• Discover SCIENCE with Dr. Bear Round 3

    Zoom

    Learn fun activities to engage K-5th grade youth in science! Round 3 of Discover SCIENCE with Dr. Bear features art, science, and hands-on learning for elementary-aged children. Join the Network for Youth Success and trainer Maryann Stimmer of FHI360 for a workshop on Dr. Bear, where afterschool professionals and other informal educators can learn the […]

    Free
  • Bias: A Human Condition

    This highly interactive training opportunity will challenge participants to reframe their understanding of bias and provides practical definitions for diversity, equity, and inclusion terms. Real-life examples and relevant research will be discussed to assist participants in identifying bias within various everyday and work-related contexts. (Prerequisite for Bias Blocks.)  

    Free
  • Bias Blocks: Practical Tools for Equitable Outcomes

    Participants will continue to explore the effects of bias while focusing on solutions for reducing bias at the personal and institutional levels. They will be introduced to evidence-based strategies that interrupt biased thinking, reflective prompts for sustainable bias mitigation, and assessment considerations for equitable outcomes. Tools and resource lists will be provided to assist participants […]

    Free
  • LGBTQIA 101: Understanding Gender and Attraction*

    *This is a prerequisite for all other LGBTQ sessions. An interactive introduction to terminology and key concepts related to sexual orientation and gender identity expression. This session serves the foundation necessary for exploring the skills, practices, policies, and NYS laws in the upcoming LGBTQIA sessions. Individuals wishing to attend other sessions from the facilitator must […]

    Free
  • LGBTQIA 101: Understanding Gender and Attraction

    *This is a prerequisite for all other LGBTQ sessions. An interactive introduction to terminology and key concepts related to sexual orientation and gender identity expression. This session serves the foundation necessary for exploring the skills, practices, policies, and NYS laws in the upcoming LGBTQIA sessions. Individuals wishing to attend other sessions from the facilitator must […]

    Free
  • Health and Safety Course for SAC Directors

    Directors are responsible for hiring, training, and maintaining staff who provide a healthy and safe environment for children. This course will help directors look at policies and procedures that reinforce high-quality health and safety practices. Directors will get the most out of this training if they bring a copy of the policies and procedures from […]

    $300
  • Names & Pronouns: Making Mistakes and Getting it Right

    Adjusting to a youth’s new name? Struggling with they/them pronouns? Wondering what to do when the family isn’t on board? This session provides attendees with tips, tools, and NYS laws applicable to communicating with and about youth & staff who are trans and/or nonbinary. Prerequisite: LGBTQIA 101

    Free
  • LGBTQIA 101: UNDERSTANDING GENDER AND ATTRACTION (PREREQUISITE FOR ALL OTHER LGBTQ SESSIONS)

    An interactive introduction to terminology and key concepts related to sexual orientation and gender identity expression. This session serves the foundation necessary for exploring the skills, practices, policies, and NYS laws in the upcoming LGBTQIA sessions. Individuals wishing to attend other sessions from the facilitator must first attend this session.  

    Free
  • Names & Pronouns: Making Mistakes and Getting it Right

    Adjusting to a youth’s new name? Struggling with they/them pronouns? Wondering what to do when the family isn’t on board? This session provides attendees with tips, tools, and NYS laws applicable to communicating with and about youth & staff who are trans and/or nonbinary. Prerequisite: LGBTQIA 101

    Free
  • Systems Update: Enhancing Documents & E-Forms to Better Serve LGBTQIA Youth and Families

    Noticing that your electronic and paper forms don’t give all the information your staff need, or that they don’t work for all of your families? Geared towards directors and other leadership, this interactive session provides practical examples for adjusting forms and for how to work around 3rd-party systems. Bring your forms to help us work […]

    Free