We invite new and seasoned advocates to join us for this informative brown bag from Jenn Doe, COVA Trainer. COVA is in responsible for administering the newly created VOCA Emergency Fund and advocates across the state are eligible to apply on behalf of victims. This training will discuss the application process, eligibility requirements and ineligible expenses. Anonymous case studies will be highlighted to demonstrate challenges and successes related to the emergency fund, and ample time… Continue Reading Brown Bag: VOCA Emergency Fund Training

Featured Speaker: Lu Rocha Register day-off as well. $89 Individual,$40 Student, Scholarships available as needed.

For people working with crime victims, it is important to understand the impact of the work that we do, recognize the signs of vicarious trauma, and identify ways to become trauma resilient. To do this, we must explore our current methods of coping and develop new tools to reduce the impact and incidence of vicarious trauma. Are the ways in which we cope sustainable enough to allow us to do our job effectively over time?… Continue Reading Understanding Vicarious Trauma Training

9:00am -10:15am: Victim Rights Amendment 10:15am-10:45am: VOCA Emergency Fund 11:00am -12:30 pm: Human Trafficking 101 1:30pm-3:30pm: Vicarious Trauma & Resilience