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Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome (WKS) is a serious brain condition due to a thiamine deficiency (i.e., vitamin B1) that is primarily caused by chronic alcohol consumption and malnutrition. WKS consists… View Details

This 60-minute virtual gathering is designed as a practical, working session—not a webinar. Together, we will:Workshop active campaigns involving statutes, rules, budget advocacy, and administrative… View Details

Stephanne Cline Thornton is a West Virginia native who has worked in and around criminal defense and mitigation for more than 20 years in Georgia, Colorado, and West Virginia. She is currently the… View Details

Better advocacy through better trainingTraining doesn't have to happen in a vacuum. Join us this afternoon at 3:30 PM EDT (12:30 PM PDT) for our weekly Meetup with public defender trainers from… View Details

Stephanne Cline Thornton is a West Virginia native who has worked in and around criminal defense and mitigation for more than 20 years in Georgia, Colorado, and West Virginia. She is currently the… View Details

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. DEIJ is central to the mission of NAPD. We offer a series of Webinars and Meetups (facilitated discussion groups for our members).

Better advocacy through better trainingTraining doesn't have to happen in a vacuum. Join us this afternoon at 3:30 PM EDT (12:30 PM PDT) for our weekly Meetup with public defender trainers from… View Details

Topic Discussion or Guest Speaker - TBDJONATHAN “Jon” LYON is currently the Investigator Resource Coordinator, past Member Support Coordinator, and the national survey investigator for National… View Details

Sleep disruption and the resulting fatigue are a universal human challenge, yet their impact on the outcomes of the criminal justice system is neglected or misunderstood. In this vein, emerging… View Details

Better advocacy through better trainingTraining doesn't have to happen in a vacuum. Join us this afternoon at 3:30 PM EDT (12:30 PM PDT) for our weekly Meetup with public defender trainers from… View Details

We all have our share challenges and triumphs in our let’s chat about that and anything else you want to chat about as well! It’s time to check in!JONATHAN “Jon” LYON is currently the Investigator… View Details

Stephanne Cline Thornton is a West Virginia native who has worked in and around criminal defense and mitigation for more than 20 years in Georgia, Colorado, and West Virginia. She is currently the… View Details

Exclusive to supervisors, discussions relevant to leading a team of investigators and specialists.JONATHAN “Jon” LYON is currently the Investigator Resource Coordinator, past Member Support… View Details

Together, We Are the CultureAs we build this community, remember that culture is not imposed; It is grown.“You are essential. You are worth sustaining.”You’re not alone.Let’s walk this road together,… View Details

Better advocacy through better trainingTraining doesn't have to happen in a vacuum. Join us this afternoon at 3:30 PM EDT (12:30 PM PDT) for our weekly Meetup with public defender trainers from… View Details

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. DEIJ is central to the mission of NAPD. We offer a series of Webinars and Meetups (facilitated discussion groups for our members).

This 60-minute virtual gathering is designed as a practical, working session—not a webinar. Together, we will:Workshop active campaigns involving statutes, rules, budget advocacy, and administrative… View Details

Stephanne Cline Thornton is a West Virginia native who has worked in and around criminal defense and mitigation for more than 20 years in Georgia, Colorado, and West Virginia. She is currently the… View Details

Better advocacy through better trainingTraining doesn't have to happen in a vacuum. Join us this afternoon at 3:30 PM EDT (12:30 PM PDT) for our weekly Meetup with public defender trainers from… View Details

Exposure to lead, a neurotoxin, can have devastating consequences on organ systems, including the brain and heart. For instance, lead exposure during the prenatal period and early childhood can… View Details