As we move to a new phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, CIR is slowly beginning to return to in-person events. As always, the health and well-being of our staff, trainers and participants is of utmost importance. CIR is following state and local guidelines regarding masks and social distancing.
Participants should make their own decisions regarding traveling to and attending group events, in conjunction with their health care provider and employer. We understand that, given the situation, registered participants may decide to not attend events.
CIR will still be providing many training opportunities online and our library of recorded trainings is always adding new topics. Please check back often for live events and new recorded trainings.
Through Their Lens: Stories from Clients with Disabilities
Those most qualified to identify promising practices when working with people with disabilities are individuals with lived experience. This unique training opportunity will bring together a panel of adults with various disabilities who will discuss their experiences, both positive and negative, around accessing and receiving services. We are in a time where accessibility and accommodations should be readily available for all rather than something to be requested. From inviting environments to communication, our panelists will share what works and what they wish providers would know when serving those with disabilities. Join us for this powerful panel discussion!
Best Practices for Investigating, Locating and Recovering Abducted Children
This training will present best practices when locating and recovering abducted children pursuant to the Family Code, Criminal code, and the Hague Convention. Topics covered include the most efficient investigative tools and techniques, mandates of the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) with sample legal documents, using the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction with sample legal documents, and ethics and liability issues when working in this field.
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Cultural Considerations in Serving Afghan Families
This training is designed for those in social service and related professions working with Afghan communities in California. Participants will increase their understanding of the languages, religions, and overall culture and diversity within the community and learn best practices for working with families.
Resources and Strategies for Investigating the Living Doe
In this webinar, we will discuss Living Doe cases, how law enforcement and social workers can work together to aid in the identification of these individuals. Case studies and lessons learned will be covered. Valuable resources pertaining to Living Doe cases will be provided as well.
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Bumps in Best Practice
“BUMPS in Best Practice” will provide ideas for interviewers who are struggling with improving their interview skills, want to evolve longstanding practices at their CAC, and/or just can’t get the hang of using more open-ended invitations. This three-hour training will be part formal training and review, part peer networking, and part “Ask the Expert”. Attendees will have an opportunity to engage in conversation with peers and the trainer, with a goal of leaving re-energized and with new ideas to address the inevitable “BUMPS” that arise for interviewers on multidisciplinary teams.
Hybrid Child Abduction Intervention and Resource Training
The California Child Abduction Training Project has created a hybrid Multi-disciplinary Child Abduction Intervention & Resource Training. This event introduces participants to a multi-disciplinary approach to assist professionals working within all facets of child abduction. The training provides an opportunity for county partners to increase their understanding of the roles of each agency and network with partner agencies towards a more coordinated response for missing and abducted children.
International Pre Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment
This interactive pre conference session is designed for mental health professionals, forensic interviewers, child welfare workers, prosecutors, medical personnel, and other professionals serving children and families at all levels of experience. Presenters will explore issues of ability, race, gender, religion, and other factors that may intersect in ways that create complexity in the prevention, intervention, and treatment of child abuse. Participants will learn tips and skills relevant to serving to children and families in a diverse setting.
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