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SUMMARY:May CACWA Accreditation Lunch & Learn - Medical Evaluation Standard
DESCRIPTION:Accreditation is the highest level of membership that a CAC can achieve as part of NCA’s nationwide network. It is a rigorous process that ensures quality evidence-based services are being provided by CACs for children and families according to NCA’s National Standards of Accreditation. In this series we will review each of the standards and associated sections of the application on a monthly basis. Attending any or all of the Lunch & Learn sessions will help with understanding the accreditation process by reviewing the changes in the 2023 Standards and organizing the application process. \nTo register\, click here!
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/may-cacwa-accreditation-lunch-learn-medical-evaluation-standard/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accreditation/Reaccreditation
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240502T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240502T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T002304Z
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SUMMARY:Washington Statewide Forensic Interview Peer Review
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of forensic interview peer review is to provide Forensic and/or Child Interview Specialists and MDT Partners with an opportunity to review forensic interviews\, discuss specific interview techniques\, provide feedback regarding the quality of documentation\, and review relevant research. \nPeer review meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM and participants are expected to take turns presenting cases. If you need assistance with preparing a transcript for peer review\, please contact Lisette at lisette@cacwa.org. \nTo register for peer review\, please click here. On the registration landing page\, click Register and then select Single Registration on the pop up window. On the registration screen you may select as many dates as you wish to attend. \nPlease note the date of Peer Review may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/washington-statewide-forensic-interviewer-peer-review-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews,Peer Review
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240501T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
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SUMMARY:MDT Orientation - May 2024
DESCRIPTION:Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Orientation is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:00-Noon.  MDT Orientation will provide foundational information to new MDT members that will further their understanding of the CAC movement and model\, who is part of an MDT\, and how case review works. The content in training will assist CACs in their onboarding process.  \nRegister for MDT Orientation using this link https://www.mycacwa.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/8.  \nTo register click on the Register button and select Single Registration. On the registration page\, please select the date you want to attend. MDT Orientation is a single event and not a series\, so it is not necessary to select multiple dates.  \nPlease note the date of MDT Orientation may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/mdt-orientation-may-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:All CACWA and MDT Members,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240424T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231206T163007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T163007Z
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SUMMARY:Victim Advocate Roundtable - April
DESCRIPTION:Victim Advocate Roundtable is held the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  The group is open to victim advocates working with CACs and MDTs in Washington State including CAC-based\, community-based\, and systems-based advocates.  This is a supportive space to network\, share current practices in the field\, and receive input on challenging cases from peers. \nRegister for roundtable by clicking here. \nOn the registration landing page click on the Register button then select Single Registration on the registration pop up. On the event registration page\, please select the dates you want to attend.  \nNote that there are two sessions that fall on the third Wednesday due to calendar conflicts – January 17 and December 18\, 2024. \nThe date of Victim Advocate Roundtable may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \n 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/victim-advocate-roundtable-april/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Victim Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240417T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20240108T230153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T230153Z
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SUMMARY:April CACWA Accreditation Lunch & Learn - Victim Support and Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Accreditation is the highest level of membership that a CAC can achieve as part of NCA’s nationwide network. It is a rigorous process that ensures quality evidence-based services are being provided by CACs for children and families according to NCA’s National Standards of Accreditation. In this series we will review each of the standards and associated sections of the application on a monthly basis. Attending any or all of the Lunch & Learn sessions will help with understanding the accreditation process by reviewing the changes in the 2023 Standards and organizing the application process. \nTo register\, click here!
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/april-cacwa-accreditation-lunch-learn-victim-support-and-advocacy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accreditation/Reaccreditation
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240411T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20240326T185550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T193711Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding & Supporting LGBTQ+ Clients: Session 1\, SOGIE 101
DESCRIPTION:This is the first of four sessions in the training series. In this session\, learning will focus on language/terminology foundation & identity development. \nPresenter – Samantha King \nSamantha King (she/her) is a cisgender woman working to help dismantle systems of gender oppression. Samantha graduated from Widener University in 2016 with a Masters of Social Work and Masters of Human Sexuality Education. Following graduation\, Samantha built her career working with transgender youth at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia where she created an education role to assist local educators\, mental health providers\, and community members to better meet the needs of the transgender community. Through this education\, Samantha seeks to help cisgender people learn they ways that they too are impacted by the gender binary and works to help individuals free themselves from the restrictions of this system. Samantha left her position in early 2024 to be a stay-at-home parent but continues to stay connected to this work by offering consultation and training support. \nTo register\, click HERE and select one or more of the dates to attend.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/lgbtq-training-series-session-1-sogie-101/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:DEI
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240404T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240404T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231202T001115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T002332Z
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SUMMARY:Washington Statewide Forensic Interview Peer Review
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of forensic interview peer review is to provide Forensic and/or Child Interview Specialists and MDT Partners with an opportunity to review forensic interviews\, discuss specific interview techniques\, provide feedback regarding the quality of documentation\, and review relevant research. \nPeer review meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM and participants are expected to take turns presenting cases. If you need assistance with preparing a transcript for peer review\, please contact Lisette at lisette@cacwa.org. \nTo register for peer review\, please click here. On the registration landing page\, click Register and then select Single Registration on the pop up window. On the registration screen you may select as many dates as you wish to attend. \nPlease note the date of Peer Review may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \n 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/washington-statewide-forensic-interviewer-peer-review-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews,Peer Review
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240403T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231201T181219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T181219Z
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SUMMARY:MDT Orientation - April 2024
DESCRIPTION:Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Orientation is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:00-Noon.  MDT Orientation will provide foundational information to new MDT members that will further their understanding of the CAC movement and model\, who is part of an MDT\, and how case review works. The content in training will assist CACs in their onboarding process.  \nRegister for MDT Orientation using this link https://www.mycacwa.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/8.  \nTo register click on the Register button and select Single Registration. On the registration page\, please select the date you want to attend. MDT Orientation is a single event and not a series\, so it is not necessary to select multiple dates.  \nPlease note the date of MDT Orientation may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/mdt-orientation-april-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:All CACWA and MDT Members,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240327T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231206T162612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T162612Z
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SUMMARY:Victim Advocate Roundtable - March
DESCRIPTION:Victim Advocate Roundtable is held the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  The group is open to victim advocates working with CACs and MDTs in Washington State including CAC-based\, community-based\, and systems-based advocates.  This is a supportive space to network\, share current practices in the field\, and receive input on challenging cases from peers. \nRegister for roundtable by clicking here. \nOn the registration landing page click on the Register button then select Single Registration on the registration pop up. On the event registration page\, please select the dates you want to attend.  \nNote that there are two sessions that fall on the third Wednesday due to calendar conflicts – January 17 and December 18\, 2024. \nThe date of Victim Advocate Roundtable may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \n 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/victim-advocate-roundtable-march/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Victim Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20240108T225823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T225823Z
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SUMMARY:March CACWA Accreditation Lunch & Learn - Forensic Interview Standard
DESCRIPTION:Accreditation is the highest level of membership that a CAC can achieve as part of NCA’s nationwide network. It is a rigorous process that ensures quality evidence-based services are being provided by CACs for children and families according to NCA’s National Standards of Accreditation. In this series we will review each of the standards and associated sections of the application on a monthly basis. Attending any or all of the Lunch & Learn sessions will help with understanding the accreditation process by reviewing the changes in the 2023 Standards and organizing the application process. \nTo register for this event click here!
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/march-cacwa-accreditation-lunch-learn-forensic-interview-standard/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accreditation/Reaccreditation
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240307T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240307T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231202T000731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T002358Z
UID:22206-1709809200-1709814600@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Washington Statewide Forensic Interview Peer Review
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of forensic interview peer review is to provide Forensic and/or Child Interview Specialists and MDT Partners with an opportunity to review forensic interviews\, discuss specific interview techniques\, provide feedback regarding the quality of documentation\, and review relevant research. \nPeer review meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM and participants are expected to take turns presenting cases. If you need assistance with preparing a transcript for peer review\, please contact Lisette at lisette@cacwa.org. \nTo register for peer review\, please click here. On the registration landing page\, click Register and then select Single Registration on the pop up window. On the registration screen you may select as many dates as you wish to attend. \nPlease note the date of Peer Review may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \n 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/washington-statewide-forensic-interviewer-peer-review-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231201T180920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T180920Z
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SUMMARY:MDT Orientation - March 2024
DESCRIPTION:Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Orientation is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:00-Noon.  MDT Orientation will provide foundational information to new MDT members that will further their understanding of the CAC movement and model\, who is part of an MDT\, and how case review works. The content in training will assist CACs in their onboarding process.  \nRegister for MDT Orientation using this link https://www.mycacwa.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/8.  \nTo register click on the Register button and select Single Registration. On the registration page\, please select the date you want to attend. MDT Orientation is a single event and not a series\, so it is not necessary to select multiple dates.  \nPlease note the date of MDT Orientation may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/mdt-orientation-march-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:All CACWA and MDT Members,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231206T162410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T162410Z
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SUMMARY:Victim Advocate Roundtable - February
DESCRIPTION:Victim Advocate Roundtable is held the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  The group is open to victim advocates working with CACs and MDTs in Washington State including CAC-based\, community-based\, and systems-based advocates.  This is a supportive space to network\, share current practices in the field\, and receive input on challenging cases from peers. \nRegister for roundtable by clicking here. \nOn the registration landing page click on the Register button then select Single Registration on the registration pop up. On the event registration page\, please select the dates you want to attend.  \nNote that there are two sessions that fall on the third Wednesday due to calendar conflicts – January 17 and December 18\, 2024. \nThe date of Victim Advocate Roundtable may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \n 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/victim-advocate-roundtable-february/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Victim Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240222T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20240131T225003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T225003Z
UID:22255-1708592400-1708603200@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Responding to Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children: Skills for Advocates
DESCRIPTION:This training is geared towards Advocates with foundational knowledge of sexual exploitation and trafficking. The workshop begins with a set of core practices for Advocates responding to CSEC to increase engagement and support clients across a range of activities\, including developing skills and connections. Participants will also explore the specific needs\, laws\, services\, and systems that youth are navigating. \nLearning Objectives \n\nLearn about the specific effects of harm\, violence\, and trauma experienced by commercially sexually exploited children.\nLearn about Advocacy strategies to support clients navigating complex systems.\nExplore coping strategies\, protective factors\, and resiliency practices to support stabilization and recovery.\n\nAbout the trainer: Leslie Briner\, MSW \nFor over 20 years\, Leslie Briner has served families experiencing homelessness\, youth with developmental disabilities\, youth in the foster care system and\, since 2005\, has worked with youth impacted by sexual exploitation and trafficking. She has designed\, implemented\, and directed services for youth in a range of settings. And\, developed extensive training on the topics of trafficking\, trauma\, and organizational practice. To date\, she has trained over 8000 people as well as providing substantial technical assistance and consultation on these issues in Washington State and across the country. \nLeslie operates Social Strategies\, an education and consulting practice based in Seattle\, Washington. She works as a consultant with YouthCare\, Casey Family Programs\, the Capacity Building Center for States\, as well as being Associate Faculty at the University of Washington\, School of Social Work where she earned her Master’s in Social Work (MSW) in 2010. \nClick HERE to register for this event.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/responding-to-commercial-sexual-exploitation-of-children-skills-for-advocates/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:CSEC
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240221T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20240108T225550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T225550Z
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SUMMARY:February CACWA Accreditation Lunch & Learn - Diversity\, Equity\, and Access Standard
DESCRIPTION:Accreditation is the highest level of membership that a CAC can achieve as part of NCA’s nationwide network. It is a rigorous process that ensures quality evidence-based services are being provided by CACs for children and families according to NCA’s National Standards of Accreditation. In this series we will review each of the standards and associated sections of the application on a monthly basis. Attending any or all of the Lunch & Learn sessions will help with understanding the accreditation process by reviewing the changes in the 2023 Standards and organizing the application process. \nTo register for this event click here!
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/february-cacwa-accreditation-lunch-learn-diversity-equity-and-access-standard/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accreditation/Reaccreditation
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240213T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240213T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231128T194201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T194201Z
UID:22195-1707814800-1707818400@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:From Forensic Interviewer to Expert Witness
DESCRIPTION:As a Forensic Interviewer\, receiving a subpoena to testify can be nerve-wracking – whether called to testify for the very first time or as an experienced expert witness. \nThis presentation will help brand new interviewers\, and remind tenured interviewers\, how to best prepare for their court testimony including: \n\npreparing\, creating and maintaining a CV\nefficiently reviewing your forensic interview\ncommunicating succinctly and efficiently to the jury\nreview of common defense questions\n\nThis presentation will provide a step-by-step guide to preparing for trial and effective testimony. Participants will also receive access to templates to get a jump start on preparing to testify. \nPresenter – Megan Peterson \nMegan Peterson worked in the child abuse field for 18 years before transitioning to VidaNyx. Her tenure is solely linked to direct service\, working in Oklahoma and Texas\, as a CPS Investigator for 10 years\, and as a Forensic Interviewer for 8 years. She has conducted 2\,479 forensic interviews and approximately 1400 child abuse investigations\, completed over 1300 hours of cumulative training\, and testified as an expert witness in numerous criminal court proceedings. She is a social worker and interviewer at heart and has dedicated herself to protecting children and helping others. \nRegister for this event by clicking here.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/from-forensic-interviewer-to-expert-witness/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231201T180231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T180231Z
UID:22197-1707300000-1707307200@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:MDT Orientation - February 2024
DESCRIPTION:Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Orientation is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:00-Noon.  MDT Orientation will provide foundational information to new MDT members that will further their understanding of the CAC movement and model\, who is part of an MDT\, and how case review works. The content in training will assist CACs in their onboarding process.  \nRegister for MDT Orientation using this link https://www.mycacwa.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/8.  \nTo register click on the Register button and select Single Registration. On the registration page\, please select the date you want to attend. MDT Orientation is a single event and not a series\, so it is not necessary to select multiple dates.  \nPlease note the date of MDT Orientation may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/mdt-orientation-february-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:All CACWA and MDT Members,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240201T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231202T000416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T002437Z
UID:22205-1706785200-1706790600@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Washington Statewide Forensic Interview Peer Review
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of forensic interview peer review is to provide Forensic and/or Child Interview Specialists and MDT Partners with an opportunity to review forensic interviews\, discuss specific interview techniques\, provide feedback regarding the quality of documentation\, and review relevant research. \nPeer review meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM and participants are expected to take turns presenting cases. If you need assistance with preparing a transcript for peer review\, please contact Lisette at lisette@cacwa.org. \nTo register for peer review\, please click here. On the registration landing page\, click Register and then select Single Registration on the pop up window. On the registration screen you may select as many dates as you wish to attend. \nPlease note the date of Peer Review may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \n 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/washington-statewide-forensic-interviewer-peer-review-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20240108T224856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T224856Z
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SUMMARY:January CACWA Accreditation Lunch & Learn - Accreditation Timeline & Process and the MDT Standard
DESCRIPTION:Accreditation is the highest level of membership that a CAC can achieve as part of NCA’s nationwide network. It is a rigorous process that ensures quality evidence-based services are being provided by CACs for children and families according to NCA’s National Standards of Accreditation. In this series we will review each of the standards and associated sections of the application on a monthly basis. Attending any or all of the Lunch & Learn sessions will help with understanding the accreditation process by reviewing the changes in the 2023 Standards and organizing the application process. \nJanuary is the kickoff for the Lunch & Learn sessions and we will begin with an overview of the accreditation timeline and the application itself. This will be followed up by  walking through the MDT Standard taking a look at new language and added sections in the 2023 National Standards of Accreditation. \nTo register for this event click here!
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/january-cacwa-accreditation-lunch-learn-accreditation-timeline-process-and-the-mdt-standard/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Accreditation/Reaccreditation
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231206T161957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T161957Z
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SUMMARY:Victim Advocacy Roundtable - January
DESCRIPTION:Victim Advocate Roundtable is held the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  The group is open to victim advocates working with CACs and MDTs in Washington State including CAC-based\, community-based\, and systems-based advocates.  This is a supportive space to network\, share current practices in the field\, and receive input on challenging cases from peers. \nRegister for roundtable by clicking here. \nOn the registration landing page click on the Register button then select Single Registration on the registration pop up. On the event registration page\, please select the dates you want to attend.  \nNote that there are two sessions that fall on the third Wednesday due to calendar conflicts – January 17 and December 18\, 2024. \nThe date of Victim Advocate Roundtable may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \n 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/victim-advocacy-roundtable-january/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Victim Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240110T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231128T193743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T193743Z
UID:22194-1704880800-1704886200@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:The Cycle of Aubse: Marianismo and Machismo in the Hispanic Community
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will examine the cultural distinctives of marianismo and machismo in Hispanic culture and how these values can perpetuate violence within family systems especially towards women and children. We will discuss in detail these cultural distinctives and how the cultural stigma about speaking out can actually keep victims in cycles of abuse. \nPresenters: \nHilda McClure \nHilda McClure holds a Master of Arts in Counseling from the Dallas Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Dallas Baptist University. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Associate\, specializing in working with children\, adolescents and young adults. Hilda is also a trained EMDR therapist\, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in training\, and a trauma-focused bilingual counselor. \nDr. Leti Cavazos \nDr. Leti Cavazos holds a Doctor of Social Work degree from the University of Tennessee with an emphasis in Clinical Practice and Leadership. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her research study was entitled\, “Assessing the Characteristics of Male Victims of Domestic Violence Experiencing Homelessness.” Her work has led her to create several successful programs including building the foundation for the first male domestic violence shelter in Texas. \nRegister for this event by clicking here. 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/the-cycle-of-aubse-marianismo-and-machismo-in-the-hispanic-community/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:All CACWA and MDT Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240104T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240104T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231201T235335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T002507Z
UID:22204-1704366000-1704371400@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Washington Statewide Forensic Interview Peer Review
DESCRIPTION:Washington Statewide Forensic Interviewer Peer Review meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM.  These meetings are an opportunity for forensic interviewers across the state to review forensic interviewing techniques for cases involving suspected child abuse. Peer review provides a space for thorough discussion and interview feedback as well as overview of relevant research in the field of forensic interviewing. In addition\, meetings provide opportunity for networking with other forensic interviewers in the field and peer support across the state. \nRegister for Peer Review using this link https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vduCqrjgtGtKy-It8sXN1EQOmb5kg5gqn \nPlease note the date of Peer Review may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/washington-statewide-forensic-interviewer-peer-review-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240103T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231201T175906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T180326Z
UID:22196-1704276000-1704283200@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:MDT Orientation  - January 2024
DESCRIPTION:Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Orientation is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:00-Noon.  MDT Orientation will provide foundational information to new MDT members that will further their understanding of the CAC movement and model\, who is part of an MDT\, and how case review works. The content in training will assist CACs in their onboarding process.  \nRegister for MDT Orientation using this link https://www.mycacwa.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/8.   \nTo register click on the Register button and select Single Registration. On the registration page\, please select the date you want to attend. MDT Orientation is a single event and not a series\, so it is not necessary to select multiple dates.  \nPlease note the date of MDT Orientation may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/mdt-orientation-january-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:All CACWA and MDT Members,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20221220T194503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T194503Z
UID:20780-1703674800-1703678400@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Victim Advocacy Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Victim Advocate Roundtable is held the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  The group is open to victim advocates working with CACs and MDTs in Washington State including CAC-based\, community-based\, and systems-based advocates.  This is a supportive space to network\, share current practices in the field\, and receive input on challenging cases from peers. \nRegister for the Victim Advocate Roundtable using this link\, https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-yhrzsjHNMVD4beDpL-lPv3lxzJZlIo. \nPlease note the date of Victim Advocate Roundtable may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/victim-advocacy-roundtable-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Victim Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231218T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231128T192939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T192939Z
UID:22192-1702886400-1702900800@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Interviewing Children with Disabilities - Part II
DESCRIPTION:This training is intended for forensic interviewers who want to learn how to communicate with individuals who do not speak or who are considered “non-verbal.” This workshop will discuss adaptations to account for individuals who do not speak\, use gestures\, use a communication device\, or speak few words. Participants will have increased understanding of verbal behavior and communication methods; increased knowledge of communication considerations when interviewing someone who does not speak; and learn reliable and legally defensible techniques that can be applied in interviews. \nPresenter: Staci Whitney\, LMSW with Modell Consulting Group  \nStaci Whitney\, LMSW is the Senior Director for Modell Consulting Group\, LLC (MCG). Since 2017\, Ms. Whitney has been responsible for teaching and co-authoring trainings on interviewing individuals from vulnerable populations. Specifically\, Ms. Whitney led two projects which included contributions from other national experts to develop advanced Forensic Interviewing protocols for interviewing individuals with disabilities (Project FIND) and older adults (SAFE). Prior to her work with MCG\, Ms. Whitney was the Senior Forensic Interviewer at Bivona Child Advocacy Center in Rochester\, NY and was responsible for developing Bivona’s Forensic Interviewing Program. During that time\, Ms. Whitney had extensive training and experience in the field of Forensic Interviewing including interviewing individuals with disabilities who are victims or witnesses of crime. She has developed and delivered numerous trainings to Multidisciplinary Team Members internationally on recognizing and responding to suspicions and reports of abuse\, neglect and maltreatment. \nRegister for this event by clicking here. 
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/interviewing-children-with-disabilities-part-ii/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20231128T192005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T193047Z
UID:22191-1702454400-1702468800@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Interviewing Children with Disabilities - Part I
DESCRIPTION:This training is intended for forensic interviewers seeking to advance their understanding of basic communication techniques that are reliable\, legally defensible\, effective\, and accommodating for individuals with disabilities who are alleged victims of abuse or neglect. Considerations and adaptations to account for individual disability\, language capacity\, and cultural background will be discussed. Participants will learn about biases and assumptions related to investigating cases involving victims or witnesses with disabilities\, abuse dynamics\, possible indicators of abuse or neglect\, using a strength-based perspective\, effective question types\, and other information on eliciting reliable information from individuals with disabilities. \nPresenter: Staci Whitney\, LMSW with Modell Consulting Group \nStaci Whitney\, LMSW is the Senior Director for Modell Consulting Group\, LLC (MCG). Since 2017\, Ms. Whitney has been responsible for teaching and co-authoring trainings on interviewing individuals from vulnerable populations. Specifically\, Ms. Whitney led two projects which included contributions from other national experts to develop advanced Forensic Interviewing protocols for interviewing individuals with disabilities (Project FIND) and older adults (SAFE). Prior to her work with MCG\, Ms. Whitney was the Senior Forensic Interviewer at Bivona Child Advocacy Center in Rochester\, NY and was responsible for developing Bivona’s Forensic Interviewing Program. During that time\, Ms. Whitney had extensive training and experience in the field of Forensic Interviewing including interviewing individuals with disabilities who are victims or witnesses of crime. She has developed and delivered numerous trainings to Multidisciplinary Team Members internationally on recognizing and responding to suspicions and reports of abuse\, neglect and maltreatment. \nRegister for this training by clicking here. \nPart II coming December 18th.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/interviewing-children-with-disabilities-part-i/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews,MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20221209T191919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T002614Z
UID:20758-1701946800-1701952200@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Washington Statewide Forensic Interview Peer Review
DESCRIPTION:Washington Statewide Forensic Interviewer Peer Review meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM.  These meetings are an opportunity for forensic interviewers across the state to review forensic interviewing techniques for cases involving suspected child abuse. Peer review provides a space for thorough discussion and interview feedback as well as overview of relevant research in the field of forensic interviewing. In addition\, meetings provide opportunity for networking with other forensic interviewers in the field and peer support across the state. \nRegister for Peer Review using this link https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vduCqrjgtGtKy-It8sXN1EQOmb5kg5gqn \nPlease note the date of Peer Review may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/20758/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20221220T224453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T224453Z
UID:20793-1701856800-1701862200@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Multidisciplinary Team Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Orientation is held on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:00-11:30 AM.  MDT Orientation will provide foundational information to new MDT members that will further their understanding of the CAC movement and model\, who is part of an MDT\, and how case review works. The content in training will assist CACs in their onboarding process.  \nRegister for MDT Orientation using this link https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtd-yorjIrEtSx1SfMKbzATWwAPDMWjUHs \nPlease note the date of MDT Orientation may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/multidisciplinary-team-orientation-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:MDT Team Members
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20221220T194240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T194240Z
UID:20779-1700650800-1700654400@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Victim Advocacy Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Victim Advocate Roundtable is held the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.  The group is open to victim advocates working with CACs and MDTs in Washington State including CAC-based\, community-based\, and systems-based advocates.  This is a supportive space to network\, share current practices in the field\, and receive input on challenging cases from peers. \nRegister for the Victim Advocate Roundtable using this link\, https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-yhrzsjHNMVD4beDpL-lPv3lxzJZlIo. \nPlease note the date of Victim Advocate Roundtable may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/victim-advocacy-roundtable-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Victim Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231102T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T125731
CREATED:20221209T191650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T191650Z
UID:20757-1698922800-1698928200@cacwa.org
SUMMARY:Washington Statewide Forensic Interviewer Peer Review
DESCRIPTION:Washington Statewide Forensic Interviewer Peer Review meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM.  These meetings are an opportunity for forensic interviewers across the state to review forensic interviewing techniques for cases involving suspected child abuse. Peer review provides a space for thorough discussion and interview feedback as well as overview of relevant research in the field of forensic interviewing. In addition\, meetings provide opportunity for networking with other forensic interviewers in the field and peer support across the state. \nRegister for Peer Review using this link https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vduCqrjgtGtKy-It8sXN1EQOmb5kg5gqn \nPlease note the date of Peer Review may change due to unforeseen calendar conflicts. \nContact training@cacwa.org with any questions or issues with registration.
URL:https://cacwa.org/event/washington-statewide-forensic-interviewer-peer-review-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Forensic Interviews
ORGANIZER;CN="CACWA":MAILTO:training@cacwa.org
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