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SUMMARY:NAPD/PDAP Next Level Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Next Level Management Conference hosted by NAPD and PDAP. This training is designed for those in management roles within a PA Public Defender’s office\, including PD attorneys\, core staff managers\, investigators\, social service staff\, and paralegals. While this is not the Chief’s Conference (scheduled for 2025)\, Chief Defenders who manage others are welcome to attend. Registration spots are limited\, with preference given to Pennsylvania PDs. \nThe registration fee covers some meals\, and you can book your room using our room block at this link. The cut-off date to book is October 13th. \nThis training provides 9.5 Pennsylvania CLE credits\, which are free for PA Public Defenders. NAPD is not able to advise on CLE for participants outside of PA. If you’re from another state\, please consult your state’s CLE contact to determine if credits would be available for this training. \n\n\n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/napd-pdap-next-level-management-conference/
LOCATION:Private: Penn Stater Conference Center\, 215 Innovation Blvd\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
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SUMMARY:Investigator Supervisor Meetup: 2024-11-13- Open Chat
DESCRIPTION:Hi Supervisors\,\nIt’s a new month and it’s time for a new conversation for all of you supervisors out there! Based on past conversations\, we have provided help to one another in ways only another leader can understand! How can we help this Month?\nCome join us!
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-supervisor-meetup-2024-11-13-open-chat/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-supervisor-meetup-2024-11-13-open-chat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
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SUMMARY:JOIN US our November 2024 edition of the RACIAL JUSTICE MEETUP!
DESCRIPTION:Racial Justice Advocates\,\n\nJOIN US our November 2024 edition of the RACIAL JUSTICE MEETUP!\n\nIn honor of National Native American/Indigenous Peoples’ Month\, Lydia Schildt will lead us in a presentation entitled\, Boarding Schools & Their Impact on Racial Justice for Indigenous Peoples.\n\nLet’s educate ourselves! Don’t miss this meetup! The meetup flyer\, agenda\, and speaker bio will be posted on the listserv.\n\nNot on the Racial Justice listserv? Send your request to be added to BGT\, DEIJ Coordinator\, at Brittanygt@publicdefenders.us.\n\nSee you soon\, NAPD!
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/join-us-our-november-2024-edition/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
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SUMMARY:Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Criminal Justice\, Forensic Mental Health\, & Legal Implications
DESCRIPTION:Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic and multifaceted metabolic disease and is considered a significant public health issue and global epidemic. Designed for professionals working in criminal justice\, forensic mental health\, and legal settings\, this training provides attendees with a working understanding of the causes\, consequences\, and interventions associated with T2DM among criminal justice and forensic mental health-based populations. Regardless of criminal justice system phase (ranging from arrest to community supervision)\, undiagnosed and unmanaged T2DM can significantly impact a person’s mood\, behavior\, cognition\, and physical health. A primary goal of this training is to learn why criminal justice\, forensic mental health\, and legal professionals should become T2DM informed. Empirically based research findings will be highlighted throughout this training. \nJerrod Brown\, Ph.D.\, M.A.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, is a professor\, trainer\, researcher\, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS). Jerrod has also provided consultation services to a number of caregivers\, professionals\, and organizations pertaining to topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD)\, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)\, confabulation\, suggestibility\, sleep disturbances\, trauma and other life adversities\, alexithymia\, executive dysfunction\, criminal recidivism\, traumatic brain injury (TBI)\, and youth firesetting. Jerrod has completed four separate master’s degree programs and holds graduate certificates in Medical Biochemistry\, Exercise Prescription\, Neuroscience and the Law\, Neuropsychology\, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)\, Other Health Disabilities (OHD)\, and Traumatic-Brain Injuries (TBI). In 2021\, Jerrod completed a post-doctoral certificate in Leadership and Organizational Strategy from Walden University and a Professional Certificate in Forensic Psychology from San Diego State University Global Campus. In 2023\, Jerrod completed a diabetes care and education certificate from Central Arizona College. Currently\, Jerrod is pursuing his fifth master’s degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition from Northeast College of Health Sciences. Jerrod has also conducted over 300 workshops\, webinars\, and on-demand trainings for various organizations and professional and student audiences. Jerrod has published several articles and book chapters\, and recently\, co-edited the book Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals (Brown & Weinkauf\, 2018) with Erv Weinkauf. Jerrod has also been quoted in various magazines\, newspapers\, and other professional outlets. Jerrod is also regularly featured on several national and international podcast programs.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/type-2-diabetes-mellitus/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241109
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SUMMARY:Virtual - The Color of Mitigation Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Color of Mitigation is aimed at practitioners of color that work as\, or are interested in\, becoming mitigation specialists. \nWhat is a mitigation specialist? Mitigation specialists are vital members of criminal defense teams\, representing clients that are facing the death penalty in 24 out of 50 states in addition to those charged at a federal level. They are skilled members of the death penalty or capital teams who conduct life history investigations to humanize clients to the courts\, juries\, and other decision-makers. \nThe Color of Mitigation will welcome those interested in this area of defense work and provide critical training for those in the field. Accomplished members of the capital defense community will lead conference sessions and help build a strong professional network. \nWe will also help attendees build their professional/company profiles and assist them in gaining access to the field\, one that serves many people of color as defendants but does not have an open door for practitioners of color. \nTopics will include \n\nThe Evolution and Future of Mitigation\nNavigating Racial Dynamics in Capital Defense\nAdvanced Mitigation Techniques: Crafting Compelling Life Stories\nThe Intersection of Mental Health and Mitigation\nBuilding a Career in Mitigation: Access\, Networking\, and Growth\nThe Role of Race\, Identity\, and Client Advocacy\nWellness and Resilience in High-Stakes Advocacy\nClosing Session: Reflecting on Our Work and Moving Forward\n\nThis training is curated for: \n\nPersons of color\nCapital Mitigation investigators\nSocial workers interested in capital work\nInvestigators doing mitigation on capital cases\nFact investigators transitioning into mitigation investigation\nCapital mitigation attorneys\nClient advocates preparing mitigation and alternative sentencing plans\, etc.\n\nApply for a Scholarship .  Deadline Oct 15.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/virtual-the-color-of-mitigation-conference/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T130000
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SUMMARY:Social Work Meetup: Let's Brainstorm the Tough Cases
DESCRIPTION:This week’s meetup will focus on the tough cases: those you may have a hard time working with\, or because there’s limited rapport built with the client\, or because of community or media attention. Come to the meetup with your tough case scenarios and we will brainstorm together how we might approach it to get over any barriers of mitigation development. \nStephanne Cline Thornton is the Clinical Director for the West Virginia Judicial and Lawyer Assistance Program\, owner of Transform Legal\, focusing on mitigation and training\, and serves as the NAPD Social Work Resource and Training Coordinator. She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor focusing on access to trauma and substance use disorder treatment to ensure the health and well-being of affected individuals. Recognizing the prevalent intersection of stress\, trauma\, substance use\, and mental health conditions with some practitioners of the law\, Stephanne believes in health\, sustainability\, and mindful practices to ensure those in the helping professions care for themselves to better care for those they are serving.\nStephanne earned a Master of Divinity degree from Emory University Candler School of Theology in the Honors Program\, and a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Georgia. She has been clinically licensed as a social worker and addictions counselor since 2004 and additionally holds certificates as Certified Addiction Counselor Level III\, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional\, and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider. Stephanne’s clinical training background is in trauma\, and she is on the Trauma-Informed Care Network Speakers Bureau and presents on trauma\, substance use\, and self-care across the state and at national conferences. \nStephanne is a West Virginia State Advisory Committee Member to the United States Commission on Civil Rights\, Chair of the Court Systems and Criminal Justice Populations Subcommittee to the Governor’s Council on Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment\, and is a Board Member on the West Virginia Board of Social Work and West Virginia Association of Addiction and Prevention Professionals. She resides in Charleston\, West Virginia with her husband and their tiger tabby. \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-lets-brainstorm-the-tough-cases/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000
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SUMMARY:Social Work Meetup: Open Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This week is an open discussion on ideas\, topics\, research\, anonymous/redacted case consults\, whatever is on your mind to share\, discuss\, or engage with! You’ll be in charge of the topics and material so come with ideas in mind! \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-open-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T140000
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SUMMARY:Social Worker Supervisors Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This discussion will focus on how to give constructive feedback to enhance performance\, and also how to self-advocate for us/more of us/the need for us in our offices. \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-worker-supervisors-discussion-2/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T160000
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SUMMARY:Gut-Brain Axis Dysfunction: Criminal Justice and Forensic Mental Health Considerations
DESCRIPTION:The gut-brain axis is the communication network that links cognitive and emotional processing of the brain to the body’s gastrointestinal functions. The bedrock of this axis is bidirectional communication between the central nervous system and the enteric nervous system. The gut-brain axis plays a critical role in food intake\, metabolism\, insulin levels\, perceptions of satiety\, and mood to name a few. The functioning of the gut-brain axis can be influenced by diet\, sleep quality\, environmental toxins\, social surroundings\, and the experience of stress among other factors. Emerging research is also finding that gut-brain axis dysfunction may have significant implications for problematic\, concerning\, and antisocial behaviors. Designed for professionals working in criminal justice\, forensic mental health\, and legal settings\, this training provides attendees with a working understanding of the causes\, consequences\, and interventions associated with gut-brain axis dysfunction among criminal justice and forensic mental health-based populations. Other topics discussed in this training include neurocriminology\, emotional dysregulation\, impulsive behaviors\, anger\, aggression\, and violence\, substance use disorders\, mental health conditions\, hormonal dysfunction\, prenatal and postnatal trauma\, other life adversities\, central nervous system dysfunction\, allostatic load\, biological despair\, HPA axis dysregulation\, inflammation\, and sleep disturbances. A primary goal of this training is to learn why criminal justice\, forensic mental health\, and legal professionals should become gut-brain axis informed. Empirically based research findings will be highlighted throughout this training. \nJerrod Brown\, Ph.D.\, M.A.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, is a professor\, trainer\, researcher\, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS). Jerrod has also provided consultation services to a number of caregivers\, professionals\, and organizations pertaining to topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD)\, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)\, confabulation\, suggestibility\, trauma and other life adversities\, alexithymia\, executive dysfunction\, criminal recidivism\, traumatic brain injury (TBI)\, and youth firesetting. Jerrod has completed four separate master’s degree programs and holds graduate certificates in Medical Biochemistry\, Exercise Prescription\, Neuroscience and the Law\, Neuropsychology\, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)\, Other Health Disabilities (OHD)\, and Traumatic-Brain Injuries (TBI). In 2021\, Jerrod completed a post-doctoral certificate in Leadership and Organizational Strategy from Walden University and a Professional Certificate in Forensic Psychology from San Diego State University Global Campus. In 2023\, Jerrod completed a diabetes care and education certificate from Central Arizona College. Currently\, Jerrod is pursuing his fifth master’s degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition from Northeast College of Health Sciences. Jerrod has also conducted over 200 workshops\, webinars\, and on-demand trainings for various organizations and professional and student audiences. Jerrod has published several articles and book chapters\, and recently\, co-edited the book Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals (Brown & Weinkauf\, 2018) with Erv Weinkauf. Jerrod has also been quoted in various magazines\, newspapers\, and other professional outlets. Jerrod is also regularly featured on several national and international podcast programs.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/gut-brain/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T150000
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SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup: 10/11/2024 2:00 ET\, 1:00 CT\, 12:00 MT\, 11:00 PT – Drones!
DESCRIPTION:That’s right\, let’s talk drones!\nDid you know that you need to pass an FAA test to fly a drone? We will learn what the test entails\, what it costs and what you need to study. Beyond the test you need to know how to fly it\, where you are and NOT allowed to fly it and what they can do for us!  We will also be told about costs\, where to get drones and any concerns in using them.  Come Join us!\nJoin us along with these representatives from UAVCoach.com school of drones\, to answer theses questions and all of your others too!\nMike McGuirt\nCustomer Support Manager\nMike served nearly 28 years in the U.S. Air Force\, where he held various management and leadership roles in human resources\, supporting personnel around the globe. Most recently\, he spent 3 years as a high school Aerospace Science Instructor\, where he started and grew the drone program. Mike has a BS in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University and an MA in Management and Leadership from Webster University. Mike and his wife of over 30 years raised two sons and lived in many unique places; they now reside in Jonesboro\, AR. \n\n\n\nMichael Miller\nEnrollment Advisor\n\n\nMichael is passionate about helping others and building long lasting relationships. His career path has been an exciting adventure\, marked by diverse experiences in a variety of industries. From his early days as an education advisor in the fitness & wellness industry\, to his most recent role as a financial coach\, Michael has served thousands of clients to better their lives. Through his belief in kindness\, empathy and continuous self-improvement Michael is committed to finding new ways to make a positive impact on the world around him and leaving a legacy of excellence. He spends his free time with his wife\, son and daughter and they all love to dance.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-10-11-2024-drones/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T150000
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SUMMARY:Investigator Supervisors Meetup: 10/9/2024 - Open Chat
DESCRIPTION:Hi supervisors\, \nIt’s a new month and it’s time for a new conversation for all of you supervisors out there! Based on past conversations\, we have provided help to one another in ways only another leader can understand! How can we help this Month? \nCome join us! \n  \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-supervisors-meetup-10-9-2024-open-chat/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T150000
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SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup: 10/04/2024 2:00 ET\, 1:00 CT\, 12:00 MT\, 11:00 PT - Open Chat
DESCRIPTION:Investigators\, \nWe know how things can get stressful\, and we’re here to help lighten the load. Our meetup is totally laid-back—no set agenda\, just an open conversation. It’s happening virtually this Friday\, the perfect day to unwind! So\, bring your thoughts\, complaints\, wins\, or whatever is on your mind. Let’s hop online\, and catch up! \nSee you on Friday! \nJon
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-10-04-2024-open-chat/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240927T163116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T163949Z
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SUMMARY:Social Work Meetup: Team Work Makes Dream Work
DESCRIPTION:Team work in defense based teams is critical to comprehensive and quality representation of clients. But what happens when you feel like you are working in a silo as a mitigation specialist? This discussion will focus on ways we can proactively\, actively\, and responsively work our ways into the team (or reintegrate back into the team) to do our best collective and collaborative work. Join the discussions to share ways you put yourself back in the team! \nStephanne 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 Social Work Training and Resource Coordinator for NAPD\, Clinical Director for the West Virginia Judicial and Lawyer Assistance Program\, and owner of Transform Legal\, a consultancy focused on mitigation\, training\, and sustainability. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor\, Stephanne focuses on proper assessment for and access to trauma and substance use disorder treatment to ensure the health and well-being of affected individuals. Stephanne is on the Trauma-Informed Care Network Speakers Bureau and uses that platform to call attention to the intersection of secondary traumatic stress and legal practice. She approaches her work with clients\, lawyers\, social workers\, and mitigation specialists through a contextualized mitigation lens. \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-team-work-makes-dream-work/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-team-work-makes-dream-work/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240924T205016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T205016Z
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SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup: 09/27/2024 2:00 ET\, 1:00 CT\, 12:00 MT\, 11:00 PT - Open Chat
DESCRIPTION:We know how things can get stressful\, and we’re here to help lighten the load. Our meetup is totally laid-back—no set agenda\, just an open conversation. It’s happening virtually this Friday\, the perfect day to unwind! So\, bring your thoughts\, complaints\, wins\, or whatever is on your mind. Let’s hop online\, and catch up! \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-9-27-2024/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-9-27-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240923T150240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T164342Z
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SUMMARY:DEI advocates\, JOIN US our September 2024 edition of the DEIJ+ MEETUP!
DESCRIPTION:DEI Advocates\,\n\nJOIN US our September 2024 edition of the DEIJ MEETUP!\n\nBGT will lead us in our DEI Impact Scenarios!  Bring your DEI issue\, challenge\, or problem with you\, share it with the meetup\, and let’s problem solve together.\n\nDon’t miss this meetup! The meetup flyer and agenda will be posted on the listserv.\n\nBe sure that you don’t miss a DEIJ Meetup (every fourth Wednesday of the month) or our discussions by adding our calendar and joining the listserv.\n\nAre you a DEI+ Advocate/ Leader? Not on the listserv?  Send your request to be added to the DEIJ listserv to BGT\, DEIJ Coordinator\, at Brittanygt@publicdefenders.us.\n\nSee you soon\, DEIJ!
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/dei-advocates-join-us-our-september-2024-edition-of-the-deij-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240701T210418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T145713Z
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SUMMARY:Sleep Disturbances and Disorders: Criminal Justice\, Forensic Mental Health\, and Legal Considerations
DESCRIPTION:Adequate sleep is the foundation to optimal emotional\, behavioral\, social\, and physical health functioning. Unfortunately\, problems associated with sleep are a common issue among individuals in the general population\, with even higher rates reported among criminal justice and forensic mental health-involved populations. As such\, it is imperative for these impacted individuals to receive appropriate supports and services from professional providers who understand the complexities of sleep dysfunction and its implications for concerning\, problematic\, criminal\, and vulnerable behaviors. Designed for professionals working in criminal justice\, forensic mental health\, and legal settings\, this training provides attendees with a working understanding of the causes\, consequences\, and interventions associated with sleep disturbances and disorders among criminal justice and forensic mental health-based populations. Other topics discussed in this training include anger\, aggression\, and violence\, incarceration\, suggestibility\, misinformation effect\, fantasy proneness\, false confessions\, vulnerability and victimization\, executive dysfunction\, error monitoring deficits\, uncertainty\, rule following problems\, carelessness\, problematic coping strategies\, circadian rhythm misalignment. language impairment\, auditory processing deficits\, social cognition\, sluggish cognitive tempo\, comprehension deficits\, fatigue\, information processing deficits\, choice-making deficits\, abstract reasoning deficits\, memory confusion\, self-regulation deficits\, and sensory processing limitations to name a few. Empirically based research findings examples will be highlighted throughout this training. \nJerrod Brown\, Ph.D.\, M.A.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, is a professor\, trainer\, researcher\, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS). Jerrod has also provided consultation services to a number of caregivers\, professionals\, and organizations pertaining to topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD)\, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)\, confabulation\, suggestibility\, trauma and other life adversities\, alexithymia\, executive dysfunction\, criminal recidivism\, traumatic brain injury (TBI)\, and youth firesetting. Jerrod has completed four separate master’s degree programs and holds graduate certificates in Medical Biochemistry\, Exercise Prescription\, Neuroscience and the Law\, Neuropsychology\, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)\, Other Health Disabilities (OHD)\, and Traumatic-Brain Injuries (TBI). In 2021\, Jerrod completed a post-doctoral certificate in Leadership and Organizational Strategy from Walden University and a Professional Certificate in Forensic Psychology from San Diego State University Global Campus. In 2023\, Jerrod completed a diabetes care and education certificate from Central Arizona College. Currently\, Jerrod is pursuing his fifth master’s degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition from Northeast College of Health Sciences. Jerrod has also conducted over 200 workshops\, webinars\, and on-demand trainings for various organizations and professional and student audiences. Jerrod has published several articles and book chapters\, and recently\, co-edited the book Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals (Brown & Weinkauf\, 2018) with Erv Weinkauf. Jerrod has also been quoted in various magazines\, newspapers\, and other professional outlets. Jerrod is also regularly featured on several national and international podcast programs.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/sleep-disturbances/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/sleep-disturbances/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240918T200925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T201908Z
UID:10000223-1726837200-1726840800@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup: 9/20/2024 - 2:00 ET\, 1:00 CT\, 12:00 MT\, 11:00 PT - Open Chat
DESCRIPTION:Hey Investigators! \nWe know how things can get stressful\, and we’re here to help lighten the load. Our meetup is totally laid-back—no set agenda\, just an open conversation. It’s happening virtually this Friday\, the perfect day to unwind! So\, bring your thoughts\, complaints\, wins\, or whatever is on your mind. Let’s hop online\,  and catch up! \nSee you Friday\, \nJon
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-9-20-2024-open-chat/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-9-20-2024-open-chat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240801T120427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T153355Z
UID:10000206-1726747200-1726758000@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Virtual Open Space on Public Defense Independence
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nProtecting Independence \nTo serve their clients\, public defenders must be free from political and judicial control. NAPD’s Foundational Principles and the American Bar Association’s (ABA) Ten Principles of a Public Defense Delivery System therefore discourage practices that undermine defense independence\, like: \n\nJustices controlling oversight boards\nLaw enforcement officials having oversight roles\nGovernors having exclusive appointment powers\nCounty officials removing directors at will\nJudges selecting defense lawyers for their courtrooms\nJudges restricting defense expenses\n\nWhen independence is challenged\, NAPD makes our voice heard\, most recently in places like Connecticut\, Louisiana\, and Colorado. We are now partnering with the ABA Criminal Justice Section and Standing Committee on Legal Aid and Indigent Defense on a Task Force on Public Defense Independence. NAPD and the ABA Task Force are co-hosting this event.  \nThis virtual Open Space event is an opportunity for defenders from around the country to workshop local issues and shape national advocacy on this key issue. \nOpen Space Format \nRather than having experts deliver presentations and answer questions\, Open Spaces are designed for participants to start their own “rooms” for discussions and move between those rooms freely\, guided by where they feel they are learning and contributing. \nWe will have a brief opening in which participants offer their own topics for discussion\, then have two rounds of discussion in which they can move from room to room. We will close by sharing notes from each discussion\, which will be sent to all meeting participants. \nPast virtual Open Spaces on recruitment and workloads have produced practical strategies for addressing those challenges. Please join us on September 19 to discuss how to take action to protect the integrity of public defense systems.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/virtual-open-space-on-public-defense-independence/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/virtual-open-space-on-public-defense-independence/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240916T183856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T183951Z
UID:10000220-1726660800-1726664400@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Social Work Meetup: Writing Without Placing Blame
DESCRIPTION:In mitigation writing\, there is a delicate balance of identifying the harms done to the client while not (always) overtly placing blame on the parent or adult provider. The client may benefit from the parent/provider as a lifeline for their future\, or may not see the situation in the same way as you; thus\, discretion in writing (and blaming) is important. How do you address intergenerational trauma\, or other harms committed by the parent or adult provider\, while still working to preserve the role of the parent/provider in the client’s life for the future? \nStephanne 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 Social Work Training and Resource Coordinator for NAPD\, Clinical Director for the West Virginia Judicial and Lawyer Assistance Program\, and owner of Transform Legal\, a consultancy focused on mitigation\, training\, and sustainability. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor\, Stephanne focuses on proper assessment for and access to trauma and substance use disorder treatment to ensure the health and well-being of affected individuals. Stephanne is on the Trauma-Informed Care Network Speakers Bureau and uses that platform to call attention to the intersection of secondary traumatic stress and legal practice. She approaches her work with clients\, lawyers\, social workers\, and mitigation specialists through a contextualized mitigation lens. \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-2024-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-2024-09-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240916T175615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T184830Z
UID:10000219-1726578000-1726581600@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Social Worker Supervisor Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will continue the monthly discussion of the Social Worker Supervisor Meeting. This meeting is open to social workers\, mitigation specialists\, sentencing advocates\, and others in supervisory roles. \nKevin Bishop\, LCSW\, Social Worker Coordinator with The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (CO); Michael E. Moore\, LMSW\, Social Work Supervisor with The Legal Aid Society\, Criminal Defense Practice (NY); and Claudia Dunne\, LICSW\, Director of Social Work & Private Social Service Vendors\, Youth Advocacy Division (YAD)\, CPCS (MA). \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-worker-supervisors-mu-24-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-worker-supervisors-mu-24-09-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240911T200850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T202059Z
UID:10000216-1726232400-1726236000@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup: 9/13/2024 - 2:00 ET\, 1:00 CT\, 12:00 MT\, 11:00 PT - Open Chat
DESCRIPTION:Hey Investigators! \nWe know how things can get stressful\, and we’re here to help lighten the load. Our meetup is totally laid-back—no set agenda\, just an open conversation. It’s happening virtually this Friday\, the perfect day to unwind! So\, bring your thoughts\, complaints\, wins\, or whatever is on your mind. Let’s hop online\,  and catch up! \nSee you Friday\, \nJon
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/inv-mu-9-13-24/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/inv-mu-9-13-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240910T132836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T133204Z
UID:10000215-1725973200-1725976800@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:We’re back!  JOIN US our September 2024 edition of the RACIAL JUSTICE MEETUP!
DESCRIPTION:We’re back! JOIN US our September 2024 edition of the RACIAL JUSTICE MEETUP!\n\n\nWe will be led by meetup speaker\, Vickie Mwitanti\, Esq. Vickie will lead us in a presentation – Using Data to Promote Racial Justice In and Out of the Courtroom. Get ready to learn and brainstorm! Don’t miss this meetup!\n\nThe meetup agenda\, speaker bio\, and reminders will be posted on the listserv.\n\nBe sure that you don’t miss a Racial Justice Meetup (every second Tuesday of the month) or our discussions by adding our calendar and joining the listserv.\n\nNot on the listserv? Send your request to be added to the DEIJ listserv to BGT\, DEIJ Coordinator\, at Brittanygt@publicdefenders.us.\n\nSee you soon!
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/join-us-for-the-sept-2024-edition-of-the-racial-justice-meetup-2/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240904T153243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T154018Z
UID:10000214-1725631200-1725634800@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup: Open Chat
DESCRIPTION:Hey Investigators\, \nWe understand how things can get stressful\, and we’re here to make it better. Our meetup? It’s more of an open conversation—no strict agenda. It’s Friday\, a perfect day to let off steam! Bring your complaints\, quirks\, and successes. Let’s hang out! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-open-chat-6/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-open-chat-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240422T174139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T142611Z
UID:10000151-1725624000-1725804000@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Team Mitigation Institute - Seattle
DESCRIPTION:Mitigation created by a team of professionals in non-capital cases is increasingly becoming the standard of practice. This bring-your-own-case institute is designed for defense teams to work on the mitigation for a non-capital client.  The institute is a mix of presentations followed up by small group work facilitated by experienced faculty.   Participants are encouraged to come with their defense team (attorneys\, investigators\, paralegals\, social workers\, mitigation specialists and other sentencing advocates).  However\, if all of your team members are unable to attend\, sole participants are also welcome. \nSmall groups will be assigned to promote discussion among teams handling similar types of cases (i.e.\, offense charged\, juvenile or mental illness).  In addition\, some teams will work on cases where clients have a realistic chance of diversion while others may work toward reducing the term of incarceration for clients. \nPricing before July 15\, 2024   $450 NAPD Members\, $600 Non Members \nPricing July 16 and beyond  $550 NAPD Members\, $700 Non Members \nAugust 16th registration deadline \nWe know you may need to convince someone else to approve you joining us.   Check out our Convince Your Boss Resources for a sample letter and other information. \nApply for registration fee scholarship here   Scholarship deadline August 1. \nWe have a hotel room block with the Silver Cloud Hotel Broadway for $229 per night plus taxes and fees. Book your stay here  or call 206 325 1400 and ask for “NAPD 2024 Team Mitigation” group rate.  Deadline Aug 15 or when rooms in the block run out.   \nSee the current draft of the schedule \nPlease review NAPD Event Policies regarding attendance and cancellations \nNeed help with this registration process?  Watch this video.  
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/team-mitigation-institute/
LOCATION:Seattle University School of Law\, 901 12th Ave\, Seattle\, WA\, 98122\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240715T152342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T152342Z
UID:10000196-1725451200-1725454800@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Social Work Meetup: Research Swap!
DESCRIPTION:We all rely on research or data sets to help us in our mitigation development\, so let’s have a research swap! Bring a pdf or link to some of your favorite research articles that you use to help bolster your mitigation work and share them in the chat! Extra appreciation for those who share the links/pdfs and talk about what the research shows and how you used it! \nStephanne 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 Social Work Training and Resource Coordinator for NAPD\, Clinical Director for the West Virginia Judicial and Lawyer Assistance Program\, and owner of Transform Legal\, a consultancy focused on mitigation\, training\, and sustainability. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor\, Stephanne focuses on proper assessment for and access to trauma and substance use disorder treatment to ensure the health and well-being of affected individuals. Stephanne is on the Trauma-Informed Care Network Speakers Bureau and uses that platform to call attention to the intersection of secondary traumatic stress and legal practice. She approaches her work with clients\, lawyers\, social workers\, and mitigation specialists through a contextualized mitigation lens.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-research-swap/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-research-swap/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240714T163524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240714T163524Z
UID:10000195-1724241600-1724245200@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Social Work Meetup and a Discussion of Peer Navigator Roles
DESCRIPTION:This week’s meetup will discuss peer navigator roles\, which offices have peer navigators\, how peers are utilized as part of the team\, and what special expertise peers bring to this work. The role of “peer navigator” can be broad to include directly impacted persons previously involved in the criminal legal system\, to persons in recovery from substance use disorder\, to parents with lived experience in the family regulation system – and more! Come join the discussion! \nStephanne 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 Social Work Training and Resource Coordinator for NAPD\, Clinical Director for the West Virginia Judicial and Lawyer Assistance Program\, and owner of Transform Legal\, a consultancy focused on mitigation\, training\, and sustainability. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor\, Stephanne focuses on proper assessment for and access to trauma and substance use disorder treatment to ensure the health and well-being of affected individuals. Stephanne is on the Trauma-Informed Care Network Speakers Bureau and uses that platform to call attention to the intersection of secondary traumatic stress and legal practice. She approaches her work with clients\, lawyers\, social workers\, and mitigation specialists through a contextualized mitigation lens.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-peers/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-peers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240816T142359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T142415Z
UID:10000213-1724158800-1724162400@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Social Worker Supervisors Meetup: Discussion on Performance Standards and More
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Supervisor’s Discussion will carry forward the conversation of establishing performance standards\, growing in the practice\, systems of accountability with supervises\, and how to track caseloads and the work that is happening on cases.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-worker-supervisors-meetup-discussion-on-performance-standards-and-more/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-worker-supervisors-meetup-discussion-on-performance-standards-and-more/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240612T000203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T205053Z
UID:10000179-1724079600-1724083200@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD): Criminal Justice\, Forensic Mental Health\, and Legal Considerations
DESCRIPTION:Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopment disorder caused by prenatal exposure to alcohol. This spectrum of disorders is characterized by deficits in cognitive (e.g.\, inhibition\, information processing\, and memory) and adaptive functioning (e.g.\, communication skills\, problem-solving\, and decision-making). These symptoms place some individuals with FASD at risk for involvement in the criminal justice system. Once involved\, individuals with FASD usually struggle to make legal decisions\, participates in their legal defense\, and conform to conditions of incarceration or community supervision. Designed for professionals working in criminal justice\, forensic mental health\, and legal settings\, this training broadens awareness of FASD and identifies practices and techniques designed to improve outcomes when working with persons with suspected or confirmed FASD. Other topics discussed in this training include executive dysfunction\, suggestibility\, confabulation\, gullibility\, auditory processing deficits\, alexithymia\, theory of mind (ToM)\, sluggish cognitive tempo\, comprehension deficits\, sleep disturbances and fatigue\, information processing deficits\, choice-making deficits\, abstract reasoning deficits\, memory confusion\, self-regulation deficits\, and sensory processing limitations to name a few. Empirically based research findings and case study examples will be highlighted throughout this training. \nJerrod Brown\, Ph.D.\, M.A.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, M.S.\, is a professor\, trainer\, researcher\, and consultant with multiple years of experience teaching collegiate courses. Jerrod is also the founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS). Jerrod has also provided consultation services to a number of caregivers\, professionals\, and organizations pertaining to topics related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD)\, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)\, confabulation\, suggestibility\, trauma and other life adversities\, alexithymia\, executive dysfunction\, criminal recidivism\, traumatic brain injury (TBI)\, and youth firesetting. Jerrod has completed four separate master’s degree programs and holds graduate certificates in Neuroscience and the Law\, Neuropsychology\, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)\, Other Health Disabilities (OHD)\, and Traumatic-Brain Injuries (TBI). In 2021\, Jerrod completed a post-doctoral certificate in Leadership and Organizational Strategy from Walden University and a Professional Certificate in Forensic Psychology from San Diego State University Global Campus. In 2023\, Jerrod completed a diabetes care and education certificate from Central Arizona College. Currently\, Jerrod is pursuing his fifth master’s degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition from Northeast College of Health Sciences. Jerrod has also conducted over 200 workshops\, webinars\, and on-demand trainings for various organizations and professional and student audiences. Jerrod has published several articles and book chapters\, and recently\, co-edited the book Forensic Mental Health: A Source Guide for Professionals (Brown & Weinkauf\, 2018) with Erv Weinkauf. Jerrod has also been quoted in various magazines\, newspapers\, and other professional outlets. Jerrod is also regularly featured on several national and international podcast programs. Email: Jerrod01234Brown@live.com \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-fasd-criminal-justice-forensic-mental-health-and-legal-considerations/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-fasd-criminal-justice-forensic-mental-health-and-legal-considerations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240325T194639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T130954Z
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SUMMARY:We the Defenders (Social Work Track - CEU Purchase)
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URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/we-the-defenders-social-work-track/
LOCATION:Wayne State University\, 471 W Palmer Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T133546
CREATED:20240325T194007Z
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SUMMARY:We the Defenders (for all but the social work track)
DESCRIPTION:This August 12 – 15\, 2024\, in Detroit\, Michigan at Wayne State University\, one of the top research and community engagement centers in the country with a focus on holistic defense\, NAPD will bring together the pivotal workers in defense-based systems. “We the Defenders” is the essential conference for public defense investigators\, mitigation specialists\, social workers\, paralegals\, and other core staff – all roles except attorneys – who play a critical role in defense-based work. Development opportunities\, networking\, collaboration\, and sustainability are woven into the various workshops\, small groups\, plenaries\, and sessions at We the Defenders. This is a celebration of the diversity\, skill\, and dedication that you bring to the public defense community and an acknowledgment that every member of the team is vital. We hope to see you in Detroit! \nPricing before June 17\, 2024\, $595 NAPD Members\, $695 Non Members \nPricing June 18 and beyond  $645 NAPD Members\, $745 Non Members \nJuly 29th registration deadline \nNeed help with this registration process?  Watch this video.   \nScholarship Application – Due June 1 \nCheck out the current schedule – still developing \nWe know you may need to convince someone else to approve you joining us.   Check out our Convince Your Boss Resources for a sample letter and other information. \nLimited Hotel Room block rates available at Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown and DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown \nWe will provide transportation from the Hotel to the Conference and back again each day via  via the Art Bus \nFrom past participants \nThe NAPD “We The Defenders” conference is a “Must Attend Event!” I’ve attended twice (Indianapolis 2017 & Albuquerque 2023)\, and each time I walk away with new resources\, new ideas\, new contacts and a renewed sense of enthusiasm to share what I learned with co-workers and excited to implement knowledge gained to better assist my clients! It’s inspiring to meet others who are also “TEAM DEFENSE!” We stand together and make our voices heard! \n‘WTD’ has ignited a fire in me to be more actively involved overall. I certainly want to attend everything NAPD has to offer. Until the next time I attend\, I will take advantage of any opportunities provided to increase my knowledge in mitigation to better serve our people. Learning never stops in my book! Thank you NAPD for this feeling of empowerment. \nMy first NAPD conference and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I returned to work inspired and rejuvenated – I didn’t even realize I needed rejuvenating. It was wonderful to be in a sea of professionals who do the same work I do. I felt seen and heard\, especially when discussing some of the challenges we face. It was a wonderful conference\, and I am happy I went.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/we-the-defenders-for-all-but-the-social-work-track/
LOCATION:Wayne State University\, 471 W Palmer Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Conference
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