Extended Family for Kids Leader Training is hosted by the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office Bessemer Division. This training is ideal for professionals and volunteers working with youth, including school counselors and administrators, law enforcement and SROs, juvenile probation officers, DHR staff, Children’s Advocacy Center personnel, and mentoring and community resource organizations.
Training Details:
- Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025
- Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (breakfast and lunch provided)
- Location: Lawson State Community College, 1100 9th Avenue SW, Bessemer, AL 35022
- Cost: $50 per person
- Registration Deadline: August 18, 2025
- Register at: www.extendedfamilyhelp.org
Extended Family for Kids (EFK) is an evidence-based, 9-lesson curriculum designed for K-12 students affected by incarceration or other family disruptions. The program builds self-esteem, reduces feelings of shame and isolation, manages stress, improves communication, and addresses anger in constructive ways.
EFK Leader Training participants will experience each of the nine lessons and leave fully equipped to launch their own EFK Program Group. Each attendee receives an EFK Curriculum Guide (a $200 value) packed with detailed instructions, lesson materials, handouts, and more. This Training project was supported by Subgrant #2024-JF-C1-379 awarded by the
Law Enforcement/Traffic Safety Division of ADECA and the U.S. Department of Justice.
For more information, contact Laure Clemons, Executive Director, 256-927-7997, laure@extendedfamilyhelp.org. Space is limited. Help break the cycle and empower children by becoming an EFK Program Leader.