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Innovations Institute @ UConn SSW advances research-based, community centered, and transformative solutions for child-, youth-and family-serving public systems, and supports the workforce within these systems. https://innovations.socialwork.uconn.edu/
Mark your calendars for our PIEC team's March #PyramidPractice Lunch & Learn to explore a new early childhood team building resource from NCPMI!
🖥️ March Pyramid Model Practice Lunch & Learn
📅 Tuesday 3/17, 12:00–1:00 PM ET
🎟️ Register: s.uconn.edu/3-17-webinar
#InnovationsInstitute #PyramidModel
@uconnssw.bsky.social's MSW program prepares students to improve individual and community well-being, providing training in clinical and policy work. Join our vibrant community & apply by 4/1: socialwork.uconn.edu/masters-soci...
Attend an info session: connect.grad.uconn.edu/portal/msw_i...
🎙️#Wraparound is everywhere—but what does high-quality implementation really take Check out Unwrapping Wraparound, a new podcast from #InnovationsInstitute! Ep.1 features Eric Bruns on research, workforce challenges & what works.
▶️ Listen: s.uconn.edu/wrap-pod
#UnwrappingWrap
LAST CHANCE! The deadline for the National Survey of Mobile Crisis, Co-Responder & Alternative Response Programs was extended to 2/28. The survey aims to better understand the scope, structure & operations of mobile crisis & alternative response programs. 🔗 rc-1.nyspi.org/surveys/?s=X...
Don't miss tomorrow's Pyramid Practice Lunch & Learn, "Strengthening the Foundation: The Case for Tier 1!"
🖥️ February Pyramid Model Practice Lunch & Learn
📅 TOMORROW, Tuesday 2/24, 12:00–1:00 PM ET
🎟️ Register: s.uconn.edu/2-24-piec
Learn more about our PIEC team's work: s.uconn.edu/piec
#InnovationsInstitute launched #Crisis365, the Academy for Comprehensive Crisis Care! Our evidence-informed academy translates natl guidance -> real-world practice. Courses begin in April!
Learn more: s.uconn.edu/crisis-365
Subscribe for Crisis 365 updates: s.uconn.edu/crisis-train
Proud to partner with FREDLA & a powerhouse network of national orgs through #YouthFamilyNTTAC! Together, we're bringing policy, practice & family/youth leadership into a true 365° approach to transforming youth mental health systems nationwide.
Mark your calendars for our PIEC team's February #PyramidPractice Lunch & Learn for those interested in concrete strategies to establish & support UNIVERSAL Tier 1 #PyramidModel strategies.
🖥️Strengthening the Foundation: The Case for Tier 1
📅Tues 2/24, 12–1:00 PM ET
🎟️Register: s.uconn.edu/2-24-piec
ICYMI: ACL launched a new website for The Link Center featuring expanded resources, tools & insights to support coordinated effective services for children & adults w/IDD, brain injuries & other cognitive disabilities who also experience MH conditions. Visit the new website: www.thelinkcenter.org
This #BlackHistoryMonth, #InnovationsInstitute celebrates the impact, leadership & contributions of Black communities in our TA Telegram Policy Corner.
Read the Policy Corner: s.uconn.edu/2-9telegram
Subscribe to the Telegram: s.uconn.edu/subscribe2ii
Innovations is proud to launch #Crisis365, an evidence-informed academy designed to bridge the gap between nat'l standards & daily practice, equipping responders w/practical, trauma-responsive tools to save lives & reduce burnout. Learn more: s.uconn.edu/crisis-365
For 6+ years, #CrisisTalk has been a go-to resource on key issues in #CrisisResponse & #BehavioralHealth systems. Now pivoting to a podcast, the first episodes delve into AI & #MentalHealth, w/thoughtful & critical expert conversations.
Learn more & listen: talk.crisisnow.com/category/pod...
Check out @smartctr.bsky.social's SMART Talk, ep.2 & learn about evaluating Asking is Caring (AiC), a MH promotion & suicide prevention program delivered by families to families in coord. w/schools.
View the video: s.uconn.edu/smarttalk2
Read the full publication: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
SAMHSA is recruiting peer reviewers w/experience in #SubstanceUse, #MentalHealth & #Recovery programming in FY 2026!
Peer reviewers help ensure grant apps are evaluated objectively & provide feedback to SAMHSA & applicants.
For info or to submit an app, visit: www.samhsa.gov/grants/about...
FREDLA's April 2026 #ParentPeerSupport Institute offers 3 virtual 1/2 day sessions of #ProfessionalDevelopment & peer learning for PPSPs, supervisors, administrators, policymakers & anyone who values PPS.
Learn more & register: s.uconn.edu/fredla-ppsi
Q's? Email info@fredla.org
#FREDLA
Save the date for our PIEC team's February #PyramidPractice Lunch & Learn for those interested in concrete strategies to establish & support UNIVERSAL Tier 1 #PyramidModel strategies.
🖥️ Strengthening the Foundation: The Case for Tier 1
📅 Tues 2/24, 12:00–1:00 PM ET
🎟️ Register: s.uconn.edu/2-24-piec
Health is the foundation for strong families & communities. A new series of policy briefs from CSSP explores how policy choices impact whether kids & families access reliable health care. Read the full compendium: s.uconn.edu/cssp-series
📈Proud to be part of the momentum @uconnssw.bsky.social—ranked #7 among public schools of #SocialWork & #11 nationally for 2024 research expenditures in NSF’s HERD Survey. Strong research, real-world impact. 🔗s.uconn.edu/herd-survey #ResearchImpact #AppliedResearch #SystemsChange
🎉#InnovationsInstitute @uconnssw.bsky.social, with #FREDLA, has been awarded a 5-year SAMHSA grant to lead the National Training & Technical Assistance Center for Child, Youth & Family Mental Health (#NTTAC). Proud to strengthen #SystemsOfCare nationwide. 💙 s.uconn.edu/nttac-launch #youthfamilyNTTAC
☀️#SesameStreet just got a little sunnier! YouTube holds the largest digital library of #SesameStreet content! Find the free content at the links to Sesame Street's YouTube Channels:
🔹Sesame St Classics: s.uconn.edu/ss-classics
🔹Sesame St: s.uconn.edu/sesame-st
#SesameWorkshop #EarlyChildhood
#InnovationsInstitute at @uconnssw.bsky.social is hiring 2 key positions that help power our work behind the scenes. Apply by Tues 1/27/26!
🔹Administrative Program Support 1: s.uconn.edu/ii-admin
🔹Financial Assistant 2: s.uconn.edu/ii-fin-asst
#NowHiring #UConnJobs #BehavioralHealthCareers
A new Next100 report centers voices of justice-involved MD youth to identify barriers in finding meaningful work. Access the report: go.tcf.org/box
#JuvenileJustice #YouthMentalHealth #Mentorship #YouthDevelopment #PolicySolutions
Last week the #NationalSurvey of #MobileCrisis, Co-Responder & #AlternativeResponse Programs launched with the goal of updating the national landscape of mobile crisis response programs.
Complete b/w 12/1/25 & 1/31/26: rc-1.nyspi.org/surveys/?s=X...
Qs? Contact MobileCrisisSurvey@nyspi.columbia.edu
CMS released the 2025 Medicaid & CHIP Scorecard, an annually updated dashboard that can be used to drive improvements federal alignment, beneficiary health outcomes, and program administration. Learn more in our recent TA Telegram: s.uconn.edu/1-12telegram
Subscribe: s.uconn.edu/subscribe2ii
January is #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth. The 2026 theme “Stronger Connections. Stronger Futures.” reminds us that everyday relationships at home, in our communities & in our workplaces help prevent human trafficking.
Toolkit: acf.gov/sites/defaul...
#Partner2Prevent #EndTrafficking
The National Adoption Competency MH Training Initiative (NTI) & the School-Based MH Training (NTI-Ed) from the Center for Adoption Support & Education are free, web-based trainings for CW, MH & education professionals across. Learn more about these trainings here: s.uconn.edu/nti-blog
ICYMI: @uconnssw.bsky.social's #InnovationsInstitute is hiring a Sr Program Specialist to support our PIEC team as they work to improve the quality, accessibility & effectiveness of #EarlyChildhood BH systems.
🔗Apply: s.uconn.edu/piec-sps-job
💡Learn about PIEC: s.uconn.edu/piec
#Hiring #UConnJobs
ICYMI: the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and SAMHSA updated the #988 Partner Toolkit with an updated 988 Fact Sheet and info to help partners explain distinctions between 988 & 911.
Explore the resources & share with your network: s.uconn.edu/988toolkit
#SuicidePrevention #988 #988Lifeline #Crisis
Happy New Year!
As we begin 2026, #InnovationsInstitute looks forward to continuing our work to create brighter futures for children, youth, young adults, and their families. It is a true honor to partner with each and every one of you.
Warmest wishes for a peaceful year ahead!
ICYMI: The Center for Mental Health Implementation Support (CMHIS) has EXTENDED the DEADLINE for applications to the Project AWARE & TISS Sustainability Planning Learning Community! Apply by Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM PT: s.uconn.edu/aware-tiss