Upcoming Events
Welcome to The Network Training Calendar!
All trainings are open to any CBO. We encourage you to select trainings that align with your capacity‑building plan and assessment, and to review the recommended staff roles and training summaries before registering. Space is limited, so CBOs are encouraged to register no more than two staff members per training unless otherwise advised by your Project Coordinator.
We look forward to supporting you!
Street Outreach Part 2
Please join us for Street Outreach Part 2 - facilitated by UCAN.
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Street Outreach Training: Part 2 builds on concepts introduced in the initial Street Outreach session and covers the remaining core content essential to effective community‑based violence intervention. This training focuses on applying a public health approach to gun violence, identifying high‑risk individuals and groups, responding to critical incidents, and using evidence‑based strategies to interrupt and prevent retaliation. Participants will deepen their understanding of street outreach roles, conflict mediation techniques, and real‑world outreach strategies grounded in lived experience, safety, and community trust.
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- The public health approach to community violence intervention
- Using data and street‑level intelligence to define and monitor violence trends
- Identifying and engaging individuals and groups at highest risk
- Differentiating between high‑risk and high‑need participants
- Street outreach roles, responsibilities, and ethical boundaries
- Responding to critical incidents and assessing risk of retaliation
- Conflict mediation strategies, including de‑escalation and interruption techniques
- Building trust with participants, families, and the broader community
- Neighborhood‑level collaboration and partnership building
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- Street Outreach Workers
- Violence Interrupters
- Case Managers working with high‑risk participants
- Victim Advocates involved in post‑incident response
- Outreach Supervisors or Program Managers
- CVI Program Directors
Note: Prior attendance at Street Outreach Training Part 1 is strongly encouraged, as this session builds directly on foundational concepts introduced in the first training.
Note that attendance is limited to 4 staff members per organization.
Prior attendance at Street Outreach Training Part 1 is strongly encouraged, as this session builds directly on foundational concepts introduced in the first training.
Board Development 101
Please join us for Board Development 101 - facilitated by Emmaus Consultancy LLC.
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Board Development 101 provides an introduction to building and strengthening effective nonprofit boards serving Community‑Based Organizations (CBOs) in the CVI space. This training focuses on the purpose of nonprofit boards, core roles and responsibilities, and how to recruit, engage, and support board members who can meaningfully contribute to organizational success. Participants will gain practical guidance on establishing healthy board–staff relationships, building diverse and mission‑aligned boards, and understanding how strong governance supports accountability, sustainability, and community trust.
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- The role of a nonprofit board and why it matters
- Core board responsibilities and fiduciary duties
- Differences between governance and day‑to‑day management
- Building healthy, respectful board–staff partnerships
- Strategies for recruiting diverse and effective board members
- What skills, lived experience, and perspectives to seek in board members
- Board onboarding, engagement, and ongoing development
- The board’s role in organizational sustainability and fundraising
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- Executive Directors / CEOs
- Senior leadership staff
- Current board members
- Program leaders working closely with the board
- Staff supporting governance, fundraising, or organizational operations
Note that attendance is limited to 2 staff members per organization.
Intro to Communications & Public Relations
Please join us for Intro to Communications & Public Relations - facilitated by Fair Future.
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Introduction to Communications & Public Relations provides Community‑Based Organizations (CBOs) in the CVI space with a foundational understanding of how to communicate clearly, responsibly, and strategically. This training introduces the core concepts of communications and public relations (CPR), explains why they matter, and explores how effective messaging supports community trust, safety, funding, and organizational credibility.
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- What communications and public relations are and how they differ from marketing
- Internal vs. external communications and why both matter
- Identifying audiences, purpose, and key messages
- Ethical and safe storytelling in the CVI space
- Consent, confidentiality, and risk considerations
- Overview of common communication tools (social media, email, public speaking, websites)
- Intro‑level guidance on working with media and external visibility
- How communications support fundraising, partnerships, and sustainability
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- Executive Directors / CEOs
- Program Directors and Program Managers
- Communications, outreach, or community engagement staff
- Development or fundraising staff
- Staff who speak publicly or engage with partners or media
- Supervisors supporting frontline or community‑facing staff
Note that attendance is limited to 2 staff members per organization.
This is a virtual training - once you have RSVP’d, be on the lookout for a calendar invite containing the meeting link.
Organizational Development
Please join us for Organizational Development - facilitated by Conlon Public Strategies.
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Organizational Development in the CVI Space focuses on strengthening the internal systems, structures, and leadership practices that support effective community violence intervention efforts. This training explores how CVI organizations can build sustainable, high‑functioning teams while maintaining alignment with their mission and community needs. Participants will examine key components of organizational health including leadership development, staff support, communication systems, and operational consistency, with an emphasis on creating environments where frontline staff can succeed and programs can scale with impact.
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- Core principles of organizational development within the CVI field
- Aligning mission, vision, and day‑to‑day operations
- Defining clear roles, responsibilities, and organizational structure
- Building strong communication systems across teams and leadership levels
- Supporting frontline staff in high‑stress, high‑impact environments
- Developing leadership pathways and promoting internal growth
- Strengthening accountability, supervision, and performance management practices
- Improving data tracking, documentation, and program consistency
- Strategies for sustainability, capacity building, and organizational growth
- Collaborative approaches to working with community partners and stakeholders
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- Outreach Supervisors and Team Leads
- Program Managers and Coordinators
- CVI Program Directors
- Case Management Supervisors
- Organizational Leadership and Administrative Staff
- Emerging Leaders within CVI organizations
Note: This training is beneficial for both new and established CVI organizations looking to strengthen internal systems and improve overall program effectiveness.
Note that attendance is limited to 2 staff members per organization.
This training is beneficial for both new and established CVI organizations looking to strengthen internal systems and improve overall program effectiveness.
Leadership Development
Please join us for Leadership Development - facilitated by Trajectory Changing Solutions.
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Leadership Development in the CVI Space focuses on building the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to lead effectively in high‑impact, community‑based violence intervention work. This training emphasizes the role of leadership in shaping team culture, supporting frontline staff, and driving program outcomes. Participants will explore leadership styles, communication strategies, decision‑making practices, and approaches to accountability that are critical in the CVI field. The session is grounded in real‑world challenges and highlights how strong leadership contributes to staff retention, program consistency, and community trust.
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- Core leadership principles tailored to the CVI field
- Understanding leadership roles and responsibilities at different levels
- Developing self‑awareness and leadership style
- Effective communication strategies for teams and community partners
- Building and maintaining team culture and trust
- Supporting and supervising frontline staff in high‑stress environments
- Conflict resolution and managing team dynamics
- Decision‑making and accountability in complex situations
- Coaching, mentoring, and developing emerging leaders
- Leading with consistency, integrity, and community focus
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- Outreach Supervisors and Team Leads
- Program Managers and Coordinators
- CVI Program Directors
- Case Management Supervisors
- Emerging Leaders preparing for supervisory roles
- Experienced staff transitioning into leadership positions
Note: This training is recommended for both current and aspiring leaders looking to strengthen their leadership capacity and better support teams within the CVI space.
Note that attendance is limited to 2 staff members per organization.
This training is recommended for both current and aspiring leaders looking to strengthen their leadership capacity and better support teams within the CVI space.
Data Collection & Analysis
Please join us for Data Collection & Analysis - facilitated by UCAN.
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Data Collection & Analysis in the CVI Space focuses on building the skills and systems needed to accurately capture, manage, and use data to inform community violence intervention efforts. This training highlights the importance of data in demonstrating impact, improving program effectiveness, and guiding decision‑making. Participants will learn best practices for data collection, documentation, and basic analysis, with an emphasis on maintaining data integrity while working in fast‑paced, community‑based environments.
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- The role of data in community violence intervention and program evaluation
- Best practices for accurate and consistent data collection
- Understanding key data points (participant engagement, incidents, outcomes)
- Documentation standards and maintaining data integrity
- Using data systems and tools effectively
- Identifying trends and patterns in community violence
- Translating data into actionable insights for program improvement
- Balancing data responsibilities with fieldwork demands
- Confidentiality, ethics, and responsible data use
- Communicating data to stakeholders, funders, and partners
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- Data Coordinators and Analysts
- Program Managers and Coordinators
- Outreach Supervisors
- Case Managers responsible for documentation
- CVI Program Directors
- Administrative staff supporting reporting and compliance
Note: This training is recommended for staff responsible for collecting, managing, or using data to support program operations, reporting, and continuous improvement in CVI initiatives.
Note: This is a virtual training - once you have RSVP’d, be on the lookout for a calendar invite containing the meeting link.
This training is recommended for staff responsible for collecting, managing, or using data to support program operations, reporting, and continuous improvement in CVI initiatives.
Strategic Planning 101
Please join us for Strategic Planning 101 - facilitated by Rudd Resources.
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Strategic Planning 101 helps CBOs develop a clear, practical approach to setting organizational direction while navigating the realities of CVI work. This training focuses on aligning mission, programs, and resources; setting realistic priorities; and translating strategic plans into actionable steps. Participants will learn how to approach strategic planning as a living process that supports clarity, adaptability, and sustainability.
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- What strategic planning is and what it is not
- Clarifying mission, vision, and values
- Assessing the organization’s current state
- Setting strategic priorities and realistic goals
- Moving from strategy to action and accountability
- Using strategic planning to support funding and growth
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- Executive Directors / CEOs
- Senior Leadership Team Members
- Program Directors and Managers
- Operations or Administrative Leaders
- Board Members involved in planning or governance
Note that attendance is limited to 1 staff member per organization.
Program Evaluation 101
Please join us for Program Evaluation 101 - facilitated by Terence Gipson.
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Program Evaluation 101 introduces CBOs to the foundational concepts of evaluating programs to support learning, improvement, and accountability. This training demystifies evaluation by focusing on practical, right‑sized approaches that organizations can realistically implement. Participants will explore how to define program goals, identify meaningful outcomes, collect relevant data, and use information to strengthen CVI programming.
The training emphasizes evaluation as a learning and improvement tool, not a punitive or compliance‑only exercise.
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- Basics of program evaluation and common terminology
- Defining program goals, outcomes, and success
- Introduction to logic models or simple program frameworks
- What data to collect and why
- Using data for learning and program improvement
- Connecting evaluation to funding and sustainability
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- Executive Directors / CEOs
- Finance Managers, Fiscal Officers, or Bookkeepers
- Program Directors and Program Managers
- Operations Managers
- Grants or Contracts Managers
- Board Members (Treasurers/Finance Committee members)
Note that attendance is limited to 1 staff member per organization.
Fiscal Management 101
Please join us for Fiscal Management 101 - facilitated by Prevention First.
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Fiscal Management 101 provides a practical introduction to managing organizational and program finances within Community‑Based Organizations (CBOs) operating in the CVI space. This training focuses on building shared understanding of fiscal responsibilities, budgeting basics, funding restrictions, and internal controls. Participants will learn how sound fiscal practices support program effectiveness, compliance, and long‑term sustainability.
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- Overview of fiscal management fundamentals
- Understanding program‑level budgets
- Restricted vs. unrestricted funds
- Shared fiscal responsibilities across staff roles
- Basic financial controls and risk prevention
- Connection between fiscal practices, fundraising, and sustainability
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- Executive Directors / CEOs
- Finance Managers, Fiscal Officers, or Bookkeepers
- Program Directors and Program Managers
- Operations Managers
- Grants or Contracts Managers
- Board Members (Treasurers/Finance Committee members)
Note that attendance is limited to 2 staff members per CBO.
This is a virtual training - once you have RSVP’d, be on the lookout for a calendar invite containing the meeting link.
Fundraising 101
Please join us for Fundraising 101 - facilitated by The Urban Male Network.
Note that attendance is limited to 1 staff member per CBO.
