-inclusive-environments/
LOCATION:Health Resources in Action\, 2 Boylston Street\, 4th floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02116
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191113
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20190806T153959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190923T160804Z
UID:10000094-1569283200-1573603199@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Fall Youth Worker Certificate (YWC) Training 2019
DESCRIPTION:8 Tuesdays 9:30AM-2:00PM \nSept 24th – Nov 12th \nTraining Fee: $450pp** \n(no scholarships available) \n**This rate is the Boston Subsidized Rate \n(only available through Health Resources in Action hosted community trainings thanks to funding from United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley)** \nPlease click here for PDF version of the flyer.\nThis eight-session\, 32-hour training is based on the nationally recognized Advancing Youth Development curriculum.  This training provides participants with grounding in the Positive Youth Development Approach.  Participants are introduced to an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, healthy relationships and boundaries\, cultural competence\, adolescent development\, and other critical issues. \nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/fall-youth-worker-certificate-ywc-training-2019/
LOCATION:Urban College of Boston\, 2 Boylston Street\, 2nd Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02116
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190223
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20160930T182606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190129T200524Z
UID:10000092-1550534400-1550879999@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:BOOTCAMP Youth Worker Certificate Training 2019
DESCRIPTION: 4 Consecutive Days 9:00AM-5:00PM (daily) \n February 19th – February 22nd* \n*You must attend each day \nTraining Fee: $450pp** \nPlease click here for the PDF version of the flyer. \n**This rate is the Boston Subsidized Rate \n(only available through Health Resources in Action hosted community trainings thanks to funding from United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley)** \nThis 32-hour training (which will be offered over 4 days) is based on the nationally recognized Advancing Youth Development curriculum.  This training provides participants with grounding in the Positive Youth Development Approach.  Participants are introduced to an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, healthy relationships and boundaries\, cultural competence\, adolescent development\, and other critical issues. \nRegistration is currently FULL: If you would like to be placed on a waiting list\, please email best@hria.org.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/feb-bootcamp-ywc-2019/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190214
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20141022T172348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190117T163919Z
UID:10000085-1547596800-1550102399@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Youth Work Supervisor Training 2019
DESCRIPTION: 4 Wednesdays 9:30AM-2:00PM \nJan 16th – Feb 13th * \n*Skips January 23rd* \nTraining Fee: $300pp** \n(no scholarships available) \nPlease click here for the PDF version of the flyer. \n **This rate is the Boston Subsidized Rate \n(only available through Health Resources in Action hosted community trainings thanks to funding from United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley)** \nThis four-session\, 16-hour training focuses on supervision and program management in youth work.  It addresses the roles and responsibilities of supervisors\, communication\, work relationships\, program management and the specific supervision of youth workers within a youth development framework. \nRegistration is now closed. \n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/youth-work-supervisor-training-2019/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181114
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20140829T142647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181001T164457Z
UID:10000082-1537833600-1542153599@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Fall 2018 Youth Worker Certificate Training
DESCRIPTION:8 Tuesdays 9:30AM-2:00PM \nSept 25th – Nov 13th \nTraining Fee: $450pp** \n(no scholarships available) \n**This rate is the Boston Subsidized Rate \n(only available through Health Resources in Action hosted community trainings thanks to funding from United Way of Mass Bay and Merrimack Valley)** \nPlease click here for PDF version of the flyer.\nThis eight-session\, 32-hour training is based on the nationally recognized Advancing Youth Development curriculum.  This training provides participants with grounding in the Positive Youth Development Approach.  Participants are introduced to an appropriate common language for discussing youth development\, and will explore information about positive youth outcomes\, healthy relationships and boundaries\, cultural competence\, adolescent development\, and other critical issues. \nRegistration is Closed \n 
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/fall-ywc-training-2018/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180510
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20140509T172919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T194841Z
UID:10000081-1525824000-1525910399@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Positive Behavior Management Training- Registration is Closed.
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 9th \n9:30AM-4:00PM \nTraining Fee: $125pp \n(no scholarships offered)  \nThis 6-hour training focuses on youth workers’ role in deescalating behavioral situations with youth using an asset-based approached.  This training will help participants practice probing techniques to understand the underlying issues motivating youth’s behavior.  Participants will explore individual practices and appropriate behavior management strategies that help promote positive behavior. \nRegistration is closed. 
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/pos-beh-mgt-training-2018/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180330
DTSTAMP:20260424T134438
CREATED:20141022T172934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180328T021152Z
UID:10000089-1522281600-1522367999@youthworkcentral.org
SUMMARY:Building and Measuring Positive Youth Outcomes in your Program Training - Registration is Closed
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 29th  \n9:30AM – 3:30PM \nTraining Fee: $125pp \n(no scholarships available) \nPlease click here for the PDF version of the flyer. \nThis 4-hour training focuses on exploring positive youth outcomes with a special focus on developmental outcomes for youth programs.  Participants will utilize tools that will help better articulate developmental outcomes and indicators\, specifically\, to use in evaluating their programs.  This training will also provide participants with an opportunity to examine how they are integrating those outcomes through intentional practice and approaches. \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://youthworkcentral.org/event/building-measuring-pyo-training-2018/
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