Uncovering the Traps of Implicit Bias

Advancing EDI internally requires more than just the knowledge and will to act. Staff must also understand the multiple ways in which bias unconsciously manifests in our daily lives and working relationships. Building on brain function research and behavioral science, participants will learn about the bias traps we fall into, what causes them, and what can work to reduce and/or eliminate them.

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Engaging in Policy Advocacy with Social Current

This webinar will introduce organizations to Social Current’s policy and advocacy work, as well as our plans to update and redefine policy priorities in early 2022. The next policy agenda will serve as a roadmap for our collective policy work and be informed by the perspectives of leaders in the sector. Learn more about how you can get involved in this process, which will start early next year.

Free

Maximize Your Social Current Engagement Package: Hub Demo and Information Session

Join us for a sneak peek at Social Current Hub, a dynamic online portal designed to help you get the support you need and take advantage of all that Social Current offers. In addition to highlighting the Hub’s features, this session will preview upcoming services, tools, and engagement opportunities. This webinar will include ample time for Q&A, as you explore ways to maximize the engagement experience for your organization and colleagues.

Free

Introduction to COA Accreditation

This webinar will provide an introduction to Social Current and COA Accreditation. Participants will gain an understanding of the key concepts that define COA Accreditation, the steps toward becoming accredited, and the benefits of accreditation.

Free

Building Workforce Resilience to Thrive During Challenging Times

Join other organizational leaders, managers, and human services experts as we kick off 2022 by exploring concepts and strategies that are foundational to building a workforce that can stay well and healthy, even amid constantly changing environments. A positive organizational culture is critical for supporting staff as they partner authentically with community members who often experience complex challenges, systemic inequities, and personal trauma. This webinar will explore how to advance positive workforce goals such as managing conflict, nurturing relationships, embracing equity, and achieving excellence.

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Leverage the Social Current Network with SPARK Exchanges (Formerly APEX Groups)

This webinar will introduce Social Current’s SPARK Exchanges, formerly Alliance Peer Exchange (APEX) groups offered as a benefit of Alliance membership. Through Social Current, SPARK Exchanges unite social sector professionals around functional roles and key issue areas to collaborate, share and/or access resources and solutions, discuss emerging trends, and receive policy updates and action opportunities. Join this session to learn about the groups, hear from participants, and see a demo of the Social Current Hub.

Free

Introduction to COA Accreditation

This webinar will provide an introduction to Social Current and COA Accreditation. Participants will gain an understanding of the key concepts that define COA Accreditation, the steps toward becoming accredited, and the benefits of accreditation.

Free

Policy Agenda Focus Group: Social Sector Health & Excellence

During this focus group, we will explore current social sector workforce challenges, the conditions that create or inhibit the financial health of the sector, the role of evidence-based practice in strengthening the sector, and more. Social Current is currently leading a highly inclusive and collaborative process to engage its network in developing its federal policy agenda for 2022-2024. The agenda-setting process will determine the federal policies and issues of focus for our network’s collective policy and advocacy work.

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The Four GEMS of Accreditation

The 4 GEMS of Accreditation is a framework that can be used by staff who are leading the accreditation/reaccreditation effort at their organizations. Using it as your guide will help you navigate the process more efficiently and effectively. Webinar participants will gain ideas, tools, and real-world advice for managing the accreditation/reaccreditation process. Hear helpful recommendations for breaking it down into distinct components, recruiting staff, maintaining momentum, and remaining focused on the goal.

Free

Policy Agenda Focus Group: Social Determinants of Health & Health Equity

During this focus group, we will explore our sector’s role in advancing health equity. We will discuss how, through the lens of the social determinants of health, our sector can contribute to improved health and well-being and greater health equity in our communities. In addition, we will identify the policy interventions that are needed to help us reach these goals. Social Current is currently leading a highly inclusive and collaborative process to engage its network in developing its federal policy agenda for 2022-2024. The agenda-setting process will determine the federal policies and issues of focus for our network’s collective policy and advocacy work.

Free

Policy Agenda Focus Group: Child & Family Well-Being

During this focus group, we will explore child and family well-being through the lens of the child welfare, behavioral health, and justice systems and discuss the policy issues that are important to our network in this space. In addition, this focus group will address how we can create conditions to incentivize providing prevention and supports to families. Social Current is currently leading a highly inclusive and collaborative process to engage its network in developing its federal policy agenda for 2022-2024. The agenda-setting process will determine the federal policies and issues of focus for our network’s collective policy and advocacy work.

Free