This session explores the critical intersection of faith and adoption activism through the personal and professional experiences of both an adoptee and birth mother. Dr. Patrice Martin and Mellisa Lathion, MSN, share their journey of collaboration in establishing the Faith Collective for Truth and Healing in Adoption, highlighting the often overlooked impacts of adoption practices […]
Welcome to our Calendar of Events!
This calendar includes opportunities for learning and connection from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center, the Coalition for Children, Youth & Families, and several other organizations across Wisconsin. (NOTE: Opportunities from the Wisconsin Family Connections Center are noted with a blue ribbon on the calendar below.)
–> Find training and event flyers here.
–> For a complete listing of Regional Events and Support Groups, please visit the Wisconsin Family Connections Center Eventbrite Page.
–> Find support group flyers here.
–> For information about Recorded Webinars, Upcoming Live Webinars, Courses, and Conferences, please visit the Champion Classrooms.
Events are added as information is made available to us. If you’d like to share an upcoming event with us, please contact us at info@wifamilyconnectionscenter.org.
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Be empowered with the skills needed to navigate raising children in today’s society, fostering strong, nurturing families and vibrant communities. Presenter: Ann-Marie St John, MS - Community Education Coordinator at Parents Place Ann-Marie develops and facilitates educational opportunities for parents, caregivers, and professionals. She received her BA in Elementary Education from UW-Platteville and her MS in Administrative Leadership […] |
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Learn strategies for helping children regulate strong emotions safely and learn some valuable coping strategies to maintain your own sense of calm. Presenter: Ann-Marie St John, MS - Community Education Coordinator at Parents Place Ann-Marie develops and facilitates educational opportunities for parents, caregivers, and professionals. She received her BA in Elementary Education from UW-Platteville and her MS in […] |
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We will explore many ways family members can support literacy for their children at home during the summer. We will discuss why it’s important to support literacy in the summer, the 5 components of reading, and how parents can support them in summer, picking the "right" book, and other tips, strategies, and everyday opportunities for […] |
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This session will provide an overview of DVR as well as Transition Services and Best Practices. We will also allow time for questions. Presenter: Amy May - WDA 3 Director has worked for DVR for 20 years as a counselor, supervisor, and now Director. Amy and Sarah co-lead the DVR Statewide Action Resource Transition Team […] |
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Raising children through foster care, kinship care, adoption, or after reunification comes with unique challenges—but you don't have to face them alone. The Wisconsin Family Connections Center offers FREE resources, support, and community connections designed specifically for families like yours. In this one-hour webinar, discover how our statewide network can provide: Personalized guidance from compassionate […] |
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This session is a broad overview of the transition to adult life for our soon-to-be-adults with special health care needs or disabilities. We'll share hints and tips so you can start planning for the aspects of life that often change at adulthood, including at school, in health care settings, and in long-term support programs. We'll […] |
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CWLA is pleased to partner with Dr. Ira J. Chasnoff, the Founder & President of NTI Upstream, to bring you the vital training series Drugs, Alcohol, Pregnancy & the Vulnerable Child. We are also grateful to James Bell Associates for their generous sponsorship of the series to support greater participation. This training series will explore […]
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Children become teenagers who become adults. Everyone wants to and deserves to live the life they want to live! A Self-Determined Life. Family members (parents) want their children to succeed and be safe. Parents will always worry about their children, no matter how old they are. Hunter and Tim are working together to learn how […] |
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Healthy self-esteem gives kids confidence in themselves and their abilities. Learn the building blocks for healthy self-esteem. Presenter: Ann-Marie St John, MS - Community Education Coordinator at Parents Place Ann-Marie develops and facilitates educational opportunities for parents, caregivers, and professionals. She received her BA in Elementary Education from UW-Platteville and her MS in Administrative Leadership from UW-Milwaukee. She is […]
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Healthy self-esteem gives kids confidence in themselves and their abilities. Learn the building blocks for healthy self-esteem. Presenter: Ann-Marie St John, MS - Community Education Coordinator at Parents Place Ann-Marie develops and facilitates educational opportunities for parents, caregivers, and professionals. She received her BA in Elementary Education from UW-Platteville and her MS in Administrative Leadership from UW-Milwaukee. She […] |
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