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November 17-19, 2025 | Appleton, WI
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November 17-19, 2025 | Appleton, WI
Explore evolving trends in human trafficking and practical strategies for prevention, intervention, and prosecution. Participants will examine risk factors, investigative approaches, victim support strategies, the role of technology in investigations, and community-based solutions. Special focus is given to strengthening investigation and prosecution efforts. Through case studies and collaboration exercises, attendees will develop actionable plans to enhance responses in their own communities.
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Registration Deadline: October 13, 2025 This is an in person **PILOT** course and is being offered at a special introductory rate of $120 per person. Pre-registration is required. You will receive additional details in your confirmation email and in communications leading up to training. **Training Schedule:** November 17: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm November 18: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm November 19: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: * Define key concepts in human trafficking, including sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and sexual exploitation of children * Identify investigative and prosecution techniques used in human trafficking cases, including victim-centered and comprehensive investigative approaches for gathering evidence and completing human trafficking operations * Explain the structure and purpose of Human Trafficking Multi-Disciplinary Teams (MDTs), including the identification of key members, mission statements, and shared values for effective collaboration. What works- what doesn’t * Explore person-centered, trauma-informed (PCTI) approaches for building rapport, conducting interviews, and providing ongoing support services to trafficking victims * Review protocols for MDT coordination through case studies and role-playing exercises that simulate multi-disciplinary responses to trafficking cases * Consider strategies for community engagement that encourage buy-in, foster support, and ensure active participation in anti-trafficking efforts * Identify signs of secondary traumatic stress and compassion fatigue among MDT members and create a practical plan for promoting resiliency and wellness both individually and as a team
* Probation and Parole * Child Advocacy * First Responders * Community Member * Court System Personnel * Law Enforcement * Prosecutors * Social Workers * Tribes/Tribal Partners * Victim Service Providers
Fox Valley Technical College | WI: D.J. Bordini Center Room BC112A/B 5 N. Systems Drive Appleton, WI 54914
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson 355 Fox River Drive Appleton, WI 54913 Hampton Inn Appleton 350 N Fox River Drive Appleton, WI 54913 Hilton Appleton Paper Valley 333 W College Ave Appleton, WI 54911 Home2 Suites by Hilton 5155 W Grande Market Drive Appleton, WI 54913
The registration fee includes 24 hours of training, program materials, and instructional costs. Participants are responsible for costs and arrangements related to meals, travel, and lodging.
David Weiss leads a specialized team dedicated to investigating and prosecuting all forms of human trafficking, including sex trafficking of adults and children, as well as labor trafficking. He also serves as the law enforcement lead and co-chair of the U.S. Department of Justice-funded Brooklyn Human Trafficking Task Force, a multi-disciplinary collaboration addressing trafficking across New York City19. Since beginning his career in 2006, David has handled a wide spectrum of violent crime cases and, since 2014, has focused exclusively on human trafficking. He has prosecuted numerous traffickers for exploiting both children and adults and has led multi-agency operations resulting in the closure of hotels used for trafficking and the arrest of their owners. In 2017, he was cross-designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, bringing federal sex trafficking charges in a high-profile case involving underage victims. David is recognized nationally and internationally for his expertise in evidence-based, victim-centered prosecutions, regularly presenting to law enforcement, prosecutors, and service providers on best practices, including prosecuting cases without victim testimony. He has testified before the New York State Assembly as a subject matter expert on legislative reforms for trafficking survivors. His work has earned him multiple honors, including the 2024 Homeland Security Investigations New York Field Office Prosecutor of the Year Award and the 2025 Freedom Award from LifeWay Network for his leadership and impact in the fight against human trafficking.
David Weiss leads a specialized team dedicated to investigating and prosecuting all forms of human trafficking, including sex trafficking of adults and children, as well as labor trafficking. He also serves as the law enforcement lead and co-chair of the U.S. Department of Justice-funded Brooklyn Human Trafficking Task Force, a multi-disciplinary collaboration addressing trafficking across New York City19. Since beginning his career in 2006, David has handled a wide spectrum of violent crime cases and, since 2014, has focused exclusively on human trafficking. He has prosecuted numerous traffickers for exploiting both children and adults and has led multi-agency operations resulting in the closure of hotels used for trafficking and the arrest of their owners. In 2017, he was cross-designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York, bringing federal sex trafficking charges in a high-profile case involving underage victims. David is recognized nationally and internationally for his expertise in evidence-based, victim-centered prosecutions, regularly presenting to law enforcement, prosecutors, and service providers on best practices, including prosecuting cases without victim testimony. He has testified before the New York State Assembly as a subject matter expert on legislative reforms for trafficking survivors. His work has earned him multiple honors, including the 2024 Homeland Security Investigations New York Field Office Prosecutor of the Year Award and the 2025 Freedom Award from LifeWay Network for his leadership and impact in the fight against human trafficking.
Melissa was the first Human Trafficking Navigator hired for Eastern North Dakota, contracted with the North Dakota Human Trafficking Task Force and was employed with the Bureau of Criminal Investigations as their first Victim/Witness Specialist. She assisted in creating an integrated victim services and law enforcement program in ND. She owns a consulting business (MelKai Consulting, LLC) where she focuses on vicarious trauma/wellness and human trafficking efforts around the country as a trainer and consultant. Melissa graduated with a bachelor’s degree in social work from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She has been a member of the North Dakota Human Trafficking Task Force since its inception in 2016, and is the chair for the Lived Experience Subcommittee and vice chair of the Labor Trafficking Subcommittee. Melissa has trained over 13,000 professionals and students on the topics of trafficking, person-centered and trauma-informed interviews and approaches, creating and maintaini
Melissa was the first Human Trafficking Navigator hired for Eastern North Dakota, contracted with the North Dakota Human Trafficking Task Force and was employed with the Bureau of Criminal Investigations as their first Victim/Witness Specialist. She assisted in creating an integrated victim services and law enforcement program in ND. She owns a consulting business (MelKai Consulting, LLC) where she focuses on vicarious trauma/wellness and human trafficking efforts around the country as a trainer and consultant. Melissa graduated with a bachelor’s degree in social work from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She has been a member of the North Dakota Human Trafficking Task Force since its inception in 2016, and is the chair for the Lived Experience Subcommittee and vice chair of the Labor Trafficking Subcommittee. Melissa has trained over 13,000 professionals and students on the topics of trafficking, person-centered and trauma-informed interviews and approaches, creating and maintaini
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