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SUMMARY:Racial Justice Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Start your New Year off right by joining us for our first RACIAL JUSTICE MEETUP of 2025! \nLet’s introduce ourselves and set our intentions for the year so we can do the work!  Don’t miss this meetup! Meetup flyer and agenda will be posted on the listserv. Be sure that you don’t miss a Racial Justice Meetup (every second Tuesday of the month)\, add it to your calendar here. \nNot on the Racial Justice listserv? Send your request to be added to BGT\, DEIJ Coordinator\, at Brittanygt@publicdefenders.us. \nSee you soon\, NAPD!
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/racial-justice-meetup-2/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
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SUMMARY:Investigator Supervisor Meetup: First meeting of the year!
DESCRIPTION:Hi supervisors\, \nCome join us for the first meetup of the year! What are your plans for the coming year and what we hope to accomplish\, and what we did well in the past year! \nSee you Wednesday! \nJon \n  \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-supervisor-meetup-first-meeting-of-the-year/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-supervisor-meetup-first-meeting-of-the-year/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T150000
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SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup: 12/20/2024 last one of the year- Year recap
DESCRIPTION:Hi all\, \nWe are back for our regular meetup!  So\, let’s chat about this past year\, the good\, bad and ugly for you\, your office and client’s.   I look forward in seeing you Friday \nTake care\, \nJon\n \n\n\n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-12-20-2024-last-one-of-the-year-year-recap/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-12-20-2024-last-one-of-the-year-year-recap/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
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SUMMARY:Cross Examination (Preparation\, Structure\, and Impeachment)
DESCRIPTION:Cross Examination is one of the important skills to develop as a criminal defense lawyer. It is a skill and not an art\, meaning that if you put the work in you can become an effective cross examiner. You do not have to be born with the skill. In this presentation\, you will learn the skills which are important to becoming a successful cross examiner. You will learn that you can be both effective and persuasive if you follow the lessons provided as part of this program. \nAndre Vitale (Jersey City\, NJ). Andre has served as a public defense lawyer for over 25 years as a trial lawyer\, training director\, educator\, and mentor. He currently works as a First Assistant Deputy Public Defender ad Trial Chief Essex Trial Region of the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender. Andre previously served as a Special Assistant Public Defender and Training Director with the Monroe County Public Defender’s Office (Rochester\, NY) and as the Assistant Training Director with the King County Department of Public Defense (Seattle\, WA). Andre is the co–chair of NJ OPD’s Forensic Science Working Group. Andre has extensive trial experience taking more than 95 cases to verdict\, while handling some of the most complex matters. He has developed an expertise in defending homicide and sex cases\, with a proficiency in contesting forensic and other technical evidence\, including DNA\, fingerprints\, CSAAS\, and eyewitness identification. Andre designed a Defending a Child Sex Case advanced trial skills program\, which has been used by State Public Defender Offices in Montana\, Missouri\, and New Jersey. He is a core faculty member with Gideon’s Promise (gideonspromise.org) and Harvard Law School’s Criminal Justice Institute Trial Advocacy Workshop (TAW). Andre is both a presenter and frequent blog contributor for the National Association of Public Defense (publicdefenders.us). Due to his passion and commitment to client–centered representation\, Andre has received the Kevin Andersen Award by the New York State Defender’s Association (NYSDA) and the Denison Ray Award by the New York State Bar Association
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/cross-examination/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/cross-examination/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T140000
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SUMMARY:Social Work Supervisors Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This month’s supervisor discussion will focus on the supervisee evaluation process. How do you evaluate thee practice of your supervisees and their work? Do you solicit feedback from attorneys? What evaluation tools do you use and how do you give your supervisees a voice about thee areas they feel are important for them to grow in? Come join in the discussion and continue to share your work and what you are wrestling with and interested in talking about as a social work supervisor! For supervisors of social workers\, mitigation specialists\, dispositional advocates\, and those in similar supervised positions. \nFacilitated by: Kevin 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-work-supervisors-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-supervisors-discussion/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241215T010317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241215T010317Z
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SUMMARY:Special Tuesday Meetup: Best of Edition\, Last of 2024!
DESCRIPTION:In this last social worker (sentencing advocate\, mitigation specialist\, dispositional advocate\, and others in similar roles) meetup for 2024\, on a TUESDAY\, we are going to have a “Best Of” meetup. What was the best thing you learned this year? What was the best skill you used this year? What was the best outcome in a case you got this year? What was the best advice you got to help you in this work this year? What was the best advice you gave? What was the best thing you read\, watched\, listened to that helped you in your work this year? This is our best of so come and share what your best was! \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/special-tuesday-meetup-best-of-edition-last-of-2024/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/special-tuesday-meetup-best-of-edition-last-of-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
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SUMMARY:Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs) and False Confessions: Causes\, Consequences and Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)\, autism spectrum disorder (ASD)\, fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)\, and intellectual developmental disorder (IDD) are common disorders that are associated with several cognitive\, behavioral\, emotional\, social\, and physical health deficits and challenges. For a variety of reasons\, some individuals with NDDs come into contact with the criminal justice and legal systems. Once involved in these systems\, the impacted individual may be at greater risk for miscarriages of justice like false confessions and wrongful convictions as well as an increase in vulnerability and victimization. This is especially the case when professionals lack an awareness\, understanding\, and appreciation of the deficits\, challenges\, and barriers persons with NDDs frequently face. This training will focus exclusively on the causes\, consequences\, and solutions associated with NDDs and false confessions. Other topics discussed in this training include problematic interviewing tactics\, confabulation\, memory distrust\, suggestibility\, compliance\, gullibility\, developmental factors\, fantasy proneness\, executive dysfunction\, error monitoring deficits\, uncertainty\, stress sensitivity\, carelessness\, problematic coping strategies\, sleep disturbances\, circadian rhythm misalignment\, fatigue\, and memory problems to name a few. 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/neurodevelopmental-disorders-ndds-and-false-confessions/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders-us.zoom.us/j/87441189806
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240928T171144Z
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SUMMARY:Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders in the Criminal Justice System
DESCRIPTION:Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders are common affecting between 1 and 5% of the population. FASD is rarely diagnosed and as a result is often not considered in criminal or mental health proceedings. \nParticipants in this webinar will: \n\nBe introduced to the diagnostic criteria for FASD\nBe informed about the implications of FASD in criminal proceedings\nDemonstrate how to develop a maternal alcohol exposure history\nUnderstand key neuropsychological impairments in FASD\nDiscuss how to utilize FASD as a mitigating factor in criminal proceedings\n\nLarry Burd received his PhD in Community Health Sciences from the University of Manitoba Health Science Center in Winnipeg\, Manitoba. \nDr. Burd currently is a professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Director of the North Dakota Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Center and FAS Clinic. Dr. Burd has been with the Pediatric Therapy Program for 44 years where he has evaluated over 18\,000 children with birth defects\, developmental disorders and mental illness. Dr. Burd has conducted research in 41 countries around the world. He has ongoing studies of people with Tourette syndrome\, autism\, fetal alcohol syndrome and infant mortality risk. He published over 260 professional papers on topics dealing with development and behavior in children and adolescents. He has had clinics for children with developmental disabilities and mental health disorders on 41 different Tribal Nations. \nWilliam Edwards is considered one of the early pioneers in the training of attorneys around issues involving fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). This year marks the 27th Anniversary of the first lecture Billy gave back in 1997 in Lafayette\, Louisiana for the Louisiana Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers on representing clients with FASD. During this 27-year period\, Billy has organized FASD trainings around the United States and in 8 countries\, consulted with attorneys in the United States and in Australia\, New Zealand\, Canada\, and England. He has also consulted with several federal public defender offices around the United States in putting together amicus briefs in both the federal courts and the United States Supreme Court with FASD United\, formally the National Organization on FAS being the amicus on issues relating to FASD. \nWilliam (Billy) Edwards is a Deputy Public Defender in Los Angeles California\, working in the Los Angeles County Mental Health Court\, representing clients with mental illness and neurodevelopmental and neurocognitive disorders. He has been with the Los Angeles County Public Defender for 23 years. Prior to that Billy worked on capital habeas appeals in Florida\, and a paper he co-authored on people with intellectual disabilities on death row in the United States was published in the Journal of Mental Retardation and has been cited broadly\, including before the U.S. Supreme Court in Atkins v. Virginia. The Atkins decision finally exempted defendants with intellectual disabilities from the death penalty. \nDr Jones published the original papers describing fetal alcohol syndrome. He is well known for his work on teratogen exposure and for his role in prevalence studies of FASD around the world. He is widely recognized for his testimony in the Parkland Shooter Case which avoided a death penalty. \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-in-the-criminal-justice-system/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-in-the-criminal-justice-system/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241209T185545Z
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SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup:  12/13/2024 - Open Chat 2:00 ET\, 1:00 CT\, 12:00 MT\, 11:00 PT
DESCRIPTION:We’re back\, we have had a bit of a break about we are back for our regular meetup!  So\, let’s chat about what’s been going with you and how things are with you\, your office and client’s.   I look forward in seeing you this Friday!! \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-12-13-2024/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-12-13-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241209T174338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T180905Z
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SUMMARY:Investigator Supervisor Meetup: Open Chat 2:00 ET\, 1:00 CT\, 12:00 MT\, 11:00 PT
DESCRIPTION:This is the last investigator Supervisor meetup of the year\, let’s chat about what went right and wrong this past year for you\, your investigators and clients!  What’s coming in the new year and what should we thinking about!  Come join us! \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-supervisor-meetup-open-chat-2024-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders-us.zoom.us/j/82381950121
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241202T074914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T074914Z
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SUMMARY:DEIJ & RACIAL JUSTICE MEETUP MASHUP
DESCRIPTION:DEIJ & Racial Justice Meetups – \nJoin us on December 10\, 2024 at 1 p.m. (est) / 12 p.m. (cst) / 11 a.m. (mt) / 10 a.m. (pst) for our annual DEIJ & RACIAL JUSTICE MEETUP MASHUP! This will be our final meeting for 2024! We will pay homage\, reflect\, discuss\, and celebrate! You do not want to miss this meetup. \nMeetup Zoom link and agenda will be shared on both listservs. \nAre you a NAPD member and want to on the listserv? Send your request to be added to BGT\, DEIJ Coordinator\, at Brittanygt@publicdefenders.us.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/deij-racial-justice-meetup-mashup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240808T145224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T060558Z
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SUMMARY:Circadian Rhythm Misalignment: Criminal Justice and Forensic Mental Health Implications
DESCRIPTION:Circadian rhythm is a daily (i.e.\, twenty-four-hour) internal biological clock that plays a critical role in human health. The daily rhythm of this system is maintained by a molecular process that resets the circadian clock each day through retinal contact to light. This pattern is demonstrated by almost every cell within the human body\, comprising a hierarchical multi-oscillator system that is regulated by the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) of the hypothalamus. Misalignment of the circadian rhythm can manifest itself in different ways including inappropriately timed sleep-wakefulness or misaligned timing of central and peripheral rhythms. Problems with sleep quality\, daytime alertness\, poor health outcomes\, and behavioral dysregulation are often associated with circadian rhythm misalignment. Emerging research suggests that the role of circadian rhythm misalignment in the development of problematic and antisocial behaviors should be further explored. 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 circadian rhythm misalignment among criminal justice and forensic mental health-based populations. 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/circadian-rhythm-misalignment/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/circadian-rhythm-misalignment/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240523T165809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T002544Z
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SUMMARY:NAPD Women's Virtual Conference: We Are The Ones We've Been Waiting For
DESCRIPTION:Click Here for Bulk Registration\nThis December\, we once again gather for advocacy\, encouragement\, empowerment\, training workshops\, development\, networking\, and renewal. \nThis December\, we gather for community. We gather to support. This powerful conference is filled with workshops\, self-care events\, networking\, celebration and much\, much more. We will acquire knowledge\, obtain resources\, and make connections that will elevate you to reach your professional and personal goals. \nThis December\, we gather for sisterhood. \nThis event invites speakers who have been historically marginalized by age\, gender\, race\, ethnicity\, religion\, disability\, sexual orientation\, sexual identity\, education\, national origin\, or any other distinguishing characteristic or trait. The goal of this event is to uplift marginalized perspectives within the public defense community. \nThis gathering is for all individuals\, in all job titles\, and practitioners who work or support public defense: attorneys\, paralegals\, core staff\, social workers\, trainers\, policy advocates\, and more. We also encourage and invite law students to join us. NAPD is committed to creating an event in a safe space that brings inspiration and transformation to persons of all gender identities\, and for this event\, we will specifically amplify female\, non-binary\, and/or gender non-conforming voices in public defense. \nFocus areas returning this year: \n\nProfessional Growth & Leadership – sessions that help participants develop their leadership voice or facilitating professional/personal growth\nWell-Being and Self-Care – sessions that prioritize wellness and self care within the public defense community\nRepresenting Women\, Families\, Children – sessions that center around the circumstances\, challenges\, and celebrations of representing women\, families and children\nIntersectionality and Connecting Our Stories – sessions amplifying when our voices are marginalized in the communities we serve\nWomen and Racial Justice – sessions centering around the pursuit of racial justice and equality\n\nBefore Oct 15 midnight \n$75 Individual\n$50 each bulk for 5-100\n$30 each bulk for over 101 \nAfter Oct 15 \n$100 Individual\n$75 each bulk for 5-100\n$60 each bulk for over 101 \nIf this is your first time registering for an event with NAPD\, you will need to create an account.   \nApply for a scholarship – Deadline November 22nd \nThis program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886791803-4402) for 5 continuing education contact hours. Please check your state requirements for continuing education credits to ensure you are eligible per your Board \nClick Here for Bulk Registration\n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/napd-womens-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
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SUMMARY:When There Are Differing Directions on Need in a Case
DESCRIPTION:This week’s discussion surrounds when social workers\, mitigation specialists\, sentencing advocates\, and others in similar roles find themselves hearing what a client may want or need\, and these desires or goals differ from the direction of the case’s resolution. When working at the direction of the attorney\, how does the mitigation specialist navigate the differing direction of what the client wants/needs with where the case is going? We’ll talk about best interests and expressed interests to help us better understand and navigate this quandary. \nWith Claudia Dunne\, LICSW\, Director of Social Work & Private Social Service Vendors\, Youth Advocacy Division (YAD)\, CPCS (MA)\, and Stephanne Cline Thornton who 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.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/when-there-are-differing-directions-on-need-in-a-case/
LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/when-there-are-differing-directions-on-need-in-a-case/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241112T223804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T155905Z
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SUMMARY:Public Service Loan Forgiveness with Heather Jarvis
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Public Service Loan Forgiveness webinar with Heather Jarvis.\n Heather Jarvis is an attorney and a nationally recognized expert specializing in student loan law. She has provided award-winning student loan education and consultation for universities\, associations and professional advisors since 2005. Heather recently completed service as Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Advisor to the United States Department of Education’s rulemaking committee. Heather graduated cum laude from Duke University School of Law and is co-founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit Fosterus.
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/public-service-loan-forgiveness/
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/public-service-loan-forgiveness/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241021T171547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T060429Z
UID:10000236-1732197600-1732201200@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Developing a Theory and Theme of Defense
DESCRIPTION:Developing a Compelling\, Emotional\, and Reasonable Theory of Defense is one of the most important and neglected aspects of successfully defending the person you represent. In this presentation you will learn about why developing a defense theory is so important and what goes into the creation of a compelling defense theory. You will learn about how important it is to include emotion into your defense theory and why it is so important to have that included in the presentation of your defense to the jury. \nAndre Vitale (Jersey City\, NJ). Andre has served as a public defense lawyer for over 25 years as a trial lawyer\, training director\, educator\, and mentor. He currently works as a First Assistant Deputy Public Defender ad Trial Chief Essex Trial Region of the New Jersey Office of the Public Defender. Andre previously served as a Special Assistant Public Defender and Training Director with the Monroe County Public Defender’s Office (Rochester\, NY) and as the Assistant Training Director with the King County Department of Public Defense (Seattle\, WA). Andre is the co–chair of NJ OPD’s Forensic Science Working Group. Andre has extensive trial experience taking more than 95 cases to verdict\, while handling some of the most complex matters. He has developed an expertise in defending homicide and sex cases\, with a proficiency in contesting forensic and other technical evidence\, including DNA\, fingerprints\, CSAAS\, and eyewitness identification. Andre designed a Defending a Child Sex Case advanced trial skills program\, which has been used by State Public Defender Offices in Montana\, Missouri\, and New Jersey. He is a core faculty member with Gideon’s Promise (gideonspromise.org) and Harvard Law School’s Criminal Justice Institute Trial Advocacy Workshop (TAW). Andre is both a presenter and frequent blog contributor for the National Association of Public Defense (publicdefenders.us). Due to his passion and commitment to client–centered representation\, Andre has received the Kevin Andersen Award by the New York State Defender’s Association (NYSDA) and the Denison Ray Award by the New York State Bar Association \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/developing-a-theory-and-theme-of-defense/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/developing-a-theory-and-theme-of-defense/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241118T194305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T194835Z
UID:10000252-1732021200-1732024800@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Social Worker Supervisors Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This is the monthly edition of the Social Work Supervisors Discussion. Please join this if you are able and interested in talking with other supervisors of social workers\, mitigation specialists\, sentencing advocates\, dispositional advocates\, and social work interns about the work and coaching around/supervising the work! \nFacilitated by: Kevin 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-meetup-nov24/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-worker-supervisors-meetup-nov24/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241113T155256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T155719Z
UID:10000250-1732017600-1732021200@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Social Work Meetup: How Do We Get More of Us?
DESCRIPTION:Special TUESDAY Edition! This meetup for social workers\, sentencing advocates\, mitigation specialists\, dispositional advocates\, and others in similar roles will focus on how we advocate for and get more of us in our roles in public defense offices. Are you bringing in interns who become employees? Are you using data to drive decision-making in your offices? Are you in a position of leadership leveraging the advantage of having more of “us” in your office? Come share what you’re doing\, what you’re trying\, and what you are interested in pursuing to create more roles for social workers\, sentencing advocates\, dispositional and mitigation specialists! \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\, Richard\, and their tiger tabby\, Pip. \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-how-do-we-get-more-of-us/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-how-do-we-get-more-of-us/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240922T222255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T060234Z
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SUMMARY:Data Collection in Social Work - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Click the “Log In” button at the top of this page before registering.\nNeed help with this registration process?  Watch this video.   \nFor several decades\, public defender offices and other indigent defense providers have incorporated social workers\, mitigation specialists\, and other holistic practitioners into their representation in an effort to both reduce reliance on incarceration and better address the needs of individuals impacted by the criminal legal system. In recent years\, a handful of researchers have attempted to measure the impact of such providers on client outcomes\, but generally speaking\, there has been little conversation nationally of the importance of data collection related to these services. In this session\, we will discuss ways to collect and utilize data on social worker/mitigation services to educate others about their utility\, demonstrate the impact of services on clients\, and advocate for more funding. We will share the four-tiered approach to collecting social work data developed by a collaboration of practitioners and researchers in Michigan for your use and also your feedback. The tiered approach aims to make data collection simple and accessible for all providers. We will also discuss early efforts to connect with other practitioners across the country to develop best practice data points for broader use. \nDr. Siegel is a researcher who has worked on issues related to the criminal legal system for more than fifteen years. He approaches his work through an anti-racist\, abolitionist lens with the goal of eradicating the systemic and racialized harms of the carceral state while building pathways for restorative and transformative justice. He completed his doctoral research at the University of Michigan on the prevalence and implications of parole revocation among technical violators in the state of Michigan\, and has conducted research for a wide range of institutions including the Vera Institute of Justice\, Michigan’s State Appellate Defender Office\, and the State of Michigan. At the MIDC\, Dr. Siegel is responsible for identifying institutional research priorities\, overseeing data collection and analysis\, and translating research findings into best practices and policy reform.\n\nLauren Harris (she/her/hers) is currently a Writing and Mitigation Consultant at The Bronx Defenders\, and a freelance Mitigation Specialist. After receiving her M.S.W. from Columbia University in 2011\, Lauren joined The Bronx Defenders as a social worker in the Criminal Defense Practice. In her five-year tenure she served as a staff social worker\, helped develop the Adolescent Defense Project\, and supervised social workers in the Criminal Defense Practice. Lauren left in 2015 and later began her own mitigation practice. Working primarily in the Southern and Eastern districts of New York\, applying the holistic defense model to her attorney collaborations to better represent clients. She then returned to The Bronx Defenders\, as the Director for the Center for Holistic Defense where she oversaw the provision of in-depth technical assistance to public defender offices\, individual advocates\, policymakers\, and others who were interested in adopting a holistic approach to public defense. Lauren received her B.A. in English Literature and Journalism from New York University.\n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/data-collection-sw/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/data-collection-sw/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241111T214454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T214725Z
UID:10000247-1731675600-1731679200@publicdefenders.us
SUMMARY:Investigator Meetup:  Office Social Media Policies - 11/15/2024
DESCRIPTION:This Meetup we will discuss our office social media policies and what should and shouldn’t be included.  What platforms should we/are we using? What do have say in the profile?  Can we use the County or states seal and what requirements are there to do so?  Who monitors it and maintains it?  Who has the final say so? If an employee has their own professional page\, what are the requirements of that page?  These and other questions will get discussed\,  please join us. \n  \n 
URL:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-office-social-media/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/investigator-meetup-office-social-media/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240726T160324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T035951Z
UID:10000203-1731571200-1731690000@publicdefenders.us
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241111T195127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T195127Z
UID:10000246-1731502800-1731506400@publicdefenders.us
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241111T170624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T144504Z
UID:10000244-1731416400-1731420000@publicdefenders.us
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240804T011926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T155941Z
UID:10000209-1731416400-1731420000@publicdefenders.us
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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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/type-2-diabetes-mellitus/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241109
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240807T191426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T054402Z
UID:10000210-1730937600-1731110399@publicdefenders.us
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241025T173855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T174504Z
UID:10000240-1730289600-1730293200@publicdefenders.us
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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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-lets-brainstorm-the-tough-cases/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241013T173449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T173449Z
UID:10000234-1729080000-1729083600@publicdefenders.us
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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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-work-meetup-open-discussion/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241013T172345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241013T172345Z
UID:10000233-1728997200-1729000800@publicdefenders.us
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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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/social-worker-supervisors-discussion-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20240705T205446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T173345Z
UID:10000187-1728918000-1728921600@publicdefenders.us
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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LOCATION:https://publicdefenders.us/event/gut-brain/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T140010
CREATED:20241004T224108Z
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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.
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