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SUMMARY:Data and Evaluation Series Training #7: Visualizing and Reporting Evaluation Data
DESCRIPTION:Given limited resources and stretched capacity\, data collection procedures and program evaluation strategies at the individual program level often fall short in terms of identifying gaps in service\, areas for growth\, and program impact. Today\, philanthropic giving demands a quantifiable return on investment in exchange for donations and grants. Combining nearly 20 years of experience in designing bereavement-focused evaluation protocols with the power of the CBEM\, with philanthropic support provided by the New York Life Foundation and in collaboration with the National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG)\, Judi’s House/JAG Institute offered a series of free basic trainings in 2022-23 to share best practices in data collection and program evaluation. \nIn 2024-2027\, JH/JAG will continue to support the field in growing their capacity for evaluation and data analysis. In this seventh workshop on Visualizing and Reporting Evaluation Data\, participants will learn about different ways to visualize data\, how to report data to various stakeholders\, and gain practical tips for using data in writing grant proposals. \nThe training structure includes a welcome/introduction\, and for each objective: content\, polls\, and examples. The presenters will utilize polls and reflections to engage participants in activities focused on the evaluation content and to orient participants to how they can apply learnings in their organization. Time will be allocated at the end of the session to review each of the three objectives\, discuss plans for application of learnings\, and answer participant questions. \n\nContinuing Education (CEs): 1.5 continuing education credits pending\nTarget Audience: Counselors\, Social workers\, Bereavement support professionals\nInstructional Level: Intermediate – This best describes a topic or issue the audience likely has a theoretical foundation for understanding and/or working knowledge.\nFormat: Live Interactive Webinar\nCost: Free for All \n \n  \nThis session is a continuation of the Data and Evaluation Training Series. To view the other sessions\, click on the title below. \nSession 1: Data Basics\nSession 2: Program Evaluation Basics\nSession 3: Theory of Change\nSession 4: Program Evaluation Planning\nSession 5: Evaluation Design and Analysis\nSession 6: Ethical Practices for Evaluation\nThis session – Session 7: Visualizing and Reporting Evaluation Data \n\nObjectives:\nBy the end of this presentation\, participants will be able to: \n\nSelect appropriate visualizations of evaluation data.\nEffectively prepare for reporting evaluation results to different stakeholders.\nUse evaluation data in writing grant proposals and reports.\n\n  \nSpeaker Bio:\nMaria Bartini\, PhD\, is the Evaluation Manager at Judi’s House/JAG Institute. With a doctoral degree in Life-Span Developmental Psychology from the University of Georgia\, she has over 20 years’ experience teaching research methods\, statistics\, and child development at the college level. In her academic career\, she also conducted evaluation research in schools\, colleges\, and youth sports organizations with the overarching goal of improving the lives of children and adolescents. In addition to heading the organization’s Childhood Bereavement Changemaker Initiative\, Maria contributes to the evaluation and research activities at Judi’s House. Her work focuses on building evaluation/data utilization capacity in the field of childhood bereavement and evaluating the impact of Judi’s House services. She can be reached at mariab@judishouse.org. \nMaddy Saunders\, MS\, works as a Research Associate at Judi’s House/JAG Institute. In her role\, she helps lead the Childhood Bereavement Changemaker expansion\, collaborating with organizations across the country to support implementation of data-informed strategies in decision-making\, program implementation\, and evaluation. Maddy holds a Master’s Degree in Applied Psychology with concentrations in Evaluation Research and Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. She can be reached at maddyv@judishouse.org. \n  \nContinuing Education (CE) Provider Information:\nEach professional is responsible for the individual requirements as stipulated by their licensing agency. Please contact your individual licensing board/regulatory agency to review continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Please note: You must attend “live” (in real-time) to earn CEs. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the CE process\, please contact Megan Lopez at megan.lopez@childrengrieve.org or at (432) 288-4688. \nThe National Alliance for Children’s Grief has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 7221. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The National Alliance for Children’s Grief is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Counselors completing this course will receive 1.5 contact hours. \nThe National Alliance for Children’s Grief is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0689. Social Workers completing this course will receive 1.5 contact hours. \nThe National Alliance for Children’s Grief is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0238. Counselors completing this course will receive 1.5 contact hours. \nNational Alliance for Children’s Grief\, #1819\, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations\, not individual courses\, are approved as ACE providers.  State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. National Alliance for Children’s Grief maintains responsibility for this course.  ACE provider approval period: 07/20/2023 – 07/20/2026. Counselors completing this course will receive 1.5 continuing education credits. \nRefund/cancellation policy: If you need to cancel your registration\, please contact Megan Lopez at megan.lopez@childrengrieve.org or (432) 288-4688. Please note that no refunds will be given. \nTo request accessibility accommodations: The National Alliance for Children’s Grief is committed to providing universal access to all our events. Please contact Megan Lopez at megan.lopez@childrengrieve.org or at (432) 288-4688 to request disability accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \nAttendance policy: To earn CEs for this event\, you must attend the entirety of the event as demonstrated by your autogenerated login and logout time on the Zoom Webinar report and complete an online event evaluation within seven (7) days of the event. Please ensure you are signed into Zoom using the name that matches your professional license and not the name of your place of employment\, as there is no way to verify your attendance after the fact if your name does not appear on the Zoom Webinar report. CE certificates will be sent out within 30 days of the educational event. The link for your certificate will come from “certificates@simplecert.net” as the National Alliance for Children’s Grief. Please be sure to add this email to your “safe sender list”. The NACG is unable to process certificates after 90 days from the date of the event.  \nCE Certificate retrieval request: The NACG maintains continuing education records for at least six years from the date of completion of the educational event which include: the name and curriculum vitae of the presenter\, a record of attendance\, an outline of the course\, date\, and location of the course\, and the number of hours for completion of the course. If you attended a CE educational event and require a copy of your CE certificate\, please complete this form to obtain a copy: https://nacg.wufoo.com/forms/qfsln7r1twqpty/. Please note that if the education event was more than 90 days ago\, and a required evaluation was not completed\, a certificate cannot be provided per the attendance policy. \nGrievance policy: To view the NACG’s Continuing Education Grievance Policy\, you can find it HERE. Please complete THIS form to share a grievance with the NACG regarding a continuing education event.
URL:https://nacg.org/event/data-and-evaluation-series-training-7-visualizing-and-reporting-evaluation-data/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Live Interactive Webinar
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Grief Support Series | Grief-Tech: The Intersection of Grief and Technology
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of an ongoing series that will provide a foundation of introductory information for anyone working with or providing support to children\, teens\, and families who may be grieving. This series is not progressive; sessions can be viewed in any order. \nIn today’s digital age\, technology is reshaping how we experience and process grief. This webinar introduces new professionals to the evolving landscape of grief-tech\, exploring its history\, current applications\, and future potential. We’ll examine how digital platforms and tools are being used to process and support grief expression and discuss the ethical considerations of using technology in grief support. The webinar will also explore practical ways to incorporate grief-tech into professional practice. We’ll conclude by considering the future of grief-tech\, including developments in AI and machine learning for personalized grief support. \nThis playback is available to active NACG members only.  \n \nMembers must be logged into the member portal to access the playback. Not currently a member? Become a NACG member today! Your membership will provide access to free monthly webinars with CEs on current topics to support you in your work\, discounts on educational events\, access to all webinar playbacks\, and more. To learn more and become a member to access this webinar for no additional cost\, visit HERE → \n  \nTarget Audience: Students\, interns\, individuals entering the field of childhood bereavement\, new staff members\, new counselors\, group facilitators\, volunteers\, anyone who wants to invest in their practice.\nInstructional Level: Novice – This best describes a topic or issue that the prospective audience is encountering for the first time in a meaningful way.\nFormat: Live Interactive Webinar \n  \nObjectives:\nAfter attending this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the evolution of grief-tech and its current applications\nIdentify ethical considerations and best practices for implementing technology-based interventions\nExplore at least three ways to incorporate grief-tech tools or platforms into your professional practice to enhance bereavement support\n\n  \nSpeaker Bio:\nMelissa Lunardini\, PhD\, MA\, MBA\, FT\, is the Chief Clinical Officer for Help Texts and CEO of Radical Grief. Melissa has 20 years of experience in program design and development in grief\, loss\, and trauma for healthcare\, academia\, for-profit\, and non-profit industries. She is an international speaker and trainer. Melissa strives to remain current with trends and research in the industry as a published researcher and peer reviewer.
URL:https://nacg.org/event/introduction-to-grief-support-series-grief-tech-the-intersection-of-grief-and-technology/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Introduction to Grief Support Series,Live Interactive Webinar,Members Only Playback
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SUMMARY:Integrating EMDR to Support Children Who Are Grieving
DESCRIPTION:Children who are grieving often face challenges in processing emotions and adapting to loss in developmentally appropriate ways. This presentation explores the integration of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with play-based approaches to support children navigating the complexities of grief. Participants will delve into the core principles of EMDR\, including its eight-phase protocol\, and discover how to tailor it specifically for children who are grieving. \nThe session highlights the role of play and creative expression as vital tools to complement EMDR\, making interventions more engaging and effective for young clients. Attendees will learn at least three practical\, play-based techniques to help children externalize emotions\, process their grief\, and rebuild a sense of stability. \nAdditionally\, participants will gain insights into three trauma-informed strategies for integrating EMDR into grief work. These strategies are designed to address the unique developmental\, emotional\, and cognitive needs of children\, ensuring a holistic and compassionate approach to care. \nThe presentation includes guided worksheets to help attendees create a structured framework for future EMDR and play-based interventions tailored to their clients. By combining EMDR’s structured\, evidence-based methodology with the creativity and adaptability of play\, participants will leave equipped to support grieving children in processing emotions\, building resilience\, and discovering paths toward growth and adjustment after loss. \nThis playback is available to active NACG members only. \n \nMembers must be logged into the member portal to access the playback. Not currently a member? Become a NACG member today! Your membership will provide access to free monthly webinars with CEs on current topics to support you in your work\, discounts on educational events\, access to all webinar playbacks\, and more. To learn more and become a member to access this webinar for no additional cost\, visit HERE → \n  \nContinuing Education (CE) credits are not available for webinar playbacks.\nTarget Audience: Counselors\, Social workers\, Bereavement support professionals\nInstructional Level: Intermediate – This best describes a topic or issue that the audience likely has a theoretical foundation for understanding and/or a working knowledge. \n  \nObjectives:\nAfter attending this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the core principles of EMDR and describe its eight-phase protocol with specific applications for grieving children.\nList at least three developmentally appropriate\, play-based approaches to enhance EMDR interventions for children experiencing grief.\nDescribe at least three trauma-informed strategies for integrating EMDR into children’s grief support to facilitate emotional processing and foster resilience.\nDemonstrate practical skills in applying EMDR and play-based interventions to address the complexities of childhood grief effectively.\n\n  \nSpeaker Bio:\nStephanie Heitkemper\, PhD\, LPC\, RPT-S\, FT is the owner of Resilient Minds Counseling which specializes in working with individuals\, children\, and families around change including grief and trauma. Stephanie finds energy in utilizing play therapy (as a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor)\, creative expression\, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (EMDRIA Approved Consultant) and. bibliotherapy in her counseling practice\, program creation\, and presentations. Stephanie serves on the board of directors for Heart Light Center (2017)\, a Denver-based grief support and education center as well as Camp JoJo (2020)\, a camp dedicated to supporting teens impacted by suicide. In addition to Resilient Minds Counseling\, Stephanie is the Clinical Director of Camp Erin NYC\, which is part of Cope. Stephanie’s self-care includes early morning coffee\, CrossFit\, and Ironman training as well as exploring Colorado with her husband and beloved boxer. \n  \n \nSupported by the philanthropic investment\nof the New York Life Foundation. \n  \n\n  \nContinuing Education (CE) Provider Information:\nEach professional is responsible for the individual requirements as stipulated by their licensing agency. Please contact your individual licensing board/regulatory agency to review continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Please note: You must attend “live” (in real-time) to earn CEs. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the CE process\, please contact Megan Lopez at megan.lopez@childrengrieve.org or at (432) 288-4688. \nThe National Alliance for Children’s Grief has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 7221. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The National Alliance for Children’s Grief is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. Counselors completing this course will receive 1.5 contact hours. \nThe National Alliance for Children’s Grief is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0689. Social Workers completing this course will receive 1.5 contact hours. \nThe National Alliance for Children’s Grief is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0238. Counselors completing this course will receive 1.5 contact hours. \nNational Alliance for Children’s Grief\, #1819\, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations\, not individual courses\, are approved as ACE providers.  State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. National Alliance for Children’s Grief maintains responsibility for this course.  ACE provider approval period: 07/20/2023 – 07/20/2026. Counselors completing this course will receive 1.5 continuing education credits. \nThe presenter is approved to offer EMDRIA continuing education by the EMDRIA Credit Approval. Counselors completing this course will receive 1.5 EMDRIA continuing education credits. EC Program Approval Number: #24077-01. \nRefund/cancellation policy: If you need to cancel your registration\, please contact Megan Lopez at megan.lopez@childrengrieve.org or at (432) 288-4688. Please note that no refunds will be given. \nTo request accessibility accommodations: The National Alliance for Children’s Grief is committed to providing universal access to all our events. Please contact Megan Lopez at megan.lopez@childrengrieve.org or at (432) 288-4688 to request disability accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \nAttendance policy: To earn CEs for this event\, you must attend the entirety of the event as demonstrated by your autogenerated login and logout time on the Zoom Webinar report and complete an online event evaluation within seven (7) days of the event. Please make sure you are signed into Zoom using the name that matches your professional license and not the name of your place of employment\, as there is no way to verify your attendance after the fact if your name does not appear on the Zoom Webinar report. CE certificates will be sent out within 30 days of the educational event. The link for your certificate will come from “certificates@simplecert.net” as the National Alliance for Children’s Grief. Please be sure to add this email to your “safe sender list”. The NACG is unable to process certificates after 90 days from the date of the event.  \nCE Certificate retrieval request: The NACG maintains continuing education records for at least six years from the date of completion of the educational event which include: the name and curriculum vitae of the presenter\, a record of attendance\, an outline of the course\, date\, and location of the course\, and the number of hours for completion of the course. If you attended a CE educational event and need a copy of your CE certificate\, please complete this form to obtain a copy: https://nacg.wufoo.com/forms/qfsln7r1twqpty/. Please note if the education event was more than 90 days ago\, and a required evaluation was not completed\, a certificate cannot be provided per the policy. \nGrievance policy:  To view the NACG’s Continuing Education Grievance Policy\, you can find it HERE. Please complete THIS form to share a grievance with the NACG regarding a continuing education event.
URL:https://nacg.org/event/integrating-emdr-to-support-grieving-children/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Live Interactive Webinar,Members Only Playback
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