Where
Four Points by Sheraton4343 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Phone Reservations: (305) 531-7494 or (800) 525-6994
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Reservation code: Mention "National Indian Child Welfare Association"
Special event rate: $125 plus tax. When making reservations, individuals must refer to the “National Indian Child Welfare Association" to receive the discounted rate. Rates are guaranteed until November 10, 2017, or until sold out. After that date, the hotel will charge at the prevailing rate (if space allows). Rate includes 24 hour fitness center, business center, outdoor pool deck, and complimentary Wi-Fi internet access.
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December Training Institute
Understanding ICWA
This three-day training provides participants with information about the basic legal requirements of the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 (ICWA) and the practice issues involved with ICWA’s implementation. A brief history of U.S. Indian policy as it relates to Indian children and families sets the stage for an examination of the specific provisions of ICWA and practice tips for both tribal and state social workers. Participants will also learn how to successfully integrate other federal and state policies with ICWA—such as the Adoption and Safe Families Act—and support developing tribal and state agreements and other systems changes. This training includes information about the recent Bureau of Indian Affairs ICWA regulations and guidelines.
Positive Indian Parenting
Our most popular training, Positive Indian Parenting prepares tribal and non-tribal child welfare personnel to train American Indian and Alaska Native parents using a culturally specific approach. The materials presented during this two- or three-day training draw on the strengths of historic Indian child-rearing patterns and blend traditional values with modern skills. Storytelling, cradleboards, harmony, lessons of nature, behavior management, and the use of praise are discussed.
Early-Bird Registration Cost for Understanding ICWA or Positive Indian Parenting (prior to November 3, 2017): $495
Full Registration Cost for Understanding ICWA or Positive Indian Parenting: $595
Please note, training must meet the minimum number of participants by the early-bird deadline. If minimum is not met, participants will be notified, registration fees refunded, and training will be cancelled.
Additional Questions?
Please visit our Training Insitute page for more detials including objectives, sample agendas, and more. Please contact NICWA Event Coordinator Sarah Wittmann at swittmann@nicwa.org or (503) 222-4044, ext. 124.