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Using Experts for Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Violence Cases: IAFN
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Using Experts for Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Violence Cases: IAFN

Cinnamon Bankey2021-12-08T16:32:05+00:00

Sexual violence cases often present evidentiary questions and issues that are not in easily understood without the assistance of someone with specialized knowledge, training, and/or experience. This can involve challenges to understanding the presence or absence of medical evidence, the impact of toxicology on the human body, as well as the effects of trauma and the range of individual responses to sexual violence. Experienced professionals can provide judges and juries with the necessary context to ensure that they are making informed decisions based on the evidence and prevent misconceptions from negatively impacting the outcome of a case. The presenter will summarize the law related to the introduction of expert testimony and highlight the importance of deciding if and when to introduce expert testimony in a case.

Using Experts for Investigation and Prosecution of Sexual Violence Cases: IAFNCinnamon Bankey2021-12-08T16:32:05+00:00

Engaging With Children Who Have Been Sexually Abused in the AN/AI Population: IAFN

Cinnamon Bankey2021-12-07T15:18:24+00:00

This webinar features an overview of facts and statistics regarding children/youth who may have experienced sexual abuse: how the impact of the trauma can follow them through life, while discussing the efforts to help heal, lessening the impacts of the trauma; as well as strengthening their natural resiliency to help the child/youth move from victimization to survivor with a focus on Alaska Native/American Indian children/youth population.

Engaging With Children Who Have Been Sexually Abused in the AN/AI Population: IAFNCinnamon Bankey2021-12-07T15:18:24+00:00

Sex Trafficking in Indian Country and Alaska Webinar, Part 2: IAFN

Cinnamon Bankey2021-12-07T15:18:24+00:00

This webinar will include an overview of the role health professionals play in responding to trafficking victims. We will examine the need for Forensic Examiners to create a critical and coordinated response to sex trafficked victims in Indian Country. Identifying victim safety and their needs are vital decisions when coordinating efforts and removing barriers. Understanding importance of cross training in Indian Country by using a coordinated effort will improve a safe transition for the victim and successful prosecution.

Sex Trafficking in Indian Country and Alaska Webinar, Part 2: IAFNCinnamon Bankey2021-12-07T15:18:24+00:00

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