The Association of Child Life Professionals, Inc.

LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group: 11/20 at 1 PM EST The LGTBQIA+ Affinity Group is for ACLP members who are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community. This group is an informal gathering for individuals to create connections and share their identities in a safe environment. This is not a training or townhall, and it will not be recorded. IMPORTANT: These groups are closed to allies. Allies of these communities are asked to respect the need for closed events. Register now: https://ow.ly/WFFF50Qx0eJ

Join us next Wednesday, November 13 for a takeover with Abdulrahman's Oasis! Abdulrahman's Oasis was founded two years ago and is a non-profit foundation specializing in Child Life Programs in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. You may recognize the name and logo- they also sponsored this year's Child Life Conference! We will be following their 9 Saudi child life students training to provide psychosocial care. Be sure to tune in to our stories next Wednesday or check out our highlights on our page if you miss it! #childlife #childlifespecialist #childlifeKSA

In recent years, Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) has gained a lot of popularity, thanks to the hit Netflix series Stranger Things. However, D&D has been around for almost 50 years, providing its players with the opportunity to explore worlds full of magic, monsters, and adventure. This presentation, led by Bridgette Danielson, MA, CCLS & Lindsay Bedlion, CTRS, aims to provide an overview and history of D&D, highlight the therapeutic benefits of the game, and explore how it can be utilized within the fields of child life and recreation therapy. No prior experience with D&D necessary! 📅 Nov. 20 at 1 PM EST ✔️ 1.5 PDUs, Intervention Register here: https://ow.ly/FkUL50TQZFM

Members of Color Affinity Group Meet-Up: 11/19 at 1 PM EST The Members of Color Affinity Group is for members of ACLP who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC). This meetup is an informal gathering, allowing people to share their identities in a safe and friendly environment while creating connections. Meet-ups are not trainings, town halls, or facilitated conversations. There will not be agendas, recordings, or notes/summaries. IMPORTANT: These groups are closed to allies. Allies of these communities are asked to respect the need for closed events. Register now: https://ow.ly/kHIS50Qx0bY

Congratulations to all aspiring professionals taking the certification exam this month! The Child Life Certification Commission commends you on taking the next step in your child life journey, and we're grateful and excited to have you in the field. Everyone stay tuned for our end of year announcement about how many NEW CCLSs joined us this year! #childlife #childlifestudent #childlifespecialist

Welcome, November! Here's what's happening at ACLP this month: 🍹WEBINAR: The Perfect Blend: Therapeutic Interventions with a Frozen Twist- Nov. 11 https://ow.ly/IRMP50TWGQ1 🍂Community-Based Affinity Group- Nov. 12 https://ow.ly/eCSa50TWGQ3 👩💻Webinar: Trauma: Beyond the Basics- Nov. 15 https://ow.ly/JTtQ50TWGQ4 🍂Members of Color Affinity Group- Nov. 19 https://ow.ly/eCSa50TWGQ3 🍂LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group- Nov. 20 https://ow.ly/eCSa50TWGQ3 🎲Webinar: Roll Initiative: How Dungeons and Dragons Can Be Utilized in Child Life Practice- Nov. 20 https://ow.ly/qWXf50TWGQ9 🖤Black Friday Fire Sale- Nov. 25-Dec. 2 More info to come! #childlife #childlifespecialist

November is Children’s Grief Awareness Month, a time to recognize the unique challenges that young ones face when coping with loss. Child life specialists play a vital role in supporting grieving children by providing a safe space to express their feelings and fears and providing developmentally appropriate information about the death or loss they experience. By fostering open communication and creating comforting environments, child life specialists empower children to navigate their feelings and honor their loved ones. They also provide resources for families, guiding them in supporting their child through this challenging time. Thank you, child life professionals, for supporting grieving children all year long💙 #ChildrensGriefAwarenessMonth #ChildLifeSpecialists #GriefSupport

Trauma: Beyond the Basics 📅 Nov. 15 at 1 PM EST, Zoom ☑️ 1.5 PDUs, Professional Responsibility, Assessment, Intervention Abbey Schaefer, MS, CTRS, CCLS & Cortnee Miller, MS, CCLS from Children's Hospital Colorado will present this webinar that covers what trauma looks like, how it manifests, and how child life professionals can practice trauma informed care. Participants will learn how to identify typical and atypical trauma responses, methods of assessment, and interventions. All webinars at ACLP are recorded and available on demand for anyone who can not attend live! Register today: https://ow.ly/aNtI50TM9lN

“Our mentor-mentee relationship led to fascinating conversations, critical inquiries, and a shared commitment to child life advocacy and education” Senta Greene, MA, CCLS Danielle Coleman, MS, CCLS From “THE POWER OF WHY: An Exploration of Mentorship” ACLP BULLETIN SUMMER 2024 | VOL. 42 NO. 3 This article delves into the transformative power of guidance and support in personal and professional growth. Whether you're a mentor or seeking one, this is a must-read! Check it out now: https://ow.ly/B3fg50TLbz0

HAPPENING NOW: Pop-Up Takeover with Abigail Luther, MS, CCLS at Arkansas Children’s! Head over to our Instagram stories to see a day in the life of Abigail, a child life specialist on the Infant and Toddler Unit at Arkansas Children's and a peek at their Halloween activities! Abigail has been a CCLS for five years and loves building trust and creating safe spaces for patients and families. Learn more about how she accomplishes this in her takeover. Did you miss the takeover on the day of? Hop over to the highlights on our IG page! #childlife #childlifespecialist