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SUMMARY:FANS TA January
DESCRIPTION:FANS Technical Assistance & Learning Community – 2025 Office Hours\n\n\nDo you have questions about how to introduce the FANS?\nAre there challenges engaging families in using the FANS tool?\nDo you have questions on how to create goals and plans using the FANS?\nAre you struggling with any part of FANS?\nDo you need support?\nIs it time for Recertification?\n\nPlease Join the FANS Technical Assistance Office Hours Learning Community. \nOffice Hours TBD each month via Zoom\n10:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nRegister Here. \nQuestions: Susan Lewis SLewis@ftnys.org
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fans-ta-january/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T080000
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SUMMARY:Family Empowerment Teach-In: Executive Budget Proposal Overview!
DESCRIPTION:Family Empowerment Teach-In: Executive Budget Proposal Overview!\nThursday\, February 6\, 2025 | 2-3:30 PM \nThe New York State budget season is underway! To inform our network about what’s at stake in this year’s budget fight\, we’re hosting a Family Empowerment Teach-in on the Executive Budget Proposal. \nJoin us on February 6th from 2:00-3:30pm to: \n\nGet a refresher on the state budget process\,\nLearn about Governor’s Hochul’s proposed state budget and how it compares to our FTNYS budget priorities\, and;\nPlug in to our advocacy efforts such as our upcoming Family Empowerment day on March 3rd.\n\nKnowledge is power! Learn what you need to know to advocate effectively for systems change on behalf of all families and young people. In advance of the teach-in\, linked here is an overview of our children’s behavioral health budget priorities and an overview of the Governor’s budget proposal prepared by Spencer Consulting. \nRegister HERE \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/family-empowerment-teach-in-executive-budget-proposal-overview/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250107T180901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T190517Z
UID:19192-1738663200-1738769400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:BASIC FANS
DESCRIPTION:The Family Needs & Strengths (FANS) assessment and outcome tool for Family Peer Support is derived from the Child Needs & Strengths (CANS)\, developed by Dr. John Lyons.  Seeing the need for a Family Peer Support Services assessment and outcome tool was developed in partnership with New York State Western Region Family Peer Support Services Program Directors\, Dr. Lyons\, and strongly encouraged and endorsed by New York State Office of Mental Health. \nParticipants must complete the following:\n\nFull Training Schedule along with homework\nMust participate in-person (virtually) for full training schedule to be able to take the test and use the tool effectively!\nAs this is an interactive participatory training\, please have your camera on all the time.\nWe offer TA monthly calls to support you and the use of the tool with parents/caregivers.\nPlease plan on attending at least the first TA call after taking FANS Basic.\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with link to join the meeting. \nClick here to register\nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/basic-fans/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241220T173439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T172201Z
UID:18933-1738670400-1738675800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Lived Experience Café
DESCRIPTION:FPA Lived Experience Cafe \nOccurs bi-monthly on the first\nTuesday from 12:00PM-1:30PM \nNew affinity space for credentialed\nFamily Peer Advocates to promote\ncollaboration\, skills development\,\ninclusivity and belonging! \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-lived-experience-cafe/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250115T221942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T195726Z
UID:19307-1738749600-1738755000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Ashe! Affirm Support Heal & Empower!
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nFeb 5\, 2025 10:00 AM\n\n\n\nParenting a child with behavioral health or other needs can be hard. Join us and learn how to support your child with positive\, affirming language and simple strategies to improve behavior and self-esteem. “When we affirm our children\, we aren’t just building their confidence—we are teaching them to believe in their potential.”\n\n\nDEI Training Series Flyer\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ashe-affirm-support-heal-empower/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250204T194712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T194745Z
UID:19704-1738850400-1738855800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Family Empowerment Teach-In: Executive Budget Proposal Overview!
DESCRIPTION:2025 Family Empowerment Teach-In! Executive Budget Proposal Overview\n\n\n\nThe New York State budget season is underway! To inform our network about what’s at stake in this year’s budget fight\, we’re hosting a Family Empowerment Teach-in on the Executive Budget Proposal. \nJoin us on February 6th from 2:00-3:30pm to: \n\n\nGet a refresher on the state budget process\,  \n\n\nLearn about Governor’s Hochul’s proposed state budget and how it compares to our FTNYS budget priorities\, and;  \n\n\nPlug in to our advocacy efforts such as our upcoming Family Empowerment day on March 3rd.  \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE \nAny questions regarding registration\, please email Zack Kilmer at zkilmer@ftnys.org
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/family-empowerment-teach-in-executive-budget-proposal-overview-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241223T180342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T180342Z
UID:19106-1739271600-1739275200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Supervisors Virtual Cafe
DESCRIPTION:YPA Supervisor Experience Cafe \nOccurs bi-monthly on the second\nTuesday from11:00AM-12:00PM \nNew open forum for YPA supervisors\nto discuss the challenges and\nsuccesses of supervising youth peer\nadvocates and to support role clarity! \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-supervisors-virtual-cafe/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250115T222459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T195823Z
UID:19309-1739440800-1739446200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Dadvocating!
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nFeb 13\, 2025 10:00 AM\nDiscover tools to support fathers\, build connections\, \nAnd empower fatherhood engagement. \nDEI Training Series Flyer \nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/dadvocating/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241220T181905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T181905Z
UID:18961-1739458800-1739462400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Youth Peers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Youth Peer Meetings \nOccurs monthly on the second Thursday from 3:00pm- 4:00pm \nStatewide meeting for Youth Peer Advocates\,\nCertified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPA)\,\nand others in similar peer-based roles that\nwork with youth to have an open discussion\nabout tools and strategies\, advocacy\, and\nworkforce development! \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/youth-peers-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241224T165101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T184301Z
UID:19117-1740051000-1740056400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Monthly TA Training
DESCRIPTION:YPA Monthly TA Trainings \nOccurs monthly on the third\nThursday from 11:30am – 1:00pm\nDynamic presentations from trusted experts on popular topics to educate\nand strengthen the youth peer advocate workforce and earn continuing education! \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-monthly-training/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250115T223000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T195954Z
UID:19311-1740477600-1740483000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers: Ending the Stigma Around Mental Health and Disability
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nFeb 25\, 2025 10:00 AM\n\n\n\nStigma in mental health & disability isolates\, marginalizes & silences parents\, children and communities. Join us and learn the history around this form of discrimination & obtain strategies empower your voice and uplift the voices of your children. Stigma thrives on ignorance—lets break it with knowledge and change the future together!\n\n\nDEI Training Series Flyer\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/breaking-barriers-ending-the-stigma-around-mental-health-and-disability/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250224T192501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T192501Z
UID:19885-1740481200-1740481200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Pathway to a Family Peer Advocate Professional Credential
DESCRIPTION:Pathway to a Family Peer Advocate Professional Credential\n      Register Here\n\n      When: Tuesday\, February 25 – 11:00 AM\n      Duration: 1 hours 30 minutes\n      Location: Zoom\n\n\nEvent Details: \n  \nJoin us while we provide a detailed overview of the Family Peer Advocate (FPA) credentialing process.  During this webinar\, we will walk together through the 6-steps to an FPA Professional Credential. Attendees will learn about  the qualifications\, required training\, and the application process.  We will cover frequently asked questions\, common mistakes\, and technical assistance available through Families Together in New York State to support you on your journey of becoming an FPA and receiving the Professional Credential. \nThis webinar is a resource for those interested in becoming credentialed as an Family Peer Advocate. In addition\, program directors and supervisors interested in hiring Family Peer Advocates will find this webinar informative in understanding the required credentialing process.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/pathway-to-a-family-peer-advocate-professional-credential/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250224T193219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T193219Z
UID:19889-1740481200-1740486600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Pathway to a Family Peer Advocate Professional Credential
DESCRIPTION:Pathway to a Family Peer Advocate Professional Credential\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 25 – 11:00 AM \nDuration: 1 hours 30 minutes \nLocation: Zoom \nEvent Details: \nJoin us while we provide a detailed overview of the Family Peer Advocate (FPA) credentialing process.  During this webinar\, we will walk together through the 6-steps to an FPA Professional Credential. Attendees will learn about  the qualifications\, required training\, and the application process.  We will cover frequently asked questions\, common mistakes\, and technical assistance available through Families Together in New York State to support you on your journey of becoming an FPA and receiving the Professional Credential. \nThis webinar is a resource for those interested in becoming credentialed as an Family Peer Advocate. In addition\, program directors and supervisors interested in hiring Family Peer Advocates will find this webinar informative in understanding the required credentialing process. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/pathway-to-a-family-peer-advocate-professional-credential-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250107T182110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T182110Z
UID:19196-1740564000-1740567600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FANS TA
DESCRIPTION:FANS Technical Assistance & Learning Community – 2025 Office Hours\n\n\nDo you have questions about how to introduce the FANS?\nAre there challenges engaging families in using the FANS tool?\nDo you have questions on how to create goals and plans using the FANS?\nAre you struggling with any part of FANS?\nDo you need support?\nIs it time for Recertification?\n\nPlease Join the FANS Technical Assistance Office Hours Learning Community. \nOffice Hours TBD each month via Zoom\n10:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nRegister Here. \nQuestions: Susan Lewis SLewis@ftnys.org
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fans-ta-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250224T192924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T192924Z
UID:19887-1740654000-1740659400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Pathway to a Youth Peer Advocate Professional Credential
DESCRIPTION:Pathway to a Youth Peer Advocate Professional Credential\n\nWhen: Thursday\, February 27 – 11:00 AM \nDuration: 1 hours 30 minutes \nLocation: Zoom \nEvent Details: \n  \nJoin us while we provide a detailed overview of the Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) credentialing process. During this webinar\, we will walk together through the 6-steps to a YPA Professional Credential. Attendees will learn about  the qualifications\, required training\, and the application process. We will cover frequently asked questions\, common mistakes\, and technical assistance available through Families Together in New York State to support you on your journey of becoming a YPA and receiving the Professional Credential. \nThis webinar is a resource for those interested in becoming credentialed as a Youth Peer Advocate. In addition\, program directors and supervisors interested in hiring Youth Peer Advocates will find this webinar informative in understanding the required credentialing process. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/pathway-to-a-youth-peer-advocate-professional-credential/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241025T003627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T155655Z
UID:18577-1740960000-1741046399@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Family Empowerment Day March 3\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join families and young people across New York State for a month of advocacy about topics and issues that are important to you!\nFamily Empowerment Month ensures we give families and youth a seat at the table where policy decisions are being made.\nDate & Time: March 3rd\, 2025\nDescription: Rally & March at the Capitol \nLocation: The Well\, Legislative Office Building\n198 State St\, Albany\, NY 12210\nRegistration Coming Soon.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/family-empowerment-day-march-3-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250307T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250115T230056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T200059Z
UID:19313-1741341600-1741348800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Empower Abilities!
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time\nMar 7\, 2025 10:00 AM\n\n\n\nDescription\nPractical advice and guidance for helping our children with intellectual/developmental challenges. Gain insight into systems navigation\, obtain advocacy and parenting skill tips that will help create a brighter and more empowered future for your child\, your family and you!\n\n\nDEI Training Series Flyer\n\nRegister Here.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/empower-abilities/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250107T182402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T192607Z
UID:19198-1741687200-1741793400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FANS BASIC
DESCRIPTION:The Family Needs & Strengths (FANS) assessment and outcome tool for Family Peer Support is derived from the Child Needs & Strengths (CANS)\, developed by Dr. John Lyons.  Seeing the need for a Family Peer Support Services assessment and outcome tool was developed in partnership with New York State Western Region Family Peer Support Services Program Directors\, Dr. Lyons\, and strongly encouraged and endorsed by New York State Office of Mental Health. \nParticipants must complete the following:\n\nFull Training Schedule along with homework\nMust participate in-person (virtually) for full training schedule to be able to take the test and use the tool effectively!\nAs this is an interactive participatory training\, please have your camera on all the time.\nWe offer TA monthly calls to support you and the use of the tool with parents/caregivers.\nPlease plan on attending at least the first TA call after taking FANS Basic.\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with link to join the meeting. \nClick here to register\nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fans-basic-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241220T175218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T184919Z
UID:18944-1741690800-1741694400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Supervisor Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:FPA Supervisor Experience Cafe \nOccurs bi-monthly on the second\nTuesday from11:00AM-12:00PM \nNew open forum for FPA supervisors\nto discuss the challenges and\nsuccesses of supervising family peer\nadvocates and to support role clarity \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/supervisor-experience-cafe-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250108T175742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T214624Z
UID:19209-1741878000-1741881600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Youth Peers Meeting
DESCRIPTION:YPM is a monthly statewide meeting for students and youth\, Youth Peer Advocates (YPA)\, Certified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPA)\, and others in similar peer-based roles (ages 12-30) to connect and have an open discussion to share tools and strategies\, advocacy\, and workforce development.  \nOccurs monthly on the second Wednesday from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/youth-peers-meeting-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250304T185546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T185546Z
UID:19966-1742299200-1742302800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Building Confidence in Youth: The Role of Youth Peer Advocates 
DESCRIPTION:Building Confidence in Youth: The Role of Youth Peer Advocates \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, March 18\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \n\n\n\nClick Here to Register!\n\n\n\nOr use this link: bit.ly/3F18Ydp \n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is designed to equip Youth Peer Advocates to support youth in building self-confidence. As a YPA\, you play an important role because you are viewed as a credible messenger and an example of resilience by the youth you serve. Self-confidence is essential in order for youth to develop into successful adults\, as this helps them better relate to peers\, perform better academically\, and make informed\, safer decisions. Join us as we explore the many facets of confidence and how it can be pivotal to your work with young people and as a YPA. In this webinar\, we will address the importance of self-confidence\, challenges to one’s self-confidence\, and practical tips to use when working with youth. Come discover the tools to build confidence and learn ways to apply these tips to your own life!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/building-confidence-in-youth-the-role-of-youth-peer-advocates/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250103T144053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T144053Z
UID:19152-1742470200-1742475600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Monthly TA Trainings
DESCRIPTION:YPA Monthly TA Trainings \nOccurs monthly on the third\nThursday from 11:30am – 1:00pm\nDynamic presentations from trusted experts on popular topics to educate\nand strengthen the youth peer advocate workforce and earn continuing education! \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-monthly-ta-trainings-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241220T180100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T174155Z
UID:18952-1742551200-1742556600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Monthly TA Training
DESCRIPTION:FPA Monthly TA Trainings \nOccurs monthly on the third\nFriday from10:00AM-11:30AM \nDynamic presentations from trusted\nexperts on popular topics to educate\nand strengthen the workforce! \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/monthly-ta-training-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T153000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250311T200914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T200927Z
UID:20137-1742911200-1742916600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Discharge Planning for Family Peer Advocates
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, March 25\, 2025\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM \n\n\n\nClick Here to Register!\n\n\n\nOr use this link: bit.ly/41fq9iX \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of this webinar is to provide Family Peer Advocates (FPAs) with the skills needed to prepare a family for discharge from their services. After this webinar\, FPAs will be able to identify when the family possesses the necessary strengths to effectively advocate for their child and family as they prepare for discharge. FPAs will also understand ways to maintain the professional relationship through and after discharge. In addition\, the webinar will cover discharge interventions and strategies for managing unplanned discharges. Finally\, FPAs will gain insight into how to manage their own emotions when discharging a family.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/discharge-planning-for-family-peer-advocates/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20250107T182813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T183252Z
UID:19202-1742983200-1742986800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FANS TA
DESCRIPTION:FANS Technical Assistance & Learning Community – 2025 Office Hours\n\n\nDo you have questions about how to introduce the FANS?\nAre there challenges engaging families in using the FANS tool?\nDo you have questions on how to create goals and plans using the FANS?\nAre you struggling with any part of FANS?\nDo you need support?\nIs it time for Recertification?\n\nPlease Join the FANS Technical Assistance Office Hours Learning Community. \nOffice Hours TBD each month via Zoom\n10:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nRegister Here. \nQuestions: Susan Lewis SLewis@ftnys.org
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fans-ta-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T000013
CREATED:20241220T173815Z
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SUMMARY:FPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Lived Experience Cafe \nOccurs bi-monthly on the first\nTuesday from12:00PM-1:30PM \nNew affinity space for credentialed\nFamily Peer Advocates to promote\ncollaboration\, skills development\,\ninclusivity and belonging! \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-lived-experience-cafe-2/
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UID:20274-1744023600-1744038000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Western Region Resource & Job Fair 2025
DESCRIPTION:Western Region Resource & Job Fair 2025\nTake the First Step Towards Your Dream Career!\nJoin us at the Western Region Resource & Job Fair\, presented by Families Together in NYS Youth Power! This exciting event brings together leading employers\, peer support organizations\, and youth-led initiatives to help you launch your career journey. \nDate: Monday\, April 7th\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nLocation: Buffalo Central Library\, 1 Lafayette Square\, Buffalo\, NY 14203 \nWhy You Should Attend\n\nConnect with Top Employers – Meet representatives from numerous organizations looking to hire motivated individuals like you\nProfessional Development – Attend valuable workshops designed to enhance your job-seeking skills\nFree Professional Headshots – Look your best on LinkedIn and job applications with complimentary professional headshots\nResume Building – Get expert advice on creating a standout resume and cover letter\nYPA Credential Information – Learn about the Youth Peer Advocate credential and how it can advance your career\nNetworking Opportunities – Build meaningful connections with professionals and peers in your field of interest\nOn-the-Spot Interviews – Come prepared for potential on-site interviews with employers\n\nFeatured Organizations\nConnect with representatives from outstanding organizations including: \n\nBig Brothers Big Sisters of Erie\, Niagara & the Southern Tier\nMental Health Advocates\nNY State Department of Civil Service\nAnd many more youth-focused and peer support organizations!\n\nDress Code\nParticipants are encouraged to dress in casual professional attire for potential headshots and brief interviews. Business casual is recommended – you don’t need a formal suit\, but present yourself professionally! \nWorkshops Schedule\nThroughout the day\, we’ll be offering valuable workshops to boost your job search: \n\nProfessional Headshots (ongoing all day)\nResume & Cover Letter Workshop\nYPA Credential Information Session\nNetworking Skills\nInterview Preparation\n\nWhat to Bring\n\nSeveral copies of your resume (if you have one)\nA positive attitude and willingness to connect\nQuestions for potential employers\nGovernment-issued ID\nA notebook or digital device for taking notes\n\nAmplifying Youth Voice and Peer Advocacy\nThis event is part of our commitment to empowering young people through meaningful employment opportunities and peer support networks. We believe in the power of youth-led initiatives to create positive change in our communities. \n\n 
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/20274/
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SUMMARY:April Basic FANS
DESCRIPTION:The Family Needs & Strengths (FANS) assessment and outcome tool for Family Peer Support is derived from the Child Needs & Strengths (CANS)\, developed by Dr. John Lyons.  Seeing the need for a Family Peer Support Services assessment and outcome tool was developed in partnership with New York State Western Region Family Peer Support Services Program Directors\, Dr. Lyons\, and strongly encouraged and endorsed by New York State Office of Mental Health. \nParticipants must complete the following:\n\nFull Training Schedule along with homework\nMust participate in-person (virtually) for full training schedule to be able to take the test and use the tool effectively!\nAs this is an interactive participatory training\, please have your camera on all the time.\nWe offer TA monthly calls to support you and the use of the tool with parents/caregivers.\nPlease plan on attending at least the first TA call after taking FANS Basic.\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with link to join the meeting. \nClick here to register\nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/april-basic-fans/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000
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UID:19108-1744110000-1744113600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Supervisor Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:YPA Supervisor Experience Cafe \nOccurs bi-monthly on the second\nTuesday from11:00AM-12:00PM \nNew open forum for YPA supervisors\nto discuss the challenges and\nsuccesses of supervising youth peer\nadvocates and to support role clarity! \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-supervisor-experience-cafe/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T150000
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UID:19160-1744282800-1744297200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Western Region Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Resource and Job fair – Western New York \n\nTake the first step towards your dream career—explore job opportunities and connect with top employers at our Job Fair. \nWhy attend? \n\nExplore exciting job opportunities with leading organizations.\nConnect with professionals and build your network\nProfessional headshots.\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, April 10th\, 2025\nLocation: Buffalo Central Library – 1 Lafayette Square\, Buffalo NY 14203\nTime: 11am-3pm\n\nView Flyer Here\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/western-region-job-fair/
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