International Family Violence and Child Victimization Research Conference: July 13–15, 2014
Sponsored by the Family Research Laboratory and the Crimes against Children Research Center at the University of New Hampshire, this conference to be held in Portsmouth, NH, will bring together researchers and scientist–practitioners from a broad array of disciplines for the purpose of sharing, integrating, and critiquing accumulated knowledge on family violence. Registration information is available online.77th Annual NCJFCJ Conference: July 13–16, 2014
This conference, to be held in Chicago, IL, will feature a wide range of juvenile and family law topics, including child abuse and neglect, trauma, custody and visitation, judicial leadership, juvenile justice, sex trafficking of minors, family violence, drug courts, psychotropic medications, children’s testimony in court, detention alternatives, substance abuse, and the adolescent brain. Registration information is available online.
Forensic Interview Training Clinic: July 14–18, 2014
This 40-hour training, offered through the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, teaches a structured narrative interview approach that emphasizes best practices based on research. The training will provide practice in interviewing skills in a supportive environment with feedback from experienced and knowledgeable professionals; guidance on explaining and defending interview techniques in court; and information on state-of-the-art forensic interview theory, research, and techniques. The event will take place in Burien, WA. Registration information is available online.
The Power of Youth Development and Recovery Supports (Webinar): July 24, 2014
This Webinar, part of the Girls Matter! Webinar series, will explore the principles of youth development, how to incorporate youth development into substance abuse and mental health services, and what girls say they need for ongoing recovery. Topics include ongoing support, including education and employment, supportive connections, and reduced stigma/discrimination. After completing this Webinar, which is sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, participants will have a clear understanding of elements of a recovery-oriented system of care for adolescent girls. Registration information is available online.9th Annual National School Safety Conference: July 28–August 1, 2014
To be held in Orlando, FL, this conference will offer 45 sessions led by recognized authorities in the fields of school safety, bullying, crisis management, mental health, and more. Individuals who work in school administration, school counseling, school-based policing, and college campus security should plan to attend this event. The conference is sponsored by the School Safety Advocacy Council. Registration information is available online.
Forensic Interviewing of Children Training: July 28–August 1, 2014
Sponsored by the National Children's Advocacy Center (NCAC), this comprehensive training event teaches NCAC’s Child Forensic Interview Structure, which is designed to gather the greatest amount of reliable information in a child-sensitive, developmentally appropriate, and legally defensible manner. Training methods include lecture and audience discussion, child interview practicum, review of recorded forensic interviews, experiential skill-building exercises, and participation in mock court. Training will take place at NCAC in Huntsville, AL. Future training opportunities will be held September 29–October 3 and December 8–12, 2014. Registration information is available online.Coalition for Juvenile Justice 2014 Youth Summit: August 7–8, 2014
OJJDP and the Coalition for Juvenile Justice will be cohosting this summit in Washington, DC. The summit seeks to cultivate and empower a new generation of juvenile justice advocates. Participants will engage in skill-building, networking, and leadership development; learn the basics of juvenile justice; and delve into trending topics in juvenile justice reform. The event will also feature activities to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the passage of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act. OJJDP Administrator Robert L. Listenbee will be a keynote speaker. Registration closes July 8. Registration information is available online.
17th International Gang Specialist Training Conference: August 11–13, 2014
Sponsored by the National Gang Crime Research Center, this event provides more than 100 courses in many areas of expertise designed to "train the trainer" in law enforcement, corrections, prosecution, K–12 schools, prevention, and intervention. The event, to be held in Chicago, IL, is intended for anyone affected directly or indirectly by the gang problem. More information is available online.26th Annual Crimes Against Children Conference: August 11–14, 2014
This event provides practical instruction using current information, new ideas, and successful intervention strategies to those professionals responsible for combating the many and varied forms of crimes against children. The event, sponsored by the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center, is designed for law enforcement officers, child protection caseworkers, probation/parole officers, children's advocacy center staff, victim advocates, prosecutors, medical professionals, and therapists. Registration information is available online.
37th National Child Welfare, Juvenile, and Family Law Conference: August 18–20, 2014
Sponsored by the National Association of Counsel for Children, this event brings together the top leaders in child welfare, juvenile justice, and family law. Topics will include abuse and neglect, juvenile justice, family law, policy advocacy, custody law, parental rights, and practical skills. Registration information for this event, which will be held in Denver, CO, is available online.
19th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse, and Trauma: September 7–10, 2014
To be held in San Diego, CA, this conference will feature tracks on at-risk youth, child maltreatment, children exposed to violence, intimate partner violence, legal and criminal justice issues, sexual assault/victimization, trauma, and more. The event is hosted by the Institute on Violence, Abuse and Trauma at Alliant International University. This year’s conference also includes the National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence Across the Lifespan research summit. Registration information is available online.
20th ISPCAN International Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect: September 14–17, 2014
Sponsored by the International Society for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (ISPCAN), the conference, "Towards Child-Centered Societies,” will cover a range of topics, including the prevention of child abuse and neglect through early and sustained involvement, interventions and programs for children and families experiencing adversity, addressing children’s rights and participation, reforms in child protection and welfare policy, children in out-of-home care, and evidence-based practices. More information about this event, to be held in Nagoya, Japan, is available online.
2014 Women Working in Corrections and Juvenile Justice Conference: September 28–October 1, 2014
This event will address many issues faced by women working in corrections and juvenile justice, including training, education, and professional and personal growth and development. This year’s theme is "Boundaries, Barriers, Balance & Beyond." Tracks will focus on issues such as ethics, professionalism, programming, treatment services, health, wellness, leadership development, and personal growth. The event is being sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections and will be held in Pittsburgh, PA. Registration information is available online.
Information Sharing Certificate Program: Fall 2014
The Information Sharing Certificate Program will be hosted in Washington, DC, this fall by the Center for Juvenile Justice Reform (CJJR) at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy in partnership with the Juvenile Law Center and the Robert F. Kennedy Children’s Action Corps. The program, one of many certificate programs offered by CJJR, is designed to enable leaders in the juvenile justice, child welfare, education, behavioral health, and other child-serving fields to overcome information-sharing challenges that prevent the communication and coordination necessary to adequately serve youth across multiple systems of care. Registration information is available online.
Strategies for Justice: Advanced Investigation and Prosecution of Child Abuse and Exploitation: October 6–10, 2014
Hosted by the National District Attorneys Association, this multidisciplinary national training conference is designed to meet the needs of frontline child abuse professionals, including prosecutors, law enforcement, medical and mental health professionals, forensic interviewers, child advocates, and allied professionals. Topics include head trauma, high-tech crimes against children, working with male victims, working with autistic children, religious-based crimes, and human trafficking. During the conference, which will be held in Phoenix, AZ, the National Link Coalition will host its biannual Link Summit. The summit focuses on the co-occurrence of child abuse, domestic violence, and elder abuse with animal abuse. Registration closes September 29; more information is available online.
2014 Safe Schools Conference: October 8–9, 2014
This conference is designed to provide quality professional development opportunities for school administrators, student support personnel, teachers, school nurses, school resource officers, local law enforcement, and other community partners. Participants will hear from state and national experts about the latest research in school safety and violence prevention; learn about effective program models and promising practices; and attend institutes, general sessions, workshops, and plenary sessions. The conference will be presented by the Center for Safe Schools in Grantville, PA. More information is available online.
Social Media and Child Abuse (Webinar): October 23, 2014
This Webinar will cover the use of social media to gather evidence to corroborate child exploitation and physical abuse cases and will focus on the importance of acting quickly to secure evidence. Participants will learn about social networking sites, social media sites, and authenticating evidence discussed in cyberspace for court purposes. More information about this Webinar, which is presented by Midwest Regional Children's Advocacy Centers, is available online.
121st Annual IACP Conference and Exposition: October 25–28, 2014
Featuring forums, technical workshops, and an exhibit hall, this annual event provides law enforcement professionals with opportunities to learn more about emerging trends in law enforcement and the latest developments in technology. The event is hosted by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). Registration information for the conference, to be held in Orlando, FL, is available online.
AMBER Alert Basic Forensic Missing Child Training: October 28–30, 2014
Sponsored by OJJDP, this training will provide guidance in the recognition, documentation, collection, and preservation of evidence from the time a child is reported missing until the case is resolved. Topics include preplanning, crime mapping and photography, trace evidence, fingerprints/palm prints, DNA/body fluids, composite sketching/forensic art, and electronic evidence. Hands-on, facilitated activities will allow participants to apply techniques taught in class. More information about this and other AMBER Alert training and technical assistance opportunities is available online.
Victim Advocacy Training: November 4–6, 2014
This training, which will be held in Huntsville, AL, is designed for victim advocates who are working with children and families in a Child Advocacy Center setting. The training will include foundational sessions on understanding the criminal justice system, dynamics of child abuse, crisis development and resolution, effective listening techniques, the impact of trauma on a child, the rights of crime victims, cultural considerations, and intervention strategies. Registration information for this event, which is sponsored by the National Children's Advocacy Center, is available online.
National Youth-At-Risk Conference: November 6–8, 2014
Hosted by the National Youth At-Risk Center of Georgia Southern University, this conference will train adults who serve youth to create safe, healthy, caring, and intellectually empowering educational environments. Participants will learn about current research-based educational programs and strategies that empower young people to overcome at-risk conditions that may threaten their safety, health, emotional needs, or academic achievement. Participants also will learn about proactive solutions and best practices for meeting the serious challenges faced by today’s youth: school violence, poverty, learning difficulties, underachievement, achievement gaps, illiteracy, boredom, apathy, low expectations, misbehavior, dropout, drugs, bullying, gangs, teen pregnancy, sexual harassment, racism, and dysfunctional families. Registration information for the conference, which will be held in Las Vegas, NV, is available online.