Upcoming Skill Development Trainings and Events
The Wisconsin Peer Specialist Employment Initiative (WIPSEI) is excited to bring meaningful trainings, events, and opportunities to engage our growing field of peer and parent peer specialists with one another.
Please check back regularly to view upcoming training and events. Current list of upcoming events can be found below and are aggregated by in-person and virtual events.
**(Strikethrough = Training session/workshop is done)**
To attain CEH/CEU, you MUST attend the live training session/workshop.
RECORDING WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR CEH/CEU AT THIS TIME
Virtual
Starting May 2023:
Power, Privileges, and Differences in the Workplace (Cohort 1) (Session 1, 2 & 3 of 8)
Starting June 2023:
Challenges and Successes of Veteran Reintegration Into Civilian Society: General Veteran Perspective (Session 1 of 4)
Influencing Change Advocacy Series (Session 1 & 2 of 5)
Power, Privileges, and Differences in the Workplace (Cohort 1) (Session 4, 5, 6 & 7 of 8)
Tenant Support Mentorship: What Is It and How Do You Get Started (Session 1 of 4)
Starting July 2023:
Challenges and Successes of Veteran Reintegration Into Civilian Society: LGBTQ+ Veteran Perspective (Session 2 of 4)
Emotional CPR (Introductory Workshop)
Influencing Change Advocacy Series (Session 3, 4 & 5 of 5)
Power, Privileges, and Differences in the Workplace (Cohort 1) (Session 8 of 8)
Supervising and Supporting Peer Specialists (Session 1, 2 & 3 of 3)
The Missing Piece: Emotions & Wellness (Introductory Workshop)
Tenant Support Mentorship: Let’s Talk Sustainability (Session 2 of 4)
Transgender and Non-Binary: Gender-Affirming Practices to Amplify Voices and Honor True Individualism (Session 1 – 3)
Starting August 2023:
Breaking Barriers: Creating Inclusive Environments for LGBTQ+ Individuals in Corrections

Challenges and Successes of Veteran Reintegration Into Civilian Society: Disable Veteran Perspective (Session 3 of 4)

Community Based Peer Work (Session 1 & 2 of 3)
Effective Harm Reduction Practices Using Peer Support
Interactive Skill Reboot (Session 1 – 4)
Navigating Challenges For LGBTQIA+ Peers Through Peer Provided Advocacy. A Framework For Change

Power, Privileges, and Differences in the Workplace (Cohort 2) (Session 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 of 8)

Respite & Emergency Respite: Let’s Talk Supporting Youth in the Housing Context (Session 3 of 4)
Shout It From The Rooftops – Telling Your Story For Impact
Stepping Stones: A Peer Perspective Navigating Through Pregnancy and Post-Partum Experiences
Supporting Justice System Involved Peers (Session 1 & 2 of 3)
Vicarious Trauma: What To Do When It Catches Up With You
Starting September 2023:

Challenges and Successes of Veteran Reintegration Into Civilian Society: Female Veteran Perspective (Session 4 of 4)
Community Based Peer Work (Session 2 & 3 of 3)
Home for Good! Navigating the Complexities of Returning Home from Carceral Systems (Panel)
How Consistent Physical Movement Can Promote Housing Stability (Session 4 of 4)
Living Out Loud! Upholding Peer Values in Carceral Systems
Peer Supervision Series: How Person-Centered Supervision Creates a Culture of Community (Part 1 and 2)
Power, Privileges, and Differences in the Workplace (Cohort 2) (Session 6, 7 & 8 of 8)
Strengthening Families Through Parent Peer Support (Session 1 – 3)

Supporting People Experiencing Hearing Voices, Paranoia & Unusual Beliefs Using the Maastricht Interview Tool (Session 1 – 6)
Supporting Justice System Involved Peers (Session 3 of 3)
The Art of Facilitation (Session 1 – 3) **ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY FOR ALL SESSIONS!**
Starting October 2023:
Starting November 2023:
Supporting People Experiencing Hearing Voices, Paranoia & Unusual Beliefs Using the Maastricht Interview Tool (Session 1 – 6) **ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY FOR ALL SESSIONS!**
Starting December 2023:
Starting January 2024:
Supporting People Experiencing Hearing Voices, Paranoia & Unusual Beliefs Using the Maastricht Interview Tool (Session 1 – 6) **ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY FOR ALL SESSIONS!**
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Acienda Y., Peer Specialist Community Engagement Coordinator, at acienday@accesstoind.org