The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has announced the Second Annual Pediatric Capacity Building Institute (PCBI).  PCBI is a unique, interactive, educational experience which will occur over a nine-month period (March 2025 – November 2025).  DHS strives to bring exceptional speakers who engage participants in a wide range of topics designed to better support children and families with complex needs across the Commonwealth.  Some of the topics include infant mental health, leading through change, multisystemic planning, impact of trauma on children and families, vicarious trauma among professionals, expressive therapies and much more.  PCBI also strives to incorporate the voices and experience of the children and families using these supports and services at every juncture.  PCBI is open to professionals across systems with an interest in learning more about supporting children with complex needs and system change. 

A formal invitation with additional details and an interest survey will be distributed on 9/11/2024.  Additionally, an informational webinar will be held on 9/12/2024. Each person must complete the PCBI Year 2 Interest Survey by 10/9/2024 to express interest and confirm their ability to attend all sessions.  There are a limited number of spaces available for participants.  Persons submitting an interest survey will be notified through email by November 1, 2024, as to their admission status. 

Interested parties can register for the Pediatric Capacity Building Institute Informational Webinar on September 12, 2024 at 10:00 AM EDT at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8184293308064621407.