The Ripple Effect Upcoming Events

Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders
Apr
7

Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders

This 1.5-hour "refresher" executive roundtable is designed for senior communications leaders seeking a confidential space to refine their strategic communications planning. Participants will exchange ideas with peers, explore innovative approaches to organizational challenges, and receive support in managing diverse stakeholders.

By the end of the session, you'll gain deeper insights into navigating your organization’s toughest communication challenges, staying aligned with strategic priorities amidst day-to-day demands, and positioning yourself as the bold, unapologetic, and trusted advisor your organization needs.

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How to Lead with Social Emotional Wellness
Apr
7

How to Lead with Social Emotional Wellness

This training is designed to provide executives, leaders, supervisors with practical tips and strategies to promote SEW in their organizations through the promotion of values, healthy workplace policies, culture, communication practices, and structural and environmental changes. We know that the workplace is an ever changing environment that will require you to be flexible with your approaches. We hope to introduce practical ideas and strategies to help you move in the direction of promoting social emotional wellness of your colleagues.

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Ending the Silence
Apr
8

Ending the Silence

Ending the Silence is a dynamic mental health intervention and education program designed for staff working with youth and families including, but not limited to, educators, social workers, youth counselors, family service coordinators, community outreach workers, and any professional who regularly interacts with young people and their families in their work. This training initiative, delivered virtually through Zoom by NAMI Miami-Dade, empowers participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, understand, and respond effectively to mental health warning signs in the populations they serve. The evidence-informed program covers essential topics including recognizing early warning signs of mental health conditions, understanding the impact of trauma and stress on youth development, developing effective communication strategies for sensitive conversations, and building a toolkit of intervention techniques and community resources.

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Leading Your Team through Uncertain Times
Apr
14

Leading Your Team through Uncertain Times

This training is specifically designed for supervisors and executives within your organization. The last few years have been a lot for leaders and supervisors of organizations. For some of you, the last few years are just part of a much longer difficult storm at your organization. For many of us, it would have been helpful to have a guide or a playbook on how to navigate through these situations with your team. Within this training, you will learn strategies on how to lead your team through difficult storms while focusing on maintaining the social and emotional wellness of your colleagues. Whether there is high staff turnover, trauma or grief experienced at the workplace, or deliverables or services seem more complex than ever, your leadership approach will influence the social and emotional outcome of your team during this storm.

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Strategic Communications: How To Write a Plan That Helps You Reach, Raise and Serve More
Apr
16

Strategic Communications: How To Write a Plan That Helps You Reach, Raise and Serve More

In this immersive, four-hour in-person intensive, designed for mid-level communications, marketing, and development staff (or nonprofit leaders managing communications), you'll master a proven framework for crafting a strategic public relations plan that engages your key stakeholders with compelling, action-inspiring messaging.

Through interactive exercises, you’ll collaborate with peers to apply new concepts, address your unique communication challenges, and problem-solve together. This hands-on workshop will equip you to navigate today’s landscape, capitalize on opportunities, and overcome obstacles.

By the end, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how to create a plan that strengthens stakeholder relationships, drives fundraising efforts, and advances your mission.

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Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)
Apr
21

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

Descripción:

Este es un grupo de consulta reflexiva basado en la diversidad que ofrece un espacio transformador y de apoyo para que los profesionales examinen el profundo impacto de su trabajo a través de las perspectivas de la diversidad, la equidad, la inclusión y la pertenencia.

Basado en la humildad cultural y en un marco de justicia social, este grupo motiva a sus participantes a reflexionar sobre sus identidades, prejuicios personales y profesionales, y sobre el impacto emocional que generan sus relaciones laborales. A través de debates guiados, los miembros participan en diálogos abiertos, abrazan la vulnerabilidad y practican la escucha activa, fomentando la empatía y un uso más efectivo de sus capacidades profesionales. Esta experiencia fomenta una comprensión más profunda de cómo los factores sistémicos influyen en las relaciones y en la toma de decisiones, permitiendo a los profesionales abordar su trabajo con mayor curiosidad y sensibilidad cultural. En última instancia, el grupo impulsa la resiliencia, el crecimiento y un compromiso colectivo con la equidad y la inclusión en la prestación de servicios, mejorando la capacidad reflexiva y generando un cambio significativo y duradero.

Dado que la Consulta Reflexiva es una experiencia basada en relaciones, unirse a un grupo RSC requiere un compromiso de tiempo y presencia. Se espera que asista a las 12 horas completas de RSC, ya que no es una experiencia para participar de manera ocasional. Por favor, revise las fechas y asegúrese de que sean compatibles con su horario antes de solicitar ser añadido a la lista de espera.

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How to Lead with Social Emotional Wellness
Apr
21

How to Lead with Social Emotional Wellness

This training is designed to provide executives, leaders, supervisors with practical tips and strategies to promote SEW in their organizations through the promotion of values, healthy workplace policies, culture, communication practices, and structural and environmental changes. We know that the workplace is an ever changing environment that will require you to be flexible with your approaches. We hope to introduce practical ideas and strategies to help you move in the direction of promoting social emotional wellness of your colleagues.

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Reflective Practice group
Apr
21

Reflective Practice group

For who: Staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

JThis Reflective Practice Group provides a transformative and supportive space for direct care professionals who work directly with children and families to deeply examine the impact of their work. This group encourages participants to reflect on their personal and professional identities and the emotional impact of relationship-based work. Through facilitated discussions, members engage in open dialogue, lean into vulnerability, and practice active listening, fostering empathy and a stronger professional use of self. This experience cultivates a deeper understanding of how systemic factors shape relationships and decision-making, empowering professionals to approach their work with greater sensitivity and awareness. 

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May
6

Supporting our LGBTQ Community in Programs and Services

Location: Virtual

Description

This training will explore how agencies can better serve and support the LGBTQ community. The workshop aims to broaden participants' understanding of the experiences and potential barriers impacting LGBTQ clients and staff. As well, outline why providing affirmative and supportive LGBTQ services is crucial to all members of a community. Participants will learn current best practices and strategies towards fostering healthy, safe, and inclusive environments.

This training counts towards the 10 hours of in-service training required by DCF for child care personnel.

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Reflective Practice group for Supervisors
May
7

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

This Reflective Practice Group provides a transformative and supportive space for professionals to deeply examine their experience in their role as a supervisor who supports teams who work directly with children and families. This group encourages participants to reflect on their personal and professional identities and the emotional impact of relationship-based work. Through facilitated discussions, members engage in open dialogue, lean into vulnerability, and practice active listening, fostering empathy and a stronger professional use of self. This experience cultivates a deeper understanding of the importance of relationships, empowering professionals to approach their supervision of their team with greater sensitivity and awareness. 

Because Reflective Consultation is a relationship-based experience, joining an RSC group is a commitment of your time and presence. It is expected that you will attend all 12-hours of RSC; it is not an experience that you "drop in" to occasionally. Please review the dates to ensure they work with your schedule before registering.

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Reflective Practice group (Spanish)
May
12

Reflective Practice group (Spanish)

Este Grupo de Práctica Reflexiva ofrece un espacio transformador y de apoyo para profesionales de atención directa que trabajan con niños y familias, permitiéndoles examinar profundamente el impacto de su labor. Este grupo invita a los participantes a reflexionar sobre sus identidades personales y profesionales, así como sobre el impacto emocional del trabajo basado en relaciones. A través de discusiones guiadas, los miembros participan en diálogos abiertos, abrazan la vulnerabilidad y practican la escucha activa, fomentando la empatía y un uso profesional más consciente de sí mismos. Esta experiencia ayuda a desarrollar una comprensión más profunda de cómo los factores sistémicos influyen en las relaciones y la toma de decisiones, permitiendo a los profesionales abordar su trabajo con mayor sensibilidad y conciencia.

Dado que la Consulta Reflexiva es una experiencia basada en relaciones, unirse a un grupo de RSC requiere un compromiso de tiempo y presencia. Se espera que los participantes asistan a las 12 horas completas de RSC, ya que no es una experiencia a la que se pueda asistir de manera ocasional. Por favor, revise las fechas y asegúrese de que sean compatibles con su horario antes de solicitar ser añadido a la lista de espera.


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Ending the Silence
May
13

Ending the Silence

Ending the Silence is a dynamic mental health intervention and education program designed for staff working with youth and families including, but not limited to, educators, social workers, youth counselors, family service coordinators, community outreach workers, and any professional who regularly interacts with young people and their families in their work. This training initiative, delivered virtually through Zoom by NAMI Miami-Dade, empowers participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, understand, and respond effectively to mental health warning signs in the populations they serve. The evidence-informed program covers essential topics including recognizing early warning signs of mental health conditions, understanding the impact of trauma and stress on youth development, developing effective communication strategies for sensitive conversations, and building a toolkit of intervention techniques and community resources.

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Mindfulness Retreat
May
14

Mindfulness Retreat

Experience a day of tranquility and transformation at The Sacred Space Miami – a tropical oasis featuring beautiful interiors, reflective pools and lush gardens. This mindfulness mini-retreat offers a variety of practices including body scans, loving-kindness meditation, mindful movement, sitting meditation, forest therapy and breathwork – all designed to help you find balance and peace in your daily life. Step away from life's demands and give yourself space to breathe and reset. Remember to pack comfortable clothes for outdoor activities. 

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Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)
May
19

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

Descripción:

Este es un grupo de consulta reflexiva basado en la diversidad que ofrece un espacio transformador y de apoyo para que los profesionales examinen el profundo impacto de su trabajo a través de las perspectivas de la diversidad, la equidad, la inclusión y la pertenencia.

Basado en la humildad cultural y en un marco de justicia social, este grupo motiva a sus participantes a reflexionar sobre sus identidades, prejuicios personales y profesionales, y sobre el impacto emocional que generan sus relaciones laborales. A través de debates guiados, los miembros participan en diálogos abiertos, abrazan la vulnerabilidad y practican la escucha activa, fomentando la empatía y un uso más efectivo de sus capacidades profesionales. Esta experiencia fomenta una comprensión más profunda de cómo los factores sistémicos influyen en las relaciones y en la toma de decisiones, permitiendo a los profesionales abordar su trabajo con mayor curiosidad y sensibilidad cultural. En última instancia, el grupo impulsa la resiliencia, el crecimiento y un compromiso colectivo con la equidad y la inclusión en la prestación de servicios, mejorando la capacidad reflexiva y generando un cambio significativo y duradero.

Dado que la Consulta Reflexiva es una experiencia basada en relaciones, unirse a un grupo RSC requiere un compromiso de tiempo y presencia. Se espera que asista a las 12 horas completas de RSC, ya que no es una experiencia para participar de manera ocasional. Por favor, revise las fechas y asegúrese de que sean compatibles con su horario antes de solicitar ser añadido a la lista de espera.

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Reflective Practice group
May
19

Reflective Practice group

For who: Staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

JThis Reflective Practice Group provides a transformative and supportive space for direct care professionals who work directly with children and families to deeply examine the impact of their work. This group encourages participants to reflect on their personal and professional identities and the emotional impact of relationship-based work. Through facilitated discussions, members engage in open dialogue, lean into vulnerability, and practice active listening, fostering empathy and a stronger professional use of self. This experience cultivates a deeper understanding of how systemic factors shape relationships and decision-making, empowering professionals to approach their work with greater sensitivity and awareness. 

View Event →

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors
Apr
2

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

This Reflective Practice Group provides a transformative and supportive space for professionals to deeply examine their experience in their role as a supervisor who supports teams who work directly with children and families. This group encourages participants to reflect on their personal and professional identities and the emotional impact of relationship-based work. Through facilitated discussions, members engage in open dialogue, lean into vulnerability, and practice active listening, fostering empathy and a stronger professional use of self. This experience cultivates a deeper understanding of the importance of relationships, empowering professionals to approach their supervision of their team with greater sensitivity and awareness. 

Because Reflective Consultation is a relationship-based experience, joining an RSC group is a commitment of your time and presence. It is expected that you will attend all 12-hours of RSC; it is not an experience that you "drop in" to occasionally. Please review the dates to ensure they work with your schedule before registering.

View Event →
Honoring All Families in your Work with Children
Apr
1

Honoring All Families in your Work with Children

This brief training will be an introduction to the 10 critical perspectives and strategies that practitioners and leaders can use to honor all families and children they serve. These tenets are essential for all professionals who provide direct service to children and families, as well as managers who supervise direct-service staff & administrators who lead programs that serve children and families. This training may provide 1 hour towards the Cultural Humility competency for the Florida Infant Mental Health Endorsement® application or renewal.

This training counts towards the 10 hours of in-service training required by DCF for child care personnel.

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Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)
Mar
31

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

Descripción:

Este es un grupo de consulta reflexiva basado en la diversidad que ofrece un espacio transformador y de apoyo para que los profesionales examinen el profundo impacto de su trabajo a través de las perspectivas de la diversidad, la equidad, la inclusión y la pertenencia.

Basado en la humildad cultural y en un marco de justicia social, este grupo motiva a sus participantes a reflexionar sobre sus identidades, prejuicios personales y profesionales, y sobre el impacto emocional que generan sus relaciones laborales. A través de debates guiados, los miembros participan en diálogos abiertos, abrazan la vulnerabilidad y practican la escucha activa, fomentando la empatía y un uso más efectivo de sus capacidades profesionales. Esta experiencia fomenta una comprensión más profunda de cómo los factores sistémicos influyen en las relaciones y en la toma de decisiones, permitiendo a los profesionales abordar su trabajo con mayor curiosidad y sensibilidad cultural. En última instancia, el grupo impulsa la resiliencia, el crecimiento y un compromiso colectivo con la equidad y la inclusión en la prestación de servicios, mejorando la capacidad reflexiva y generando un cambio significativo y duradero.

Dado que la Consulta Reflexiva es una experiencia basada en relaciones, unirse a un grupo RSC requiere un compromiso de tiempo y presencia. Se espera que asista a las 12 horas completas de RSC, ya que no es una experiencia para participar de manera ocasional. Por favor, revise las fechas y asegúrese de que sean compatibles con su horario antes de solicitar ser añadido a la lista de espera.

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Ending the Silence
Mar
26

Ending the Silence

Ending the Silence is a dynamic mental health intervention and education program designed for staff working with youth and families including, but not limited to, educators, social workers, youth counselors, family service coordinators, community outreach workers, and any professional who regularly interacts with young people and their families in their work. This training initiative, delivered virtually through Zoom by NAMI Miami-Dade, empowers participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, understand, and respond effectively to mental health warning signs in the populations they serve. The evidence-informed program covers essential topics including recognizing early warning signs of mental health conditions, understanding the impact of trauma and stress on youth development, developing effective communication strategies for sensitive conversations, and building a toolkit of intervention techniques and community resources.

View Event →
Reflective Practice group
Mar
17

Reflective Practice group

For who: Staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

JThis Reflective Practice Group provides a transformative and supportive space for direct care professionals who work directly with children and families to deeply examine the impact of their work. This group encourages participants to reflect on their personal and professional identities and the emotional impact of relationship-based work. Through facilitated discussions, members engage in open dialogue, lean into vulnerability, and practice active listening, fostering empathy and a stronger professional use of self. This experience cultivates a deeper understanding of how systemic factors shape relationships and decision-making, empowering professionals to approach their work with greater sensitivity and awareness. 

View Event →
Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)
Mar
17

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

Descripción:

Este es un grupo de consulta reflexiva basado en la diversidad que ofrece un espacio transformador y de apoyo para que los profesionales examinen el profundo impacto de su trabajo a través de las perspectivas de la diversidad, la equidad, la inclusión y la pertenencia.

Basado en la humildad cultural y en un marco de justicia social, este grupo motiva a sus participantes a reflexionar sobre sus identidades, prejuicios personales y profesionales, y sobre el impacto emocional que generan sus relaciones laborales. A través de debates guiados, los miembros participan en diálogos abiertos, abrazan la vulnerabilidad y practican la escucha activa, fomentando la empatía y un uso más efectivo de sus capacidades profesionales. Esta experiencia fomenta una comprensión más profunda de cómo los factores sistémicos influyen en las relaciones y en la toma de decisiones, permitiendo a los profesionales abordar su trabajo con mayor curiosidad y sensibilidad cultural. En última instancia, el grupo impulsa la resiliencia, el crecimiento y un compromiso colectivo con la equidad y la inclusión en la prestación de servicios, mejorando la capacidad reflexiva y generando un cambio significativo y duradero.

Dado que la Consulta Reflexiva es una experiencia basada en relaciones, unirse a un grupo RSC requiere un compromiso de tiempo y presencia. Se espera que asista a las 12 horas completas de RSC, ya que no es una experiencia para participar de manera ocasional. Por favor, revise las fechas y asegúrese de que sean compatibles con su horario antes de solicitar ser añadido a la lista de espera.

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Inclusive Performance Review Training
Mar
13

Inclusive Performance Review Training

Rethink performance reviews! This interactive 60-minute workshop equips managers with the tools to turn evaluations into engaging, growth-focused conversations. Learn how to enhance communication, set clear goals, deliver meaningful feedback, and foster an inclusive workplace. Walk away with practical strategies to boost employee development and organizational success. Empower your team. Elevate performance. Drive impact.

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Ending the Silence
Mar
11

Ending the Silence

Ending the Silence is a dynamic mental health intervention and education program designed for staff working with youth and families including, but not limited to, educators, social workers, youth counselors, family service coordinators, community outreach workers, and any professional who regularly interacts with young people and their families in their work. This training initiative, delivered virtually through Zoom by NAMI Miami-Dade, empowers participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, understand, and respond effectively to mental health warning signs in the populations they serve. The evidence-informed program covers essential topics including recognizing early warning signs of mental health conditions, understanding the impact of trauma and stress on youth development, developing effective communication strategies for sensitive conversations, and building a toolkit of intervention techniques and community resources.

View Event →
Reflective Practice group (Spanish)
Mar
10

Reflective Practice group (Spanish)

Este Grupo de Práctica Reflexiva ofrece un espacio transformador y de apoyo para profesionales de atención directa que trabajan con niños y familias, permitiéndoles examinar profundamente el impacto de su labor. Este grupo invita a los participantes a reflexionar sobre sus identidades personales y profesionales, así como sobre el impacto emocional del trabajo basado en relaciones. A través de discusiones guiadas, los miembros participan en diálogos abiertos, abrazan la vulnerabilidad y practican la escucha activa, fomentando la empatía y un uso profesional más consciente de sí mismos. Esta experiencia ayuda a desarrollar una comprensión más profunda de cómo los factores sistémicos influyen en las relaciones y la toma de decisiones, permitiendo a los profesionales abordar su trabajo con mayor sensibilidad y conciencia.

Dado que la Consulta Reflexiva es una experiencia basada en relaciones, unirse a un grupo de RSC requiere un compromiso de tiempo y presencia. Se espera que los participantes asistan a las 12 horas completas de RSC, ya que no es una experiencia a la que se pueda asistir de manera ocasional. Por favor, revise las fechas y asegúrese de que sean compatibles con su horario antes de solicitar ser añadido a la lista de espera.


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How to Lead with Social Emotional Wellness
Mar
6

How to Lead with Social Emotional Wellness

This training is designed to provide executives, leaders, supervisors with practical tips and strategies to promote SEW in their organizations through the promotion of values, healthy workplace policies, culture, communication practices, and structural and environmental changes. We know that the workplace is an ever changing environment that will require you to be flexible with your approaches. We hope to introduce practical ideas and strategies to help you move in the direction of promoting social emotional wellness of your colleagues.

View Event →
Reflective Practice group for Supervisors
Mar
5

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

This Reflective Practice Group provides a transformative and supportive space for professionals to deeply examine their experience in their role as a supervisor who supports teams who work directly with children and families. This group encourages participants to reflect on their personal and professional identities and the emotional impact of relationship-based work. Through facilitated discussions, members engage in open dialogue, lean into vulnerability, and practice active listening, fostering empathy and a stronger professional use of self. This experience cultivates a deeper understanding of the importance of relationships, empowering professionals to approach their supervision of their team with greater sensitivity and awareness. 

Because Reflective Consultation is a relationship-based experience, joining an RSC group is a commitment of your time and presence. It is expected that you will attend all 12-hours of RSC; it is not an experience that you "drop in" to occasionally. Please review the dates to ensure they work with your schedule before registering.

View Event →
Strategic Communications: How To Write a Plan That Helps You Reach, Raise and Serve More
Mar
5

Strategic Communications: How To Write a Plan That Helps You Reach, Raise and Serve More

In this immersive, four-hour in-person intensive, designed for mid-level communications, marketing, and development staff (or nonprofit leaders managing communications), you'll master a proven framework for crafting a strategic public relations plan that engages your key stakeholders with compelling, action-inspiring messaging.

Through interactive exercises, you’ll collaborate with peers to apply new concepts, address your unique communication challenges, and problem-solve together. This hands-on workshop will equip you to navigate today’s landscape, capitalize on opportunities, and overcome obstacles.

By the end, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how to create a plan that strengthens stakeholder relationships, drives fundraising efforts, and advances your mission.

View Event →
Pause Circle
Mar
4

Pause Circle

Embrace the Pause: a journey to inner harmony. Join our circles to explore what it means to be human, through deep listening and self-discovery. Step off life's hamster wheel to rejuvenate, reclaim your power, and celebrate self-worth with us.

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Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders
Mar
3

Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders

This 1.5-hour "refresher" executive roundtable is designed for senior communications leaders seeking a confidential space to refine their strategic communications planning. Participants will exchange ideas with peers, explore innovative approaches to organizational challenges, and receive support in managing diverse stakeholders.

By the end of the session, you'll gain deeper insights into navigating your organization’s toughest communication challenges, staying aligned with strategic priorities amidst day-to-day demands, and positioning yourself as the bold, unapologetic, and trusted advisor your organization needs.

View Event →
Honoring All Families in your Work with Children
Feb
25

Honoring All Families in your Work with Children

This brief training will be an introduction to the 10 critical perspectives and strategies that practitioners and leaders can use to honor all families and children they serve. These tenets are essential for all professionals who provide direct service to children and families, as well as managers who supervise direct-service staff & administrators who lead programs that serve children and families. This training may provide 1 hour towards the Cultural Humility competency for the Florida Infant Mental Health Endorsement® application or renewal.

This training counts towards the 10 hours of in-service training required by DCF for child care personnel.

View Event →
Pause Circle
Feb
18

Pause Circle

Embrace the Pause: a journey to inner harmony. Join our circles to explore what it means to be human, through deep listening and self-discovery. Step off life's hamster wheel to rejuvenate, reclaim your power, and celebrate self-worth with us.

View Event →
Reflective Practice group
Feb
17

Reflective Practice group

For who: Staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

Join a transformative space designed to elevate your leadership! This Diversity-Informed Reflective Consultation Group empowers you to explore the impact of your work through the lenses of equity, inclusion, and belonging. With a focus on cultural humility and social justice, you'll engage in open dialogue, reflect on your professional identity, and develop tools to navigate systemic challenges. Gain deeper empathy, build resilience, and foster meaningful change—all while enhancing your capacity to lead with equity and purpose.

View Event →
Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)
Feb
17

Reflective Practice group for Supervisors (Spanish)

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

Join a transformative space designed to elevate your leadership! This Diversity-Informed Reflective Consultation Group empowers you to explore the impact of your work through the lenses of equity, inclusion, and belonging. With a focus on cultural humility and social justice, you'll engage in open dialogue, reflect on your professional identity, and develop tools to navigate systemic challenges. Gain deeper empathy, build resilience, and foster meaningful change—all while enhancing your capacity to lead with equity and purpose.

View Event →
Mindfulness Retreat
Feb
12

Mindfulness Retreat

Experience a day of tranquility and transformation at The Sacred Space Miami – a tropical oasis featuring beautiful interiors, reflective pools and lush gardens. This mindfulness mini-retreat offers a variety of practices including body scans, loving-kindness meditation, mindful movement, sitting meditation, forest therapy and breathwork – all designed to help you find balance and peace in your daily life. Step away from life's demands and give yourself space to breathe and reset. Remember to pack comfortable clothes for outdoor activities. 

View Event →
Honoring All Families in your Work with Children (Spanish session)
Feb
11

Honoring All Families in your Work with Children (Spanish session)

This brief training will be an introduction to the 10 critical perspectives and strategies that practitioners and leaders can use to honor all families and children they serve. These tenets are essential for all professionals who provide direct service to children and families, as well as managers who supervise direct-service staff & administrators who lead programs that serve children and families. This training may provide 1 hour towards the Cultural Humility competency for the Florida Infant Mental Health Endorsement® application or renewal.

Únete a nuestra sesión interactiva y aprende 10 estrategias esenciales para brindar apoyo a familias y a niños. Es ideal para practicantes, líderes y administradores. Haz 1 hora en Humildad Cultural para acreditarte en Salud Mental Infantil en Florida®. ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad transformadora!

This training counts towards the 10 hours of in-service training required by DCF for child care personnel.

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Leading Your Team through Uncertain Times
Feb
10

Leading Your Team through Uncertain Times

This training is specifically designed for supervisors and executives within your organization. The last few years have been a lot for leaders and supervisors of organizations. For some of you, the last few years are just part of a much longer difficult storm at your organization. For many of us, it would have been helpful to have a guide or a playbook on how to navigate through these situations with your team. Within this training, you will learn strategies on how to lead your team through difficult storms while focusing on maintaining the social and emotional wellness of your colleagues. Whether there is high staff turnover, trauma or grief experienced at the workplace, or deliverables or services seem more complex than ever, your leadership approach will influence the social and emotional outcome of your team during this storm.

View Event →
Reflective Practice group (Spanish)
Feb
10

Reflective Practice group (Spanish)

For who: Supervisors of staff working with young children (ages 0-6) and their families.

Join a transformative space designed to elevate your leadership! This Diversity-Informed Reflective Consultation Group empowers you to explore the impact of your work through the lenses of equity, inclusion, and belonging. With a focus on cultural humility and social justice, you'll engage in open dialogue, reflect on your professional identity, and develop tools to navigate systemic challenges. Gain deeper empathy, build resilience, and foster meaningful change—all while enhancing your capacity to lead with equity and purpose.

View Event →
Ending the Silence
Feb
5

Ending the Silence

Ending the Silence is a dynamic mental health intervention and education program designed for staff working with youth and families including, but not limited to, educators, social workers, youth counselors, family service coordinators, community outreach workers, and any professional who regularly interacts with young people and their families in their work. This training initiative, delivered virtually through Zoom by NAMI Miami-Dade, empowers participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, understand, and respond effectively to mental health warning signs in the populations they serve. The evidence-informed program covers essential topics including recognizing early warning signs of mental health conditions, understanding the impact of trauma and stress on youth development, developing effective communication strategies for sensitive conversations, and building a toolkit of intervention techniques and community resources.

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Trauma Informed Care for LGBTQ+ Youth
Feb
5

Trauma Informed Care for LGBTQ+ Youth

Explore how trauma and identity intersect for LGBTQ+ youth through a social-ecological lens. This interactive training dives into Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), mental health impacts, and trauma-informed care. Learn best practices to build resilience, strengthen protective factors, and support families in fostering safety and well-being. Gain actionable strategies to create inclusive, supportive environments that empower LGBTQ+ youth to thrive.

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Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders
Feb
5

Strategic Communications: Virtual Roundtable for Nonprofit Leaders

This 1.5-hour "refresher" executive roundtable is designed for senior communications leaders seeking a confidential space to refine their strategic communications planning. Participants will exchange ideas with peers, explore innovative approaches to organizational challenges, and receive support in managing diverse stakeholders.

By the end of the session, you'll gain deeper insights into navigating your organization’s toughest communication challenges, staying aligned with strategic priorities amidst day-to-day demands, and positioning yourself as the bold, unapologetic, and trusted advisor your organization needs.

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Pause Circle
Feb
4

Pause Circle

Embrace the Pause: a journey to inner harmony. Join our circles to explore what it means to be human, through deep listening and self-discovery. Step off life's hamster wheel to rejuvenate, reclaim your power, and celebrate self-worth with us.

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The Supervisor Support Space: Conversations on wellness in the workplace
Feb
3

The Supervisor Support Space: Conversations on wellness in the workplace

This training is designed to provide executives, leaders, supervisors with practical tips and strategies to promote SEW in their organizations through the promotion of values, healthy workplace policies, culture, communication practices, and structural and environmental changes. We know that the workplace is an ever changing environment that will require you to be flexible with your approaches. We hope to introduce practical ideas and strategies to help you move in the direction of promoting social emotional wellness of your colleagues.

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Strategic Communications: How To Write a Plan That Helps You Reach, Raise and Serve More
Feb
3

Strategic Communications: How To Write a Plan That Helps You Reach, Raise and Serve More

In this immersive, four-hour in-person intensive, designed for mid-level communications, marketing, and development staff (or nonprofit leaders managing communications), you'll master a proven framework for crafting a strategic public relations plan that engages your key stakeholders with compelling, action-inspiring messaging.

Through interactive exercises, you’ll collaborate with peers to apply new concepts, address your unique communication challenges, and problem-solve together. This hands-on workshop will equip you to navigate today’s landscape, capitalize on opportunities, and overcome obstacles.

By the end, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how to create a plan that strengthens stakeholder relationships, drives fundraising efforts, and advances your mission.

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Jan
28

Inclusive Leadership Series

Location: Virtual

Description

Join our transformative 'Inclusive Leadership: Building a Just Society' series, a comprehensive 4-part journey designed for current and aspiring leaders. This program will equip you with the skills and insights to foster an inclusive culture within your organization, enhancing team performance and making a lasting impact on the broader South Florida community. Engage with us in this vital learning experience, where each session builds on the last, culminating in a strategic approach to enact meaningful change and promote equity and diversity.

This is a 4-part series, with each session designed to build upon the previous one. The series is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of inclusive leadership. The progression through the series is as follows:

Session 1: Lays the foundation of inclusive leadership, introducing key concepts and the importance of diversity and inclusion in leadership roles.

Session 2: Explores deeper into the practical aspects of implementing inclusive practices in leadership, focusing on real-world applications and strategies.

Session 3: Focuses on advanced skills and tools necessary for overcoming challenges and barriers to inclusivity within organizations and teams.

Session 4: Culminates the series by synthesizing all the learning into a strategic framework for transforming organizations and positively impacting the broader community of South Florida, including the lives of students.

Participants are encouraged to commit to the entire series to gain a holistic and thorough understanding of inclusive leadership. The series is designed to not only enhance leadership within organizations but also to contribute positively to the broader South Florida community, including its educational institutions and diverse population.

Other sessions:

Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 10:00 am EST–Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 11:30 am EST

Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 10:00 am EST–Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 11:30 am EST

Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 10:00 am EST–Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 11:30 am EST

Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 10:00 am EST–Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 11:30 am EST

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Jan
22

Ending the Silence

Location: Virtual

Description

Unlock key mental health insights with Ending the Silence, a powerful, evidence-based mental health training designed specifically for professionals working with youth and families. This virtual session will take place on zoom.

Led in partnership with NAMI this training will help you:

·     Recognize early warning signs of youth mental health challenges

·     Deepen your understanding of mental health issues affecting young people

·     Build confidence in providing effective support and intervention

This session is free and open to all youth-serving professionals committed to fostering mental well-being in our communities as part of The Ripple Effect. This initiative is Led by YWCA South Florida and funded in part by The Children’s Trust.

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