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This course is for the Hasting, IA community. Project Harmony trainers present the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s materials targeting online safety. The training empowers parents, caregivers, and those who care about kids to engage in regular, age-appropriate conversations with youth about benefits, risks, and what to do if something happens online. The training includes resources and information from The National Center for Missing and Endangered Children (NCMEC) and other helpful resources, including discussion guides, tip sheets, and resources to research different apps or platforms children may be using.   This training is brought to you at no cost, thanks to the generous support of The John K. and Lynne D. Boyer Family Foundation. If you have any questions about the enrollment process, please either email [email protected] or call 531-301-5079.   Location: SWITCH 58962 380th Street Hastings, IA 51540 Time: 5pm-7pm Read more

This session is for the community in Hastings, IA. Project Harmony trainers present the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s materials targeting online safety. The training empowers parents, caregivers, and those who care about kids to engage in regular, age-appropriate conversations with youth about benefits, risks, and what to do if something happens online. The training includes resources and information from The National Center for Missing and Endangered Children (NCMEC) and other helpful resources, including discussion guides, tip sheets, and resources to research different apps or platforms children may be using.   This training is brought to you at no cost, thanks to the generous support of The John K. and Lynne D. Boyer Family Foundation. If you have any questions about the enrollment process, please either email [email protected] or call 531-301-5079.   Time: 5pm-7pm Read more

This course explores the critical connection between missing youth cases and anti-trafficking youth services, equipping professionals with actionable insights to enhance their practice. Participants will develop the skills to advocate for the integration of missing youth cases into anti-trafficking frameworks, justify the adoption of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) approach for leading such initiatives, and compare and contrast this MDT model with other collaborative efforts, including the specific roles and responsibilities of Child Advocacy Centers. 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 2026, the Project Harmony Training Institute will offer the following cohort dates: February 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 March 31, April 2, 7, 9, 14, 16 June 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 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. Please contact the Project Harmony Training Institute at [email protected] to request accommodations for participants hard of hearing   Read more