**Learning Objectives:** * Define grooming and manipulation and distinguish between the two. * Understand the grooming process as an ongoing behavior pattern rather than a singular event. * Identify key grooming techniques used on both children and caretakers. * Recognize the effects of grooming on victims, families, and communities. * Develop investigative strategies to uncover grooming behaviors and their impacts. * Present grooming dynamics effectively in court, enhancing jury understanding and victim credibility. * Explore prevention strategies and ways to support families and victims during investigations.

* Community Corrections Officer * Court System Personnel * Emergency Management * Law Enforcement * Prosecutors * Social Workers * Tribes/Tribal Partners * Victim Service Providers