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  • Contains 5 Component(s) Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 10/22/2024 at 11:00 AM (EDT)

    The Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Basic training is appropriate for Master’s level therapists and above or those who are working on a Master’s degree and providing mental health services under the supervision of a licensed professional. TF-CBT has more data (25 + randomized trials and a number of quasi-experimental studies) to support the model’s effectiveness in helping children and families overcome the impact of child abuse and trauma than any other therapy model available. TF-CBT has been recognized by the federal government as a model program and is included on numerous websites for evidence-based practices.


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    This live training with Ashley Fiore, LCSW, includes two required learning sessions; Learning Session 1 is October 22, 24, 29  from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EST; Learning Session 2 is one day and will be held early Feb 2025, from 11:00am - 5:00pm EST. NCA Is applying for CEs through professional organizations. This will be an interactive and participatory virtual training experience with pre-work and action period assignments that build participants’ skills at implementing TF-CBT with children and families with fidelity and clinical competence. Clinicians will receive a training packet which will be mailed to them, private online access to over 800 downloadable clinical resources for TF-CBT, access to a private TF-CBT Clinical Discussion Forum with other participants and includes 12 group consultation calls 

    *Note: Training packets will be mailed on 10/7/24 to participants who have paid their registration in full and have provided their mailing address below. If we do not receive this information by 10/7/24, you will be responsible for downloading and printing these materials for yourself from the handouts.

    Pre-Training Assignments are due October 18, 2024 Note: It is important that participants complete all Pre-Training Assignments to maximize their learning during training, which will focus on applying those concepts. A mandatory Welcome Call will be held Thursday October 10, 2024, 2:00pm-3:00pm EST.

    Attendees should have an active caseload appropriate for TF-CBT and be ready to apply the model. Supervisors are welcome to attend training; however, if they are not carrying their own active TF-CBT cases, they will not meet criteria to seek national certification.

    There is a cap of 50 attendees for this training. You must be paid in full to count toward the participation cap. It is strongly recommended you pay with credit card to ensure your spot is secure. If you plan to pay by check, you must email Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org, to let us know you are sending a check. The check must be received by October 11, 2024.

    If registration is full, this means that our capacity has been met. Please email jbolton@nca-online.org, and we will add you to the waiting list. 

    The cost for the training is $450 and includes 12 consultation calls. You may use NCA grant funds for this training. Your spot will not be reserved until payment is received. If you are paying by check, please mail ASAP to ensure your spot. 

    To pay by check, select "check" under payment method during check out. After checking out, please save your invoice or email confirmation. 

    Mail your check and invoice, payable to National Children's Alliance, to:

    National Children's Alliance P.O. Box 71477 Washington, DC 20024 

    Your name and TF-CBT Intro must be on the check memo or on a note with your check, otherwise it will not be approved. Do not mail checks to the former NCA office address, please use the PO Box listed above.

    The Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) training is appropriate for Master’s level therapists and above or those who are working on a Master’s degree and providing mental health services under the supervision of a licensed professional. TF-CBT has more data (25 + randomized trials and a number of quasi-experimental studies) to support the model’s effectiveness in helping children and families overcome the impact of child abuse and trauma than any other therapy model available. TF-CBT has been recognized by the federal government as a model program and is included on numerous websites for evidence-based practices. 

    At the conclusion of this TF-CBT training, participants will be able to: 

    •  Evaluate which cases would benefit from TF-CBT and successfully engage families in treatment
    •  Create session agendas and structure TF-CBT sessions to meet fidelity standards
    •  Explain how to integrate gradual exposure into every TF-CBT session
    • Support children and teens in developing skills that enhance coping and symptom reduction in the aftermath of trauma 
    • Support caregivers in developing coping skills and parenting strategies for responding to children’s therapeutic needs in the aftermath of trauma 
    • Apply and implement the PRACTICE components of TF-CBT with families impacted by trauma 

    Upon completion of the virtual training, participants will have most of the requirements for formal certification in TF-CBT (obtained through the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy National Therapist Certification Program). The Virtual Training and group calls count toward the requirements for national certification in TF-CBT. However, a few additional guidelines for national certification must be met as established by the developers. (For more information, please see www.tfcbt.org)Training participants are required to have a web camera (i.e., on a laptop computer or cell phone) in order to participate in the TF-CBT 4-day training via web-platform. 

    The training will be offered over 4 days including:

    3-day Learning Session 1: 

    Tuesday October 22, 2024: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT  

    Thursday October 24, 2024: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT  

    Tuesday October 29, 2024: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT 

    1-day Learning Session 2:

    DATE TBD, Early February 2025; 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT

    Pre-Requisite: TF-CBTWeb *please note that there is a $35 fee that is NOT covered as part of your registration and which is paid to the Medical University of South Carolina through TF-CBTWeb.

    Completion of TF-CBT Web2.0 is required as a prerequisite to the virtual TF-CBT training and proof of completion should be submitted to Jami Bolton at NCA 3 days prior to Day 1 of the virtual training.  Email your certificate of completion to jbolton@nca-online.org 

    Registration:

    To register for this training, you will need an NCA Engage account. If you do not have one, visit NCA Engage Getting Started page for step-by-step instructions to request an NCA Engage account. The account request form will include a field that asks for an Organizational ID number. The Organizational ID number will inform us that the person signing into NCA Engage is employed at or partnered with a member organization. Please email membership@nca-online.org if you need your Organizational ID. If you are not employed at or partnered with a member organization, please enter MH24 as your Organizational ID for non-member access to NCA Engage. Non-member access will provide access to the training. 

     ** As a reminder, if you are paying by check, your training registration is incomplete, and your spot will not be reserved, until your check is received and is manually approved by our staff. Your name and TF-CBT Intro must be on the check memo or on a note with your check, otherwise it will not be approved. Do not mail checks to the former NCA office address, please use the PO Box listed above. 

    If you need any disability accommodations for this training, please reach out to Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org

    By registering for this training, I agree to the following:

    -I will complete all Pre-training assignments and email proof of my certificate of completion for TF-CBT Web 2.0 to Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org

    -I will provide brief monthly data regarding my caseload to meet funder requirements; this enables NCA to offer training at a reduced rate for trainees

    -Successful completion of TF-CBT Training includes: participating in all training activities, including didactic portion and interactive breakout activities and discussions; having my camera on during training and consultation calls; remaining in a stationary, private space during training and consultation; attending and participating in at least 75% of all scheduled group consultation calls (9 of 12), presenting my own TF-CBT treatment case during group consultation twice. 

     For any questions or concerns related to this training, or your participation, please contact Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org

    Ashley Fiore, MSW, LCSW

    National Trainer

    National Children's Alliance Institute for Better Mental Health Outcomes

    Ashley Fiore has worked with CACs throughout her professional career as a clinician, clinical director, program manager, trainer, and consultant. She has assessed and treated over 2,000 children and families using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT). Prior to joining NCA, Ashley served as clinical faculty for the North Carolina Child Treatment Program, where she trained TF-CBT and provided individual and group consultation to clinicians using a learning collaborative model. She has expertise in the implementation and dissemination of evidence-based, trauma focused, child/family interventions. Ashley is a certified trainer in TF-CBT and AF-CBT and has provided training/consultation on trauma-informed comprehensive clinical assessments, trauma-related problematic sexual behaviors in children, and implementation support of evidence-based treatment models. She received her MSW from UNC-Chapel Hill, and enjoys gardening, making pottery, and hiking in her free time. 

  • Contains 2 Component(s) Includes a Live In-Person Event on 10/15/2024 at 9:00 AM (MDT)

    Advanced TF-CBT PSB Intensive (Children 12 and Under) Learning Session 1 includes 3 full days of live training in Denver, CO on October 15, 16, and 17 from 8:30 – 5:00 pm Learning Session 2 includes two virtual live training ½ days, Tuesday, Jan 21 from 11 am -2:30pm EST and Thursday, Jan 23 from 11 am – 2 pm EST. We are applying for CEs from professional organizations. This will be an interactive and participatory training in person and virtual training experience with pre-work and action period assignments that build participants’ skills at implementing a PSB application TF-CBT with children aged 12 and under and families with fidelity and clinical competence


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    Advanced TF-CBT PSB Intensive (Children 12 and Under) 

    This 10-month long Advanced Training Intensive includes two learning sessions with Ashley Fiore, LCSW, and Geoff Sidoli, LCSW

    Learning Session 1 includes 3 full days of live training in Denver, CO on October 15, 16, and 17 from 8:30 – 5:00 pm

    Learning Session 2 includes two virtual live training ½ days, Tuesday, Jan 21 from 11 am -2:30pm EST and Thursday, Jan 23 from 11 am – 2 pm EST. We are applying for CEs from professional organizations. This will be an interactive and participatory training in person and virtual training experience with pre-work and action period assignments that build participants’ skills at implementing a PSB application TF-CBT with children aged 12 and under and families with fidelity and clinical competence

    Training content includes: Client identification and standardized assessment of children and their caregivers; interpretation, case conceptualization, record review practice; structured interviewing of children and caregivers, developing individualized treatment goals and safety plans, techniques for engaging caregivers in dissent/denial, PRACTICE component application of TF-CBT, and clinical skill development for working with this population. Training will include case application of TF-CBT using an evolving case study with video demonstration of skills. Clinicians will receive a training packet, private online access to over 800 downloadable clinical resources for TF-CBT, access to a private TF-CBT PSB Clinical Discussion Forum with other participants and includes 11 group consultation calls co-facilitated by the trainers. Clinicians must attend at least 8 of 11 calls to successfully complete training. 

    NOTE: By registering for this training, I agree to the following:  

    I have completed Basic TF-CBT Training AND at least 9 of 12 group consultation calls with a developer-endorsed, national trainer.

    *Please provide proof of training and group call completion and/or national certification by emailing this to Jami Bolton at jbolton@nca-online.org by October 4, 2024. 

    A core element of this training course involves reflecting on your individual growth as a clinician serving children experiencing trauma and exhibiting problematic sexual behaviors. NCA will use this data to evaluate clinical skill development and effectiveness of training techniques. Results will be shared in an aggregate, deidentified format to guide future training, help participants reflect on individual progress to build their confidence and competence, and to demonstrate effectiveness of the training experience. 

    I commit to sharing information about my readiness, familiarity, willingness, and ability to serve this population pre-training and post-training.  

    I commit to completing all pre-training and action period assignments 

    I will participate in the Welcome Call Oct 3 at 2 pm EST

    I will participate in at least 8 of 11 scheduled Group Consultation Calls

    I commit to submitting deidentified client data related to monthly # of children/families served

    Attendees should have an active caseload appropriate for TF-CBT PSB and be ready to apply the model with at least 2 children. Supervisors are welcome to attend training; however, if they are not carrying their own active TF-CBT PSB cases, they will not meet criteria to complete training requirements. 

    It is recommended you pay with credit card to ensure your spot is secure. If you plan to pay by check, you must email Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org, to let us know you are sending a check. The check must be received by Friday, Oct 4, 2024. 

    If registration is full, this means that our capacity has been met. Please email jbolton@nca-online.org, and we will add you to the waiting list.  

    Payment is $1250 and includes 11 consultation calls. You may use NCA grant funds for this training. Your spot will not be reserved until payment is received. If you are paying by check, please mail ASAP to ensure your spot.  

    To pay by check, select "check" under payment method during check out. After checking out, please save your invoice or email confirmation.  

    Mail your check and invoice, payable to National Children's Alliance, to: 

    National Children's Alliance P.O. Box 71477 Washington, DC 20024  

    Your name and “Advanced TF-CBT PSBIntensivemust be on the check memo or on a note with your check, otherwise it will not be approved. Do not mail checks to the former NCA office address, please use the PO Box listed above. 

    Lodging has been secured at the government rate. Information about the hotel, and how to secure a room, will be sent to participants after completing registration.

    This is an Advanced Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy PSB Intensive (TF-CBT) training. It is appropriate for clinicians who have successfully completed Basic TF-CBT Training with a developer-endorsed, national TF-CBT trainer and are Master’s level therapists and above or those who are working on a Master’s degree and providing mental health services under the supervision of a licensed professional. TF-CBT has more data (25 + randomized trials and a number of quasi-experimental studies) to support the model’s effectiveness in helping children and families overcome the impact of child abuse and trauma than any other therapy model available. TF-CBT has been recognized by the federal government as a model program and is included on numerous websites for evidence-based practices.  

    At the conclusion of this TF-CBT training, participants will be able to:  

    • Evaluate which cases would benefit from a PSB application of TF-CBT for children aged 12 and under  
    • Use record review, assessment, and structured interviewing techniques to develop individualized treatment goals and collaborative safety plans.  
    • Successfully engage appropriate cases in treatment, including caregivers in dissent/denial 
    •  Create session agendas to structure TF-CBT sessions to meet fidelity standards 
    • Support children and teens in developing skills that enhance coping and symptom reduction in the aftermath of trauma  
    • Support caregivers in developing coping skills and parenting strategies for responding to children’s therapeutic needs in the aftermath of trauma  
    • Apply and implement the PRACTICE components of TF-CBT with families impacted by trauma and children exhibiting problematic sexual behaviors 

    Training participants are required to have a web camera (i.e., on a laptop computer or cell phone) in order to participate in Learning Session 2 of TF-CBT PSB, which is a 2-day training held via web-platform. 

    Refund Policy: No refunds will be given 30 days or less before the training start date

  • Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 10/10/2024 at 2:00 PM (EDT)

    Join NCA for quarterly discussion calls to exchange ideas with other CACs working with military partners. Join us to share about your collaboration with military partners and learn what other CACs are doing to strengthen services for military families. Each call will include opportunity for highlighting successful practices, discussing challenges, and sharing ideas for improving CAC-military service coordination. Calls will take place the second Thursday of January, April, July, and October 2-3pm ET. All CACs are welcome to join calls when they can (attendance at all calls is not required). Please note that calls are live events and will not be recorded.

    Join NCA for quarterly discussion calls to exchange ideas with other CACs working with military partners. Join us to share about your collaboration with military partners and learn what other CACs are doing to strengthen services for military families. Each call will include opportunity for highlighting successful practices, discussing challenges, and sharing ideas for improving CAC-military service coordination.  

    Calls will take place the second Thursday of January, April, July, and October 2-3pm ET. All CACs are welcome to join calls when they can (attendance at all calls is not required). Please note that calls are live events and will not be recorded. 

  • Contains 6 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 08/20/2024 at 11:00 AM (EDT)

    The Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Basic training is appropriate for Master’s level therapists and above or those who are working on a Master’s degree and providing mental health services under the supervision of a licensed professional. TF-CBT has more data (25 + randomized trials and a number of quasi-experimental studies) to support the model’s effectiveness in helping children and families overcome the impact of child abuse and trauma than any other therapy model available. TF-CBT has been recognized by the federal government as a model program and is included on numerous websites for evidence-based practices.


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    This live training will take place May 16, 17, 23, and August 20, 2024, from 11:00am - 5:00pm EST with Ashley Fiore, LCSW. There will be 18 CEs by NASW and NBCC. This will be an interactive and participatory virtual training experience with pre-work and action period assignments that build participants’ skills at implementing TF-CBT with children and families with fidelity and clinical competence. Clinicians will receive a training packet which will be mailed to them, private online access to over 800 downloadable clinical resources for TF-CBT, access to a private TF-CBT Clinical Discussion Forum with other participants and includes 12 group consultation calls 

    *Note: Training packets will be mailed on 5/6/24 to participants who have paid their registration in full and have provided their mailing address below. If we do not receive this information by 5/6/24, you will be responsible for downloading and printing these materials for yourself from the handouts.

    Pre-Training Assignments are due May 9, 2024 Note: It is important that participants complete all Pre-Training Assignments to maximize their learning during training, which will focus on applying those concepts. The first of 12 group consultation calls will be held Thursday May 9, 2024, 2:00pm-3:00pm EST.

    Attendees should have an active caseload appropriate for TF-CBT and be ready to apply the model. Supervisors are welcome to attend training; however, if they are not carrying their own active TF-CBT cases, they will not meet criteria to seek national certification.

    There is a cap of 50 attendees for this training. You must be paid in full to count toward the participation cap. It is strongly recommended you pay with credit card to ensure your spot is secure. If you plan to pay by check, you must email Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org, to let us know you are sending a check. The check must be received by May 3, 2024.

    If registration is full, this means that our capacity has been met. Please email jbolton@nca-online.org, and we will add you to the waiting list. 

    The cost for the training is $450 and includes 12 consultation calls. You may use NCA grant funds for this training. Your spot will not be reserved until payment is received. If you are paying by check, please mail ASAP to ensure your spot. 

    To pay by check, select "check" under payment method during check out. After checking out, please save your invoice or email confirmation. 

    Mail your check and invoice, payable to National Children's Alliance, to:

    National Children's Alliance P.O. Box 71477 Washington, DC 20024 

    Your name and TF-CBT Intro must be on the check memo or on a note with your check, otherwise it will not be approved. Do not mail checks to the former NCA office address, please use the PO Box listed above.

    The Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) training is appropriate for Master’s level therapists and above or those who are working on a Master’s degree and providing mental health services under the supervision of a licensed professional. TF-CBT has more data (25 + randomized trials and a number of quasi-experimental studies) to support the model’s effectiveness in helping children and families overcome the impact of child abuse and trauma than any other therapy model available. TF-CBT has been recognized by the federal government as a model program and is included on numerous websites for evidence-based practices. 

    At the conclusion of this TF-CBT training, participants will be able to: 

    •  Evaluate which cases would benefit from TF-CBT and successfully engage families in treatment
    •  Create session agendas and structure TF-CBT sessions to meet fidelity standards
    •  Explain how to integrate gradual exposure into every TF-CBT session
    • Support children and teens in developing skills that enhance coping and symptom reduction in the aftermath of trauma 
    • Support caregivers in developing coping skills and parenting strategies for responding to children’s therapeutic needs in the aftermath of trauma 
    • Apply and implement the PRACTICE components of TF-CBT with families impacted by trauma 

    Upon completion of the virtual training, participants will have most of the requirements for formal certification in TF-CBT (obtained through the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy National Therapist Certification Program). The Virtual Training and group calls count toward the requirements for national certification in TF-CBT. However, a few additional guidelines for national certification must be met as established by the developers. (For more information, please see www.tfcbt.org)Training participants are required to have a web camera (i.e., on a laptop computer or cell phone) in order to participate in the TF-CBT 4-day training via web-platform. 

    The training will be offered over 4 days including:

    3-day Learning Session 1: 

    Thursday, May 16, 2024: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT  

    Friday, May 17, 2024: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT  

    Thursday, May 23, 2024: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT 

    1-day Learning Session 2:

    Tuesday August 20, 2024: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT

    Pre-Requisite: TF-CBTWeb *please note that there is a $35 fee that is NOT covered as part of your registration and which is paid to the Medical University of South Carolina through TF-CBTWeb.

    Completion of TF-CBT Web2.0 is required as a prerequisite to the virtual TF-CBT training and proof of completion should be submitted to Jami Bolton at NCA 3 days prior to Day 1 of the virtual training.  Email your certificate of completion to jbolton@nca-online.org 

    Registration:

    To register for this training, you will need an NCA Engage account. If you do not have one, visit NCA Engage Getting Started page for step-by-step instructions to request an NCA Engage account. The account request form will include a field that asks for an Organizational ID number. The Organizational ID number will inform us that the person signing into NCA Engage is employed at or partnered with a member organization. Please email membership@nca-online.org if you need your Organizational ID. If you are not employed at or partnered with a member organization, please enter MH24 as your Organizational ID for non-member access to NCA Engage. Non-member access will provide access to the training. 

     ** As a reminder, if you are paying by check, your training registration is incomplete, and your spot will not be reserved, until your check is received and is manually approved by our staff. Your name and TF-CBT Intro must be on the check memo or on a note with your check, otherwise it will not be approved. Do not mail checks to the former NCA office address, please use the PO Box listed above. 

    If you need any disability accommodations for this training, please reach out to Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org

    By registering for this training, I agree to the following:

    -I will complete all Pre-training assignments and email proof of my certificate of completion for TF-CBT Web 2.0 to Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org

    -I will provide brief monthly data regarding my caseload to meet funder requirements; this enables NCA to offer training at a reduced rate for trainees

    -Successful completion of TF-CBT Training includes: participating in all training activities, including didactic portion and interactive breakout activities and discussions; having my camera on during training and consultation calls; remaining in a stationary, private space during training and consultation; attending and participating in at least 75% of all scheduled group consultation calls (9 of 12), presenting my own TF-CBT treatment case during group consultation at least once. 

     For any questions or concerns related to this training, or your participation, please contact Jami Bolton, jbolton@nca-online.org

    Ashley Fiore, MSW, LCSW

    National Trainer

    National Children's Alliance Institute for Better Mental Health Outcomes

    Ashley Fiore has worked with CACs throughout her professional career as a clinician, clinical director, program manager, trainer, and consultant. She has assessed and treated over 2,000 children and families using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT). Prior to joining NCA, Ashley served as clinical faculty for the North Carolina Child Treatment Program, where she trained TF-CBT and provided individual and group consultation to clinicians using a learning collaborative model. She has expertise in the implementation and dissemination of evidence-based, trauma focused, child/family interventions. Ashley is a certified trainer in TF-CBT and AF-CBT and has provided training/consultation on trauma-informed comprehensive clinical assessments, trauma-related problematic sexual behaviors in children, and implementation support of evidence-based treatment models. She received her MSW from UNC-Chapel Hill, and enjoys gardening, making pottery, and hiking in her free time. 

  • Contains 9 Component(s)

    These LIVE Q&A Webinars will take place on July 16 and July 18. NCA Grants staff will provide a brief overview of each award type as well as provide applicants an opportunity to ask questions.

    These LIVE Q&A Webinars will take place on July 16 and July 18. NCA Grants staff will provide a brief overview of each award type as well as provide applicants an opportunity to ask questions.  

    To prepare for this session please review the RFP in its entirety and view the on-demand webinars and other available resources located at https://learn.nationalchildrensalliance.org/2025-Application-Resource-Page

    Registration:

    To register for this information call, you will need an NCA Engage account. If you do not have one, visit NCA Engage Getting Started page for step-by-step instructions to request an NCA Engage account. The account request form will include a field that asks for an Organizational ID number. The Organizational ID number will inform us that the person signing into NCA Engage is employed at or partnered with a member organization. Please email membership@nca-online.org if you need your Organizational ID. If you are not employed at or partnered with a member organization, please enter 2025grants as your Organizational ID for non-member access to NCA Engage. Non-member access will provide access to the training. 

  • Contains 2 Component(s) Recorded On: 07/01/2024

    An on-demand webinar that will provide prospective applicants with a basic overview of the NCA Request for Proposals and specific RFP details.

    An on-demand webinar that will provide prospective applicants with a basic overview of the NCA Request for Proposals and specific RFP details.

  • Contains 1 Component(s)

    This short video presentation which will provide a general overview of the grant proposal budget worksheet for the NCA grant application process. It is STRONGLY recommended that applicants view this webinar prior to attempting to complete the grant proposal budget worksheet.

    This webinar will provide prospective applicants with a basic overview of the NCA Request for Proposals, important highlights about the RFPs and what to know before applying.

  • Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    Join Dr. Sonja Robinson for a continued look at issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA). Part 1 of this webinar was last September, when Dr. Robinson discussed relevant terminology, topics, and concepts and how DEIA impacts outcomes for all members of a living, learning, and working community. This 60-minute webinar can be applied to the Diversity, Equity, and Access Standard training requirements.

    Join Dr. Sonja Robinson for a continued look at issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA). In Part 1 of this webinar last September, Dr. Robinson discussed relevant terminology, topics, and concepts in the DEIA space and how DEIA impacts outcomes for all members of a living, learning, and working community. Now we're continuing the conversation. 

    This 60-minute webinar can be applied to the Diversity, Equity, and Access Standard training requirements.

    You do not have to have attended Part 1 to join us for Part 2. If you'd like to view Part 1, the recording is available here on NCA Engage, and it also counts toward Standard training requirements.

    Sonja N. Robinson, Ph.D.

    Founder and CEO

    Thrive Mind Solutions

    Sonja N. Robinson, Ph.D., is the founder, CEO, and lead consultant of Thrive Mind Solutions. Dr. Robinson has over 10 years of experience creating and supporting the development and implementation of innovative inclusive excellence strategies for complex organizations and institutions of higher education. Her focus areas are diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy, executive coaching, organizational culture analysis and development, data analytics, employee engagement, change management, and organizational dynamics.

    While serving as the director of inclusion at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Dr. Robinson served as the primary liaison to over 1,100 college and university athletic programs for issues related to race, ethnicity, and disability, and led program development and facilitation for national conferences, workshops, presentations and engagements. She also served as the primary liaison and staff support to a national committee charged with providing review of and recommendations about programs, policies, and practices impacting minority administrators, coaches, and student-athletes across the United States.

    While working for a large Hispanic-serving institution (HSI) in the Office for Equity and Inclusion, Dr. Robinson played a key role in the creation and execution of campus-wide orientations, training, programs, and presentations on diversity, equity, and inclusion. She led a campus climate assessment and the development of the subsequent diversity action plan. She has extensive experience working with groups to drive innovation and efficiency, to define values and design culture, and to move beyond a surface-level understanding of diversity and inclusion to action-oriented and industry-specific application of the concepts.

    A former Division I student-athlete and coach, Dr. Robinson holds a doctorate in Sports Administration, with a minor in Research Methodology, and an M.B.A. with focus areas of Organizational Behavior and Entrepreneurship. Her research agenda and professional work has centered on leadership development, equity, access and inclusion, corporate social responsibility, and athlete welfare. She has taught graduate and undergraduate courses in sport leadership, ethics, psychology, diversity, sociology, legal aspects, and marketing, and authored an unpublished guide on implementing DEI principles in hiring practices. She has been a member of numerous boards and national organizations, including a leadership role with the Diversity in Sports Consortium, a group of diversity professionals from amateur, Olympic, and professional leagues across the United States.

  • Contains 4 Component(s) Recorded On: 06/18/2024

    National Children’s Alliance is pleased to offer members free training about Financial Management Practices for Managing Federal Grants. This three-part training series will provide organizations with an understanding of effective grants management practices and Federal compliance requirements. The content over the three trainings will cover pre-award and post-award activities such as: planning and budgeting practices; internal financial controls; tracking and reporting expenses; and policies and procedures necessary to help ensure Federal grant compliance. These trainings will offer practical strategies and recommendations best suited for small and midsized organizations.

    National Children’s Alliance is pleased to offer members free training about Financial Management Practices for Managing Federal Grants.  This three-part training series will provide organizations with an understanding of effective grants management practices and Federal compliance requirements. The content over the three trainings will cover pre-award and post-award activities such as: 

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    These trainings will offer practical strategies and recommendations best suited for small and midsized organizations. 

    Note:  These sessions are open and available to ALL NCA Members.  These sessions will be recorded and on-demand versions provided shortly after the live sessions have completed.  

    Gretchen Upholt

    Managing Director

    BDO USA


    EXPERIENCE

    As a Managing Director with BDO’s Nonprofit and Grantmaker Advisory practice, Gretchen serves as a lead for several key product areas including cohorts & initiatives, training and finance technology consulting, and as a representative of BDO to nonprofits and funders in the Midwest region. In addition to her leadership in the practice, she splits her time between playing an active role as trainer, coach, and curriculum developer for cohort and other training initiatives and as consultant to nonprofit clients across the country, helping nonprofit leaders improve their financial management skills and processes. An experienced staff and program manager, Gretchen is skilled in training, capacity building, research, and program and volunteer management.


    Gretchen’s widely diverse nonprofit experience includes working on the corporate citizenship team at the TCC Group, designing and implementing a pilot research study on nonprofit talent costs for the Talent Philanthropy Project, as a project manager with the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness, and as Chorus Manager for The Choral Arts Society of Washington. She also served as a Community Development Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine, where she designed project frameworks, wrote grants, and led a committee tasked with making funding decisions for USAID-funded grants. 


    PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

    Wagner School of Public Service, NYU, Adjunct Professor and Teaching Colleague


    EDUCATION

    M.P.A., Public and Nonprofit Management, Wagner School of Public Service, NYU

    M.A., Arts & Cultural Management, American University

    B.A., Arts & Cultural Management, American University


    COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

    National Endowment for the Arts’ ArtsWork grants program, Panelist

    National Peace Corps Association, Board Member & Former Treasurer

    Porchlight Music Theatre, Chicago, Board Chair

    Gene Lee

    Senior Manager

    BDO USA


    EXPERIENCE

    Prior to joining BDO’s Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory practice, Gene spent nearly a decade with WGBH Educational Foundation, most recently as the Director of Project Finance and Grants. This role included providing overall direction and end-to-end management of multiple restricted funding sources including from the federal government, foundations, corporations, and major donors. He also oversaw financial grant compliance for GBH’s federal grants. His experience in Federal grants management ranges from pre-award and post-award functions, developing and implementing policies and procedures, cost allocations, indirect rates, and the Single Audit.

    Gene’s other work experience includes roles within Massachusetts state government, as a director in a number of nonprofit organizations, a grantmaker with one of New England’s largest foundation, and a management consultant to small nonprofits. In addition to holding various program roles, Gene’s commitment to youth education included an early career role as a seventh grade English and Asian-American and Ethnic Literature teacher. 


    EDUCATION

    M.P.A., Evans School of Public Policy, University of Washington

    B.A., University of California, Berkeley


    COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

    Member, School Committee, Hamilton Wenham Regional School District, 2016 – 2020

  • Contains 3 Component(s) Recorded On: 06/21/2024

    This webinar provides an introduction to NCA's Military MOUs for CACs.

    Participants in this webinar will learn about NCA’s seven MOUs with the Department of Defense Family Advocacy Program (FAP) and Military Criminal Investigative Organizations (MCIOs). Participants will learn the goals of the MOUs, key components of the MOUs and agreements of the parties, which CACs are eligible to sign on to MOU participation, benefits of participating in the MOU and instructions for where to view the MOUs and sign on to participate. An opportunity for Q&A will follow the presentation. The recording of the webinar will be available after the live event for on-demand access.  

    Heather Provencher, LCSW

    Senior Manager for Federal Partnerships

    National Children’s Alliance

    Heather Provencher, LCSW, is Senior Manager for Federal Partnerships at National Children’s Alliance (NCA). Prior to joining NCA, she worked in foster care and child protective services and held investigative, forensic interviewing, advocacy, and prevention education roles at Children's Advocacy Centers in Maryland and California.

    Amber Garrison-Ahmed, LCSW

    Coordinator for Federal Partnerships

    National Children's Alliance

    Amber Garrison-Ahmed, LCSW is the Coordinator for Federal Partnerships at NCA. She received her education at University of Denver earning her Masters of Social Work and a certification in Animal Assisted Social Work in 2008.  Amber became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2011. She is an experienced Social Worker with over 18 years of experience specializing in the care of domestic violence, child abuse, crisis intervention, child protection, and military social work.

    Wendy Luikart

    Administrative Assistant for Services to Military Families

    National Children's Alliance