Hosted by the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Children with disabilities experience unique vulnerabilities that increase their risk of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. We will explore the intersection of disability and abuse through an advocacy and prevention lens. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of why children with disabilities are at higher risk, how abuse may present […]

Hosted by SaveCenla A two-day interactive work­shop in suicide first aid.  The LivingWorks ASIST program teaches participants to recognize when someone may have thoughts of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Location: EBRSO Training Center Register at: SaveCenla.com SaveCenla is fully funded in Central Louisiana and available […]

Hosted by the National Institute for Health Care Management Youth mental health disorders have been on the rise in recent years, with nearly 1 in 3 adolescents (ages 12 to 17) experiencing a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral health condition. There has also been growing attention to the potential effects of social media, artificial intelligence (AI), and […]

Hosted by the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council Taking Action Against Abuse is a hands-on workshop to help you stay safe. In this training, you will learn: What abuse and neglect mean; signs that someone may be hurting you or not treating you right; how to speak up for yourself; who you can tell if something […]

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Hosted by the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Hope Grows Here: Cultivating Protective Factors for Safe and Thriving Families Where prevention, connection, and resilience take root. Register for the event.

Hosted by the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council Taking Action Against Abuse is a hands-on workshop to help you stay safe. In this training, you will learn: What abuse and neglect mean; signs that someone may be hurting you or not treating you right; how to speak up for yourself; who you can tell if something […]

Attention Florida Parishes Area families, caregivers, and community members! The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council is bringing the Taking Action Against Abuse Workshop Series to your area — and it's at no cost! We offer 2 CEUs for those who need credit hours. This hands-on workshop will help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn their […]

Hosted by the Central Louisiana Human Services District Continuing education hours are available! Learn more and register.

Hosted by SaveCenla A two-day interactive work­shop in suicide first aid.  The LivingWorks ASIST program teaches participants to recognize when someone may have thoughts of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. Location: VFW Post 4588/ 1004 Jeter St/ Bossier City Register at: SaveCenla.com SaveCenla is fully funded […]

Training Date: June 2, 2026 Training Time: Full 8-hour training, 9am-5pm Location: Empower 225 Dream Center, 4829 Winbourne Ave. Baton Rouge, LA 70805 Eligibility: Lived Experience Attendees must be between the ages of 18-26 and have lived experience in the foster care system. You must be eligible to participate. The Pelican Center for Children and […]

 Zoom Webinar: 2 no-cost continuing education contact hours available for nurses and social workers Featuring Brandi Kelly, PhD, NADD-CC Clinical Director, Office of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, LDH  Date: June 2 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/WellnessJune2 View the event flyer. Please share with professionals and families who may benefit!