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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20260109T194049Z
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SUMMARY:OJP | Mass Violence Incident Preparedness & Response: The Victim Service Professional's Role
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nIn this panel discussion victim service professionals will learn from national experts about the valuable role they play in preparing for and responding to a mass violence incident. Attendees will also hear from local victim service professionals who responded to the Annunciation Church School Shooting about their experiences and lessons learned. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-mass-violence-incident-preparedness-response-the-victim-service-professionals-role/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20251009T205835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T205835Z
UID:10001368-1769167800-1769170500@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Applying for OJP Grants: Stuff You Need to Know!
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGrant Management and Financial Compliance staff at the MN Office of Justice Programs (OJP) are continuing to host a series of Info Sessions for current and future grantees. These Info Sessions are designed to be an introduction to a variety of topics that are relevant to current and future grantees. Although these 45-minute sessions will not go in-depth\, they will be an opportunity to learn more and ask questions. \nJoin this webinar on the documents and information you’ll need to apply for an OJP grant. Please note that\, while most of this session is intended for new-to-OJP applicants and new staff at OJP grantee organizations\, some of it does discuss changes to the Organizational Financial Information form in IGX that will be useful to experienced grantees \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-applying-for-ojp-grants-stuff-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20251009T205622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T205657Z
UID:10001367-1763119800-1763122500@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Financial Reconciliations –  A Love Story
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGrant Management and Financial Compliance staff at the MN Office of Justice Programs (OJP) are continuing to host a series of Info Sessions for current and future grantees. These Info Sessions are designed to be an introduction to a variety of topics that are relevant to current and future grantees. Although these 45-minute sessions will not go in-depth\, they will be an opportunity to learn more and ask questions. \nThis session will cover tips and guidance about gathering the correct documentation for a successful Financial Reconciliation (formerly known as Desk Reviews.) \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-the-joys-of-dca-authorization-forms-and-vendor-card-tracking-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20251009T205414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T205414Z
UID:10001366-1761305400-1761308100@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP The Joys of DCA Authorization Forms and Vendor Card Tracking
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nGrant Management and Financial Compliance staff at the MN Office of Justice Programs (OJP) are continuing to host a series of Info Sessions for current and future grantees. These Info Sessions are designed to be an introduction to a variety of topics that are relevant to current and future grantees. Although these 45-minute sessions will not go in-depth\, they will be an opportunity to learn more and ask questions. \nPlease join this webinar to learn about best practices for completing\, recording\, tracking\, and reporting Direct Client Assistance and vendor card usage. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-the-joys-of-dca-authorization-forms-and-vendor-card-tracking/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20250902T165856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T165911Z
UID:10001312-1759708800-1760054399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThe Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy (MNVAA) is a comprehensive\, academically based training designed to improve the quality and consistency of victim services in Minnesota. \nThis annual training enhances the skills of victim assistance providers\, victim advocates\, law enforcement\, criminal justice and others who work with crime victim survivors. The 40-hour curriculum uses a multi-disciplinary approach to build and strengthen trainees’ capacity to serve those impacted by crime. \nApply through OJP\n\n\nApply by Wednesday\, September 10\, 2025
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2025-annual-ojp-conference-on-crime-and-victimization-2/
LOCATION:Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center\, 6155 Earle Brown Dr\, Brooklyn Center\, 55430\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250606
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20250411T193146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T150028Z
UID:10001140-1749081600-1749167999@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:2025 Annual OJP Conference on Crime and Victimization
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThis in-person event will feature workshop options geared towards victim advocates\, Tribal services\, law enforcement officers\, prosecutors\, and professionals in fields involving victim survivors. This multi-disciplinary event promises valuable insights and networking opportunities. \nLearn more through OJP\n\n\n 
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/2025-annual-ojp-conference-on-crime-and-victimization/
LOCATION:Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center\, 6155 Earle Brown Dr\, Brooklyn Center\, 55430\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20240722T165715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T201346Z
UID:10000911-1733788800-1734134399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP | 18th National Indian Nations Conference: Healing and Continuing to Stay Rooted
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nSince 1988\, the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) has sponsored 17 Indian Nations: Justice for Victims of Crime Conferences (Indian Nations Conferences) that have attracted thousands of Tribal\, state\, local\, and federal personnel responsible for meeting the needs of American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) victims of crime. The conference purpose ties in with two Department of Justice Strategic goals\, including the prevention and intervention of crimes against vulnerable populations and the upholding of the rights of\, and improved services to\, America’s crime victims. It also supports DOJ’s goal to provide training and technical assistance to communities\, including Indian Country\, across the country to develop programs\, policies\, and practices aimed at ending domestic violence\, dating violence\, sexual assault\, and stalking. \nThis conference brings together Tribal victims; victim advocates; Tribal leaders; victim service providers; community volunteers; prosecutors; judicial and law enforcement personnel; family violence and sexual assault specialists; medical providers; social services and mental health personnel; probation and corrections; criminal justice and juvenile justice personnel; and federal and state agency representatives to share their successes\, challenges\, lessons learned\, best practices\, and visions for the future of crime victim services for AI/AN survivors and communities. \nRegister at OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-18th-national-indian-nations-conference-healing-and-continuing-to-stay-rooted/
LOCATION:Agua Caliente Band og Cahuilla Indians Reservation\, 5401 Dinah Shore Dr\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Special Events,Spirituality
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20241007T200537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T200537Z
UID:10000952-1730469600-1730475000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP | Restorative Justice\, Neurodiversity\, and Mental Health in the Criminal Legal System
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar focuses on how restorative justice approaches are adapted and implemented to meet participants’ needs related to neurodiversity and mental health. \nBy integrating principles of trauma-informed care and recognizing the diversity of human experiences and abilities\, restorative justice can offer a more holistic and compassionate approach to addressing harm\, promoting accountability\, and supporting the mental health and well-being of individuals within communities. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-restorative-justice-neurodiversity-and-mental-health-in-the-criminal-legal-system/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20241004T194201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T194201Z
UID:10000949-1728558000-1728561600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Recognizing Trauma in Older Adults and Adopting Trauma-Informed Principles: Implications For Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nWhether it occurred recently or decades ago\, trauma can influence the interactions that elder justice professionals\, including law enforcement\, have when working with older victims. In this webinar\, attendees will learn how trauma affects behaviors and emotions and the signs and symptoms of trauma observed in older adults. Attendees will learn how understanding trauma can improve engagement with older victims and create more positive outcomes for law enforcement investigations. A detective with the Cambridge Police Department will discuss how and why the entire department adopted trauma-informed practices. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-recognizing-trauma-in-older-adults-and-adopting-trauma-informed-principles-implications-for-law-enforcement/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Forensic Interview,Investigation,Medical,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Trauma-Informed Practice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20241004T192924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T192924Z
UID:10000948-1728392400-1728396000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP JustGrants Weekly Training Webinar: Entity Management
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis webinar will address the following topics: \n\nGeneral JustGrants navigation\nFirst-time user access\nAdding users and how to confirm that an account was successfully created\nAssigning users’ roles to awards\nReassigning users or adding new users to an entity\nAttendee questions about how to complete actions within JustGrants\n\nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-justgrants-weekly-training-webinar-entity-management/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20241004T192704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T192704Z
UID:10000947-1728302400-1728306000@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP Navigating Domestic Vioelnce Protection Orders & Extreme Risk Protection Orders
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThis presentation will explore some of the critical tools available to protect survivors of domestic violence: domestic violence protection orders (DVPOs) and extreme risk protection orders (ERPOs). \nThe discussion will cover the mechanics of seeking ERPOs\, supported by current trends and data\, as well as key points for effective implementation. Practical considerations will be provided to help survivors navigate the decision-making process regarding whether to pursue a DVPO or an ERPO\, ensuring that they are equipped with all the tools available to make the safest decision for their situation. \nRegister Through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-navigating-domestic-vioelnce-protection-orders-extreme-risk-protection-orders/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20240111T202417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T161725Z
UID:10000639-1716249600-1716422399@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:OJP 36th Annual Conference on Crime and Victimization
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nOJP is dedicated to providing a conference experience for attendees that is inclusive\, safe\, accessible\, and welcoming for all. We invite you to help us create and maintain this space of belonging to make it a positive experience for everyone. \nRegister through OJP
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-36th-annual-conference-on-crime-and-victimization/
LOCATION:Doubletree Hilton Hotel Minneapolis South\, 7800 Normandale Boulevard\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Advocacy Centers,Multidisciplinary teams
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20240222T155850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T155850Z
UID:10000729-1709116200-1709121600@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Office of Justice Programs Financial Assistance for Crime Victims Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin the Office of Justice Programs for a 90-minute virtual training opportunity to talk about financial assistance available to crime victims from the Crime Victims Reimbursement Board. It will outline the eligibility requirements for the program as defined in Minnesota Statutes and Rules\, as well as the appeal rights available to applicants who are dissatisfied with the Board’s actions on their claim. Further\, Danielle Kitto\, the subject matter expert and presenter\, will discuss the benefits available to crime victims\, the rate limits and caps on the benefits\, and the application process\, both with the paper form and now with the online Victim Services Portal. Also discussed will be the Board’s commitment to hold criminal offenders accountable for the cost of crime through improved collection of restitution\, the responsibility of law enforcement to the Board\, and how advocates can assist victims with the application process. \nRegister through Office of Justice Programs\nThere is no cost for this training\, but registration is required to attend. \nFor any questions about this training\, please reach out to Joann Jones at joann.jones@state.mn.us.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/office-of-justice-programs-financial-assistance-for-crime-victims-training/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20230113T173955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T173955Z
UID:10000387-1675861200-1675868400@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Data Basics for Victim Advocates: An Overview of Victim-Related Data Issues
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nVictim advocates encounter “data practices” issues on a routine basis—from protecting the confidences of their clients to instructing victims on how to get a copy of their police report to taking steps to minimize the victim information being displayed in court records. \nThis webinar\, presented by the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs\, will provide an overview of the basic statutory provisions that apply to crime victims and advocates\, and it will answer some of the common questions related to accessing\, withholding\, and protecting crime victim data. In addition\, the presenter will discuss court rules that dictate public access to case record information and the accessibility of victim information through the court’s online access systems. \nRegister via MN Office of Justice Programs\n*Registration is required.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/data-basics-for-victim-advocates-an-overview-of-victim-related-data-issues/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20221104T201732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T201732Z
UID:10000334-1669809600-1669813200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota OJP: The Fundamentals on Victim Impact Statements
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe right to give a victim impact statement is one of Minnesota’s most important statutory crime victim rights. It represents one of the few times that victims have a voice in the criminal prosecution process and can speak to the impact of the crime. The process for submitting a victim impact statement prior to sentencing varies across the state\, and the path that the victim impact statement takes once submitted has implications for the victim. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of victim impact statements and how they get processed and presented\, with an emphasis on the important role of community-based and government-based advocates in educating victims and assisting them with preparing their statements. In addition\, this presentation will touch on the ethical issues for prosecutors’ offices that arise with victim impact statements. \nRegister via Office of Justice Programs
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/minnesota-ojp-the-fundamentals-on-victim-impact-statements/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Court,Investigation,Multidisciplinary teams
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221119
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20221005T215132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T215132Z
UID:10000330-1668585600-1668790800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy 2022
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy (MNVAA) is a ​series of comprehensive\, academically based trainings to build the capacity of victim assistance providers\, victim advocates\, law enforcement\, criminal justice\, and other professionals who work with victims of crime. The MNVAA has three training tracks\, with the first track being offered this fall. Check this page for more details as they develop. \nDetails\n\nFoundational level educational opportunity designed to improve the quality and consistency of victim services in Minnesota\nFor victim service providers\, criminal justice professionals\, law enforcement\, this training uses a multi-disciplinary approach to help restore the victim to whole and regain control of their lives\nComprehensive curriculum with academic credit through St. Cloud State University (available for an additional fee)\nCEU credits for the MN Board of Social Work will be made​ available\n\nDates for the 2022 MNVAA are October 11-14\, 2022 and November 15-18​\, 2022. \nLocation and Registration\nThe location for MNVAA will be the ​DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington – Minneapolis South.​  Located at 7800 Normandale Blvd\, Minneapolis  MN  55439 \nFor more information about the Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy\, contact Joann Jones at 651-201-7318 or Joann.Jones@state.mn.us
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/minnesota-victim-assistance-academy-2022/2022-11-16/
LOCATION:Doubletree Hilton Hotel Minneapolis South\, 7800 Normandale Boulevard\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55439\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221014
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20221005T215132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T215132Z
UID:10000329-1665446400-1665705599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy 2022
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nThe Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy (MNVAA) is a ​series of comprehensive\, academically based trainings to build the capacity of victim assistance providers\, victim advocates\, law enforcement\, criminal justice\, and other professionals who work with victims of crime. The MNVAA has three training tracks\, with the first track being offered this fall. Check this page for more details as they develop. \nDetails\n\nFoundational level educational opportunity designed to improve the quality and consistency of victim services in Minnesota\nFor victim service providers\, criminal justice professionals\, law enforcement\, this training uses a multi-disciplinary approach to help restore the victim to whole and regain control of their lives\nComprehensive curriculum with academic credit through St. Cloud State University (available for an additional fee)\nCEU credits for the MN Board of Social Work will be made​ available\n\nDates for the 2022 MNVAA are October 11-14\, 2022 and November 15-18​\, 2022. \nLocation and Registration\nThe location for MNVAA will be the ​DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington – Minneapolis South.​  Located at 7800 Normandale Blvd\, Minneapolis  MN  55439 \nFor more information about the Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy\, contact Joann Jones at 651-201-7318 or Joann.Jones@state.mn.us
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/minnesota-victim-assistance-academy-2022/2022-10-11/
LOCATION:Doubletree Hilton Hotel Minneapolis South\, 7800 Normandale Boulevard\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55439\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20220826T174253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T174253Z
UID:10000326-1664371800-1664377200@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Topic Crime Victim Rights: The basics and beyond
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview\nJoin the Minnesota Department of Public Safety\, Office of Justice Programs for a virtual workshop on Wednesday\, September 28\, 2022\, on Minnesota’s statutory crime victim rights. Suzanne Elwell from the Crime Victim Justice Unit will outline the primary categories of victim rights\, identify the responsibilities of criminal justice professionals in upholding those rights\, and highlight the role of both community-based and prosecutor-based advocates in ensuring crime victim rights are upheld and the importance of good practices to prevent victim rights violations. \nThere will be time for questions at the end of the webinar\, and it will be recorded. \nRegistration and Cost\nThere is no cost to attend this webinar\, and you can register online via Minnesota OJP \nSpeaker\nSuzanne Elwell\nDirector\, Crime Victim Justice Unit @Department of Public Safety Office of Justice Programs\nSuzanne Elwell is the director of the Crime Victim Justice Unit in the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs\, a victim rights compliance office that investigates complaints of crime victim rights violations and victim mistreatment. She trains on crime victim related issues\, coordinates and participates on statewide multi-disciplinary efforts and teams\, and assists with legislative initiatives related to crime victims. Suzanne has been working in the area of crime victimization for over 25 years\, with experience spanning prosecution\, domestic violence advocacy and legal assistance\, and court monitoring and research. Suzanne has lived in four different states\, doesn’t favor asparagus and has started to learn how to play the tin whistle.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/topic-crime-victim-rights-the-basics-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211009
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20210812T151327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T151711Z
UID:10000288-1633392000-1633737599@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Justice Programs presents The Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy (MNVAA) is a ​series of comprehensive\, academically based trainings to build the capacity of victim assistance providers\, victim advocates\, law enforcement\, criminal justice\, and other professionals who work with victims of crime. The MNVAA has three training tracks\, with the first track being offered this fall. \nApply to attend the Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy. \nOverview\nFoundations in Victim Services\n\nFoundational level educational opportunity designed to improve the quality and consistency of victim services in Minnesota\nFor victim service providers\, criminal justice professionals\, law enforcement\, this training uses a multi-disciplinary approach to help restore the victim to whole and regain control of their lives\nComprehensive curriculum with academic credit through St. Cloud State University (available for an additional fee)\nTentative dates for the 2021 MNVAA are October 5-8\, 2021\, and November 17-19\, 2021.\n\nContinuing Education\nCEU credits for the MN Board of Social Work may be available. \nApply to Attend\nApplications are being accepted now through September 8\, 2021. Find more information and the application here.    ​ \nFor more information about the Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy\, contact Joann Jones at 651-201-7318 or Joann.Jones@state.mn.us
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/minnesota-victim-assistance-academy-2/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210528
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
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SUMMARY:OJP Unconference on Crime and Victimization
DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nThe Department of Public Safety Office of Justice Programs is pleased to announce the upcoming 33rd Annual “Unconference” on Crime and Victimization.  This multi-disciplinary “unconference” is for victim advocates\, law enforcement officers\, prosecutors\, and other criminal justice professionals; researchers; medical responders; educators; and anyone whose work puts them in contact with victims. Topics will span the wide range of crime victimization and issues related to responding to crime victims in unusual and uncertain times. \nSession Information\nWe’re calling this an “Unconference” because we want you to feel free to choose as many (or as few) sessions as your interest and schedule allow without any pressure to “show up” every day of the six-day training event. You can choose and register for the sessions you wish to attend found in our 2021 Unconference e-Booklet.​ Simply click on the heading of the presentation in the e-Booklet\, or​ utilize the registration links above or below. \nOur conference will be 100% virtual.  We are committed to providing an inclusive\, accessible space for crime victim professionals to share information and encouragement while navigating these changing times.  Sessions are free for everyone to attend. \nAttend the OJP Unconference Networking Hour on May 25!\n \nCo-hosted by: the Minnesota Children’s Alliance\, Minnesota Alliance on Crime\, MNCASA\, Standpoint and Violence Free Minnesota. Register online.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/ojp-unconference-on-crime-and-victimization/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Multidisciplinary teams,Online Webinar,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201020T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T145757
CREATED:20200911T195438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200911T195616Z
UID:10000243-1603184400-1603207800@minnesotachildrensalliance.org
SUMMARY:Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Justice Programs is currently accepting applications for the 2020 Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy. The academy will be 100% virtual. Learn more about the program. \nProgram Overview\nThe Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy (MNVAA) is a foundational-level educational opportunity for victim service providers and criminal justice professionals offered by the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs (OJP). MNVAA is an intensive course of study designed to improve the quality and consistency of victim services in Minnesota. It uses a multi-disciplinary educational approach to convey the knowledge\, skills\, and attitudes practitioners will need as they seek to restore victims and help them regain control of their lives. The comprehensive curriculum has been created specifically for Minnesota by a multidisciplinary committee assembled by the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs (OJP) and its partners. \nAcademy information and selection criteria are described in the application\, along with directions on how to apply. Applicants who are accepted will be notified via email. Academy students who attend and successfully complete the 40-hour training will receive a certificate of completion. Academic credit is available for an additional fee\, and CEUs/POST credits may be available. \nThe application process is competitive due to limited space. There are no “guaranteed” applications selected for the academy. \n2020 Training Dates\nThe 2020 Academy will kick off with a welcome reception/registration on Tuesday\, October 19\, 2020.\nPlease find the tentative dates and times below: \nVirtual Evening Welcome Reception\nOctober 19\, 2020 6:30-8:00 p.m. \nTraining days\nTuesdays and Thursdays\, two sessions per day- one in the morning and one in the afternoon. \nTarget times are 9-11 a.m. and 1:30-3:30 p.m.\, but some sessions may require an earlier or later start. \n\nWeek 1: October 20 and 22\nWeek 2: October 27 and 29\nWeek 3: November 4 and 5\nWeek 4: November 10 and 12\nWeek 5: November 17 and 19\n\nGraduation Ceremony\nNovember 20\, 11 a.m. (tentative) \nApplications\nApplications for the 2020 Academy will be accepted until October 1\, 2020. The fee is $100. Students must attend all sessions to graduate. More information can be found on the OJP website under Training & Communication. Please complete the application form and submit it electronically to Joann Jones joann.jones@state.mn.us.
URL:https://minnesotachildrensalliance.org/training/minnesota-victim-assistance-academy/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Children's Advocacy Centers,Online Webinar
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