More than Pride—Strategizing for the Future of LGBTQ Youth

In this Iowa ACEs 360 Learning Circle, participants will reflect on current practices and policies to create an LGBTQ-inclusive culture. Leaders from Iowa Safe Schools will highlight models for advocacy.

Thursday, August 6
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Online through Zoom

ACEs and Education Train the Trainers

This course is designed for school and community leaders who have a core understanding of ACEs knowledge and will be leading trainings within schools and education organizations. Presenting this course fulfills Iowa's requirements for educators to receive training on ACEs and toxic stress. The course gives an understanding that there is hope in responding to ACEs and toxic stress in school systems. Attendees will receive access to training materials and resources to provide trainings in their networks. 
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Sources of Toxic Stress among Iowa’s Latinx Youth and How to Improve Well-Being

This session will cover key findings from Al Éxito's Youth Mental Health Study and how today’s environment is causing trauma for Iowa’s Latinx population. Attendees will then have an opportunity to identify specific strategies to apply in schools and communities to improve student well-being.

Thursday, August 13
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Online through Zoom