Upcoming Events
ICOY hosts training, policy forums, special events and other meetings for our membership, direct service providers contracted through the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and service administrators. See a calendar of all our upcoming events and training.
Child Welfare Coalition Call
Join ICOY and other member organizations on a call to discuss key changes in the child welfare and youth-led arena.The goal is to create a child welfare system that prepares youth to become successful and self-sufficient. Illinois Collaboration on Youth (ICOY) seeks to focus the attention of Illinois’ elected officials in all branches of government…
Building Safer Programming by Making Community Connections (RPSA)
This training is for any level of direct service staff responsible for community outreach efforts or teams that work in underserved communities.Navigating staff safety is an important and sometimes challenging effort. This training focuses on building partnerships and outreach strategies that can increase positive community relationships and therefore reduce the potential for unsafe situations.
Postive Youth Development
Understanding Youth Development: Harnessing the Power to TransformIndividuals and Communities: History / Core Concepts / Practical Application This module provides participants the opportunity to ground themselves within the history and theory that have led to positive youth development. Core principles and concepts of youth development as a model to create organizational and community change is…
CYS Management Meeting
Please join us for today's management meeting for CYS providers! As a reminder, this meeting is mandatory for each program with the purpose of increasing communication across programs and with the state.
IDHS Special Trauma Topic Training: Community Trauma and Resiliency
This training session is designed to provide a deeper understanding of community trauma and equip participants with the knowledge and tools to promote well-being, resiliency, and community healing. Additionally, participants will discuss the impact of community trauma in their work and respective communities they serve. Two continuing education credits will be offered for this training.…
IDHS Informational Session: CBAT-O Final Report & Scores
Join the ICOY Trauma Team for an informative live session where we'll guide you through comprehending your CBAT-O report and scores. We'll cover all assessment sections and provide valuable insights into recommended training opportunities. Additionally, our team will discuss the subsequent action plans for organizations and engage in a live question-and-answer session. Don't hesitate to…
HYBRID: Meet & Greet with DCFS Director Heidi Mueller
B'Link Center 2702 Ireland Grove Rd, Bloomington, IL, United StatesOur Meet & Greet at the B'Link Center in Bloomington with new DCFS Director Heidi Mueller has sold out due to in-person capacity restrictions. If you were unable to reserve a ticket, we will be hosting a livestream of the event. Click below to register for that livestream and for more information! Please email ICOY…
Greater IL: Trauma-Informed Supervision
This training is designed for supervisors to discuss their role and impact on and in organizations. As supervisors, we must incorporate trauma-informed care principles to address workplace trauma experienced by staff. During this training, Trauma-Informed Supervision will highlight tools for effectively building relationships, managing conflict, and communication skills within teams. Participants will gain strategies to…
CYS 201
In this training, we will discuss building Area Project Boards, Community Committees, and Youth Committees with an emphasis on member retention. Engaging committees and retaining members is essential to the CYS program. Community engagement and activity implementation are the basis for the 8 objectives that CYS is grounded on. We will also dive into discussing…
Casey Life Skils
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…
DEI IV: Hip Hop intersectionality and Creating a shared language
This training will pair Hip Hop with intersectionality to support shared analysis and to better equip participants who work with youth and families to establish open lines of communication across various upbringings and a better understanding of backgrounds. The pioneers of Hip-Hop were empowered through the ability to voice their reality and find meaningful collective…
CCBYS Planning Meeting
Please join us on March 6th for an in-person meeting for CCBYS providers.