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CASA & Systemic Racism Article Discussion

5:30 pm
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7:00 pm
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Thursday, January 9, 2025
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CASA's Upstairs Conference Room
CASA is hosting a discussion on However Kindly Intentioned and the article summary. The article and summary are linked and can be found on our website under Continuing Education Resources.

ICWA for CASA Volunteers in Kansas

6:00 pm
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7:15 pm
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Thursday, January 9, 2025
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Online via Zoom
Learn from experienced Kansas professionals about how the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) affects children in Child in Need of Care cases. Participants will gain an understanding of the purpose and applicability of ICWA for children served by CASA volunteers in Kansas. Trainees will be able to identify which professional is responsible for different requirements under the law and learn tips to help them provide effective advocacy to ICWA eligible children in Kansas.

Strategies and Skills to Address Domestic Violence in Child Welfare 2025 Training Series

9:00 am
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4:00 pm
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025
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Online
Join the Kansas Coalition against Sexual and Domestic Violence Child Welfare Project Team for a two-part online training series on addressing domestic violence in child welfare.

CASA & CRB: Annual Review

8:30 am
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10:30 am
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Friday, January 24, 2025
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Douglas County Fairgrounds - Flory Meeting Hall (2120 Harper Street)
Join us to hear from Judge Klepper and and special guests. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. with the presentation starting at 9:00 a.m.

Education Advocacy Training

9:00 am
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3:00 pm
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Saturday, January 25, 2025
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Online via Zoom
The Kansas State Department of Education has contracted with Families Together, Inc. to coordinate the Education Advocate Program. Education Advocates “step into the role” of the parent in special education matters and advocate for the child/student. Advocates should be willing to assert their rights as the legal educational decision maker and effectively advocate for the student while working to build a strong school team around the student.

CASA Book Club - Demon Copperhead

9:00 am
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10:30 am
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Friday, February 7, 2025
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CASA's Downstairs Conference Room
We will meet on Friday, February 7at 9:00 a.m. to discuss Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.

Strategies and Skills to Address Domestic Violence in Child Welfare 2025 Training Series - Part 2

9:00 am
to
4:00 pm
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Wednesday, February 26, 2025
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Online
Join the Kansas Coalition against Sexual and Domestic Violence Child Welfare Project Team for a two-part online training series on addressing domestic violence in child welfare.