DESCRIPTION
This training focuses on preparing providers working with immigrant and refugee communities with practical strategies to offer support during times of uncertainty. Participants will explore how Legal Link provides legal referrals and resource support tailored to the unique challenges faced by immigrant families and their service providers. Additionally, Partnerships for Trauma Recovery will share methods for mental health support. Finally, participants will learn strategies to acknowledge and build on the resilience and strengths inherent in immigrant families, fostering empowerment and positive outcomes in their communities.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Providers working with immigrant and refugee families, providers working with young children ages 0-5 and their families.
A link to the online training will be provided to registered attendees closer to the event date.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Participants will be able to:
+Describe how Legal Link provides legal referrals and resource support for immigrant families and providers
+Identify at least 2 ways to provide mental health support during times of uncertainty
+Describe strategies for acknowledging & building on families resilience & strengths
AGENDA
10:00am Welcome and Introductions
Introduction to Legal Link
Overview of Immigration Laws
Paths to Legal Status
Community Justice Workers
Family Preparedness
Top Legal Tips for Providers
Q&A
Introduction to Partners for Trauma Recovery
Understanding the Effects of Trauma
Intergenerational Transmission of Strengths
Recognizing Resilience and Building on a Family's Strengths
Q&A
12:00pm Adjourn
