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SUMMARY:Kitchen & Couch Conversation: Building Circles of Support
DESCRIPTION:Kitchen & Couch Conversation: Building Circles of Support\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\nJun 10\, 2025 10:00 AM\n\n\n\n\nLearn how to strengthen your family’s support system by identifying natural allies\, building trust\, and creating relatable and reliable networks that show up. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/kitchen-couch-conversation-building-circles-of-support/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20241223T183147Z
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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
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-supervisor-experience-cafe-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T201057Z
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SUMMARY:Finding & Feeding Your  Youth’s Passions
DESCRIPTION:Finding & Feeding Your Youth’s Passions\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\nJun 17\, 2025 10:00 AM\n\n\n\n\nCultivate your youth’s passions with a positive lens\, support them with low-cost tools\, and make screen time a skill-builder\, not a battleground. Foster connection\, motivation\, and youth development. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/finding-feeding-your-youths-passions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250417T193439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T193451Z
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SUMMARY:FANS Training Overview for Supervisors
DESCRIPTION:FANS Training Overview for Supervisors\nDate: June 18\, 2025\nTime: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM\nFormat: Virtual Session (Zoom) \nAbout This Training:\nThe FANS (Family Needs and Strengths) Training Overview provides essential guidance for Supervisors of Family Peer Advocates (FPAs). This 90-minute session will help you: \n\nGain a comprehensive understanding of the FANS assessment/outcome tool\nLearn how to effectively support your FPAs in implementing FANS\nDiscover how FANS supports FPAs’ work with Family and Youth goals\n\nThis training is specifically designed for supervisors who oversee Family Peer Advocates and want to strengthen their knowledge of this valuable assessment tool. \nFANS Training Overview for Supervisor Flyer \nRegistration:\nPlease register in advance for this meeting: Register Here \nFor questions\, please contact Susan Lewis at slewis@ftnys.org
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fans-training-overview-for-supervisors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250513T144704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T144704Z
UID:20452-1750246200-1750251600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Monthly TA Training
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the third Thursday from 11:30AM-1:00PM \nTrainings designed to meet the\neducation and professional\ndevelopments needs of Youth Peer\nAdvocates. Active participation and\nengagement with these trainings will\nhelp YPAs obtain new skills and learn\nwith their colleagues across the\nstate. New topics offered monthly!\nTopic suggestions welcomed! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-monthly-ta-training-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20241220T180503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T190020Z
UID:18957-1750413600-1750419000@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-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250603T201341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T201341Z
UID:20668-1750759200-1750764600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Civic Engagement & Mental Health:  The Healing Power of Getting Involved
DESCRIPTION:Civic Engagement & Mental Health: The Healing Power of Getting Involved\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time\nJun 24\, 2025 10:00 AM\n\nGetting involved is good for the community and good for you. This session explores how civic action can reduce isolation\, build resilience\, and transform frustration into fuel for change and healing.\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/civic-engagement-mental-health-the-healing-power-of-getting-involved/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250605T165803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T165803Z
UID:20677-1750939200-1750944600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Strategies for Recruiting Youth Peer Advocates
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nEvent Details: Finding the right individuals to provide Youth Peer Support Services can make all the difference to the youth receiving services from your program. What experience\, skills and characteristics should you look for to build a team of Youth Peer Advocates to empower and support youth? Join us while Families Together in NYS shares tips and resources to support your recruitment and hiring of Youth Peer Advocates. Participants will learn strategies for screening candidates\, how and where to find youth who meet the credential qualifications\, tips on interviewing and more. \nREGISTER HERE! 
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/strategies-for-recruiting-youth-peer-advocates/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250519T155542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T155657Z
UID:20517-1751371200-1751374800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the first Tuesday from 12:00PM-1:00PM  \nLived Experience Cafe\nWhether you are new to your role or\nhave been a Family Peer Advocate\nfor many years\, the Lived Experience\nCafe is an FPA networking group to\nshare experiences\, innovative and\neffective practices\, knowledge and\nskills\, solution to barriers and\nchallenges\, and key information\nsupporting your role as Family Peer\nAdvocates! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-lived-experience-cafe-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250519T154640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T154640Z
UID:20509-1751972400-1751976000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Supervisor Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs bi-monthly on the second Tuesday from 11:00AM-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/fpa-supervisor-experience-cafe/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250515T171840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T171840Z
UID:20458-1752751800-1752757200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Monthly TA Training
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the third Thursday from 11:30AM-1:00PM \nTrainings designed to meet the\neducation and professional\ndevelopments needs of Youth Peer\nAdvocates. Active participation and\nengagement with these trainings will\nhelp YPAs obtain new skills and learn\nwith their colleagues across the\nstate. New topics offered monthly!\nTopic suggestions welcomed! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-monthly-ta-training-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250515T173104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T173216Z
UID:20466-1752832800-1752838200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Monthly TA Training
DESCRIPTION:7Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the third Friday from 10:00AM-11:30AM \nTrainings designed to meet the\neducation and professional\ndevelopments needs of Family Peer\nAdvocates. Active participation and\nengagement with these trainings will\nhelp FPAs obtain new skills and learn\nwith their colleagues across the\nstate. New topics offered monthly!\nTopic suggestions welcomed! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-monthly-ta-training-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250612T143824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T143824Z
UID:20713-1753272000-1753275600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nEvent Details: Whether you are new to your role or have been a Youth Peer Advocate for many years\, the Lived Experience Cafe is a YPA networking group to share experiences\, innovative and effective practices\, knowledge and skills\, solution to barriers and challenges\, and key information supporting your role as Youth Peer Advocates! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-lived-experience-cafe/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250519T155802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T155802Z
UID:20522-1754395200-1754398800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the first Tuesday from 12:00PM-1:00PM  \nLived Experience Cafe\nWhether you are new to your role or\nhave been a Family Peer Advocate\nfor many years\, the Lived Experience\nCafe is an FPA networking group to\nshare experiences\, innovative and\neffective practices\, knowledge and\nskills\, solution to barriers and\nchallenges\, and key information\nsupporting your role as Family Peer\nAdvocates! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-lived-experience-cafe-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250519T154053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T154053Z
UID:20502-1754996400-1755000000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Supervisor Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs bi-monthly on the second Tuesday from 11:00AM-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!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-supervisor-experience-cafe-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250515T173438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T133658Z
UID:20469-1755252000-1755257400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Monthly TA Training
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the third Friday from 10:00AM-11:30AM \nTrainings designed to meet the\neducation and professional\ndevelopments needs of Family Peer\nAdvocates. Active participation and\nengagement with these trainings will\nhelp FPAs obtain new skills and learn\nwith their colleagues across the\nstate. New topics offered monthly!\nTopic suggestions welcome! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-monthly-ta-training-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250515T172104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T172104Z
UID:20460-1755775800-1755781200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Monthly TA Training
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the third Thursday from 11:30AM-1:00PM \nTrainings designed to meet the\neducation and professional\ndevelopments needs of Youth Peer\nAdvocates. Active participation and\nengagement with these trainings will\nhelp YPAs obtain new skills and learn\nwith their colleagues across the\nstate. New topics offered monthly!\nTopic suggestions welcomed! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-monthly-ta-training-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250612T143949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T143949Z
UID:20715-1756296000-1756299600@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nEvent Details: Whether you are new to your role or have been a Youth Peer Advocate for many years\, the Lived Experience Cafe is a YPA networking group to share experiences\, innovative and effective practices\, knowledge and skills\, solution to barriers and challenges\, and key information supporting your role as Youth Peer Advocates! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-lived-experience-cafe-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250519T155915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T155915Z
UID:20526-1756814400-1756818000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the first Tuesday from 12:00PM-1:00PM  \nLived Experience Cafe\nWhether you are new to your role or\nhave been a Family Peer Advocate\nfor many years\, the Lived Experience\nCafe is an FPA networking group to\nshare experiences\, innovative and\neffective practices\, knowledge and\nskills\, solution to barriers and\nchallenges\, and key information\nsupporting your role as Family Peer\nAdvocates! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-lived-experience-cafe-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250519T154747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T154747Z
UID:20511-1757415600-1757419200@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Supervisor Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs bi-monthly on the second Tuesday from 11:00AM-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/fpa-supervisor-experience-cafe-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250908T172342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T173212Z
UID:21095-1757422800-1757422800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Child Welfare Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Child Welfare\nSeptember 9 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM \n Commissioner Gail Geohagen-Pratt (OCFS)\, Assemblymember Andrew Hevesi (Chair\, Committee on Children and Families). \nChild Welfare Zoom Link
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/child-welfare-town-hall/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250815T152847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T152928Z
UID:20935-1757516400-1757520000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Youth Peer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the second Wednesday from 3:00pm-4:00pm \nStatewide meeting for Youth Peer Advocates\n(YPA)\, Certified Recovery Peer Advocates\n(CRPA)\, New York Certified Peer Specialist\n(NYCPS) and others in similar peer-based\nroles that work with youth to have an open\ndiscussion about tools and strategies\,\nadvocacy\, networking and peer-to-peer\nmentorship\, and workforce development! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/youth-peer-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250912T155727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T155917Z
UID:21103-1757808000-1757894399@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy 101
DESCRIPTION:Systems Advocacy 101 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the FTNYS Policy Team for an empowering workshop on Systems Advocacy 101. This interactive session will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to understand the world of government and policy\, and most importantly\, how to use your voice to drive real change. \nIn this workshop you will gaining a deeper understanding of government structure\, the policymaking process\, and how decisions are made. You will be able to identifying the issues that matter most to you\, while developing powerful advocacy skills and strategies to influence policymakers and make change. Finally\, you will connect with like-minded individuals\, build a community of support\, and becoming a force for positive change. \nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity! \nChoose the time that works best for you for September 14th\, 2025: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n12:00 PM EST – Register Here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6:30 PM EST – Register Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/advocacy-101/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250908T173711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T173711Z
UID:21097-1757930400-1757935800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Developmental Disability Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Developmental Disabilities\nSeptember 15 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM\n\n\nDevelopmental Disabilities Zoom Link
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/developmental-disability-town-hall/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250702T164411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T211117Z
UID:20792-1758272400-1758281400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:25th Anniversary of LIFT Legislative Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:LIFT Legislative Breakfast\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 19th\, 2025\n9:00AM-11:30AM\nPresented by Long Island Families Together \n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/25th-anniversary-of-lift-legislative-breakfast/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250908T174024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T174024Z
UID:21099-1758277800-1758285000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health/Addiction & Recovery Townhall
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health/Addiction & Recovery\nSeptember 19 | 10:30 am – 12:30 PM \nCommissioner Anne Sullivan (OMH)\, Commissioner Chinazo Cunningham (OASAS)\, and Senator Samra Brouk (Committee on mental health chair). \n\n\nMental Health/ Addiction & Recovery Zoom Link
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/mental-health-addiction-recovery-townhall/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250916T150129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T150749Z
UID:21134-1758546000-1758551400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Juvenile Justice
DESCRIPTION:Juvenile Justice Town Hall\nSeptember 22 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM \nFamilies Together in New York State is hosting our Family Empowerment Town Hall Series this September- and we need your voice! These virtual events bring together families\, youth\, and community advocates from across New York to speak directly with state commissioners and legislative leaders about the systems that impact our lives. From mental health and substance use services to child welfare\, juvenile justice\, and developmental disabilities. \nCommissioner Rossana Rosado (DCJS). \nJOIN HERE: Juvenile Justice Zoom Link \n\n\n\n \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/juvenile-justice/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250612T144043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T144043Z
UID:20717-1758715200-1758718800@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:YPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nEvent Details: Whether you are new to your role or have been a Youth Peer Advocate for many years\, the Lived Experience Cafe is a YPA networking group to share experiences\, innovative and effective practices\, knowledge and skills\, solution to barriers and challenges\, and key information supporting your role as Youth Peer Advocates! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/ypa-lived-experience-cafe-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T035234
CREATED:20250912T170019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T170019Z
UID:21120-1759140000-1759145400@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:Real Talk\, Real Tools\, Real Support
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Real Talk\, Real Tools\, Real Support\,” a training series for parents and caregivers. Delve into key topics with practical tools to support\, empower\, and connect families. \n1st Training: “Dadvocating” \nJoin us on September 29\, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM for “Dadvocating\,” a specialized training session aimed at empowering fathers and male caregivers. This engaging workshop will cover essential topics such as effective communication\, engagement strategies\, and advocacy techniques specific to the male caregiving experience. Participants will gain practical tools to help them become more active and confident advocates for their children\, learn to navigate challenges in parenting\, and strengthen their family connections. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other fathers and male caregivers while enhancing your parenting skills. \nSpaces are limited\, so we encourage you to register now to secure your spot.  \nRegister HERE\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/JXa1DkDUQpugx1mIS8GfTg#/registration
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/real-talk-real-tools-real-support/
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UID:20529-1759838400-1759842000@www.ftnys.org
SUMMARY:FPA Lived Experience Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Location: Zoom \nOccurs monthly on the first Tuesday from 12:00PM-1:00PM  \nLived Experience Cafe\nWhether you are new to your role or\nhave been a Family Peer Advocate\nfor many years\, the Lived Experience\nCafe is an FPA networking group to\nshare experiences\, innovative and\neffective practices\, knowledge and\nskills\, solution to barriers and\nchallenges\, and key information\nsupporting your role as Family Peer\nAdvocates! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://www.ftnys.org/event/fpa-lived-experience-cafe-6/
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