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.
Having a real job in the community brings many benefits, including being connected to the community and the empowering feeling of being valued by an employer. This session highlights the importance of people with disabilities getting the opportunity to explore employment and gives families and professionals strategies and tools to support people toward employment success. […]
The Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) is pleased to present the Conversations on Race, Equity, and Inclusion training series. The six-part training series offers an opportunity for social work and human service professionals to explore the following topics: Session 1) Being Color Brave and Culturally Humble Session 2) Implicit Bias and Different Types of […]
Families often experience anxiety when their child/tween with intellectual disabilities begins to exhibit changes that occur during puberty. In this workshop, parents will learn about the most frequently identified issues and concerns of parents of tweens with I/DD and practical ways to address them. Visual tools, fun learning activities, and useful resources specifically designed for […]
"Black Sheep Gold Fleece" is a captivating exploration of Sasha Mack's journey as a Black same-race adoptee. Through her powerful "Black Sheep" art collection, Sasha delves into the complexities of identity, cultural connection, and belonging. She addresses the nuances of same-race adoption in the Black community, navigating cultural identity, and the challenges of uncovering one's […]
This workshop will provide a basic overview of the eight sensory systems and how they impact our regulation and function. We will then integrate this knowledge to guide selection of versatile, accessible equipment and creation of therapeutic spaces to support a child's nervous system for daily activities such as sleeping, eating, learning, playing, socializing, and […]
Join the WiFCC at Hudson GNG on Thursday, February 27th, from 6 pm-8 pm for a night of black-light mini golf and an indoor jungle gym! The jungle gym offers a fun environment with a variety of play areas to explore and includes a toddler section. Please note that the jungle gym is for kids […]
Who's ready for a basketball game?! 🏀 You're invited to join Foundations for the February Dudes & T.A.C.O.S. event on February 27th at the Resch Center for a UWGB basketball game starting at 6 pm! This event is FREE and includes FREE food. ALL DUDES, no matter who, are welcome at our Dudes & T.A.C.O.S. […]
Our BirthmomsConnect support calls are held via Zoom and available to anyone who has given birth to a child, anywhere, no matter their affiliation with On Your Feet Foundation or when they placed. The only requirements to participate are as follows: You gave birth to and placed a child for adoption, and your placement is final. You […]
Attention foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, and reunified caregivers: Join WiFCC at Glaze N' Glass in Chippewa Falls on Saturday, March 1st, from 12-2 pm for an afternoon of pottery painting and fun. This event is intended for teens and caregivers to attend as a pair. Materials will be provided. Projects will need to be picked […]
Foster, adoptive, guardianship, kinship, and reunified caregivers, join us to connect, learn, and share! Join the Wisconsin Family Connections Center for this opportunity to meet with other caregivers and make connections! We will meet at Nautical Coffee Company in Baraboo, WI. Each registrant will receive a food or drink purchase of up to $10. You […]
