CFLE Conversations
All active Certified Family Life Educators (CFLEs) are invited to attend a series of one-hour online networking sessions that will provide an opportunity for CFLEs who work in specific areas (healthcare, military, Extension, early childhood, hospice, schools, adoption/foster care, aging services, parenting education, and more), to connect with each other. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss challenges and successes and to share ideas, tips, and advice.
“I always leave these groups feeling excited and energized!”
- Stacey Taylor, CFLE-P“It has been great to connect with others in the CFLE field and those specifically working with domestic violence survivors, marginalized populations, and those doing home visits. My formal education was excellent and still, there are some things we can only learn in the field. What a wonderful resource we have with our CFLE Conversations.”
- Kimberly Leach, CFLE-P
See below to reserve a seat at an upcoming date.
Navigating the Ethics of AI in Family Education
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. CT
New Professionals in Family Life Education
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT
These networking events are free to all current CFLEs. Each session is led by a facilitator and the format is open discussion. To encourage open dialogue, the meetings are not recorded.
If you are interested in meeting with other CFLEs working in your area, and/or would like to be a session facilitator, contact Jessica Oswald at [email protected].
Navigating the Ethics of AI in Family Education
Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. CT
Facilitator: Lisa Krause, M.A., CFLE, CFLC
As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to advance, it brings opportunities and challenges to the practice of Family Life Education.
Lisa Krause, M.A., is a Certified Family Life Educator, Certified Family Life Coach, and a Contract Faculty at Concordia University where she coordinates the Parent and Family Coaching Program. Through technology and other innovative formats, Ms. Krause enjoys finding creative ways to bring Family Life Education to today's busy parents. Her passions include working in trauma-responsive care, resilience, and overindulgence. In addition to teaching, Ms. Krause runs a parent coaching business where she has done contract work with Children's Hospital Diabetes Clinic in St. Paul and works with court-ordered parent-to-parent education. Ms. Krause has worked to integrate AI into her practices as both a professor and practitioner and looks forward to engaging in this progressive conversation with other CFLEs. Join Ms. Krause and other CFLEs to thoughtfully discuss the ethical implications of incorporating AI into working with families. Feel free to bring your questions and concerns.
New Professionals in Family Life Education
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. CT
Facilitator: Ashley Barksdale, LCSW, CFLE, CADC-II, PMH-C
Are you a new CFLE? Join this conversation to connect with and learn from other CFLEs currently working or aspiring to work in Family Life Education.
Ashley Barksdale is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE), a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC-II), a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C), and a doctoral candidate in Marriage and Family Therapy at Liberty University. She obtained a master’s degree in Social Work from Baylor University and a bachelor’s degree in Family Science with a minor in Psychology from Mississippi University for Women. She owns a private practice where she works as a therapist, social worker, educator, and advocate for the individuals and families in her community. Ms. Barksdale holds several certifications, including Certified Trauma Professional and Certified Grief Professional. In addition, she is the New Professional representative on the Certified Family Life Educator Advisory Board. Ms. Barksdale's interests include academia, clinical social work, and research. She is passionate about bridging the gap between research and practice for professionals and families. All new professionals looking for an opportunity to meet and network with other Certified Family Life Educators are encouraged to attend. Ashley can help answer questions you might have and provide insight on navigating the expansive professional practice of Family Life Education.
More dates and topics to be announced.
The CFLE credential, provided by NCFR is recognized in the U.S. and Canada as a professional standard for Family Life Education professions. Learn about the benefits of certification.
Past Conversation Topics
Addressing Burnout: Personal, Professional, and Societal: September 25, 2024
Navigating the Unspoken: CFLEs Tackling Difficult Topics in Education: July 31, 2024
Family Life Education Within the Church: May 22, 2024
New Professionals in Family Life Education: May 8, 2024
Coaching and Consultation as a Part of Family Life Education: April 24, 2024
CFLEs Working in Social Work: March 27, 2024
Family Life Educator Insurance: February 21, 2024
Family Engagement in School Districts: January 30, 2024
CFLEs Working in Child Life: September 13, 2023
CFLEs Working in the Area of Disability: July 25, 2023
CFLEs Working in Sexuality Education: April 25, 2023
CFLEs Working in Mental Health: March 28, 2023
CFLEs Working in Academia – Focus on Internships: Sept. 22, 2022
Foster Care and Adoption: July 20, 2022
Home Visiting: May 18, 2022
Entrepreneurs/Self-Employed CFLEs: April 20, 2022
Homelessness: February 23, 2022
FLE Coaching: March 23, 2022
Marriage and Relationship Education: January 26, 2022
CFLEs Working in Substance Abuse Prevention: Oct. 27, 2021
Community Partnerships: Sept. 29, 2021
CFLEs Working in the Area of Domestic Violence: July 28, 2021
CFLEs Working in Parenting Education: May 19, 2021
CFLEs Working with Families Dealing with Mental Illness/Mental Health: April 28, 2021
CFLEs Working with Military Families: March 31, 2021