The Ripple Effect Upcoming Events
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.
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.
Supporting our LGBTQ Community in Programs and Services
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.