Agenda

1. Effective Supervision in Social Work: Strategies for Success
   Robyn V. Snider, LICSW,PIP, Jacksonville State University
2. Amplifying the Voices of Trauma: When Good Intentions Meet Reality
   Leslie Hales, LICSW, PIP, Independent Consultant, and Speaker
3. More than Screen Time: Current Research on Early Childhood Media Use

Elizabeth Robinson, LICSW, PIP, The University of Alabama

1. Ethical Practices and Cultural Competence Among Behavioral Health Practitioners

Dr. Hakeem Lumumba, PhD, H.L Counseling Enterprises, Inc.

1. Examining how Trauma, Religious Trauma, Stigma, and Shame Impact Spirituality, Wellness and Health
   Rev. Dr. Tommie Watkins, Jr., LMSW, M.Div, The University of Alabama Birmingham
2. Great Expectations: A Look into Parent’s Expectations of the Journey
   Leslie Hales, LICSW, PIP, Independent Consultant, and Speaker
3. Heartfelt Listening: The Power of Empathy in Treating Challenging Behaviors
   Jamie Sellers, LISCW-S
4. Pediatric Mental Health & DSM-5-TR Changes
   Jacqueline Jones, LICSW-S, University of Alabama Birmingham
   Mary Jacque Carroll, LICSW-S, University of Alabama Birmingham

1. Impacts of VILT-Simulations: Improving skills practice and attracting BSW and MSW students to child welfare careers
   Kevin Marino, MSFP, DPA, The REAL Academy
   Matt Hill , Level 5 Family Centered Treatment Trainer/Clinician, The REAL Academy
2. It Takes A Village- A Multidisciplinary Approach To Childcare
   Erin Woods, Planting Oaks Director, Big Oak Ranch
3. Labor Trafficking, Exploitation and Servitude: How to Identify and Respond to Affected Families and Children
   Jan Bell, MPH Health Organization and Policy; Co-founder and Director Child Trafficking Solutions Project, CTSP – Children’s Aid Society
   Angelica Melendez, Strong Families Program Manager, HICA, The Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama
   Claudia Wilson, Community Outreach and Resource Planning, U.S. Department of Labor
4. Centering Lived Experience to Transform Systems and Inspire Youth ResilienceRegina D. Goree, MSW, DSW, CBU/LA County DCFSLa Mikia Castillo, Castillo Consulting Partners (CCP)

   Yahniie Bridges, Consultant, Castillo Consulting Partners (CCP)

Kristin Scroggin

1. We All Care Differently
   LaTasha Toney, LICSW-S, PIP, Alabama Regional Medical Services
2. Professional developmental coaching as a retention strategy to strengthen the frontline child welfare workforce in Alabama
   Andrea Bell, MSSW, LCSW  The University of Alabama
   Daphne Cain, Ph.D., LCSW, The University of Alabama
3. Protecting the At-Risk Youth
   Zina Monette Cartwell, Certified Prevention Manager, International Certified Prevention Specialist Central Alabama Wellness
4. Safe Kids
   LaToya Lee, BSW, Exchange Caps Club Center
5. Student Workshop: Building Resilience: Managing Stress and Fostering Strength-Based Relationships in Social Work
   George Ashley, Eastern Kentucky University
   Cameile Henry, Sheridan College

1. Workplace Resiliency: Ethical Tools to Minimize Burnout and Fatigue
   Lashaunda Lark Darien, LICSW-S,PIP, CAGCS, Lock & Key Wellness and Counseling Services LLC
2. Using Simulation-Based Learning to Enhance Students Understanding of Child Welfare Related Issues
   Amie Brunson, DSW, LMSW The University of Alabama
   Amy H. McLean, MSW, LMSW (AL), LAPSW (TN) The University of Alabama
3. Various Applications of a Three-Color Behavior Rating System for Youth in State Custody
   Jodi Robeson, MS, BCBA, LBA Auburn University
4. SEXTORTION
   T.B.D
5. Student Workshop (PART 2) : Building Resilience: Managing Stress and Fostering Strength-Based Relationships in Social Work
   George Ashley, Eastern Kentucky University
   Cameile Henry, Sheridan College