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Highlights from CCUSA

Register at the early-bird member rate for the 2022 Annual Gathering — Don’t miss the chance to SAVE!

Save $100 by registering before the August 4^th deadline at the early bird member rate. Come explore “The Path of Encounter.” New and noteworthy this year are three pre-conference Learning Labs. Access the website and click on the link at top of site for additional information. Click 2022 Annual Gathering to learn more and register for the conference.

Events and Webinars 

Catholic Charities USA Associated Accounts Launch Webinar for Amazon Business. July 13, 2022,12:30 PM EST

The Amazon Business Associated Accounts program allows members of Catholic Charities USA to gain access to special benefits. With Amazon Business, all Catholic Charites USA member agencies can access hundreds of thousands of sellers that offer business-only selection, quantity discounts and time-saving features to help businesses run better. Members can enjoy convenient shipping options on hundreds of millions of supplies across categories, including IT, office, breakroom, janitorial, PPE and more. Please join Amazon representatives on Wednesday, July 13, at 12:30 PM EST at a webinar to learn more, assist with questions and help you get started with the program. Register here.

Collection of Reflections on Sustainable Career Pathways Development and Programming Webinar. July 13, 2022, 2:00 PM EST

Catholic Charities of Central New Mexico (CCCNM) has spent the last few years facilitating career training opportunities in heavy equipment operations through its center for adult education services. Join a conversation to share significant learning moments and solicit attendees’ experiences with integrated education and training. Learn more and register.

DSM-5-TR Update Webinar. July 14, 2022, 2:00 PM EST

This interactive webinar will provide insight and training on the newly released DSM-5-TR update. We will discuss the major changes from DSM-5 to DSM-5-TR and how these changes impact how we diagnose individuals. This training will also discuss the development and rationale for publishing an updated edition of the DSM. The new disorders will be addressed at length. Additional ICD-10-CM codes, and other changes since the publication of the DSM-5 in 2013 will also be discussed. This webinar offers 1.0 Continuing Education Credit. Learn more and register.

Webinar Invite — Meeting the Moment: Mobilizing Sponsors for Displaced Ukrainians. July 15, 2022, 12:00–1:00 PM EST

Millions of Ukrainians were displaced following the unprovoked war of aggression by Russia against Ukraine. To help displaced Ukrainians, USCCB/MRS has partnered with Welcome.us to develop the Welcome Connect platform that matches Ukrainians seeking to come to the United States with sponsors who can support them. More than 5,000 Ukrainians signed up for support in just a matter of days! To meet this demand, it is imperative that we have your help.

Please register and join us for a webinar on Friday, July 15, from 12:00–1:00 PM EST will explain how you and your constituents can use this platform to become a sponsor for Ukrainians seeking temporary refuge in the United States.

What Is a Workforce Development Program? July 19, 2022, 2:00 PM EST

Join us for a webinar to focus on helping organizations understand the difference between workforce development programs and job placement programs. Our presenter, Surabhi Jain, Founder of Ed-Works Consulting, LLC, will share examples of different workforce development programs. Additionally, we will explore partnerships and resources needed to replicate some of these programs. Towards the end of the presentation, organizations will be able to self-identify where they fall on the spectrum of the workforce development program and where they would like to move in the future. Join us, bring your questions and be prepared for a full hour focusing on the workforce development arena. Register. 

AmeriCorps State and National Program Funding Opportunities Webinar and Request for Proposals. July 26, 2022, 3:00–4:00 PM EST

CCUSA is taking applications for our Financial Education and Disaster Case Management AmeriCorps Programs! Join this webinar to learn more about how these grant opportunities could help expand your agency. We will review sub-grantee expectations, estimated costs and allowable activities. Bring your creative ideas to the session and consider if these grant opportunities are a fit for your agency. Register for the webinar! If you are not able to attend the webinar but would like to receive a recording, please reach out to [email protected]. 

Coursera — Training Clients and Employees in High-Demand Skills Webinar. July 27, 2022, 2:30 PM EST

Social Action Summer Institute: Registration Open! July 20–22, 2022

Register now for the 35th annual Social Action Summer Institute (SASI), taking place in-person at St. John’s University in Collegeville, MN, from July 20–22, 2022, and sponsored by Catholic Charities USA. This year's SASI, following the theme of The Spirituality of Justice, will feature programming that roots social ministry to the Gospel message, including workshops by Catholic Charities leaders and keynotes by Bishop Seitz of El Paso, Ogechi Akalgbere of the Archdiocese of Washington, and Sebastian Gomes of America Media. See more information and register. 

CCUSA-CFPB Financial Empowerment Capacity Building Series

You are invited to the final session of the CCUSA and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) Financial Empowerment Capacity Building webinar series, designed to bring free financial empowerment training and resources to Catholic Charities staff. Participants will receive training and resources to help build their skills and better support financial wellness with the communities they serve. Join us on August 2 to learn more about protecting your money.

This webinar series offers 1.0 Continuing Education Credit per session. For those interested in earning a CEC credit, participants will need to participate in each session in its entirety and complete an evaluation/post-test questions. When: August 2, 2022 at 3:00 PM EST. Please submit any further questions or comments to Jane Stenson. Register here.

Fresh International Gardens (FIG) Program — Fresh Food from the Refugees and Immigrants to the Community Webinar. August 10, 2022, 3:00 PM EST

The FIG co-op has been building healthy refugee communities since 2007 by helping new Alaskans develop English-language and small business skills, access fresh vegetables, and earn supplemental income. Join us to learn more about how the FIG program is creating sales opportunities and the impact that the program is having on our clients and the community that we serve. Learn more and register here. 

Employment Opportunities 

Anyone can view the job opportunities by clicking on the "Careers" tag on the footer of the CCUSA webpage. To post a job opportunity, one must be a member and have access to the members' portal in order to fill out the submission form (click on "Careers" tag on members only portal homepage). If you have any questions about the new job opportunities submission form, please contact Kristine Livdane. Please click here to access job opportunities.

CCUSA Photo Gallery 

Did you know that one of the benefits CCUSA provides to member agencies is access to a professional photo gallery? Visit our Flickr photo pages to explore our albums and photos. If you would like a high-resolution version for your agency's use, please email CCUSA with photo number.

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