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Trauma Informed Supervision 2025
taught by Trauma Informed Oregon (5hrs towards People/Personnel Skills and 5hrs towards Operations Management)

Enhance your supervisory skills and create a work environment where support and growth thrive. This training discusses the impact of trauma on individuals and systems, explores its connections to equity, and addresses the strengths and challenges of interpersonal dynamics. Tailored for new and mid-level supervisors in behavioral health, mental health, and related fields, modules—range from “Equity-Centered Trauma-Informed Supervision” to “Developing Self-Awareness and Intentional Leadership”—all designed to help us learn and grow alongside peers. Join Steffannie Roache MS LPC and Erin Fairchild MSW for a collaborative and transformative experience.

Attendees are expected to attend all four dates.

February 4, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM PT
February 6, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM PT
February 11, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM PT
February 13, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM PT

Register here for the Trauma Informed Supervision 2025

Upcoming JCH Webinars:

February 3^rd, 2025 10am (1.25hrs towards Operations Management)
Current Drug Trends and Hazards: The Continuously Changing Threat
Just like technology, drug trends change daily. There are many new substances that are in full circulation in the US that the public has little to or no knowledge of. These new illicit drugs present a huge risk to responders, family members, community leaders, and users.

Some of these drugs aren’t even illegal yet by some state statutes but are causing overdoses and overdose deaths daily.

During this webinar, we will cover some of these new substances, their routes of administration, and the hazards from exposure while mitigating these new drugs. We will also cover the continuous emerging threats from fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine.

February 3^rd, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Wellness, Warrior Style Part 2: Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Strategies to Boost Wellbeing
Improving health and well-being takes time, effort, and consistency. You need a plan that’s doable, or you won’t stick with it. In this webinar, instructor Kim Colegrove will help you design a realistic, sustainable, self-improvement plan to reduce stress, increase resilience, and enjoy a more balanced life.  

February 10^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Time Management: Where Does Your Time Go?
Time management may seem like an overdone topic, but in leadership, it’s more critical now than ever. In this webinar, we’ll go beyond the usual advice and dive into what really matters. You’ll learn how to distinguish between what you think your priorities are and what they actually should be, avoiding the common “10/90 trap” that keeps managers bogged down in low-impact tasks. We also will discuss the importance of investing time in your team and how to stay deliberately present by “leaving the carpet” and engaging more deeply with your people.

These insights are designed to help you take control of your time and make meaningful improvements to both your leadership and team productivity. This is a must-attend session for any manager ready to lead with purpose and efficiency!

During this webinar, we’ll discuss:

•  What are your priorities vs what should be your priorities?
•  Avoiding the 10/90 trap of management
•  Investing your time in your people
• Being deliberately present- leaving the carpet

February 13^th, 2025 12pm (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
The Twilight Zone of Leadership: Beyond the Promotion
This webinar is designed to address the issues, risks, and concerns that are connected with becoming a formal leader in your organization.

We will point out the known pitfalls and those that are not as obvious. Our intention is to explore ways to mitigate some problems that are inherent in managing people while acknowledging those things within us that contribute to us sometimes operating in “The Twilight Zone.”

Learning Objectives:

• Decide where they are going and how to get there.
• Define some of the inherent risks in formal leadership.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the language of leadership.
• Describe some of the safety factors surrounding leadership positions.
• Learn how to protect and serve, themselves and others.

February 18^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Maintaining Privacy While Working in the Public Sector
Working in the public sector comes with many benefits, but being in the public eye is not always one of them. This webinar will discuss some of the unexpected ways that members of the public might be able to find out more about your personal life than you would think. From restaurant reviews, to Christmas photos, to enrolling in a pottery class, your information is often more accessible to the public than you realize. While disappearing entirely from the internet might be close to impossible, there are steps you can take to keep yourself safer in everyday work and life.

February 20^th, 2025 10am (1.25hrs towards Operations Management)
Leapfrogging the Leaders: How to Successfully Lead Former Co-Workers and Supervisors – Justice Clearinghouse
When you decided to take the leap to management, did you ever realize how difficult life could become? You were a solid employee completing projects and doing amazing work.  When that promotion arrived, did you ever consider how former co-workers would react to your achievement?

What if you moved quickly and now you are managing a supervisor who was once your boss? Just when you thought work couldn’t get any more complicated, it has.

Today’s webinar will consider the difficulties of leading others who may not be thrilled that you surpassed them.  From co-workers to managers, we’ll consider how to lead others who may not be excited about your success. We’ll discuss how hard work and competence can encourage others to follow you and even join your team, ideas for connecting with individuals on a variety of levels, and what to do if they simply don’t want to embrace the change that has come.  Becoming the boss isn’t always easy but we will examine some proven solutions that work.

February 25^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Adults and Childhood Trauma
Adults who experienced trauma in their childhood live with the physical, emotional and behavioral consequences of that trauma throughout life. In some cases, these adults do not recognize that they were exposed to trauma in their childhood. The consequences of this exposure may have led to unhealthy patterns in the adults’ life that they simply accept as ‘normal’ for them.  This webinar will present ways in which children are exposed to trauma, how that trauma manifests or is exhibited in a person’s life in adulthood, and healthy interventions for that adult to be able to mitigate, alter or cope with the consequences of childhood trauma.

February 25^th, 2025 12pm (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)

Cultivating Continuous Learning
 Is learning and professional development slipping down the priority list at your workplace? Join our webinar to discover powerful strategies that will transform your training programs, promote continuous professional development, and foster a vibrant environment of knowledge sharing and innovation. Learn strategies for how a culture of ongoing growth and support not only boosts morale but also attracts and retains top talent.

February 27^th, 2025 at 12pm (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
The Blue Envelope Program – Safety, Communication, and Relationships with our Disabled Communities
In July 2023, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department adopted and elevated the Blue Envelope Program (BEP) into an inclusive communication program to increase safety for the community and law enforcement. The initial program comprised materials presented to law enforcement during a traffic stop to signal the driver was autistic.

When SDSD explored adopting the program, it was realized the program could be expanded to include all disabilities and conditions. Through the recruitment and guidance of community partners, the program evolved beyond the traffic stop scenario to include pedestrian contacts by means of “branded” products intended to signal to officers the presence of an individual with a communication need and/or disability.

Developing the program in partnership with the community resulted in a championed effort with broad buy-in from multidisciplinary stakeholders.

This webinar introduces San Diego’s version of the program and shares the development process which increased positive interactions and trust with the community.

March 4^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Mastering Influence: Leading Upwards and Downwards in the Chain of Command
Join us for an insightful webinar designed for criminal justice professionals at all ranks who are looking to make a bigger impact in and throughout their organizations, at other organizations they partner with, or even in the community they serve.  This webinar will delve into the nuances of leadership when those at the top aren’t leading effectively. We will cover strategies for leading both subordinates and superiors, and how to leverage the “Three Levels of Reach” to extend your influence and protect those you lead from negativity.

In this session, you’ll discover how to:

• Effectively influence those above you
• How to make a more significant impact within your organization
• How to create an environment where positivity is the norm and people want to come to work
• Enhance your leadership presence so others listen when you speak

March 13^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards Operations Management)
The 10-Code Mindset: Stay Alive and Thriving (Part 2)
In part 2 of The 10 Code Mindset, we will raise our awareness of who is around us. Not necessarily focusing on the safety aspect of situational awareness, but inner awareness of how we become who we are around.

Some of the most hindering and damaging aspects of a person’s mental health and mindset can come down to who they spend time with. Are you around people who bring you down, or lift you up? But we will not only explore how people are to you, but how are you to yourself when it comes to your language. Surprisingly to some, they are engaged in self-sabotaging language.

The 10 Code Mindset points out some of the most common phrases people say that are negatively affecting their perspective and health.  It’s time to focus on the little details within our control. and use them to counter challenges that happen in life and career that are out of our control.

Let’s keep thriving!

March 18^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Yours, Mine, and Ours: The Effects of Emotions on Communication
Join us for an insightful follow-up to our previous webinar on effective communication and active listening. In “Yours/Mine/Ours: The Effects of Emotions on Communication,” we’ll explore the profound impact emotions have on our ability to communicate effectively. Whether in personal relationships, professional settings, or casual interactions, emotions shape the way we convey and interpret messages.

Building on the skills developed in our last session, we will discuss emotional dynamics and their influence on communication. We will cover various strategies to manage and express emotions constructively, enhancing both our verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Participants will learn how to navigate emotional conversations with greater awareness and empathy, turning potential conflicts into opportunities for connection.

Don’t miss this opportunity to further develop your communication skills and harness the power of emotions to foster healthier, more productive interactions.

March 20^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards Operations Management)
Understanding Law Enforcement Culture: A Deep Dive Into Why We Act the Way We Do and How to Work Collaboratively Together
Law enforcement personnel bring unique personality characteristics to the profession, but they also develop a distinct “police culture” over their careers. From their first day in the academy, officers are trained to keep themselves and the public safe, and to maintain “command presence.” This training significantly influences their interactions with the public. In modern policing, officers are expected to juggle numerous roles, often without adequate training to manage the physical and mental challenges of a shift.

This webinar will not only delve into the unique characteristics of the law enforcement personality but also provide practical strategies to foster collaborative work, resulting in improved interactions and community relations.

March 25^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Motivating Today’s Workforce: How to Get the Most Out of Everyone
Have you ever looked at the people around you and wondered what you could do to provide an environment where they could be happier, more productive, and more fulfilled at work AND in life?

We are all different – and that’s a good thing. Every human being is motivated differently and what drives us are our values and goals.

We will examine what motivates different generations overall based on how we were all raised, our norms, and our current environment. Then we will discuss actionable items that will allow you to understand your people on an individual basis as well. As co-workers, friends, and supervisors, we can all help each other be more motivated and have more fulfilling careers and lives!

April 8th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Managing Your Career for the Long Road Ahead
Longevity in prosecution or even in government is becoming harder. This webinar will explore how to manage your career as a professional, offering tips to ensure you are capitalizing on a career well-lived. We will also discuss how to have a rewarding and productive career and build a career that fulfills the goals you want to achieve.

April 8^th, 2025 12pm (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Practical Mindfulness for Criminal Justice Professionals
Criminal justice professionals are busier than ever, and many are feeling overwhelmed. You may have heard of mindfulness and wondered what it offers. Or perhaps you know what mindfulness is, but you are looking to reinvigorate or begin a practice. The good news is mindfulness isn’t another item for your to-do list. Instead, it’s a shift in perception, one that can be enhanced skillfully to reduce stress on and off the job.

In this webinar, Dr. Ed Sherman and Crawford Coates will discuss what mindfulness means and how it might benefit members of criminal justice agencies. They will explore some of mindfulness’s history and the science underpinning it and then explain how simple practices are uniquely suited to criminal justice professions. The practices discussed aim to reduce stress, improve clarity, rekindle a sense of purpose, and inspire you to be the criminal justice professional you were meant to be.

Key takeaways:

• Getting back to yourself
• Revitalizing your mission
• Creating clarity for yourself and your team
• Reducing stress
• Leading with purpose

April 15^th, 2025 12pm (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills) 
Being an Emotionally Intelligent Leader
Attendees will be introduced to the aspect of emotional intelligence, more specifically, the Mixed Method Model by Daniel Goleman and how it can influence/impact leadership.

During this webinar, we will:

• Define emotional intelligence
• List and describe the five key components of the mixed model method of emotional intelligence.
• List the benefits of being an emotionally intelligent leader.
• List methods to develop emotionally intelligent leaders.
• Discuss steps to improve their emotional intelligence.

April 17^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
From Ordinary to Extraordinary – A Story of Grit, Empowerment and Triumph
Embark on a journey through Rusty Kanokogi’s extraordinary life—an underdog’s tale showcasing resilience and the triumph of the human spirit. Rusty’s narrative, from Coney Island to the Olympics, reveals the transformative power of grit, mindset, and a myriad of positive psychology techniques.

Rusty’s turbulent upbringing on the streets led her to a girl gang in Brooklyn. Yet, her life took a turn when she discovered judo—a pivotal moment reshaping her trajectory. In 1959, Rusty defied norms, winning a judo championship against a man but stripped of her title due to her gender. This incident fueled her lifelong mission to champion equality and break barriers for women in sports.

Known as “the mother of women’s judo,” Rusty collaborated with Billie Jean King, contributing to the 1972 Title IX legislation. Rusty’s legacy includes, against all odds, hosting the first Women’s World Judo Championship in 1980, leading to female judo athletes’ inclusion in the 1988 Seoul Olympics.

Rusty’s resilience shines as she refused limitations, turning “no” into a catalyst for change. Her mindset of being the hammer, not the nail, exemplifies resilience as a journey of using challenges as stepping stones to success.

Experience Rusty’s inspiring journey—a judoka who fought for sport and women’s empowerment. Her story is a love story of passion and righteousness, inspiring others to embrace resilience, defy limits, and forge their path to success. By sharing her journey, I will offer her techniques and tools to inspire and empower others to embrace resilience, defy limitations, and forge their path toward success.

April 29^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Boundary-Setting with Clarity and Compassion
Effective boundaries foster resilience, enhance job satisfaction and well-being, and improve our interactions with colleagues, clients, and community members. This webinar will provide actionable techniques for recognizing your limits and communicating them effectively, helping you navigate complex situations and conflicting responsibilities with confidence.

Gain the strategies you need to thrive while supporting those around you, now and into the future.

April 29^th, 2025 12pm (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Redefining Resistance: Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable
Resistance is often seen as an obstacle, but what if it’s simply a deeper signal to understand? In this webinar, we’ll explore the three core areas of resistance: resistance to the thing itself, resistance to you as a leader, and systemic or organizational resistance.

By breaking down what’s really happening beneath the surface, participants will gain a fresh perspective on what feels like pushback and learn strategies for transforming resistance into an opportunity for growth. This webinar will help you build awareness, navigate discomfort, and take actionable steps to address resistance in a constructive way.

Come ready to get comfortable being uncomfortable as we unpack resistance and what you can do about it.

May 6^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills) 
When Bubble Baths Aren’t Enough: The Anxiety behind Stress and Burnout
For the past two decades the criminal justice system has recognized the impact that stress and burnout has had on its personnel. The system has provided programs, information and trainings about stress management, self-care, resilience and wellness. Criminal justice workers have found this information helpful, and many of the suggested interventions beneficial in dealing with their stress and burnout. But, over the past few years, many workers have found that these interventions aren’t enough. This webinar will help participants look past the immediate stressors of the job and recognize the impact of the underlying anxiety produced by life in the post-covid era that is not affected by those interventions. The difference between stress and anxiety will be explained, and techniques to deal with anxiety will be discussed.

May 8^th, 2025 12pm (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Five Reasons Your Staff Wellness Program Is Going to Fail
“Staff Wellness” is the new trendy talking point in the correctional world. Jail Administrators and Executives from all over the country are assembling leadership teams and think tanks, organizing Zoom calls, and attending retreats and training sessions, all in an attempt to address the wellness of their staff.

The problem is that addressing the wellness of staff is not an easy task to tackle as the correctional culture does not allow for such things to flourish. But we’re at a breaking point. We’ve reached critical mass. We can no longer afford to ignore the effects that the correctional environment has on those who are exposed to it. Our traditional ways of doing business are neither productive nor sustainable. We must adapt if we want to adopt an approach that adequately and appropriately addresses the needs of our staff.

In this webinar, we’ll discuss five potential challenges to starting and sustaining a successful Staff Wellness program and how an agency can navigate those challenges to create an emotionally supportive and psychologically safe environment for staff.

May 13^th, 2025 12pm (1.25hrs towards Judicial Organization Theory)
Not All Therapies Are Created Equal: What Courts Need to Know When Ordering “Therapy” for Families
Courts regularly order therapy for multiple reasons.  The courts are, unfortunately, at the mercy of what is available in their area.  This webinar is designed to go “behind the curtain” to show court officials what really happens in therapy.

Did you know that up to 80% of what happens in therapy is not based on science, despite the science has existed for decades?  Did you also know that a therapist whose sole training in graduate school was with adults with drug problems can (and in many sites does) work with a 5-year-old with Autism despite having no training in that area (and still gets paid for that therapy)?  Do you want to know the one question to ask a child therapist to make sure they are using evidence-based, effective therapy for that child?

These “in the pocket” tips will be the focus of this webinar.

May 15^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Managing Your Organizational Wellness Program
Many organizations are seeing the need to implement an organizational wellness program and the landscape is constantly changing.This webinar will address the reasons why wellness programming and resources are a non-negotiable and must be integrated into the culture of your agency, how to evaluate the effectiveness of the program by applying the design thinking model, and next steps to take in expanding your program.  Integrating special populations such as family and retirees, trends in wellness, and agency examples will be discussed.

May 19^th, 2025 at 10am (1.25 towards Judicial Organization Theory)
Prescription Drugs and Drug Diversion
Substance abuse disorder (SUD) and legal prescribing are challenges that investigators and medical professionals deal with every day. Opioid addiction in the US is still a very real issue. But how is drug diversion still an issue with all the prescribing safety mechanisms in place across the US? Is it just users who are doctor shopping that make this an issue? Are there still nefarious actors in the professional medical community that are capitalizing from the addictions of others?

In this webinar, we will cover a brief history of opioid addiction and how the cartels got tied into the legitimate side of medicine. We will look at the challenges that investigators and prescribers deal with daily, the common themes used by illicit drug seekers (doctor shoppers), and what we look like as a nation fed by addiction compared to other nations.

May 20^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Strategic Staffing for Recruitment and Retention
In navigating best practices for improved staffing outcomes, recommendations on recruitment and retention decisions can miss the mark when conclusions are based solely on external sources. Webinar attendees will be guided through a staffing assessment roadmap, readying learners to attain an understanding of critical agency-specific factors facing organizations.

With an emphasis on application, this webinar will provide insight into needed partnerships, targeted problem-solving, and implementation of potential findings to equip agencies with the confidence to approach staffing goals with a data-informed approach.

Attendees will gain:

• Insight into accurate problem identification
• Awareness of available staffing support and data
• Strategies to implement findings and direct next steps

May 29^th, 2025 at 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
What’s New in EQ
Discover the Latest in Emotional Intelligence with What’s New in EQ.  This dynamic webinar is designed for professionals, leaders, and anyone eager to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of emotional intelligence (EQ).

In this webinar, you’ll explore the newest trends, tools, and research in EQ, equipping you with the skills to enhance personal and professional relationships, improve decision-making, and foster a positive workplace environment. Whether you’re looking to boost your career, strengthen your leadership abilities, or simply become more self-aware, “What’s New in EQ” offers valuable insights and practical strategies.

June 2^nd, 2025 at 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
So You Want to Be The Boss? Challenges and Solutions for Today’s Progressive Leaders
Everyone wants to be the boss! Or so they think… In this presentation, Pasco County Assistant Director Spencer Conover will take you through the challenges of today’s leaders, discuss cultural differences in today’s workforce, and discuss solutions for today’s progressive leaders.

Although examples will be taken from the presenter’s experience in the Animal Welfare industry, Spencer Conover has also led the Pasco County Leadership Development Program and worked with leaders across 57 different departments within County Government. The lessons learned in this presentation will help shape any aspiring leader or help reinvigorate the most seasoned executive leader.

June 2^nd, 2025 10am (1.25 towards Operations Management)
Women Behind the Badge and Wall: The Sworn and Non-Sworn Heroes Who Protect and Serve
During this webinar, we will examine the vital role of women in law enforcement and public safety. Historically underrepresented, women have made significant contributions to community safety as both sworn officers and non-sworn professionals in various capacities, including leadership positions.

This presentation aims to illuminate the extensive roles within the profession, highlighting how sworn and non-sworn professionals can collaborate and support each other throughout their journeys. We will discuss their experiences, challenges, and successes, emphasize the importance of allies in this endeavor, and explore strategies to support and empower women in these essential roles. Recognize the diverse roles of women in law enforcement and public safety.

During this webinar, we will:

• Recognize the unique challenges faced by women in law enforcement and public safety.
• Recognize the significance of collaboration and connection among sworn and non-sworn women in leadership position.
• Acknowledge the broader impact of women in law enforcement on community safety.
• Discuss potential solutions for supporting and empowering women in these vital positions.

June 3rd, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Transforming Toxicity: Building a Healthy Organizational Culture in Public Safety
Join us for this compelling webinar on identifying and eliminating toxic elements within your organizational culture. Learn strategies to foster a positive, supportive, and thriving work environment. This session will provide you with practical tools to address negative behaviors, promote transparency, and build a culture rooted in respect and collaboration. Discover how transforming your organizational culture can boost morale, enhance productivity, and improve overall job satisfaction.

June 5th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Ask Us Anything: Advice From Female Leaders
Join us for an engaging and insightful “Ask Me Anything” webinar featuring three remarkable women who have broken the glass ceiling and made significant strides in their respective fields. They will share their experiences, strategies, and advice on navigating the workplace, overcoming challenges, and climbing the ladder.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring leader, this webinar promises candid conversations, practical tips, and inspiration.

Submit your questions when you sign up and our presenters will answer as many as possible! Let’s celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in all our fields!

June 16^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Communication Under Fire: Answer Any Question on the Spot
The best playbook offers adaptable strategies for any situation. Communicating under fire is a valuable skill whether you’re a public information officer, executive leader, or a line-level employee who interacts with the public.

This webinar teaches how to navigate difficult community discussions, media interviews, angry customers, and more. Attendees will gain actionable formulas that will bolster confidence and support authentic responses in a variety of situations.

June 16^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Life Management: Finding Your Rhythm
In today’s fast-paced world, stress is an inevitable part of life. But learning how to manage it effectively can make all the difference in achieving balance, fulfillment, and personal well-being. This webinar focuses on four key areas where stress commonly arises: Work/Career, Relationships, Finances, and Health.

By exploring each stressor in-depth, we’ll develop strategies and techniques to help you manage pressure, rekindle your motivation, achieve greater fulfillment, and find your life rhythm.

Throughout the webinar, you will:

• Understand Stress Dynamics: Learn how stress manifests in your daily life and how it affects your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Work & Career: Identify career-related stressors and explore ways to manage workload, career transitions, work-life balance, and the pursuit of passion in your professional life.
• Relationships: Understand how interpersonal stress impacts your emotional health. Gain tools to improve communication, set boundaries, and foster positive, supportive relationships.
• Finances: Develop a healthy mindset towards money. Learn techniques for managing financial stress, budgeting, debt reduction, and investing in long-term security without overwhelming anxiety.
• Health: Explore stress reduction techniques to improve overall physical health, including mindfulness practices, nutrition, exercise, and sleep habits that help manage both short-term and chronic stress.
• Rekindling Passion & Drive: Reconnect with your purpose and passions. Learn how to maintain motivation in the face of stress, set meaningful goals, and reignite the drive to live a life of purpose, joy, and fulfillment.

By the end of this webinar, you will have a comprehensive set of tools and coping strategies to handle life’s inevitable stressors. You’ll feel empowered to manage the complexities of life while maintaining your sense of balance, passion, and joy.

July 7^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
The Power of Work Ethic, Personal Brand, and Seizing Unintended Opportunities
In today’s competitive landscape, work ethic goes beyond simply getting the job done. This webinar dives deep into the vital role work ethic plays in shaping your personal brand and creating unexpected opportunities for growth and success.

Join us for an insightful session on how your actions, mindset, and integrity can unlock doors you didn’t even know existed. Whether you’re striving to elevate your career or build lasting relationships, this session will equip you with the tools to navigate challenges and capitalize on the opportunities that come your way.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the connection between work ethic and personal branding.
• Learn strategies to build a strong, authentic personal brand that aligns with your values.
• Explore how work ethic can lead to unintended but rewarding opportunities.
• Develop actionable techniques to improve your daily work habits and decision-making.
• Gain insights into leveraging your personal brand to create career advancement and professional growth.

July 14^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
From Inner Critic to Inner Mentor: Having Your Own Back
Self-care goes beyond spa days and vacations; it’s about being there for yourself during hardships and celebrating your successes. By rewiring your brain to shift from self-criticism to self-kindness, you can transform into your own ally, fostering a growth mindset that motivates you to take on challenges, make healthier choices, and respond to stress with clarity.

This experiential webinar offers practical techniques to quiet the inner critic and activate your inner mentor—your supportive, encouraging voice. Participants will learn to replace self-doubt with confidence, build resilience, and cultivate a mindset that leads to more effective performance and personal growth. 

During this webinar, you will learn how to:

• Recognize ways to motivate yourself more supportively and less self-critically so you can be responsive and less reactive.
• List two practices to access your inner supportive voice when you are stressed, believe you could have acted more skillfully, or in preparation, response, and recovery to challenging experiences.
• Describe one practice you can do daily to enhance mental well-being, boost motivation, and build resilience, all while encouraging a positive and growth-oriented mindset.

July 14^th, 2025 10am (1.25 towards People/Personnel Skills)
Understanding Anxiety for Law Enforcement Officers and Criminal Justice Professionals 
This webinar equips law enforcement and other criminal justice professionals with essential insights into anxiety—what it is, why it happens, and how it affects mental health. Participants will learn to identify signs of anxiety in themselves, their peers, and the communities they serve.

Designed specifically for the challenges of law enforcement, the session delves into the unique stressors officers face and offers actionable strategies for managing anxiety. Topics include mindfulness practices, stress-reduction techniques, and how to access professional support.

Through real-world examples, officers will gain practical tools to enhance mental resilience and promote overall wellness. By fostering awareness and understanding, this webinar supports personal well-being, cultivates a healthier workplace culture, and strengthens relationships with the community.

NACM Podcasts:

Artificial Intelligence in Courts
During the RAP Session at our Spring Conference a question that came up was regarding utilizing AI in courts. NACM has produced two podcast episodes on this topic: Artificial Intelligence and the Courts: Promise or Peril? and Artificial Intelligence and the Courts: Omen or Opportunity.

Courts & Self-Service: How Much Do We Tell Litigants
NACM also just released a new episode on their podcast today talking about Courts & Self Service: How Much Do We Tell Litigants.  This episode sounds like a great opportunity to hear from other courts on how they walk that fine line of not giving legal advice.

You do not have to be a member of NACM to listen to their podcasts.  You can check out NACM's podcasts here. 

NACM podcasts may be eligible for OACA Education Credit.  You would need to submit an Outside Training Credit Request to the Education VPs. (Credit requests should be rounded to the nearest whole or half-hour.)

Paid Course(s):

Front Desk Safety and Security from A to Z- $97 (6hrs credit towards People/Personnel, 2hrs credit towards Operations Management)

In this training we will give you new strategies for dealing with different, difficult and dangerous situations. We focus on helping you be prepared for current trends and real events that have occurred in the office environment. We will discuss the important elements of self-survival in the workplace, 5 communication skills for crisis, dealing with mentally ill persons and the signs and body language of escalating and violent behavior. We will also discuss topics that others don't; setting up an action plan for you and your team, when to call for help and when you should walk away for your safety. (8 hours).