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Webinar: Children and Traumatic Stress (7.18.23)

A 2-hour webinar from Kristi House about how traumatic stress affects children and how adults can help...Child traumatic stress refers to the physical and emotional responses of a child to events that threaten the life of the child or of someone critically important to the child. Social workers, teachers, counselors, and others who plan to...

IN PERSON: Escalation – The Story of an Abusive Relationship (7.31.23)

Kristi House 1265 Northwest 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136, Miami, FL, US

Watch and discuss "Escalation," a short, compelling film that tells the story of an abusive relationship... Escalation is a compelling film that tells the story of an abusive relationship from its sweet beginnings to the tragic end. The authentic depiction of unhealthy behaviors escalating into violence helps you recognize and understand the early signs of...

FIRST Holistic & mental wellness – Back To School

The Gardens of Weber Manor 21745 Southwest 157th Avenue, Miami, FL 33170, Miami, FL, US

Join our Back to School Fundraiser, empowering students with tools for success, nurturing young minds, and fostering holistic well-being!Join us for a spectacular Back to School event, where we focus on holistic and mental wellness for children & families! This incredible event also serves as a fundraiser for two remarkable organizations, Kristi House and Andrea...

Webinar: Stewards of Children (8.22.23)

A 2-hour webinar about how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse…This 2-hour, nationally recognized, best practice program uses videos, workbook activities and discussion to engage and educate about child sexual abuse and how to keep children safe. Parents, college students, working professionals, volunteers at child-serving organizations and other staff at agencies...

Webinar: Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior (8.24.23)

A 2-hour webinar from Kristi House about children with problematic sexual behavior...Both boys and girls might display sexual behavior problems without sexual abuse victimization being the underlying cause. Recognizing sexual behavior problems versus normal sexual development is important, as is knowing how to respond. Research suggests a quarter to half of child sexual abuse involves...

Webinar: How Mass Violence Impacts Youth (8.29.23)

Learn how mass violence, specifically gun violence, impacts youth...This interactive presentation is offered to gain an understanding of how mass violence, specifically gun violence, impacts youth. We will discuss what experts recommend on how to best respond and how to support youth during the aftermath of gun violence.This class will provide parents, adults working in...

Webinar: What Every Adult Needs to Know About Child Sexual Abuse (9.19.23)

A 2-hour webinar from Kristi House covers what every adult needs to know about child sexual abuse…This presentation is designed for parents who would like to be better equipped to prevent child sexual abuse from occurring and for adults working in or planning to work in child-serving organizations. This class will assist adults to identify...

Webinar: Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children 101 (9.21.23)

A 3-hour webinar from Kristi House about child sex trafficking, and the commercial sexual exploitation of children…This 3-hour workshop provides a basic overview of commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC), the extent of the problem, and the impact this type of trauma has on children. It will also include tips for identifying and engaging victims...

IN PERSON: Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (9.27.23)

North Dade Regional Library 2455 NW 183rd St Conference Room, Miami Gardens, FL 33056, Miami Gardens, FL, US

This 3-hour workshop provides a basic overview of commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC), the extent of the problem, and the impact this type of trauma has on children. It will also include tips for identifying and engaging victims and a discussion of services victims need for healing and reintegration into mainstream society. Continuing Education...

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Webinar: Hurricanes – Supporting Families Through Trauma (10.17.23)

Studies suggest being informed and prepared for storms lessens the impact of trauma on young children…A hurricane preparedness training. Preparation is key to trauma prevention. This training provides guidance on how families can better prepare for and respond to hurricanes and other disasters by identifying key factors that can promote readiness and resilience in children....

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