BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Social Current - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20240708T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240708T235959 DTSTAMP:20260414T222943 CREATED:20240626T202028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T202140Z UID:10000398-1720396800-1720483199@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:On the Road: FFTA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Empowering Families & Elevating Communities\n \n Join us in Denver\, Colorado at the Family Focused Treatment Association (FFTA) conference on July 7-10. \nAre you attending this event? Be sure to stop by our exhibit booth and visit with Rachael Rucker\, network engagement specialist\, 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 Denver! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\nAdvancing equity in child welfare and mental health systems\, supporting families within their communities\, and leading for today and tomorrow headline over 100 workshop\, roundtable\, and research educational offerings at this year’s conference. Attendees will also dive into leading-edge topics like workplace wellness\, embracing local innovation\, and implementing proven solutions in direct practice. Learn more about the conference here. URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/on-the-road-ffta-annual-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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T222943 CREATED:20240424T183718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T145201Z UID:10000388-1720526400-1720537200@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:Advancing Equity Workshop: Fundamentals to Support Your Journey (July Session) DESCRIPTION:Impact Partners and/or COA Accredited Organizations: $800 \nOther Organizations: $1\,000 \n \n\n \n Register \n \n Session Dates: July 9\, 16\, and 25 from noon – 3 p.m. ET. \nThis workshop also will be offered Nov. 6\, 13\, and 20. View details and register. \nUnderstanding how to build an inclusive and equitable culture is the job of every leader within an organization. Creating an inclusive culture connected to the meeting mission in co-creating with communities across the country is essential in building a perfect union. \nAs some voices push against a ‘woke culture\,’ there is an ever-increasing need to continue to raise the banner for social justice on every front and building organizational capacity for advancing equity\, diversity\, and inclusion (EDI). The need for leaders\, especially within social sector organizations\, to engage in building an equitable society for all. \nDuring this three-part virtual workshop\, participants will learn and engage in a safe environment\, where they can ask questions and share reflections with their peers. Using Social Current’s three-prong approach to EDI (Person\, Organization and Systems)\, the presenters will encourage participants to develop a deeper personal EDI journey\, to build an inclusive work culture\, and to become more aware of the systems that impact us all. \nSession Objectives\nSession One: Connecting Our Past to the Present (July 9 from noon – 3 p.m. ET) \n\nConnecting the past to the present; the history of systemic racism and its current impact\nLearning the steps for personal EDI growth\n\nSession Two: Moving Towards a More Perfect Union (July 16 from noon – 3 p.m. ET) \n\nCultural humility\nPsychological safety\n\nSession Three: Supporting Your Organization’s EDI Journey (July 25 from noon – 3 p.m. ET) \n\nLearn the phases of organizational growth in EDI\nDiscuss the essential components of an effective EDI plan\nDiscuss the challenges and opportunities for organizations as they implement EDI plans\n\nWorkshop Goals\n\nExplore relationships with EDI in a safe environment\nIncrease understanding of how to build an equitable and inclusive workplace culture\nWhy and how to build psychological safety among teams\, identify individual biases\, and understand the role of inequitable systems\nPhases of organizational growth in EDI and the essential components of a successful EDI plan\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nSenior Leadership\nDirectors and Managers\nEDI Practitioners\n\nInstruction Methods\nThe workshop will include webinar presentations of core concepts\, facilitated discussions\, and reflection opportunities. Organizations are encouraged to send multiple employees for collaborative learning and to build agency knowledge. \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 Jerica Broeckling\n \n EDI Consultant\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Romero Davis\n \n Senior Program 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 Romero Davis\n Senior Program Manager\nSocial Current \n \n Romero Davis is a director of practice excellence at Social Current. A mentor for professional development and community justice champion\, Davis has worked nationally with agencies in areas such as poly-victimization; trauma in families; equity\, diversity\, and inclusion; juvenile justice; and domestic violence. He is a member of the technical assistance team for Child Safety Forward. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Undraye Howard\, PhD\n \n Vice President of Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Engagement\nSocial Current \n \n Biography\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Undraye Howard\, PhD\n Vice President of Equity\, Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Engagement\nSocial Current \n \n Undraye Howard currently serves as vice president of equity\, diversity\, and inclusion at Social Current. In his roles over the years\, he has provided invaluable consultation to community-based organizations. In his current role\, he leads Social Current’s efforts in providing strategy\, solutions\, and support for the development of leaders in the social sector\, with an emphasis on equity\, diversity\, and inclusion (EDI). Through his strategic leadership and direction\, he and a team of network leaders have co-created helpful resources\, consultation\, and workshops that uplift and disseminate best practices to help community-based organizations advance their EDI journeys. \nIn addition\, Dr. Howard was instrumental in developing Social Current’s leadership development model\, the rEvolutionary Model\, which helps develop the skills of change leaders to drive toward system and population-level results. Dr. Howard also leads the annual Executive Leadership Institute\, which is held in partnership with Loyola University’s Quinlan School of Business. This transformational experience equips leaders with the knowledge and skills to create greater systems change. \nDr. Howard also has a deep appreciation and connection to the greater Milwaukee community. He sits on the board of AD2LUV Senior Housing (2006-present)\, Father Hood Initiative (2012-present)\, and the board of Holy Cathedral (1999-present)\, where he also led as youth director and deacon. He also served as a member on the State of Wisconsin Strengthening Families and Children. \nDr. Howard holds a doctorate in business from Bellevue University. He received his master’s in communication and bachelor’s in business administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Phyllis Richards\n \n Director of EDI and Research\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sheryl White\, PsyD\n \n Cultural Psychologist\, OD Practitioner & Leadership Coach \n \n Biography\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sheryl White\, PsyD\n Cultural Psychologist\, OD Practitioner & Leadership Coach \n \n Dr. Sheryl White\, a cultural psychologist and organization development practitioner\, brings over 25 years of experience facilitating ethical\, strategic\, and critical decision-making; inspiring compassionate leadership; advancing equity\, inclusion and belonging; and fostering positive culture transformation for optimal performance and impact. Dr. White started her post-college career as a preschool teacher and assistant site supervisor on a military installation\, and then transitioned to working as a rehabilitation counselor and consultant in the public and private sector. Prior to spending 20 years as an organization development consultant\, she served as area manager of San Diego and El Centro\, California for a subsidiary of Liberty Mutual and as an organization effectiveness specialist with the City of San Diego\, California’s second largest city government. \n Since 1999\, Dr. White has served as a leadership coach and small group facilitator with the Center for Creative Leadership and a core adjunct professor at National University. She has provided leadership coaching to mid-level\, senior and executive leaders from around the globe and across sectors from nonprofits\, municipalities\, education\, and healthcare organizations to startups and Fortune 100 companies. In 2008\, Dr. White joined the executive leadership team of the Neighborhood House Association one of San Diego county’s largest multi-purpose human services agencies\, where she currently serves as Senior Vice President of Training and Organization Development and General Manager of InnoVisions\, the agency’s social enterprise. Since 2009\, Dr. White has been the host of Leadership Matters\, an Internet radio show and podcast that airs on Voice America’s Business Channel. \n Dr. White holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Grambling State University\, a master’s degree in counseling from Louisiana Tech University\, and a master’s and Doctor of Psychology degree in culture and human behavior from Alliant International University in San Diego\, CA. She is a recognized Board Certified Coach (BCC) with the Center for Credentialing and Education\, Inc. \nDr. White is a life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc public service organization and has received countless honors and awards for her service. She is passionate about inspiring compassion and helping people work better\, and better together\, for the betterment of humanity. URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/advancing-equity-workshop-fundamentals-to-support-your-journey-july-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Training,EDI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/July-2024-Session.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240722T235959 DTSTAMP:20260414T222943 CREATED:20240626T203353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T204642Z UID:10000400-1721606400-1721692799@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:On the Road: National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors DESCRIPTION:Transforming Crisis Care: Innovative Strategies to Prevent Crises\, Promote Safety and Well-Being\n \n Join us in Washington\, D.C. at the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) annual meeting on July 21-23. \nAre you attending this event? Be sure to stop by our exhibit booth and visit with Kelly Barkley Mane\, manager of government relations and recognitions\, 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 there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\nFounded in 1959\, the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) represents the public mental health service delivery system serving all 50 states\, 6 territories\, and the District of Columbia. NASMHPD is the only national association to represent state mental health commissioners/directors and their agencies. Learn more about NASMHPH here. URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/on-the-road-national-association-of-state-mental-health-program-directors/ 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:20240724T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T222943 CREATED:20240604T210011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T203203Z UID:10000395-1721829600-1721833200@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:Financial Well-Being as a Retention Strategy for Nonprofits DESCRIPTION:Register \n \n In today’s highly competitive talent market\, retaining staff is a top priority–particularly in nonprofit and human services industries\, which historically have high turnover rates. In this webinar\, Social Current Strategic Industry Partner Marsh McLennan Agency will explore the critical role financial well-being plays in retaining employees and offer a strategic framework for organizations to achieve this goal effectively. \nThere is an undeniable connection between financial stability and employee retention. Employees burdened by financial stress are significantly more likely to experience distractions at work. In nonprofit and human services organizations\, where talent acquisition and retention are constant challenges\, addressing these financial concerns takes on even greater importance. \nMarsh McLennan Agency will share key findings from their report\, The Power of Prioritizing Employee Financial Well-Being\, which focuses on integrated well-being benefits offerings\, encompassing compensation\, benefits\, and other perks that organizations provide to their employees. By including comprehensive integrated benefits that address employees’ financial needs\, organizations can enhance their value and relevance. \nBut it doesn’t stop there\, including an effective communication strategy and education as tools for ensuring employees fully understand and appreciate the benefits offered is just as critical to your plan. \nTakeaways\n\nHow financial uncertainty puts a strain on your workforce and leads to turnover\nAs an employer\, you can have a positive impact on your workforce’s financial security\nHow to provide strategic and integrated benefits\, create a culture of support\, and communicate benefits effectively\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nExecutives\nHuman resources staff\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Presenter\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Nathan Rasmussen\, AIF®\, CPFA\, CHSA\n \n President of Retirement Services and Executive Compensation & Benefits \nMarsh McLennan Agency LLC | New England & Northeast Regions URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/financial-well-being-as-a-retention-strategy-for-nonprofits/ CATEGORIES:Leadership Development and Organizational Excellence ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Untitled-design-2024-06-05T091323.760.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T144500 DTSTAMP:20260414T222943 CREATED:20240709T135014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T141136Z UID:10000412-1721916000-1721918700@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:Impact Partnership Spotlight: Knowledge and Insights Center DESCRIPTION:Register \n \n Informing your work with relevant and trustworthy research is important—but it isn’t always easy to do. Information overload can be stressful and exploring emerging data and trends can be time consuming. Luckily\, the Social Current Knowledge and Insights Center (KIC) can help. \nExperienced Social Current staff and partners with subject matter expertise provide professionals in the nonprofit social services sector with timely and useful information solutions. This includes on-demand\, 24/7 access to thousands of online knowledge and resource assets\, full-text articles\, journals and publications\, and real-world policies and procedures from social services organizations. \nImpact Partners can also consult directly with KIC staff who provide reference services\, such as research requests\, subject compilations\, and coaching to use information resources more effectively. Join this session as we review some of the top issues and topics with the Social Current network and how KIC services and tools can provide insights\, best practices\, and other knowledge-building support. \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\nFeatures of the Knowledge and Insights Center\nHot topics in the Social Current network\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 Kirstin Anderson\n \n Director of Content Strategy\nSocial Current \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Rachael Rucker\n \n Network Engagement Specialist\nSocial Current URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/impact-partnership-spotlight-knowledge-and-insights-center/ CATEGORIES:Webinar 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:20240730T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240730T144500 DTSTAMP:20260414T222943 CREATED:20240703T184221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T201845Z UID:10000409-1722348000-1722350700@www.social-current.org SUMMARY:Social Current Solutions DESCRIPTION:Register \n \n Join this webinar to learn more about Social Current’s areas of expertise and solutions\, which support the full range of human and social services organizations. We strengthen and amplify the work of the social sector in six core integrated impact areas. \nSocial Current translates our expertise\, the latest research\, and the knowledge and experience of the field into a range of innovative solutions that address challenges facing our sector and society. These solutions include COA Accreditation\, consultation\, networking\, research support and learning\, and federal public policy advocacy and mobilization. \nAll are invited to learn more about how Social Current can support your organization’s goals. We welcome questions and look forward to connecting with you. \nTakeaways\n\nOverview of Social Current and about our network\nOur areas of expertise and impact\nAbout our solutions and how to work with us\nTime for Q&A\n\nWho Should Participate\n\nExecutives and directors of community-based organizations and other nonprofits\nStaff looking to improve equity\, diversity\, and inclusion and staff resilience and engagement\nStaff looking to support continuous learning and best practice through COA Accreditation and more\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n\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 \n Joe Perrow\n \n Network Growth Manager\nSocial Current \n \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 \n Joseph Seoane\n \n Senior Director of Network Engagement & Growth\nSocial Current URL:https://www.social-current.org/event/introduction-to-social-current/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.social-current.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Copy-of-Template-Webinar-Catalog-Image-Background-10.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR