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.
- No events scheduled for May 11, 2025.
CYS Management Meeting
Illinois State University 200 North University Street (Bone Student Center; Circus Room), Normal- No events scheduled for May 16, 2025.
- No events scheduled for May 17, 2025.
Week of Events
Restorative Justice 101
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…
Casey Life Skills
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…
Transformational Coaching
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…
ICOY Monthly Member Call
ICOY Monthly Member Call
Register below for ICOY’s monthly member call where we’ll provide updates from state and federal agencies on topics related to your work. If you don’t currently belong to a member organization but would like to participate, reach out to ICOY’s Senior Manager of Communications & Outreach, Conor Van Santen, at cvansanten@icoyouth.org.
CYS Management Meeting
CYS Management Meeting
Please join us for today’s IN PERSON 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. No more than 2 guests per organization.
Grant Writing 102: Distinct and Unique- Setting Your Organization Apart from Other Grant Applicants
Grant Writing 102: Distinct and Unique- Setting Your Organization Apart from Other Grant Applicants
Imagine a grant officer sitting in front of the stack of proposals she received today. How do you ensure that she forwards your proposal on for review? Imagine a grant reader who has two days to review a dozen grant proposals. How do you increase your chances that he will read past your executive summary?…
Vicarious Trauma
Vicarious Trauma
During this training session we will review the signs, symptoms, and risk factors of vicarious trauma. Participants will explore the stress responses that can be experienced and the best ways to support services providers. Participants will gain increased awareness and understanding of the potential impact of secondary trauma, while also gaining positive responses to vicarious…