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SUMMARY:Supervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Individual Session
DESCRIPTION:Sessions from the Supervisory Skills Series individual session registration: \nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \nThis series is presented over Zoom\, 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $150 per person per session for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Topics and Dates: \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday May 20th\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday May 27th\n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday June 3rd\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday June 10th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefits- Wednesday June 17th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey; Hub International \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday June 24th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday July 1st\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n \n\n  \n\n  \n     \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/individual-sessions-supervisory-skills-certificate-series-spring-2026-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T123000
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SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting  May 13th 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $600 for members\, $1200 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Topics and Dates: \n\nSupervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Wednesday May 13th\n\nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday May 20th\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday May 27th\n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday June 3rd\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday June 10th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefits- Wednesday June 17th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey; Hub International \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday June 24th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday July 1st\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n \n\n  \n\n  \n     \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-spring-2026/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:HSF Virtual HR Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Open to HSF Members. Join us for a monthly discussion with fellow HR professionals from human service organizations. Connect with others doing similar work\, share challenges\, and explore solutions. We are stronger together. \n  \nGet updates on any Roundtables by registering here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3s7thg3 \n  \nIf you have not previously attended\, or are not registered please contact Jeff Tingley for more information. \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-virtual-hr-roundtable-3/2026-05-05/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T103000
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SUMMARY:HSF I.T. Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:A benefit for HSF members. IT professionals in Human Services — you are not alone! Join peers in a monthly roundtable discussion to connect with others who understand your work\, crowdsource solutions\, and share challenges. We are stronger together. \nGet updates on any Roundtables by registering here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3s7thg3 \n  \nIf you have not previously attended\, or are not registered please contact Jeff Tingley for more information. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-i-t-roundtable/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T123000
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SUMMARY:Leadership Communication
DESCRIPTION:This session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \nThis workshop is part of the Supervisory Skills Workshop Series and is presented over Zoom March 25th 9am-12:30pm.  Each workshop is $150 per person for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2026-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T123000
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SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Winter 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting  February 4th 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $600 for members\, $1200 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Topics: \n\nSupervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Wednesday February 4th\n\nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday February 11th \n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday February 18th\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday February 25th \n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday March 4th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday March 11th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefit- Thursday March 19th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday March 25th\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2026/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:HSF Lunch and Learn: Fundraising Support Through Catchafire
DESCRIPTION:HSF is happy to welcome Sean Rose\, Director for Non Profit Success at Catchafire\, and Andrea Jones\, Manager of Non Profit Success\, as we discuss Catchafire’s new fundraising support and tools over a box lunch by Frigo’s Catering. Catchafire is available to HSF Members thanks to the Beveridge Foundation\, Community Foundation and the Irene & George Davis Foundation. \nAll attendees are asked to bring a laptop if possible. \n$50 for HSF Members \n  \n  \n  \nNeed access to Catchafire?  HSF Member can request a log in HERE \n  \nPRESENTERS: \nSean Rose (he/him) \nDirector of Nonprofit Success\, Catchafire \nwww.linkedin.com/in/seanvrose/\nI am a bridge-builder. My work exists at the intersection between philanthropy\, nonprofits\, and CSR. With a career that spans continents\, time zones\, and cause areas\, I bring deep experience in the philanthropic sector and a passion to continue building a more just and empathetic world. I am a strategic thinker\, a compassionate leader\, and a committed ally. I understand the complexity and urgency of solving social issues and help leaders to imagine new possibilities. \n  \nAndrea Jones (she/her) \nManager of Nonprofit Success\, Catchafire \nWith nearly 15 years of experience in nonprofits of all shapes and sizes\, I’ve had the opportunity to do everything from cold-calling to recruit walk participants to leading national volunteer engagement initiatives. That range of experience has given me a deep appreciation for the many moving parts and dedicated people that make mission-driven work successful. I bring an organized\, thoughtful approach to every room I facilitate. I’m a strategic thinker and a committed ally to nonprofits and those working to make the world a better place. I’m passionate about learning and growth\, and I believe the best training sessions are both educational and genuinely fun.  From the great state of Michigan\, I bring Midwestern warmth and an enthusiasm unknown to mankind (and if given the chance\, I’ll happily talk about Michigan for hours). \nThank you to our Breakfast Sponsors and Annual Sponsors for sponsoring this event. \nBreakfast Sponsors \n  \n       \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-lunch-and-learn-fundraising-support-through-catchafire/
LOCATION:MHA\, 350 Memorial Drive\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T073000
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast: Legislative Panel
DESCRIPTION:This event is FULL\n  \nJoin HSF for one of our Signature Breakfasts. Which means important conversations and networking over comforting breakfast foods and coffee. \nThis is your chance to talk to the legislatures representing Western Massachusetts IN PERSON. Join us for a panel of State Senators and Representatives over coffee and breakfast. A short Q&A session to take place after panel remarks. \nSummit View Banquet and Meeting House\, Holyoke MA \n$50 \nSIGN UP FOR OUR WAITING LIST HERE. \n  \n  \nConfirmed Legislative Panelists (to date): \nSenator Joanne Comerford \nSenator John Velis Senior Staff \nRepresentative Shirley Arriaga \nRepresentative Carlos Gonzalez \nCheryl Spinks\, District Legislative Aide from the office of Representative Angelo Puppolo \nRepresentative Lindsay Sabadosa \nRepresentative Susannah Whipps \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast-legislative-panel/
LOCATION:Summit View Banquet and Meeting House\, l555 Northampton Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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SUMMARY:Catchafire and Resource Sharing
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to share that The Beveridge Foundation\, the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts\, and the Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation are continuing to make Catchafire available to HSF members—at no cost! Together\, our members have already unlocked more than $1.59 million worth of support and services—absolutely free. \nHSF Executive Director Becca Coolong will show you just how easy it is to tap into this incredible resource. Catchafire isn’t just for senior leaders—it’s designed to empower everyone in our community. \nAfter the Catchafire hour\, Becca will highlight some of the most useful resources we’ve discovered\, and we invite you to share the tools and supports that have been most valuable to you. Let’s learn from one another and keep building stronger connections! \n\n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event \nAttend 1 or both sessions \nCatchafire hour 9:00am – 10:00am \nResource Sharing Hour 10:00am – 11:00am \n\n\n\n\n \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/catchafire-and-resource-sharing/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T123000
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SUMMARY:Leadership Communication- Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Fall 2025- Choose Your Training
DESCRIPTION:Single sessions of HSF’s Supervisory Skills Series are now available for registration. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \nLeadership Communication Wed November 19th 2025 \nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \nThis series is presented over Zoom. 9am-12:30pm all session. Each Session  is $150 for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-fall-2025-choose-your-training-8/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast: Banking in Non Profit Sector & Addressing Current Challenges
DESCRIPTION:HSF welcomes our community partner\, Liberty Bank\, to talk about topics related to Banking in Non Profit Sector & Addressing Current Challenges at our next signature breakfast.  Join us for networking\, conversation\, and a thought provoking presentation over coffee and breakfast. \n$50 HSF Members  $75 Not Yet Members \n \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast-banking-in-non-profit-sector-addressing-current-challenges/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College Willits-Hallowell Center\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T103000
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SUMMARY:Catchafire  Day
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCatchafire Day and Information Session\n\n\n\n\n\nHSF is glad to announce The Beveridge Foundation\, Community Foundation of Western Mass\, and the Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation are continuing to support HSF members access to Catchafire. HSF members have accessed support and services valued at over $1\,434\,483.00 FOR FREE! HSF Executive Director Becca Cooolong will update you on how little time it really takes. This is not just a resource for senior leaders\, it is a resource for everyone!\nFollowing the informational hour Becca will give technical assistance to start or move forward your projects. \n\n\n\n8:30am – 9:30 am Informational\n9:30am -10:30am Questions and Hands On Assistance\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \nThank you to our Annual Sponsors \n \n   \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/catchafire-relaunch-day/
LOCATION:Northeast Center for Youth & Families Conference Room\, 203 East Street\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001220
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SUMMARY:Breakfast: 40 Years of HSF Begins NOW!
DESCRIPTION:Join HSF as we kick off our 40th anniversary with a special networking breakfast!Enjoy coffee and a breakfast buffet while we celebrate our community and reflect on the impact we’ve made together. Executive Director Becca Coolong will say a few words on HSF’s Past\, Present\, and where we are going next! Thank you for being part of our journey! \n  \n*if you would like to leave a statement or testimonial to be included\, please email Jeff at jtingley@humanserviceforum.org. \n  \n$50 Members \n  \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \nKyle.K.Sullivan@bbrown.com\n\n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/breakfast-40-years-of-hsf-begins-now/
LOCATION:450 Memorial Banquets\, 450 Memorial Drive\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001220
CREATED:20250415T125841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T125841Z
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SUMMARY:Start Telling Your Story with Your Candid Profile
DESCRIPTION:Learn how updating your nonprofit’s Candid profile on GuideStar will grow your organization’s online identity and choose what tens of millions of potential donors see about your organization. \nDuring this introductory session\, you will learn what your nonprofit’s Candid profile is and how you can earn Seals of Transparency associated with that profile to tell your story\, including sharing information about the work you do and the impact it makes. We will also talk about how to collect demographic data for your organization and the benefits of earning a Gold Seal of transparency. \nWORKSHOP OUTCOMES \n\nPlan next steps for telling your organization’s story via its Nonprofit Profile.\nDescribe how the information in your Nonprofit Profile informs potential donors and funders and powers 200+ charitable sites.\nExplain how earning Seals of Transparency creates opportunities for your organization to be found\, grow trust\, and share your impact.\n\n \nThis event is at no cost to HSF Members.  However\, if you register and then can not go\, please let us know. \nABOUT YOUR PRESENTERS \nTRACY KAUFMAN \nTracy is an Educational Programming Manager at Candid\, leading workshops related to nonprofit sustainability\, management\, fundraising\, and other essential issues relevant to philanthropy and the social sector. Her trainings primarily serve nonprofit professionals\, but also audiences comprised of funders\, artists\, students\, and academics. As one of Candid’s training experts\, webinar instructors\, and a frequent public speaker\, she has spoken at numerous conferences\, including at the United Nations\, and has represented Candid on numerous panel discussions. In addition\, Tracy provides training and support to Candid Community partners – libraries\, nonprofit resource centers and other institutions – and provides philanthropy and fundraising information services to individuals and local organizations. Her relationship with Candid began in 2007\, when she began working as a librarian for Foundation Center\, one of Candid’s two legacy organizations. Previously\, Tracy held positions with the Association of American Publishers and New York Public Library.  Tracy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Writing Seminars from Johns Hopkins University\, and studied Library and Information Science at the Pratt Institute. \nAbout Candid \nCandid is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides the most comprehensive data and insights about the social sector. Every year\, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. Candid finds out where that money comes from\, where it goes\, and why it matters. Candid was formed in 2019 when GuideStar and Foundation Center merged. Candid combined GuideStar’s tools on nonprofits and Foundation Center’s tools on foundations with new resources to offer more comprehensive\, real-time information about the social sector. Find out more at candid.org and on LinkedIn and Instagram.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/start-telling-your-story-with-your-candid-profile/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T123000
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SUMMARY:Retention: Rewards and Accountability- Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Winter 2025- Choose Your Training
DESCRIPTION:March 13 9am-12:30 pm  \npresented over Zoom \nHSF’s most popular workshop series is returning for 2025. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability 3/13/27\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n  \n \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/choose-your-training-supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2025-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T090000
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SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:HSF’s most popular workshop series is returning for 2025. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented virtually over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting Thursday January 23rd  9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $600 for members\, $1200 for nonmembers. \n  \n \nSERIES TOPICS: \n\nLead with Influence- 1/23/25\n\nWhether they mean to or not\, each person exerts influence over others.  With this session learn 10 steps a person could take to add intentionality to that and influence people like a leader. Create a sphere of impact that leaves a lasting positing impression on those you work closely with\, leading to them influencing others positively as well. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law1 1/30/25\n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nLeadership Communication 2/6/25\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision 2/13/25\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefit 2/20/25\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution 2/2 7/25\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCyber Security 3/6/27\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability 3/13/27\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2025/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T100000
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast- The Future of Funding
DESCRIPTION:Meet with representatives from organizations that fund projects from non-profits. Here what they look for in applications and what their priorities are when choosing where to allocate their resources. A question and answer session follows.\nBreakfast included. \n$45 HSF Members     $65 Not Yet Members \n  \nConfirmed Panel Speakers: \nMegan Burke- Community Foundation of Western Mass  \nWard  Caswell- The Beveridge Family Foundation \nMegan Moynihan- United Way Pioneer Valley \nKiley O’Meara- The Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation \nVanessa Pabón-Hernandez- Women’s Fund \nMargaret Tantillo- O’Dell Women’s Center \n \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \nKyle.K.Sullivan@bbrown.com\n\n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College Willits-Hallowell Center\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250304T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250304T103000
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SUMMARY:HR Virtual Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:HSF is pleased to host roundtable forums around topics important to non-profit HR and fiscal management. Roundtables are led by senior leaders from HSF member organizations. \nHSF Roundtable Benefits include: \n\nFacilitated discussions with colleagues across the human service industry on up to date trending topics.\nPresentations from industry experts\nNetworking and sharing of best practices\n\nFor more information on attending the HR roundtable contact Rebecca Coolong at rcoolong@humanserviceforum.org \nThank you to our Annual Sponsors\n\n   \n\n \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hr-virtual-roundtable-2-3/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T110000
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SUMMARY:Ethical Uses of A.I.: Asking the Hard Questions
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday February 26th @9am \nPresented over Zoom \nHSF is happy to welcome Ankit Virimani\, international expert in the field of ethical uses of generative AI. Ankit will be giving a brief keynote discussing advances in AI technology for use in the non-profit field and on the issues and challenges being discussed on a broad scale. You are being invited to join in a conversation to presenting him with the hard challenging questions that are your personal hesitations/stumbling blocks/fears to see if we can address them together. \n(This workshop is a reschedule of HSF’s November Breakfast speaker.  All registrants of that Breakfast are auto-registered for this workshop.) \n \nHSF Members: $25 \nNot Yet Members: $50 \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/ethical-uses-of-a-i-asking-the-hard-questions/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T101500
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SUMMARY:HSF Legislative Reception
DESCRIPTION: Zoom breakout rooms\, \n All registrants will be assigned to a breakout room with one of their legislators.\n\nRegistration closed\n \n For staff\, board\, constituents/clients\, family members\, and volunteers of member agencies of the Human Service Forum.\n\nJoin your colleagues\, clients and community members as we engage with our state legislators at the annual HSF Legislative Reception.\n\n\nThis unique event allows you to share a table\, zoom style\,  with one of the western Massachusetts Representatives or Senators and speak directly with them on topics that are important to you.\n\n\nYou and your concerns matter – raise your voice and your issue – Legislators want and need to hear from you.\n\n\nDon’t sit this one out – engage your voice and you can impact policy decisions!\n\n\nShare your story – let your representative know what policies and laws actually look like in action\, in our families and our communities.\n\nFind Your Legislator\n\n\n\nDue to the virtual format of this event all registrants emails will be required when registering.  These emails will receive a zoom registration link 2 weeks before the event.   In order to maintain the safest virtual environment once  the  zoom registration is filled out each person will receive an individual log in link.\n\nWhen\nFriday January 31\, 2025\n\n7:30am – 8:00am\nZoom log in and networking time\n\n8:00am- 10:15AM\nLegislator Welcome and Break Out Rooms\n\nCost is $20.00 per person\nPre-registration is required**\n\n\n   \n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-legislative-reception/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T123000
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SUMMARY:Job Descriptions\, Evals\, and Expectations Through an Equity Lens
DESCRIPTION:Objectives \n\nRecognize systems that exist which are directly responsible for invisible barriers\nExplore their personal bias and articulate its contributions to conflict and non-productivity in the workplace.\nDemonstrate cultural awareness and competence.\nIdentify language and terms that are harmful and offensive.\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\nEvaluate an organization’s hierarchy and how those structures do not add to building equity and belonging.\nUnderstand Affirmative Action on a deeper level.\nGain a greater understanding of your cultural values\, biases\, and behaviors and how they impact your interactions amidst diversity.\nExplore how language and communication influence whom you attract to your business.\nExpand knowledge of policy and systems that innately keep some folks out.\n\n\n\nPresented by Traci Talbert- African American Female Presenter Award Association \n \n9am- 12:30pm \n$120 HSF Members \n$240 Not Yet Members \n  \nHSF Training Sponsors \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsfs-recruitment-and-retention-series-5/
LOCATION:NCYF Building; 203 East St\, Easthampton\, 203 East St\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000
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SUMMARY:HSF BREAKFAST: Ethical Uses of A.I.: Asking the Hard Questions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday November 12th 7:30am- 10:00pm \nWillits Hallowell Center\, South Hadley \nHSF is happy to welcome Ankit Virimani\, international expert in the field of ethical uses of generative AI.  Ankit will be giving a brief keynote discussing advances in AI technology for use in the non-profit field and on the issues and challenges being discussed on a broad scale. You are being invited to join in a conversation to presenting him with the hard challenging questions that are your personal hesitations/stumbling blocks/fears to see if we can address them together. \nJoin us for breakfast\, insightful conversation\, and networking. Email jtingley@humanserviceforum.org for diet restrictions or other accommodations. \n$45 for HSF Members     $65 for Not Yet Members \n \n\nThank you to Our Breakfast Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n \n\n  \n  \nThank You to Our Annual Sponsors\n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-breakfast-ethical-uses-of-a-i-asking-the-hard-questions/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College Willits-Hallowell Center\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T123000
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SUMMARY:Retention: Rewards and Accountability
DESCRIPTION:People don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nThis session is part of our Supervisory Skills Series\, available for individual registration. About the Series: \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/choose-your-training-fall-2024-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001221
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SUMMARY:SUPERVISORY SKILLS CERTIFICATE SERIES
DESCRIPTION:HSF’s most popular workshop series is returning for 2024-2025. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented virtually over Zoom. \n \nSERIES TOPICS: \n\nLead with Influence- 9/10\n\nWhether they mean to or not\, each person exerts influence over others.  With this session learn 10 steps a person could take to add intentionality to that and influence people like a leader. Create a sphere of impact that leaves a lasting positing impression on those you work closely with\, leading to them influencing others positively as well. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law- 9/24\n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- 10/1\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- 10/8\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nLiability and Benefits- 10/15\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nCyber Security- 10/22\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nLeadership Communication- 10/29\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability-11/5\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series/2024-11-05/
LOCATION:NCYF Building; 203 East St\, Easthampton\, 203 East St\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T100000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001221
CREATED:20240716T141747Z
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SUMMARY:How to Use Free Tools to Boost Your Non-Profits’s Online Visibility
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 20th 9am -10am \nFree for HSF Members \nMost non-profit leaders agree that having a strong online presence is crucial for their organizations to engage with supporters\, attract donors\, and raise awareness for their cause. However\, challenges such as limited budgets\, broad target audiences\, and reliance on volunteers sometimes make marketing seem like an insurmountable mountain to climb.\nThis workshop is tailored to address these challenges and provide you with a practical framework and launchpad to help you leverage free tools to boost your non-profit’s visibility. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nKey Components of Online Visibility Understand the essential elements of a strong online presence\, including website optimization\, social media engagement\, search engine optimization\, and content marketing.\nTop Free Tools for Digital Marketing We will then go through some of the top free tools online to help you nail the above-mentioned components of online visibility.\nHow to ask the right questions No need to be confused by marketing jargon. We’ll talk about the main things you need to know when you’re bringing in someone to help with your digital marketing and how to ask the right questions so you can keep your finger on the pulse. (This year\, all non-profits in Western Mass can get volunteer help with their digital marketing at no cost through the Catchafire program so this is a great place to start).\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nGain valuable insights and practical tips from a digital marketing expert who has worked with many non-profits.\nGet clarity. Know what you need to focus on to get results.\nLearn how to find free tools\, leverage specials for non-profits\n\n \nPresenter: \nThe workshop will be presented by Fungai Tichawangana\, founder of Artist Dynamix\, a digital marketing agency based in Amherst MA. Fungai has built an impressive career at the intersection of journalism and digital marketing\, focusing on how creatives and non-profits can best leverage the power of the Internet. In 2015\, he was awarded a Nieman Fellowship at Harvard. Since moving to Western Massachusetts in 2018\, he has done work for The Community Foundation of Western MA\, The ArtsHub of Western MA\, and the WriteAngles Conference\, among others. \n  \n  \nThank you to our Training Sponsors \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/how-to-use-free-tools-to-boost-your-non-profitss-online-visibility/
LOCATION:Online Event\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T090000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001221
CREATED:20231212T160605Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee and Catchafire Hour
DESCRIPTION:Register Now\nThis month we are focused on saving members money.  Help us help you\, we are trying to reach the 1 MILLION DOLLARS IN SAVINGS for our members through Catchafire use.  How much of the million in savings is for your agency?   YOU DECIDE! \nSenior staff of HSF members are invited to have Coffee and this month Catchafire with Becca.  This is a chance to get together to talk about ways to take advantage of free savings with Catchafire.  Becca will be available to help start any projects you may be thinking of.  Future sessions may have speakers on relevant topics. This is a member only event. Coffee  will be provided but feel free to bring your own food and drink!  This will be a hybrid event this month. \n  \nWhen\nThursday June 27\, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM EST\n\n\nProgram Fee \nHSF Members only: $15.00\n  \nWhere\nHSF offices locates at\nNortheast Center for Youth and Families Building\n203 East Street\nEasthampton\, MA\n\nAnnual Sponsors:\n\n   \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/56694/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001221
CREATED:20240611T132725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T132819Z
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SUMMARY:Assessing D.E.I. for New Supervisors
DESCRIPTION:New promotions often come with a desire to make changes. Before that happens a new supervisor should assess the situation to see what changes actually need to be made.  \nIn this workshop presenter Jynai MacDonald from the Urban Impact Initiative gives a framework for looking at your organization and assessing how it stands in Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion as well as tips on how to make changes if they are needed.  \nSelect single individual sessions from our popular Supervisory Skills Series. This series of workshops is ideal for new supervisors to get the skills and knowledges needed to succeed. A trained supervisory team will improve any organization and lead to higher impact in aiding their communities. \n  \n \n  \nProgram Fees: \nHSF Members: $100 per person per session  Not Yet Members: $200 per person per session \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/assessing-d-e-i-for-new-supervisors/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001221
CREATED:20240603T151727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T165006Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Equity 
DESCRIPTION:Join us as presenters from the NCCJ (The National Conference for Community and Justice) discuss what they have learned by working with high school students in their teen programs. What lessons that older generations struggled to learn\, do they already know? What is their ideal equitable future? And\, importantly\, what can we do now to prepare to turn the future over to them?\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n  \nThis session is part of our 2024 Workplace Equity Series. \nSession 5: Cohort Plan Creation \nWednesday June 26th  \nPresenters: Janine Fondon and Lucie Lewis \nSession 6: CLOSING PANEL- Where Do We Go From Here? \nWednesday July 3rd \nModerators: Janine Fondon and Lucie Lewis \nThank You to Our Series Sponsors: \n \n  \n \nThank you Annual Sponsors: \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/the-future-of-equity/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001221
CREATED:20240529T110430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T124012Z
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SUMMARY:Examining a Gender Inclusive Workplace
DESCRIPTION:We spend so much time at work\, we want our staff to feel comfortable to bring their authentic selves to this space. But is your workplace a safe environment for marginalize identities\, including trans and nonbinary workers. \nJoin us as presenters from Think Again Training discuss gender in nuanced ways\, and how to normalize gender diversity. \n \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n  \nThis session is part of our 2024 Workplace Equity Series. \nSession 4: The Future of Equity  \nWednesday June 12th \nPresenter: NCCJ \nSession 5: Cohort Plan Creation \nWednesday June 26th  \nPresenters: Janine Fondon and Lucie Lewis \nSession 6: CLOSING PANEL- Where Do We Go From Here? \nWednesday July 3rd \nModerators: Janine Fondon and Lucie Lewis \nThank You to Our Series Sponsors: \n \n  \n \nThank you Annual Sponsors: \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/examining-a-gender-inclusive-workplace/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T123000
DTSTAMP:20260514T001221
CREATED:20240522T153936Z
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SUMMARY:Team Building and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Team Building and Conflict Resolution- Build your team up\, making the whole stronger than the sum of their parts. Learn tips and tactics to help drive unity. Be able to address when conflict does happen\, leading back to making your team work in harmony. \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/team-building-and-conflict-resolution/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,Workshop
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