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.
Across generations, Tribal communities have upheld a balance between men and women—each holding respected roles, responsibilities, and strengths that contribute to collective harmony and wellbeing. This workshop explores traditional teachings that honor that balance and examines how restoring it is vital to preventing violence against women and girls and strengthens families. 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.
Test your community’s response in conducting an initial investigation, search and canvass activities for a missing or abducted child scenario occurring on tribal lands. Employ strategies and responses in mitigating and resolving the emergency. Participate in a multi-disciplinary, multi-jurisdictional tabletop exercise to build cohesiveness with tribal, state, local and federal partners when responding to an emergency.
Learn the best approach with children who are alleged victims of child abuse in the initial phases of a case, after a concern has been identified. Develop the basic skills and techniques necessary to engage a child in such a way as to minimize suggestibility but still provide support, beyond what is taught in a First Responder Training. Review best practices in identification of a concern and learn to engage these children in a way that maximizes positive case outcomes and minimizes potential behaviors that can hurt cases.
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.
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.
Explore investigative strategies that address the relationship between child sexual abuse and child sexual abuse materials (child pornography) to supplement an investigation and corroborate victim statements. Gather new tools and resources for the most comprehensive case outcomes.
