Join us for an intensive training focused on understanding and building relationships between the forensic pathologist, homicide investigator, and prosecutor in successfully investigating and prosecuting child homicide cases. Learn autopsy protocols, forensic essentials, and the criticality of determining the cause and manner of death. Understand the unique aspects of investigating a child homicide including interviewing and interrogation, suspect pool development and the role and importance of the prosecutor in gaining appropriate convictions.

Explore the challenges involved with no-body homicide investigations. Most start as missing persons cases; the suspect’s head start coupled with the absence of the victim’s body leaves gaping holes in the investigation. Join us to hear from experienced instructors as they provide the framework and tools to build a prosecutable circumstantial case—regardless of the age of the case—from proving the victim is dead using established practices such as victimology, interviews, documents/records/digital footprint, to search strategies and best practices in documentation. This training will also provide established prosecution strategies that maximize the likelihood of success. During instruction, there will be an opportunity to share your case as a class participation case study exercise.

Learn current cell phone related strategies and techniques for any type of investigation. Explore and apply current practices for working with different cellular network providers, completing technology-focused search warrants, analyzing cellular provider call data, associating reported data to the investigation and effective case reporting strategies.

This course provides telecommunicators with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively respond to reports of missing or abducted children while addressing the unique considerations present in Indian Country. Participants will explore the scope, scale and nature of the problem, best practice policy and protocol for telecommunications response, including jurisdictional complexities and multidisciplinary coordination among tribal, local, state and federal partners.

Improve investigative techniques and prosecutorial efforts needed to successfully decipher unresolved and cold cases. Explore essential investigative, forensic and prosecution methodologies through the dissection of actual cases, best practice examples, interactive discussions, and contemporary resources. Learn proven strategies to avoid complications that are detrimental to the prosecution of cold cases. Discuss practices relevant to the establishment and maintenance of an efficient cold case unit.

Explore strategies for conducting comprehensive sexual assault investigations. Learn how to support victims, gather and maintain evidence, manage crime scenes, conduct effective interviews and interrogations, utilize investigative resources (SANE nurses and support services), and prepare cases for prosecution.

Conflict is a natural part of every relationship, yet many responses to conflict are shaped by trauma and learned behaviors that can cause harm. This workshop focuses on rebuilding the skills needed to navigate difficult conversations with respect, clarity, and emotional safety. This webinar is part of the Supporting and Working with Men as Allies and Advocates to End Violence and Sexual Assault Against Women and Girls in Tribal Communities series.

This training provides participants with essential guidance on identifying critical iPhone® data before a forensic examination. Participants will explore key usage data, search functions, Stolen Device Protection, Screen Time, synced passwords, and learn how Apple Watch® evidence can play a pivotal role in investigations.

This training prepares participants to identify critical data on Android® devices before a forensic examination. Participants will learn what to collect beyond photos, text messages, and apps, including usage data and system artifacts. The course also explores how Google® accounts and cloud-stored information integrate with Android devices to support investigative efforts.

Advocates carry powerful roles within their communities—offering support, safety, and hope to those impacted by violence. At the same time, this work can awaken personal trauma, chronic stress, and emotional fatigue that affect wellbeing and professional boundaries. This workshop creates space to explore how personal history intersects with advocacy work and why healing is essential for sustainability. This webinar is part of the Supporting and Working with Men as Allies and Advocates to End Violence and Sexual Assault Against Women and Girls in Tribal Communities series.