Presented by FKCE in collaboration with CASA of Ventura County
Discover from a former foster youth's perspective how you can create authentic connections through communication. Participants will examine common adult-youth communication that may be well-meaning but can activate strong and/or opposing emotions for youth. To connect on the youth's level, participants will learn tools that incorporate empathic listening and language that repairs. Through practice and consistency in communication, trust and authentic connection can be achieved.
Your Instructors: Dwayne Dunlevy is former foster youth who has been coaching, consulting, and training for over 16 years. His expertise includes student engagement, resilience, and trauma-informed practices. He brings lived experience, deep understanding, and effective methodologies to every training session.
Anne Rodriguez is a trainer & master coach with over 20 years of experience training and coaching for organizations like Child Welfare Services, Law Enforcement, Probation, Youth Independent Living Programs and Rehabilitation Programs. She is also a Master Mindset Coach helping clients remove blocks to be their best self and live their highest quality life.

CE Hours: 2