BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Social Current - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Social Current X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.social-current.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Social Current REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T153000 DTSTAMP:20260414T235613 CREATED:20240205T144412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T144417Z UID:10000364-1717513200-1717515000@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:Introduction to COA Accreditation DESCRIPTION:Register \n \n This free 30-minute webinar provides an introduction to Social Current and COA Accreditation. It is perfect for anyone seeking accreditation for the first time\, interested in what is required to become accredited\, or mandated to become accredited by state or federal legislation. Participants will gain an understanding of the key concepts that define COA Accreditation\, the steps toward becoming accredited\, and the benefits of accreditation. There will also be a Q&A portion for us to answer any questions you might have. \nTakeaways\n\nWhat is the value of accreditation\nWhat is the accreditation process\nHow to become accredited\n\nWho Should Participate\nAnyone who is interested in learning more about accreditation for their organization\, whether it be first-time accreditation or reaccreditation. \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Joe Perrow\n \n Network Growth Manager\nSocial Current \n \n Biography\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Joe Perrow\n Network Growth Manager\nSocial Current \n \n Joe Perrow is the network growth manager for accreditation services at Social Current. His role allows him to work closely with organizations that are seeking accreditation for the first time by helping them to navigate standards\, establish a timeline\, and proactively prepare for the process. Perrow has a master’s in business administration from Campbell University and more than eight years’ experience in business development\, marketing\, and partner management. URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/introduction-to-coa-accreditation-28/ CATEGORIES:COA Accreditation Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/COA-Accredited-Webinar-Catalog-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T235959 DTSTAMP:20260414T235613 CREATED:20240405T135610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T184613Z UID:10000382-1717977600-1718063999@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:On the Road: APHSA National Human Services Summit DESCRIPTION:Shared Vision\, Collective Impact: Shaping Our Future Together\n \n Join us in Arlington\, Virginia at the American Public Human Services Association (APHSA) National Human Services Summit on June 9-12. \nAre you attending this event? Join Jody Levison-Johnson\, president and CEO of Social Current\, for her Leading Through Constraint: Successful Strategies for Thriving session during the summit and be sure to stop by our exhibit table to meet Turaia Ahsan\, COA accreditation coordinator\, to learn more about our complete range of solutions. Hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\nThe American Public Human Services Association (APHSA) National Human Services Summit offers unparalleled access to learning\, peer networking\, and connecting with a wide array of committed partners and organizations. Click here to learn more about the event. URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/on-the-road-aphsa-national-human-services-summit/ CATEGORIES:On the Road ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/On-the-Road.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T180000 DTSTAMP:20260414T235613 CREATED:20240109T160708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T135422Z UID:10000352-1718092800-1718301600@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:Advocacy Amplified Training and Hill Day DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event has closed. \nImpact Partners (Formerly Engagement Packages) and/or Organizations that Have Achieved COA Accreditation\nRegistration Price: $400 \nNon-Network Organizations\nRegistration Price: $475 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n About\n \n\n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n \n\n \n \n \n \n Location and Lodging\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n About \n \n\n \n \n \n The Advocacy Amplified Training and Hill Day is a comprehensive and interactive three-day event in Washington\, D.C.\, designed to empower individuals in the social sector with fundamental and advanced advocacy skills. Held at Social Current Headquarters and Capitol Hill\, the event will focus on transforming expertise into impactful strategies\, fostering relationships\, and mobilizing support around the Streamlining Federal Grants Act and other policy topics important to the sector. \nAbout the Event\nThe two-day training will equip attendees with the information and skills to effectively participate in Hill Day. Social Current facilitators and guest speakers will drive engagement throughout the event. \nOn day one\, attendees will learn fundamental aspects of effective advocacy and develop a strong foundation for future advocacy efforts. The session will cover the following topics: \n\nIntroduction to Advocacy\nNavigating the Advocacy Landscape\nCrafting Powerful Advocacy Messages\nBuilding Relationships\nMobilizing Support\n\nOn day two\, attendees will focus on advanced advocacy strategies\, equipping them with the skills to navigate policymaking and advocate for their causes. The session will cover the following topics: \n\nPolicy Analysis and Research\nInfluencing Legislation\nMedia and Communications\nAdvocacy Day Preparation\nEthical Considerations and Compliance\n\nOn day three\, attendees will gain real-world experience through Capitol Hill visits. You will meet with legislators and staff to advocate for critical issues and deliver persuasive messages based on the training received the previous days. \nSocial Current will arrange these meetings with members of Congress on your behalf. Using the addresses you provide during registration\, we will schedule meetings with your respective legislators\, ensuring that you have meaningful interactions with key decisionmakers. \nAll attendees must attend both days of training and Hill Day. You cannot attend just one part of the event. \nTakeaways\n\nEmpower attendees to transform their expertise\, lived experience\, and passions into impactful advocacy.\nEquip attendees with fundamental advocacy skills and advanced advocacy strategies required for successful campaigns.\nGain hands-on experience meeting with legislators around a shared goal.\nFoster a network of engaged and informed advocates from around the country.\nBuild relationships with Social Current’s Policy team and social sector colleagues.\n\nWho Should Participate\nAny staff or volunteer at a community-based organizations. No prior experience or skills are required. \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Agenda \n \n\n \n \n \n Day 1: June 11 – Fundamental Advocacy Skills & Advanced Strategies\n8-9 a.m. | Registration and Welcome Breakfast \n9-9:30 a.m. | Opening Remarks and Conference Overview \n9:30-10:30 a.m. | Session 1: Introduction to Advocacy \nAn overview of advocacy\, its importance\, and its role in societal change at various governmental levels. \n10:45 a.m.-Noon | Session 2: Navigating the Advocacy Landscape \nUnderstanding the political landscape\, identifying key stakeholders\, and engaging with policymakers and advocacy organizations. \nNoon-1 p.m. | Networking Lunch \n1-2:15 p.m. | Session 3: Crafting Powerful Advocacy Messages \nDeveloping skills to create persuasive messages\, framing issues\, using stories and data\, and tailoring messages to different audiences. \n2:30-3:45 p.m. | Session 4: Building Relationships \nStrategies for engaging with elected officials and their staff\, fostering connections\, and building long-term advocacy partnerships. \n4-5 p.m. | Session 5: Mobilizing Support \nRallying support and building coalitions for advocacy goals\, engaging community members\, organizations\, and allies. \n5-6 p.m. | Reflection and Group Discussion \n6 p.m. | Networking Dinner and Social Hour \nDay 2: June 12 – Skill Application and Preparation\n8-9 a.m. | Breakfast and Day 1 Recap \n9-10:15 a.m. | Session 6: Policy Analysis and Research \nTechniques for analyzing policies\, conducting research\, gathering evidence\, evaluating policy impact\, and presenting data. \n10:30-11:45 a.m. | Session 7: Influencing Legislation \nInsight into the legislative process\, effective policymaker engagement\, opportunities for input\, and shaping policy outcomes. \nNoon-1 p.m. | Networking Lunch \n1-2:15 p.m. | Session 8: Media and Communications \nThe importance of media in advocacy\, using traditional and digital platforms to raise awareness\, shape public opinion\, and gain campaign visibility. \n2:30-4 p.m. | Session 9: Advocacy Day Preparation \nPreparing for Capitol Hill visits\, including logistics\, scheduling meetings\, and conveying messages effectively in a limited time frame. \n4-5 p.m. | Panel Discussion: Ethical Considerations and Compliance in Advocacy \nAddressing ethical considerations\, legal compliance\, transparency\, disclosure\, and adherence to ethical standards in advocacy. \n5-6 p.m. | Group Work: Strategy Development and Role-Playing Exercises \n6 p.m. | Closing Remarks and Preparation for Capitol Hill Visits \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Location and Lodging \n \n\n \n \n \n Location\nDay 1 and 2 (Advocacy Training)\nSocial Current Headquarters\n1200 First St. NE 2nd Floor\nWashington\, DC 20002 \nDay 3 (Hill Day)\nCapitol Hill\n1 First St NE\nWashington\, DC 20543 \nAll attendees should meet at the Capitol Hill address provided. For anyone wanting to travel as a group\, we will meet at Social Current Headquarters in the morning and take the Metro together to Capitol Hill. \nLodging\nPlease secure your own lodging for this event. \nThe Morrow Hotel\n222 M Street NE\nWashington\, DC 20002 \nSocial Current has arranged a special room rate discount of 15% off the best available rate at The Morrow Hotel. Reserve your room online or call the hotel at 202-280-2288 and mention corporate ID 3222197. \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Presenters\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Blair Abelle-Kiser\n \n Senior Director of Government Affairs\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n David L. Thompson\n \n Vice President of Public Policy\nNational Council of Nonprofits \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ben Kershaw\n \n Director of Public Policy and Government Relations\nIndependent Sector URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/advocacy-amplified-training-and-hill-day/ LOCATION:U.S. Capitol\, Washington\, DC\, 20004\, United States CATEGORIES:Event,Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Advocacy-Amplified-Training-and-Hill-Day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T235613 CREATED:20240412T185450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T235516Z UID:10000386-1718197200-1718200800@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:COA Accreditation and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) DESCRIPTION:Register \n \n Participants will learn about COA Accreditation\, a service of Social Current\, as it relates to Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs). This webinar will provide an overview of accreditation for CCBHCs and feature BestSelf Behavioral Health\, a COA-accredited organization operating a CCBHC program. \nStaff from BestSelf will speak about their experiences with COA Accreditation\, how accreditation has been an asset\, and the learning curve for CCBHCs. Following their presentation\, participants will hear from Social Current staff about the COA Accreditation process and receive an update on our mental health and/or substance use services (MHSU) standards and their alignment with the CCBHC criteria. The session will end with time for Q&A. \nTakeaways\n\nWhat an organization operating a CCBHC should know when considering COA Accreditation\nHow COA Accreditation works for an organization operating a CCBHC\nNext steps for an organization operating a CCBHC to become accredited\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nCCBHC program directors\, quality improvement staff\, and behavioral health directors\nState representatives from Division of Behavioral Health/DHHSS\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Presenters\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Joe Perrow\n \n Network Growth Manager\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Kelly Barkley Mane\n \n Manager of Government Relations and Recognitions\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Melissa Dury\n \n Director of Standards\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Rebecca S. Steffen\n \n Vice President of Quality Improvement & Accreditation\nBestSelf Behavioral Health \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Sarah Weirzbowski\n \n Vice President of Clinic Services\nBestSelf Behavioral Health URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/coa-accreditation-and-certified-community-behavioral-health-clinics-ccbhcs/ CATEGORIES:COA Accreditation Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/COA-Accredited-Webinar-Catalog-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T154500 DTSTAMP:20260414T235613 CREATED:20240524T021440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T142614Z UID:10000393-1719241200-1719243900@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:Impact Partnership Spotlight: Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion DESCRIPTION:Register \n \n It is clear that advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion (EDI) is important for the social sector. It is critical for engaging our staff and for supporting children\, adults\, and communities. Join this session to learn more about Social Current’s years of experience in partnering with community-based organizations to help them set and reach their equity goals. \nPresenters will share our approach to EDI\, which positions organizations for success by focusing on organizational culture and addressing equity at multiple levels. Participants will gain tips for successfully advancing equity at their organizations. \nThis session will also offer an overview of the benefits included in Social Current Impact Partnerships and include time for Q&A. \nImpact Partnership Spotlight Series\nJoin us to learn about the benefits of becoming a Social Current Impact Partner and the exciting opportunities to connect with colleagues across the network. All staff at organizations interested in learning more about the benefits of Social Current Impact Partnerships are encouraged to participate in this webinar. \nIn addition to delving into the session’s spotlighted topic\, we will give an overview of Impact Partnerships and preview upcoming engagement opportunities. This webinar will include ample time for Q&A\, as you explore ways to maximize the partnership experience for your organization and colleagues. \nTakeaways\n\nAbout Social Current’s approach to embedding equity at the person\, organizational\, and systems levels\nEssential element for success in advancing EDI\nSocial Current resources for advancing EDI\nAbout Social Current Impact Partnerships\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nStaff at Impact Partner organizations\nStaff interested in learning more about becoming an Impact Partner\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Presenters\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Katy Lederer\n \n Network Growth Manager\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Phyllis Richards\n \n Director of EDI & Research\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Rachael Rucker\n \n Network Engagement Specialist\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Cherie Yanek\n \n Librarian\nSocial Current URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/impact-partnership-spotlight-equity-diversity-and-inclusion/ CATEGORIES:Webinar,EDI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Social-Current-Webinar-Catalog-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T235959 DTSTAMP:20260414T235613 CREATED:20240405T182734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T182740Z UID:10000383-1719446400-1719532799@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:On the Road: NCFA National Adoption Conference DESCRIPTION:See You In Texas\n \n Join us in Fort Worth\, Texas at the National Council for Adoption (NCFA) National Adoption Conference on June 26-28. \nAre you attending this event? Be sure to stop by our exhibit booth and visit with Marisa Collins\, director of strategic partnerships and partner relations\, to learn more about our full range of offerings\, upcoming learning opportunities\, and of course pick-up some cool Social Current swag. We hope to see you in Texas! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\nNCFA’s annual conference offers continuing education and high-caliber training to professionals from the adoption\, social work\, and child welfare communities who all share a common commitment to helping children thrive in nurturing\, permanent families. Click here to learn more about the event. URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/on-the-road-ncfa-national-adoption-conference/ CATEGORIES:On the Road ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/On-the-Road.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR