Calling all Multidisciplinary Team members!
Join us for our 2025 Virtual MDT Lunch and Learn Series!
The Nebraska Alliance of Child Advocacy Centers is dedicated to offering unique training content that not only educates our partners but empowers them with the latest insight on emerging issues. Our commitment extends to addressing the diverse and dynamic topics that resonate with our CAC and their MDT members while providing information on best practices in the field for continuous improvement of responding to the needs of children and families in our communities.
All trainings will be offered on the Nebraska Alliance Training Network (LMS).
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 12PM-1:30PM CT: Exploring the Impact of ACEs: How MDTs Can Support Healing and Prevention
Learning Objectives:
- Explain Adverse Childhood Experiences and their impact.
- Develop an understanding of trauma-related behaviors and reactions.
- Explore case-specific examples of trauma-related outcomes in the families we work with.
- Identify strategies for working with families, including positive childhood experiences, protective factors, and more.
Presented by:
Maja Cartwright
Program Director - Brave fACEs Initiative | BraveBe Child Advocacy Center
Maja Cartwright is the Program Director of the Brave fACEs initiative at BraveBe, where she has devoted 19 years to supporting children and families affected by trauma. During her career, Maja has conducted over 5,000 interviews with children, bringing a wealth of experience and empathy to her work. She has also served as a family advocate and an active member of multidisciplinary teams, collaborating across systems to ensure comprehensive care. With a deep expertise in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and prevention strategies, she brings a compassionate and insightful perspective to her work, empowering communities through education, advocacy, and trauma-informed practices.
Libby Valerio-Boster
ACEs Training Specialist | BraveBe Child Advocacy Center
Libby Valerio-Boster is the ACEs Training Specialist at BraveBe Child Advocacy Center. She holds a degree in Community Health and Wellness from Nebraska and is passionate about helping others understand the lasting impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences. Through research-based trainings and sessions, Libby provides information to professionals and caregivers, equipping them with the strategies to understand trauma, support healthy development, and promote resilience. She is committed to raising awareness and helping communities create safer, more supportive space for children and families.
Interested in joining? Contact training@nebraskacacs.com, to receive further information on how to register through our Learning Management System.
This series can meet statutory training requirements for MDT partners, continuing education contact hours and the 2023 CAC Accreditation Standards.
