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

2021-12-08T16:32:05+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: IAFN2021-12-08T16:32:05+00:00

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

2021-12-07T15:18:24+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: IAFN2021-12-07T15:18:24+00:00

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

2021-12-07T15:18:24+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: IAFN2021-12-07T15:18:24+00:00

Investigating Stalking in Sexual Assault Crimes Webinar: National Tribal Trial College, SWCLAP

2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Investigating and prosecuting stalking in sexual assault crimes in Indian Country brings about multi-dimensional challenges. This webinar is designed to understand the prevalence of stalking in Indian Country, jurisdictional and societal concerns, and how law enforcement officers, attorneys, first responders, and lay advocates respond to the crime of stalking.

Investigating Stalking in Sexual Assault Crimes Webinar: National Tribal Trial College, SWCLAP2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Webinar: Coordinating Enforcement of Civil and Criminal Protection Orders Across Tribal, State and Federal Jurisdictions, SWCLAP

2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

American Indian/Alaska Native victims of intimate partner violence often travel across state and tribal land lines seeking safety and services. No matter where a victim may travel (for work, school, healthcare or housing), you can help to ensure maximum enforcement of civil and criminal protection orders issued by state or tribal courts.

Webinar: Coordinating Enforcement of Civil and Criminal Protection Orders Across Tribal, State and Federal Jurisdictions, SWCLAP2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00
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