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The purpose of this training is to expand on the processes you have been trained on in your individual agencies so you can better understand how those processes fit into the bigger picture of collaboration in child abuse investigations. We invite professionals who contribute to the investigative process to participate in this two-part training to see how the parties' responsibilities weave together and hear clarification from the panel of experts. This training consists of an online asynchronous lesson and a recorded panel discussion. Participate in both components to earn credit. Read more

Este curso prepara a los reporteros obligatorios con los conocimientos y las habilidades para reconocer y denunciar el abuso y la negligencia infantil, junto con una descripción general de los diferentes tipos de abuso y su prevalencia en Nebraska. En esta capacitación, los participantes analizarán los desafíos asociados con la denuncia del abuso y la negligencia, practicarán cómo hacer preguntas con datos mínimos y recibirán recursos que los ayudarán a saber cómo y cuándo denunciar. Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre el proceso de inscripción, envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected] o llame al 531-301-5079. Read more

Designed for family advocates who work in child advocacy centers, this training teaches the essential skills required for family advocates as determined by the credentialing standards of the National Children’s Alliance. This training series is a blended approach containing instructor-led and asynchronous lessons. You must complete all the training components within 3 months to earn credit.   In 2025, the Project Harmony Training Institute will offer the following cohort dates: January 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 May 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22 July 15, 17, 22. 24, 29, 31 September 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 Read more

Did you know hopeful people are likely to be happier and healthier in their jobs, and more fulfilled in life than their lower-hope peers? Over 2000 research studies confirm that hope – yes, hope – is the #1 predictor of future well-being outcomes! We believe hope is the antidote to adverse childhood experiences and can’t wait to share the secrets of its untapped power to change outcomes. Join us as we define, teach, and learn to measure hope in ourselves and others.   Contact [email protected] with questions, or to request accommodations for participants who are hard of hearing. Read more

This course prepares mandatory reporters with the knowledge and skills to recognize and report child abuse and neglect along with an overview of the different types of abuse and their prevalence in Nebraska.  In this training, participants will discuss challenges associated with reporting abuse and neglect, practice asking minimal facts questions, and receive resources that will help with knowing how and when to report. If you have any questions about the enrollment process, please either email [email protected] or call 531-301-5079.   Upcoming Sessions: - September 16, 1-3pm at Project Harmony - October 14, 9-11am Webinar - November 4, 9-11am at Project Harmony - December 9, 9-11am Webinar   Please contact the Project Harmony Training Institute at [email protected] to request accommodations for participants hard of hearing   Read more

This course educates community members about the basic definitions and responses to all types of child abuse and neglect, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, exploitation, and trafficking. This training also describes the services of a Child Advocacy Center, like Project Harmony, and contains mock calls to the Nebraska Abuse and Neglect Hotline. Lastly, the training will cover elements of receiving a disclosure, calling the hotline, and common reactions. By outlining the process and observing realistic examples, learners will be more equipped to respond to a child in need. While most of the content is foundational to all discussions of abuse and neglect, references to statute are specific to Nebraska. Participants from outside of Nebraska are encouraged to investigate child abuse and neglect policies and procedures in their own state. Read more