The Road Less Traveled: Family Violence in Rural Communities
This presentation will explore academic literature, family violence data, and victim accounts of family violence (Partner Abuse, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, and Pet Abuse) occurring in rural communities. Key barriers to reporting abuse in isolated environments will be highlighted along with innovative concepts to improve prevention and detection of this abuse. Differences in reported characteristics […]
Ambiguous Loss
Ambiguous loss—when someone or something important is physically absent but psychologically present, or physically present but emotionally absent—can leave people stuck in cycles of grief, confusion, and longing. This session offers examples such as a survivor of domestic violence mourning the loss of the relationship they hoped for, or a survivor of sexual assault grieving […]
“Operation Miami-Vice” an Undercover Child Exploitation Case
In this case study, Detective Rafael Dacampo (Hartford Police Department) and Prosecuting Attorney Kate Morgan (G.A. 14) will delve into how an undercover underage persona profile on a social media platform resulted in weeks worth of inappropriate communications, an eventual meeting with the intentions to engage in sexual acts with a minor and the arrest […]
Fatherhood and Prevention: From Conception to Forever
Fathers are a social and emotional resource for Moms, children, and communities. Good fathering includes healthy family and community relationships that support prevention. We will look back to early childhood to trace the preventive elements of fathering and the skills and assets that family men can bring to children’s lives. We look forward to finding […]
Factitious Disorder Imposed on Self
Understanding Survival, Harm, and Compassionate Response Factitious Disorder Imposed on Self (FDIS) is often misunderstood, heavily stigmatized, and shaped by assumptions that can interfere with effective care. Behind these behaviors are often complex histories of trauma, unmet needs, attachment wounds, and systems that have struggled to respond with consistency and compassion. This training explores why […]
Mindhunters: Tactical Offender Psychology for Investigators and Prosecutors
Understanding offender psychology is essential to recognizing, investigating, and proving child sexual abuse. Mindhunters gives professionals practical insight into cognitive distortions, risk indicators, and grooming behaviors—and shows how these dynamics can drive stronger investigations, interviews, and expert testimony. Suggested Audience: Law enforcement and prosecutors, with some value for other MDT members
A Day in the Life: How Exposure to Community Violence Impacts Children
This presentation will describe the many risks of harm (short-term and long-term) for children exposed to violence in their community. As rates of violent crimes continue to increase across the United States, all victim-serving disciplines must gain greater insight into the damaging effects of exposure to these incidents on the children who reside in their […]
Labor Trafficking 101
A beginning-level introduction to labor trafficking, including key definitions, common signs, and trauma-informed, culturally-responsive approaches to identification and response.
Understanding Shame
This brief session introduces advocates to the nature of shame, how it shows up in the lives of survivors, and the ways it can impact healing. Together, we’ll explore the difference between shame and guilt, common sources of shame, and how shame influences communication, trust, and self-perception. Participants will also learn practical strategies to reduce […]
Benefits of Ensuring all Families have Access to the Medical Provider at Your CAC
Workshop will discuss how to engage families on the benefits of the medical exam after a forensic interview. Will highlight CT medical availability across the state. Will discuss what happens during the medical appointment beyond the physical exam highlighting cases throughout the presentation. Ways medical providers interact with partners in the MDT. Learning Objectives: How […]
