Workshop Series

Three free online, recorded workshops for Los Angeles County parents and caregivers navigating the child welfare (DCFS) reunification process — the steps toward safely bringing their children home.

Originally recorded on August 6, 10, and 13, 2026

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AUGUST 6

Workshop 1

RECORDED WORKSHOP AVAILABLE

Prepare for meetings, better understand professional roles, ask useful questions, document follow-up, and identify when to contact your attorney or another assigned professional.

Finding Clarity in the Process

What the workshop covers

  • Preparing for meetings and conversations

  • Understanding professional roles

  • Asking clear and useful questions

  • Tracking decisions and follow-up

  • Knowing where to direct case-specific questions

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Speakers

Los Angeles Dependency Lawyers, Inc.
Legal Education Team

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Emily Berger (she/her)
Firm Director and Certified Child Law Specialist

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Regina Martinez (she/her)
Peer Advocate

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Morgan Thompson
Staff Attorney

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This workshop provides general legal education and does not include individual legal advice or case consultation.

AUGUST 10

Workshop 2

RECORDED WORKSHOP AVAILABLE

Create a workable system for managing appointments, court dates, paperwork, services, responsibilities, and practical barriers.

Building Structure and Stability

What the workshop covers

  • Organizing dates, contacts, and documents

  • Preparing for appointments and meetings

  • Tracking services and follow-up

  • Managing competing responsibilities

  • Identifying barriers and asking for support

Speaker

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Maura A. Byron, MEd
Executive Director, Family Support Network

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AUGUST 13

Workshop 3

RECORDED WORKSHOP AVAILABLE

Strengthening Child-Focused Communication and Connection

Learn ways to manage stress, respond to your child’s emotional needs, and protect trust and connection during uncertainty.

What the workshop covers

  • Understanding how stress affects communication

  • Responding to children’s difficult emotions

  • Preparing for visits and contact

  • Supporting consistency and trust

  • Staying child-focused during difficult conversations

Speaker

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Ki Yan Ip, MA (she/her)
Creator and Project Lead, Navigating Reunification
Former Therapeutic Family Coach, Building Forever Families Initiative

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What participants should know

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Watch one workshop or all three at your own pace. Recordings and materials are available to registered participants through July 27, 2027.

Watching the recordings

Certificate & documentation

After watching the workshop(s) you choose, complete the post-workshop survey to receive a Certificate of Completion and documentation letter reflecting the workshop(s) you completed.

Language and Follow-Up Materials

English recordings: Available now.


Spanish access: Spanish-accessible recordings and selected translated materials are currently being prepared. Register and select Spanish to receive an email when they are available.

Register Once for Access to All Three Workshops

One registration gives you access to all three recorded workshops and follow-up materials. Watch one or more based on what is useful to you.

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