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LGBTQ+ Learning Community
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Learning Community, facilitated by Marlee Goodman, ICOY’s LGBTQ+ Liaison, HRC, and Training & Trauma Initiatives Specialist. These 1-hour conversational and informational sessions will create a space to bring together leaders in the field committed to advancing the rights, safety, and authenticity of queer youth, families, and service providers across…
Staff Engagement and Community Outreach
This 2-hour training session will provide participants with principles that will enhance their engagement practices by examining cultural sensitivity, self-control, values & beliefs and offer tips on creating quality and impactful outreach efforts. In these sessions, we will look at: -Effective and Relevant communication -Relationship Building -Visions and Goals -Celebration & Recognition -Needs Assessment -Assessing…
Peace Circle 101
Discover how Peace Circles can transform your approach to team dynamics and youth engagement by building trust, understanding, and collaboration. This beginner-friendly training will introduce you to the core principles of Peace Circles, guiding you through the process of creating a safe, inclusive space for open dialogue. You’ll also gain hands-on experience with essential facilitation…
ICOY 101
Join ICOY's Membership team for an overview of ICOY's benefits, partnerships, history, and offerings! This session will be geared towards new staff at ICOY's member organizations as well as prospective members. All are welcome! Email Sr. Manager of Communications & Outreach Conor Van Santen (cvansanten@icoyouth.org) with any questions you may have!
Community Youth Services Bidders Conference
CYS is designed to prevent and reduce juvenile delinquency and violence. The program is built on organizing community members into committees and the committees address community conditions effecting youth, young adults and their families. The community committees are independent, autonomous units comprised of community volunteers and youth, at minimum, working towards changing the community environment…
Casey Life Skills
Please join us for this Casey Life skills training, developed by Casey Family Programs, which teaches youth providers how to use life skills assessments with youth in homeless youth and transitioning youth programs. Casey assessments also have applications in a variety of other youth service programs including basic centers, street outreach programs, educational outreach programs…
BenElevate x ICOY PSLF Updates
Join Jason DiLorenzeo from BenElevate and ICOY's Membership Team to go over the many offerings that ICOY members can take advantage of from BenElevate! BenElevate helps employees and enterprises track and stay informed about their eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Their program can incentivize workforce development and retention! Jason will also provide…
LGBTQ+ Learning Community
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Learning Community, facilitated by Marlee Goodman, ICOY’s LGBTQ+ Liaison, HRC, and Training & Trauma Initiatives Specialist. These 1-hour conversational and informational sessions will create a space to bring together leaders in the field committed to advancing the rights, safety, and authenticity of queer youth, families, and service providers across…
Restorative Justice 101
RJ 101 is a one-and-a-half-hour virtual introduction to restorative justice that provides participants with a foundational understanding of restorative justice principles, practices, and applications. The session will cover the core concepts of restorative justice, explore its differences from traditional justice systems, and discuss its applications in educational settings, workplaces, and the criminal justice system. Interactive…
Transformational Coaching
This 3-hour training session will assist leaders in establishing meaningful relationships and expose them to alternative ways of thinking and behaving. This Concept embraces the understanding of choice and is designed to encourage the transformation of the mind, heart, and spirit. Areas we will explore include: -How to lead by example -Effective Communication -Building and…
LGBTQ+ Learning Community
Join us for our monthly LGBTQ+ Learning Community, facilitated by Marlee Goodman, ICOY’s LGBTQ+ Liaison, HRC, and Training & Trauma Initiatives Specialist. These 1-hour conversational and informational sessions will create a space to bring together leaders in the field committed to advancing the rights, safety, and authenticity of queer youth, families, and service providers across…
Peace Circle 102
333 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60604 333 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesThis advanced training explores how to facilitate restorative spaces in high-stakes environments. Program providers often work with youth navigating complex challenges, including gang affiliation, community violence, and personal loss. This session will equip participants with strategies to hold space for meaningful discussions while maintaining structure and emotional safety. Participants will learn practical facilitation techniques to…