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Be sure to visit our Professionals and Program Resources page for a complete list of all professional development opportunities we offer.

Training – Redefining Resilience

Virtual Training

This FREE two-hour workshop provides an introduction to N.E.A.R (Neuroscience, Epigenetics, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and Resilience) research. Knowledge of these elements empowers us to shift dynamics in our community to prevent high ACE scores, build connection, and foster resilience. After the introductory workshop, participants can sign up to meet once in a month to... Read more »

Purim

Jewish celebration of the deliverance of the Jewish minority in Persia from genocide.

Holi

Hindu spring festival dedicated to the god of pleasure.

Training – Culturally Responsive Practices for Afterschool Programming

Virtual Training

This training focuses on cultivating cultural humility and the practices of culturally responsive afterschool activities and program structures. This is an engagement and discussion-based workshop where participants will be asked to keep their cameras on for the duration of the training. Come prepared to participate in breakout groups, larger group discussions, and using the chat... Read more »

Free

Ready, STEM, Go!

Virtual Conference

We're excited to partner with a national alliance of networks to host the second annual Ready, STEM, Go!, a FREE two-day virtual conference that will shine a spotlight on resources, strategies, and inspiration to boost out-of-school time STEM programming! Conference registration grants you access to the full two days of live conference sessions, the On-Demand... Read more »

Free

Good Friday

Christian remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus.

Easter

The day commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from his death by crucifixion.

Training – Youth Mental Health First Aid

Virtual Training

Youth Mental Health First Aid USA teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 12-18) who may be developing a... Read more »

Training (1 of 2) – Youth Thrive

Youth Thrive is an evidence-informed framework for approaching our work with youth ages 9-24. Instead of a sole focus on limiting risk factors or maintaining a problem-free environment, Youth Thrive teaches youth work professionals and parents to recognize, support, and build on protective and promotive factors. Based in strengths-based and positive psychology, this approach can... Read more »

Lailat Ul Qadr

Islamic Night of Destiny. First revelation of Qur'an to Prophet Mohammed. Observed during the last ten days of Ramadan.