bout Fundamentals in Victim Services:

The June 2022 Fundamentals in Victim Services Training is a virtual training for victim advocates to develop core knowledge and skills to provide victim-centered services. By the end of this training, advocates will be able to: 

• Understand the role of ongoing and historical trauma in victimization and develop skills for providing trauma-responsive advocacy to all victims of crime;
• Identify and honor the unique and complementary roles of community-based and systems-based advocates;
• Recognize and interrogate the roles of bias, privilege, and oppression in victimization and advocacy;
• Describe key victims’ rights and know how to find more information to ensure that criminal legal systems professionals are meeting statutory obligations regarding crime victims;
• Understand and examine their own Occupational Identity (OI) and identify strategies for cultivating healthy boundaries; and
• Expand their understanding of vicarious trauma and strategies to build resilience for a sustainable career in victim services.

Furthermore, training participants will have opportunities to connect with one another and with experienced professionals with a range of knowledge and skills.

Expectations for the Virtual Format:

Fundamentals in Victim Services will feature interactive modules to appeal to different styles of learning, with a combination of lecture, small group work in breakout sessions, and opportunities for individual reflection.

Modules will take place live via Zoom. Attendees will be expected to actively participate, using the chat to engage with presenters and other participants, and turning on cameras and unmuting during large group discussions and breakout sessions.

This training is eligible for 15 Continuing Legal Education Credits, to receive credits you must attend all live sessions and complete a survey at the end of the training. Please indicate on your registration that you would like CLE credits.

Training packet (including full agenda and other important info):

Click here to download the packet.

About the Minnesota Alliance on Crime:

MAC is a membership coalition of more than 90 crime victim service providers in Minnesota, including prosecution-based victim/witness programs, community-based programs, law enforcement agencies, civil legal organizations, and individuals committed to supporting crime victims. The Minnesota Alliance on Crime connects systems, service providers, and victims to advance the response for victims of all crime. We support our membership through training, technical assistance, resources, public policy and legislative initiatives, and networking opportunities.

Fees and registration:

• This training is FREE for MAC members. 

• $50 per person for non-members.
  
  
• Please check here to see if your organization is a member.
  
  
• If you represent a program that is not a MAC member, we encourage your organization to join MAC now. Don't miss out on some great free trainings, networking, and resources. Questions about membership? Email Kim@mnallianceoncrime.org
  
  
• Register by 5:00 PM on Friday, June 17, 2022.
  
  
• Questions? Contact MAC training staff.

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