L.I.S.T. (Learning Inventory of Skills Training)
EQUITY STATEMENT: As a racial justice agency that recognizes the importance of the Black Lives Matter principles, DCF is committed to partnering with our Life Skills Educators/Agencies to ensure that all youth are provided with the hard and soft skills necessary to support maximizing their individual outcomes. To this end, we recognize that there are unique soft skills that are critical for all youth. We also recognize that there is a need to ensure that the youth of color, and in particular Black youth, that we serve are provided with the soft skills which are critical to ensure their personal safety, well-being, and emotional development.As of April 2021, please use the new & Improved L.I.S.T. Assessment
Mandatory Training for Providers:
Providers may choose from one of two options.
For Providers - online, multiple dates available - register here!
For Experienced LIST Providers - 2-day "Train the Trainer" Module, November 9 & 10 - register here!
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Community-Based Life Skills (Advanced Behavioral Health):
- LIST Assessment (4-15-21)
- LIST Summary Cover Sheet - Data Reporting Master Form
- LIST Trainings (select the one for individuals receiving services from DCF and its providers, Assessment Tools Curricula, Outcome Measures & Other Resources)
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Black Lives Matter Resources for LIST Coaches
- Connecticut Clearing House: Mental Health and Wellness Resources for the Black Community
- How Do I work with Young People on the Issue of Racism
- PBS Talk - Race in America
- PBS - The Black Church, This is Our Story, This is Our Song
- Tackling Anti-Racism with Youth
- The Racial Healing Handbook (purchase required)
- Resources - Tackling Stereotypes Against Native Americans
- Society for Adolescent Mental Health Anti-Racism Toolkit
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Black Lives Matter Resource Videos
Black Parents Explain How to Deal with the Police
Seeing Color – Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man – Chip and Joanna Gains and Kids
Stand Up
"The Talk"
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Keys to Your Financial Future is a series of presentations about financial management that will give young people an understanding of important topics like credit, income, and budgeting. These slides were developed by Karissa Markel from Our Piece of the Pie, Inc. (OPP). We are grateful to OPP and Karissa for their partnership in these resources.
- Key 2: Understanding Credit
- Key 3: Getting Credit and Loans
- Key 4: Understanding Your Income
- Key 5: Paying Bills and Budgeting
- Key 7: Banking
The Annie E. Casey Foundation also provides participant guides and resources on Keys to Your Financial Future here on their website.