Event calendar
Teenwise Minnesota's Training and Education Calendar, which reflects Teenwise Minnesota's training and educational opportunities offered in 2013, is also available as a brochure (PDF). Detailed program information and registration materials will be available on the Teenwise Minnesota website six weeks prior to each event.
Table of Contents
- Teenwise Minnesota Sponsored Events
- Other Events of Interest
- Teenwise Minnesota Training Cancellation Policy
Teenwise Minnesota Sponsored Events
June 27, 2013
What's New in 2013? The State of Adolescent Sexual Health in Minnesota
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Planned Parenthood of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota
671 Vandalia Street, St. Paul
"Two-thirds of adolescents...46% of teens...one in six youth..." Understanding current adolescent sexual health data and statistics is a core part of our work as professionals. In this workshop, participants will review the most current statistics on the sexual health of Minnesota youth, including pregnancy, birth and STI statistics, trends in adolescent pregnancy and sexual behaviors, and how Minnesota measures up regionally and nationally. Each participant will gain a basic understanding of current data and statistics and how to use this information in your work to support the sexual health of Minnesota adolescents. Register here today for this FREE event or see the flyer (PDF) for more information!
July 17, 2013
Sex Ed for Non Sex Educators
Sponsored by Youth Intervention Programs Association (YIPA)
1:45 - 4:30 p.m.
TIES Building
1667 Snelling Avenue North, St. Paul
Sex is everywhere, but talking about it with youth can be very difficult. You never know when, where or how these topics might arise. Working with young people, you will have to navigate questions and situations related to sexual health; are you ready to deal with those situations and conversations? This training will help you develop knowledge and skills around adolescent sexual health that are grounded in research and best practices.
For more information and to register, visit www.mnyipa.org. Register for this AND From Dr. Seuss to Porn and enjoy a FREE networking lunch between sessions!
July 24, 2013
Answering Sensitive Questions: Creating a Safe Space for Youth
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Center for Changing Lives
2400 Park Avenue South, Minneapolis
Sensitive questions about sexuality—it's an area of anxiety, discomfort and fear, both for young people and for educators. What is sensitive to one educator may not be sensitive to another, but most of us look for guidance on how to best answer those questions beyond our comfort zone. In this dynamic and innovative workshop, participants learn best practices for answering sensitive questions, gain the confidence necessary to handle questions that arise and in so doing, increase their ability to create a safe, open and effective learning environment for youth. For more information, see the flyer and registration form (PDF). Click here to register online. Questions? Contact Jill Farris at 651-289-1381 or jill@teenwisemn.org.
Other Events of Interest
June 26, 2013
Using Circle, Teaching Health and Working with LGBTQ Youth
Minneapolis Davis Center
Teaching health and working with young adults requires attention to creating a safe caring space for all students to ask questions, share concerns, make mistakes, laugh and learn. The Circle process provides safety, and the students will provide the rest. This experiential workshop is developed with health teachers, sexuality educators, student support staff and Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) advisors in mind.
Special for Health Teachers! $10 per Workshop, includes Lunch (in lieu of $65)! Register under "Scholarships." Click here to register.
July 17, 2013
From Dr. Seuss to Porn
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
TIES Building
1667 Snelling Avenue North, St. Paul
Ease of access to pornography and the pornification of mainstream media is having a major impact on our culture from a child’s development to adult sexuality and relationships. With exposure through various technologies occurring at younger ages, there is a greater health and public health impact on children, youth and adults. From child porn to youth produced images, younger and younger ages are inundated with a tsunami of sexist and sexploitive messages. Studies are just beginning to show the impact of this normalization of sexual harm on all ages. In this training, you will learn about the implications on gender socialization, brain development, intimacy and sexual behavior as well as ways you can individually and collectively "demand the change" and take back our sexuality and culture.
For more information and to register, visit www.mnyipa.org. Register for this AND Sex-Ed for Non-Sex-Educators and enjoy a FREE networking lunch between sessions!
July 29-August 1, 2013
2013 Summer Institute in Adolescent Health
Seeking, Striving, Succeeding: Sexual Health for Emerging Adults
Amherst H. Wilder Center, St. Paul
During the 2013 Summer Institute in Adolescent Health, consider trends and influences on sexual behaviors among emerging adults. Visit settings that are successfully addressing sexual health among young adults. Talk with young adults, program leaders, health providers and educators who are committed to improving sexual health services. Learn strategies for assuring supportive environments, sustaining authentic relationships, and providing services that are responsive to the uniqueness of this life stage. Gain new skills to effectively advocate for the sexual health of emerging adults. For more information, visit www.nursing.umn.edu.
September 10, 2013
Save the Date: 2013 Reproductive and Sexual Health Update
Continuing Education Center of the University of Minnesota, St. Paul Campus
Mark your calendar and join us for this annual event which brings you the latest in reproductive health practice, research and technology! Two keynote speakers have been confirmed. Jan Ray, who led a workshop last year, will be the keynote providing the latest research and technology in birth control. Bradley Stoner will return to do the STI keynote. Watch for more details in the coming months by visiting www.hcet.org.
Teenwise Minnesota Training Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy: Teenwise Minnesota reserves the right to cancel any training with insufficient registration. Register early to avoid cancellation! Full refunds will be provided to registrants who provide at least one week’s notice prior to training. No refunds will be given after that time. To cancel, contact Teenwise Minnesota at 651-644-1447 x10 or email teenwisemn@teenwisemn.org.