NOTES: Join us for an insightful webinar designed to introduce you to the world of AI tools. In this session, you’ll discover how AI can transform the way you handle repetitive tasks, making your work faster and more efficient. We’ll provide a comprehensive overview of how to discover and use simple AI tools that can significantly enhance productivity and streamline operations in your organization.
NOTES: Back by popular demand: innovative ideas for community engagement that build trust and prevent crime. Learn how law enforcement agencies are using creativity to connect with many different segments of the communities they serve. These events and activities go beyond traditional coffees with a cop, and most of them can be implemented at little to no cost. If you enjoyed the first Out-of-the-Box Ideas for Community Engagement webinar, be sure to tune in to part two!
NOTES: Are you trying to attract Gen Z to careers in law enforcement and public safety but don’t know how to reach them? Are you a criminal justice instructor, law enforcement trainer, or recruiter struggling to compete with inaccurate depictions of law enforcement roles? Perhaps you supervise early career staff who are still developing the core skills and attitudes for success.
INSTRUCTOR: Joseph Lestrange, Jonathan R. Parham, Philip Lukens, Jim Bueermann
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Communication, Computer & Internet
NOTES: The rapid development of artificial intelligence is nothing short of breathtaking. It may very well prove to be the most disruptive technology in the human experience. AI advances are far outpacing our collective understanding of its implications. The private sector “AI Race” means all police technology vendors are trying to figure out how AI fits in the products they sell to law enforcement. And these efforts pale in comparison to the integration of AI in literally every sector of our world.
NOTES: An overview look at Northwest Florida (NWF) Health Network partnerships with law enforcement and community service providers to address behavioral health needs at the different intercept points within the Criminal Justice System. Programs include the Sheriff’s Outreach, Fatherhood Initiative, Mobile Response Team, Telehealth for Incarcerated Persons, Deflection, and Peer Support Recovery Specialists.
NOTES: Drawing on real-life scenarios and case studies, we’ll examine the benefits of approaching enforcement with a holistic understanding of animal welfare and community needs. By fostering compassion-driven interventions, this session empowers officers to make informed decisions that prioritize both legal compliance and the well-being of animals and communities alike, one that honors the spirit of the law while upholding its letter.
NOTES: Law enforcement-based victim services can highlight personnel differences in ethical approaches and decision-making around shared responsibilities. Comprehensive and ongoing training can amplify agency personnel’s confidence when carrying out assigned responsibilities and collaborative working relationships. Cross-training between disciplines, information on successful agency personnel and processes, and preparation for core responsibilities are essential training topics.
NOTES: Participants will leave with a comprehensive understanding of how to integrate value alignment and cultural considerations into their hiring practices, creating a workplace that thrives on shared values and promotes leadership at every level. This webinar aims to empower probation leaders to build teams that contribute to the long-term success and positive impact of their organizations.
NOTES: Cognitive coaching plays a crucial role in teaching decision-making, sensemaking, and critical thinking skills. Cognitive coaching helps individuals enhance their decision-making abilities by guiding them through a structured process. This may involve identifying the decision to be made, gathering relevant information, considering alternatives, evaluating options, and making a well-informed choice.
CATEGORIES: Crisis Intervention & Behavioral Health, Fitness/Wellness, Mental Health
NOTES: Epilepsy, a complex neurological disorder that impacts millions of people worldwide, can present challenges for law enforcement officers and first responders. Recognizing and understanding Epilepsy, particularly in high-stress situations that require quick decisions, can be difficult. Law enforcement and responders must have the knowledge, skills, and a solid understanding of this condition to ensure personal safety, well-being, and practical support for individuals with Epilepsy.
NOTES: Addressing criminal thinking is just as important as providing clinical treatment, such as substance use and mental health treatment, to reduce recidivism and achieve long-term change and success for our participants. This webinar will provide an overview of the different criminal or antisocial thinking and attitudes and demonstrate a core correctional practice that will assist in identifying the specific drivers and possible interventions.
NOTES: During this webinar, we will explore the reasons we say ‘yes’ when we really want or need to say ‘no’. Then we’ll examine different tips and tricks that will help all of us set the boundaries we need so we can say ‘yes’ to more of the things that fulfill our purpose and goals in life.
NOTES: While generally very elusive animals that most people never catch a glimpse of, sightings of and conflicts with bobcats have increased in some communities across the U.S. This webinar will discuss how bobcats live among us in urban and suburban areas, the best ways to prevent conflicts with them and how to respond to calls about bobcat sightings, bobcat predation on chickens and other small pets and livestock and bobcats that seem to have lost their fear of people.
NOTES: Emotional labor is managing your emotions to complete the job at hand. This is illustrated by expressing or suppressing emotion that doesn’t meet the internal emotion. Seen across many sectors, some of the most common professional roles this is depicted in are law, social work, education, customer services, childcare, and advocacy. Emotional labor is tiring and, over time, taxing, sometimes leading to stress and diminished well-being.
Together, let’s lighten your load.
NOTES: Your Questions – Answered! After a brief introduction and overview of ASD and common issues related to the experiences of individuals with ASD in the justice system, Dr. Dotson will take questions from the audience. The emphasis will be on both providing tips and ideas for those who encounter people on the spectrum in their work and also providing links to resources and additional information for participants.
NOTES: During this webinar, we will discuss how to take a proactive approach to doing and being our best by utilizing mindset and resilience skills, being the best version of ourselves, being aware, connected, and living our best life, finding our purpose, capitalizing on our strengths, building our emotional intelligence skills, and much more. This will empower you and give you tools to deal with the vicarious trauma and other challenges you face in your life and work life.
CATEGORIES: Juvenile, Computer & Internet, Social Media
NOTES: Participants will be able to identify red flags to recognize suspicious online behaviors and patterns that may indicate exploitation or grooming, understand the importance of offering trauma-informed care to help child victims process their experiences while preserving evidence and learn the importance of safety planning, including setting boundaries for online activity and knowing how to report suspicious behavior.
NOTES: Have you ever looked back on a situation with the benefit of hindsight and thought, “I should have said this instead!” Speaking up is difficult for many reasons. Sometimes it’s you, sometimes it’s the person you’re talking to, and sometimes it’s the situation that you’re in. This session will explore why this type of communication is so intimidating and strategies to help you speak up.
NOTES: Navigating the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) can be a very difficult task and it is important that we protect the rights of the disabled while also being cognisant that there might be those who are claiming the use of a service animal incorrectly. This webinar will give you the tools to understand and provide protections afforded under the ADA while also giving you tools to approach those who are using the term “service animal” incorrectly.
NOTES: The local crime laboratory focuses on the development and dissemination of forensic investigative leads to agencies in a timely manner. This webinar will discuss why we developed this laboratory, who our partnership agencies are, how we got funding, what services we currently offer, and our laboratory program. We will also discuss the impacts of the regional forensic laboratory approach to the criminal justice system in our county.
INSTRUCTOR: Lynn Langton, Kelle Barrick, Susan Howley
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Other
NOTES: Research can provide agencies with objective data, evaluation of that data, and examples to base foundational decisions for incorporating law enforcement-based victim services. Lessons learned from these efforts can contribute to ongoing strategic planning and sustainability of services. Using research information and tools can enhance the ability to meet the needs of victims and co-victims.
NOTES: During this webinar, we will examine signs of substance use and abuse. We will explore physiological and psychological signs of abuse and the use of various commonly used and abused drugs. Recognizing the Signs of Substance Abuse Drug use affects people from all walks of life and all socioeconomic statuses. This information will be of use and interest to not only criminal justice personnel but anyone who deals with clients, victims, or anyone they may come into contact.
NOTES: Jails are dynamic places. Jail staff deal with people during their most vulnerable and chaotic moments – many of them reeling from recent and historic trauma. Having an understanding of trauma and how it affects both incarcerated people and staff can help jail professionals to navigate the challenges they face. During this webinar, participants will learn about the basics of the neurobiology of trauma and how the impact of trauma can be seen in all areas of jail operations.
NOTES: Join us for a presentation that explores the art of leading in the adaptive space. Discover how to untangle technical and adaptive problems within dynamic environments to drive innovation and create high-performing teams amidst uncertainty. Learn practical insights and real-world examples that will inspire and empower you to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of criminal justice with confidence and success.
NOTES: A budget should help guide you on purchasing decisions and redirect your focus to the goals you have in place. Your budget will tell a story of what you’re doing right and what you need to adjust moving forward. It is simply a tool to maximize each paycheck and find a balance between your financial obligations, saving for your future, and having fun in the present. And we all know that first responders NEED to have fun with their money.
NOTES: In this webinar, we will explore different approaches to mitigate investigation errors. We will also discuss the consequences of forced errors that can have lasting effects on justice systems and those seeking justice. This webinar is intended for professionals from various disciplines who are involved in investigating cases that intersect with the criminal justice system. Join me as we delve into strategies for avoiding missteps and upholding the integrity of our work, profession, and the law.
NOTES: As courts become tougher on offenders, some grow old while incarcerated. Some commit crimes as younger individuals and receive long sentences. The medical and behavioral issues associated with aging must be addressed by the jail staff. Also, some inmates enter incarceration at a young age; many have juvenile records. Some are immature and defy authority. Part 1 will discuss managing these individuals, maintaining custody, and keeping staff and other inmates safe.
NOTES: This webinar will discuss innovative work that identifies alternatives to traditional sentencing practices, which appropriately and accurately address underlying causes of animal cruelty, provide fairness to all parties involved in animal cruelty, and work to curb the rate of future cruelty. Specifically, this webinar will discuss the role trauma can play as an underlying cause of cruelty, as well as methods to address and heal such trauma so it does not perpetuate animal cruelty in the future.
CATEGORIES: Human Trafficking, Drugs, Organized Crime
NOTES: This webinar provides insights from law enforcement experts into how narcotics play a major role in human trafficking investigations, whether it involves the use of controlled substances by traffickers to create dependencies and maintain control of their victims or the Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) that have diversified into human smuggling, creating debt bondage and, ultimately, human trafficking.
NOTES: During this webinar, we will discuss:
The “rules of thumb” for addressing problematic sexual behaviors (PSBs) in youth.
Methods that are contraindicated and counter-therapeutic for intervening in youth with PSBs.
Specific resources (e.g., NCSBY) and interventions (e.g., PSB-CBT) that are effective in helping youth and families impacted by PSBs.
NOTES: Trauma-informed approaches recognize the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledge the role trauma may play in an individual’s life. It is the predominant framework used in victim services agencies and many different other systems. This training will discuss strategies to better support people impacted by brain injuries in your services.
NOTES: If you work with victims of Intimate Partner Violence, you have probably heard questions like those and maybe even asked them yourself. IPV is a pattern of behaviors, not a singular event, and a failure to understand the intricacies of that pattern can lead to inappropriate responses by law enforcement, the courts, victim advocates, and other supportive outsiders. This “intensive introduction” is ideal for novice and veteran justice system personnel alike.
NOTES: Performance Improvement Leadership refers to the strategic efforts undertaken by leaders to enhance the overall performance and effectiveness of individuals, teams, and organizations. It involves the identification of areas for improvement, the establishment of clear performance expectations, and the implementation of targeted initiatives to drive positive change.
NOTES: First, we will work to understand the inner critic, exploring its origin and its purpose. (Yes, it does have a purpose!) Then we will walk through steps that differentiate and define your inner critic and your more positive inner coach. Then we’ll give you positive, actionable tips to manage your inner critic and allow your inner coach to take a more active role in your life.
NOTES: This webinar will discuss how the stress response presents in youth when going through court proceedings and testifying and how to support them. The goal of this presentation is to provide attorneys, judges, advocates and therapists insight into effective ways that they can transform their court processes as well as their courtrooms into trauma-informed environments.
NOTES: The first step to reducing litigation is to know where lawsuits begin. This is a step-by-step guide on how to evaluate an inmate’s religious requests and provide alternative means to free exercise while still upholding the facility's safety and security.
NOTES: This webinar includes the presenter’s detailed analysis and review of 58 school shooting incidents occurring in the U.S. since 1990. Topics include expanding the list of adverse childhood experiences, appropriately responding to children in “emotional distress,” the relationship between harm in the home and committing acts of violence in the community, child perpetration of animal cruelty, bullying and its impact on child mental health, religion, and school shooters, and preventing future acts.
NOTES: Part 2 discusses the following: LGTBQ offenders, inmates with medical issues, inmates with mental health issues, and inmates in restrictive housing. Each has serious issues, which are magnified in severity by incarceration. These issues range from serious medical conditions to depression, suicidal behavior, and violence. Ways to manage them, identify their problems and take steps to prevent liability will be explored. Staff failures that resulted in liability as well as staff success.
"Instruction was spot on with the course material. The instructor was very informative and interactive during the course. I enjoyed the group discussions incorporated in the course. I have a very different understanding of how to review a use of force situation after taking the class. "
NOTES: This webinar is designed to provide an overview for those in the detention community to effectively assemble a search warrant for performing their duties inside the detention facility. This webinar will cover the importance of establishing the fact pattern necessary for securing a successful search warrant for matters inside the jail, such as a body cavity search.
INSTRUCTOR: Meg Garvin, Amy Durall, Caroline Huffaker
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Communication, Other
NOTES: Incorporating law enforcement-based victim services can be an exciting adventure that sparks robust conversations. Facilitators with extensive experience will guide discussions around field-generated questions!
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By utilizing Community Outreach Coordinators embedded within the rural Sheriffs’ Offices in the Florida Panhandle, Northwest Florida (NWF) Health Network has been able to assist in diverting those with behavioral health needs away from the criminal justice system. By linking the community to resources, behavioral health needs are being met at earlier intercept points. This results in the reduction of the criminality of behavioral health issues.
NOTES: We get it, the thought of creating and sustaining a pet housing program for the pets of people in crisis can feel a little daunting sometimes. But we’ve got the secret (or maybe not-so-secret!) ingredient that you’ll need to create an effective program that will stand the test of time – collaboration! That’s right, you don’t need to be the expert in everything!
INSTRUCTOR: Courtney from Heroes Financial Coaching
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Other
NOTES: Join us for this webinar as we delve deep into the essential tools and strategies to empower you to take control of your finances. Through expert guidance and practical insights, you’ll uncover the key skills needed to craft effective budgets, cultivate your savings, and safeguard your family’s financial well-being. Learn invaluable techniques to tackle debt efficiently and devise a plan for your future financial goals.
NOTES: Drawing upon real-life experiences of high-stakes negotiations, this session unfolds strategies and principles that foster an environment of trust, empathy, and collaboration. At its core lies the art of powerful listening—a cornerstone of successful crisis negotiation—which is revealed as a catalyst for building bridges of understanding and forging authentic connections. Through anecdotes and tangible examples, the audience is guided through the transformative power of empathetic communication
NOTES: This webinar is for the professional woman who is tired of starting over. Who knows? She has a purpose and goals she wants to achieve, but somehow, life, work, and fear get in the way. Find the work/life harmony you are seeking in this webinar! During this presentation, we will share best practices and actionable steps designed for professional women who want to overcome their fears and achieve sustainable results at home and at work.
CATEGORIES: Crisis & Hostage, Communication, Mental Health
NOTES: In this webinar, we’ll discuss how to lead in the weeks and months that follow a critical incident. We’ll go over the supports to have in place, how to acknowledge trauma and grief while still inspiring meaning and hope, ways to build resilience, guarding against leadership fatigue at the helm, and more.
NOTES: This webinar will focus on the fictional report of a missing child and subsequent investigation in Indian Country. The session will demonstrate the need for collaboration between agencies and the value of information sharing and resources to support missing persons investigations.
NOTES: Join us for an engaging session where you’ll be introduced to The Why Triangle, a powerful tool designed to assess and enhance Why Alignment within your organization. By identifying where misalignments occur, you can untangle cultural challenges, boost staff engagement, and ensure fidelity in your most impactful strategies.
NOTES: Wouldn’t it be nice to get up, take a pill, and be motivated to be your best self every day? Well, that pill doesn’t exist in the pharmacy, but it does in your mind, environment, and habits. The trick is to find what works for you. In this webinar, we will discuss: Finding and fulfilling your why, Setting your environment up for success, Developing small, incremental changes that add up to big results, Habit stacking, The value of learning to trust yourself
NOTES: Got questions? We’ve got answers! During this unique webinar presentation, Rachel Ramirez will briefly recap what we’ve covered in her previous presentations and then open the floor to answer your questions about working with survivors of traumatic brain injury, strangulation, and domestic violence.
NOTES: In part one of Human Trafficking, we will examine the historical underpinnings of human trafficking. We will examine the current problem/trends. We will define human trafficking. We will describe human trafficking typologies. We will begin to explore the complexities of this vital topic. In each webinar, we will review indicators of human trafficking. This topic will be presented from a multidisciplinary approach. The focus will be on the United States, but we will delve into the global view.
CATEGORIES: Language, Ethics & Decision Making, Other
NOTES: This webinar offers an in-depth exploration of the use of strong language in law enforcement, drawing from the findings of the recent study, “F—: The Police,” published in Police Quarterly. We’ll examine how officers employ specific curse words in different scenarios—whether to establish authority, foster teamwork, or manage stress.
NOTES: Stalkers are creative criminals who use – and misuse – a variety of technologies to locate, surveil and monitor their victims. This webinar will address common technologies utilized by stalkers, discuss evidence preservation concerns, and identify effective safety-planning strategies.
NOTES: In animal cruelty cases, the animals themselves—living or deceased—are evidence of the crime. Traditional law enforcement property rooms are not equipped to handle this nature of evidence, making animal shelters, veterinary clinics, and laboratories essential to maintaining the viability of these cases by holding and caring for the living animals and animal remains that were collected as evidence.
CATEGORIES: Mental Health, Stress Management, Other
NOTES: This webinar takes a direct look at the emotional and complex aspects of emotional fatigue and stress for animal care, control, and welfare workers and volunteers. It explores how the emotional impact directly affects us and how we can turn it into job satisfaction, thereby improving the lives of animals and ourselves. Learn how the joys and pains of the job often parallel each other. We’ll also talk about simple ways to handle all of this stress, even if it includes a curse word or two.
NOTES: Today’s webinar will consider the difficulties of leading others who may not be thrilled that you surpassed them. From co-workers to managers, we’ll consider how to lead others who may not be excited about your success. We’ll discuss how hard work and competence can encourage others to follow you and even join your team, ideas for connecting with individuals on various levels, and what to do if they simply don’t want to embrace the change that has come. Becoming the boss isn’t always easy.
NOTES: This webinar will walk participants through crisis leadership, relationship building, lessons learned, evacuation planning, and evacuation response. We hope for each community to improve the cooperation and collaboration between all emergency response agencies working on these disasters to produce the best outcome for all involved.
CATEGORIES: Mental Health, Crisis Intervention & Behavioral Health, Other
NOTES: This webinar will present ways in which children are exposed to trauma, how that trauma manifests or is exhibited in a person’s life in adulthood, and healthy interventions for that adult to be able to mitigate, alter, or cope with the consequences of childhood trauma.
NOTES: Is learning and professional development slipping down the priority list at your workplace? Join our webinar to discover powerful strategies that will transform your training programs, promote continuous professional development, and foster a vibrant environment of knowledge sharing and innovation. Learn strategies for how a culture of ongoing growth and support not only boosts morale but also attracts and retains top talent.
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In the dynamic realm of animal welfare, the significance of peer support cannot be emphasized enough. Join us in this webinar as we explore the concept of peer support and its applications in the fast-paced settings of animal sheltering and animal control. We will address how peer support can enhance other mental health initiatives within your organization and the crucial aspect of proper implementation.
NOTES: This webinar introduces San Diego’s version of the Blue Envelope Program (BEP) program and shares the development process which increased positive interactions and trust with the community. When SDSD explored adopting the program, it was realized the program could be expanded to include all disabilities and conditions. Through the recruitment and guidance of community partners, the program evolved beyond the traffic stop scenario to include pedestrian contacts.
NOTES: This webinar will delve into the nuances of leadership when those at the top aren’t leading effectively. We will cover strategies for leading both subordinates and superiors, and how to leverage the “Three Levels of Reach” to extend your influence and protect those you lead from negativity.
CATEGORIES: Fitness/Wellness, Mental Health, Other
NOTES: This webinar will discuss the psychological impacts that occur and what support these families can benefit from. Resources from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) and other evidence-based practices (e.g., Trauma-Focused CBT, which has multiple scientific studies on this population) will be cited. Finally, a specific case example will be used to tie together concepts into the concrete application.
NOTES: At times, life presents us with puzzles that seem unsolvable, despite our dedicated time and effort. Join this webinar to discover practical tools and intersectional perspectives for innovating fresh solutions, including: Disruption as a Catalyst: Discover how disruption can be reframed as an opportunity for innovation rather than a setback. Learn strategies for embracing change to drive creative solutions. The Power of Pause: Explore the concept of taking a breath as a deliberate strategy.
INSTRUCTOR: Terry Huertaz, Nicole Carrol, Amy Durall
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Leadership, Management, Other
NOTES: An equally essential component of effective agency responses is the ability to retain qualified and suitable personnel. Competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, a positive work environment, and professional development and growth are elements that contribute to personnel maintaining motivation for high-quality performance of assigned responsibilities.
NOTES: The FTC shares aggregate data with the general public. We’ll discuss how you can access such data as well as how to advise consumers who are victims of consumer fraud and identity theft. A consumer education segment will also discuss the FTC resources available to help prevent scams.
NOTES: An equally essential component of effective agency responses is retaining qualified and suitable personnel. Competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, a positive work environment, and professional development and growth contribute to personnel maintaining motivation for high-quality performance of assigned responsibilities. Information from this webinar can help participants review the following considerations:
• Recruitment strategies
• Interview and background processes
• responsibilities
NOTES: In part 2 of The 10 Code Mindset, we will raise awareness of who is around us. We will not necessarily focus on the safety aspect of situational awareness but on the inner awareness of how we become who we are around. Some of the most hindering and damaging aspects of a person’s mental health and mindset can come down to who they spend time with. Are you around people who bring you down or lift you? But we will explore how people are to you and how you are to yourself.
NOTES: While developing the Blue Envelope Program in San Diego, it was realized early that stakeholders would be necessary for a successful program. Through trial and error, the creators of the program developed vital new partnerships which elevated the program to succeed. The partnerships created a stir of excitement which promoted other organizations to join and help guide the program to its ultimate success.
CATEGORIES: Communication, Internal Affairs, Other
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Join us for an insightful follow-up to our previous webinar on effective communication and active listening. In “Yours/Mine/Ours: The Effects of Emotions on Communication,” we’ll explore the profound impact emotions have on our ability to communicate effectively. Whether in personal relationships, professional settings, or casual interactions, emotions shape the way we convey and interpret messages.
CATEGORIES: Legal, Ethics & Decision Making, Other
NOTES: A legal-based training plan can save your agency time and money. Through discussions centered on training theory, philosophy, and litigation-tested strategies, you will learn why you need to spend more time on effective training and how to provide training using your existing resources.
NOTES: This webinar will not only delve into the unique characteristics of the law enforcement personality but also provide practical strategies to foster collaborative work, resulting in improved interactions and community relations.
NOTES: We will examine what motivates different generations based on how we were all raised, our norms, and our current environment. Then, we will discuss actionable items allowing you to understand your people individually. As co-workers, friends, and supervisors, we can all help each other be more motivated and have more fulfilling careers and lives!
NOTES: This webinar will discuss common causes of death and special considerations based on scene factors. After thoroughly covering the core components of death investigation, the presenter will introduce the circumstances of several case studies and analyze how each case was investigated based on the suspected manner of death – including the eventual outcome and ultimate manner of death determination.
NOTES: In this webinar, we will talk about preparing witnesses to testify in a hearing or trial, both generally and in cases that involve difficult or emotional topics, like domestic violence or animal cruelty, and that require additional sensitivity to the witness’ experience. We will also discuss how to identify potential challenges with a witness and what steps you may need to take to ensure a clear record.
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Older adults are engaging with technology like never before. With this shift to more digital community building, scammers are using technology to target older adults to perpetrate financial crimes such as romance scams, identity theft, and more. Perpetrators of financial fraud can range from the most intimate of people, like partners and family members, to strangers far away.
CATEGORIES: Mental Health, Stress Management, Other
NOTES: Participants will learn to identify early signs of mental health struggles within first responder populations, explore effective stress management and coping strategies, learn about wellness check-in programs, and become familiar with treatment options.
NOTES: Longevity in prosecution or even in government is becoming harder. This webinar will explore how to manage your career as a professional, offering tips to ensure you are capitalizing on a career well-lived. We will also discuss how to have a rewarding and productive career and build a career that fulfills the goals you want to achieve.
INSTRUCTOR: Charles Tyree, Ryan Perlongo, Brian DiSalvo, Hannah Cochran
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Use of Force, Investigations, Management
NOTES: This webinar aims to enhance non-fatal shooting investigations by featuring a panel of subject matter experts with extensive experience and knowledge in law enforcement practices and criminal justice research.
NOTES: Experience Rusty’s inspiring journey—a judoka who fought for sport and women’s empowerment. Her story is a love story of passion and righteousness, inspiring others to embrace resilience, defy limits, and forge their path to success. By sharing her journey, I will offer her techniques and tools to inspire and empower others to embrace resilience, defy limitations, and forge their path toward success.
CATEGORIES: Human Trafficking, Crisis Intervention & Behavioral Health, Legal
NOTES: This webinar series will provide an in-depth overview of human trafficking. Webinar attendees will gain an understanding of how human trafficking occurs and how victims are recruited/conscripted. The roots of human trafficking will be examined along with the current situation. An analysis of laws governing human trafficking will be explored. A comprehensive study of the scope of human trafficking in the United States will be provided along with an examination of indicators of human trafficking.
CATEGORIES: Communication, Internal Affairs, Other
NOTES: Interns and volunteers can positively contribute to law enforcement-based victim services. They can facilitate the expansion of services, be assigned responsibilities that would otherwise not be prioritized, and serve as effective representatives of victim services and the agencies they serve.
NOTES: Join us as we explore cutting-edge advancements in animal field services. From AI-assisted tracking to community engagement strategies, this webinar uncovers the tools and approaches needed to build stronger, more resilient communities. Join us as we pave the way for a brighter future together.
NOTES: Got questions? We’ve got answers! During this special webinar presentation, Al Cobos will briefly recap what we’ve covered in his previous presentations and then open the floor to take your questions about the differences and similarities between generations in the workplace, situations that might create conflict, and how to address them.
NOTES: Jails are at ground zero of the epidemic. More than 30% of people incarcerated in jails suffer from serious opioid withdrawal and often have little to no control over opioid use. Individuals are brought in directly from the street, often actively under the influence of opioids and/or actively withdrawing from opioid use. Left untreated, there are risks to the patient's safety, risks to facility staff due to the potential for a critical incident, and potential liability for the facility.
CATEGORIES: Stress Management, Mental Health, Other
NOTES: This webinar will help participants look past the immediate stressors of the job and recognize the impact of the underlying anxiety produced by life in the post-covid era that is not affected by those interventions. The difference between stress and anxiety will be explained, and techniques to deal with anxiety will be discussed.
NOTES: Participants will delve into essential principles that underpin effective and contemporary animal control programs. The curriculum offers a comprehensive framework intended to assist organizations contemplating the establishment of an animal control program or seeking to refine their existing initiatives. It serves as a strategic guide for evaluating and optimizing program architectures that effectively serve and support communities.
NOTES: Courts regularly order therapy for multiple reasons. Unfortunately, they are at the mercy of what is available in their area. This webinar is designed to go “behind the curtain” and show court officials what really happens in therapy. It will focus on "in-the-pocket” tips.
NOTES: This webinar will address the reasons why wellness programming and resources are a non-negotiable and must be integrated into the culture of your agency, how to evaluate the effectiveness of the program by applying the design thinking model, and next steps to take in expanding your program. Integrating special populations such as family and retirees, trends in wellness, and agency examples will be discussed.
NOTES: Placement of law enforcement-based victim services within the agency—on the organizational chart and in physical workspaces—has a direct impact on practical implementation, incorporation, and sustainability. Selection of the direct supervisor is a key component of this placement, which has a cascading effect on services to victims and co-victims, operational decisions, and planning for VSU expansion.
NOTES: In this webinar, you’ll explore the newest trends, tools, and research in EQ, equipping you with the skills to enhance personal and professional relationships, improve decision-making, and foster a positive workplace environment. Whether you’re looking to boost your career, strengthen your leadership abilities, or simply become more self-aware, “What’s New in EQ” offers valuable insights and practical strategies.
NOTES: Join us for this compelling webinar on identifying and eliminating toxic elements within your organizational culture. Learn strategies to foster a positive, supportive, and thriving work environment. This session will provide you with practical tools to address negative behaviors, promote transparency, and build a culture rooted in respect and collaboration. Discover how transforming your organizational culture can boost morale, enhance productivity, and improve overall job satisfaction.
INSTRUCTOR: Mary Hammond, Diana Knapp, Brenda Dietzman
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Female Officer, Other
NOTES: Join us for an engaging and insightful “Ask Me Anything” webinar featuring three remarkable women who have broken the glass ceiling and made significant strides in their respective fields. They will share their experiences, strategies, and advice on navigating the workplace, overcoming challenges, and climbing the ladder. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring leader, this webinar promises candid conversations, practical tips, and inspiration. Submit questions when you sign up.
CATEGORIES: Community Policing, Civilian Staff Leadership, Other
NOTES: In this webinar, we will explore the benefits of the Coordinated Community Response (CCR) model, explore potential partnerships, discuss strategies to utilize this approach in various communities, and highlight case studies of CCR in action.
NOTES: Policies are a key component of managing professional conduct. Written guidance that is founded on ethical standards can help law enforcement agencies elevate victim-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive practices. Policies can also contribute to comprehensive training and accountability efforts with agency personnel connected to their assigned responsibilities. Developing and consistently executing policies can contribute to long-term VSU sustainability.
NOTES: Led by seasoned professionals from the Louisville Metro Police Department, this webinar aims to equip attendees with practical skills and knowledge, fostering a more compassionate and effective response from law enforcement. Join us in learning how to provide meaningful access to support services and contribute to a justice system that prioritizes healing, empowerment, and justice.
NOTES: Do you want to work in a place where you feel safe? At work, and in life, we should be able to live our lives where it is safe to take risks, to fail, to NOT be ok, and be able to ask for the help that we need it. To be able to voice concerns, question processes, and ideas. Sadly, too many places are stuck in the status quo. Everyone in an organization can create a safe environment through thoughtful, deliberate action.
CATEGORIES: Human Trafficking, Legal, Prosecutorial
NOTES: In part three of Human Trafficking, we will describe the legal parameters of human trafficking. We will discuss investigative techniques in human trafficking. We will explore technologies (cybers) role in human trafficking. Prosecutorial issues will be discussed. We will continue to explore the complexities of this important topic. In each webinar, we will review indicators of human trafficking. This topic will be presented from a multidisciplinary approach. The focus will be on the US.
NOTES: Rights for victims and co-victims of crime have been formalized in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the federal government. These rights are available throughout multiple stages of the justice system, but the obligation to ensure access to those rights starts when crimes are reported to law enforcement agencies.
NOTES: The topic of secondary/vicarious trauma and burnout has been discussed to death at this point for most people. Most professionals don’t need another “self-care” talk or another discussion of how burned out they are. Everyone has been through the thresher. At this point, self-care isn’t something you need to learn; it’s something you need to remember, something that all the hits and all the losses you experience each day make you forget.
NOTES: Strong relationships and collaboration between advocates and law enforcement agencies enhance victim’s access to information and support, increase community trust in the criminal justice system, and ultimately help build safer communities. In this webinar, we will explore the benefits of these partnerships and strategies to develop and sustain relationships between law enforcement and victim service providers.
CATEGORIES: Corrections, Leadership, Mental Health
NOTES: This interactive session will focus on the importance of collaborative leadership among custody command staff and medical & mental health administrators. It’s critical that all levels of a correctional facility’s operation work together to ensure the best care, custody, and control are provided to incarcerated individuals. Poor communication, a lack of collaboration, and conflict ultimately lead to poor safety, critical incidents, and adverse outcomes that lead to liability.
INSTRUCTOR: Arieahn Matamonasa-Bennet, Inga Fricke
COST: FREE
LENGTH: 1 day - 1 hours
LOCATION: Online Class
CATEGORIES: Communication, Mental Health
NOTES: We all knew that working to help homeless animals day in and day out would be challenging and emotionally draining; what we didn’t know was that those difficulties would be multiplied by a nearly constant barrage of attacks from people, both within and outside our profession. Those attacks can leave us feeling confused, angry, and isolated, and can have significant impacts on our physical and emotional well-being.
NOTES: Join us for a crucial webinar on effectively handling toxic employees to create a healthier and more productive work environment. We’ll discuss practical insights and proven techniques to identify toxic behaviors, address underlying issues, and implement corrective measures. Learn how to set clear expectations, foster open communication, and build a supportive culture that minimizes negativity and promotes positive interactions.
CATEGORIES: Community Policing, Communication, Other
NOTES: Law enforcement-based victim services often represent the most effective response to address the rights and needs of victims and co-victims of violent crime. In addition to providing direct services, law enforcement-based victim services personnel can contribute to collaborative strategies that support enhanced community trust.
NOTES: In this webinar, you’ll learn how to navigate the unique challenges faced by first-line police supervisors. From effective communication and leadership strategies to conflict resolution and team building, the webinar will provide essential skills to help you lead your team with confidence and professionalism. Register for “Leading with Confidence: Essential Skills for the New Police Supervisor” and become the leader your team can trust and respect.
NOTES: Join us for this empowering webinar and take the first step towards transforming your mindset and unlocking your full potential. Register now and become a part of a community dedicated to growth, excellence, and positive change in the criminal justice field.
NOTES: This webinar will describe how to prosecute a criminal animal case in an increasingly polarized environment. From proving a case in front of a judge or a jury to obtaining a fair trial and ensuring justice, we will explore some techniques to manage the stress and pressure of keeping a cool head in a polarized environment.
NOTES: We all have thoughts, opinions, and great ideas, but do we always share them? What has held you back? This webinar will address why it can be hard for many women to use their voices, speak up, or feel heard. Tools and strategies will be discussed to find and use your voice and find success not just at work but in all areas of your life. You will learn how listening to your intuition, connecting with other women, and trusting your outrage can set you on the path to unlocking your potential.
NOTES: This webinar will introduce you to types of experts and where to find them, offer tips for building strong relationships with these partners, and provide examples of cases where the participation of an expert-led to positive outcomes. This webinar is a great opportunity to start thinking about how your effectiveness and impact can be magnified whether you are a one-person agency or part of a large organization.
CATEGORIES: Ethics & Decision Making, Mental Health
NOTES: Have you ever spent your entire day making all types of decisions and then can’t decide where you are going to go to eat because it’s just too much? In today’s world, most people are at this point, but few know why. Decisions add to the physical, mental, and emotional loads that we carry. When decision fatigue hits, you can feel exhausted, overwhelmed, emotionally upset, or experience brain fog.
CATEGORIES: Human Trafficking, Physical Recovery, Mental Health
NOTES: In part four of Human Trafficking, we will examine societal solutions to human trafficking at the macro and micro levels. We will illustrate awareness and preventative strategies for human trafficking. Recovery and coping for the victim from trauma will be analyzed. We will wrap up our exploration of the complexities involving this vital topic. In each webinar, we will review indicators of human trafficking. This topic will be presented from a multidisciplinary approach.
CATEGORIES: Domestic Violence, Mental Health, Other
NOTES: Those who experience crime are not a monolith, and many victims of crime can experience multiple types of victimization. A one-size-fits-all approach leaves many victims, especially those experiencing intimate-partner violence, without the services and support they need. Service providers need to understand poly-victimization and how it impacts survivors’ experiences with the programs at all levels and work to find the right resources and support mechanisms to serve victims best.
NOTES: “Self-Care” had a promising start when introduced to the field. At its best, it attempted to acknowledge that the job is hard and we need to honor ourselves. Unfortunately, it has now devolved into a concept that, at best, is unattainable, and, at worst, makes you feel worse (the exact opposite of what self-care is supposed to do). This webinar will discuss concrete alternatives to “self-care” and address reasons why it can be a high-risk strategy for providers in the field.
NOTES: Every day, our brains play a soundtrack. At times, it’s our favorite jam, while other times, it can be nothing but a cycle of shame and insecurity. Many factors play into the soundtrack: relationships, mental health, ADHD, a lack of confidence at work, and more. The real question is, if we know these negative soundtracks will play, how can we hit the “Next” button before they cause us to spiral? During this session, we’ll dive into the soundtracks we play in our heads.
