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2021 MDT Case Review Schedule
Unless otherwise posted, all case review meetings begin at 9 a.m. Team members have the option to participate online and the meeting link is mailed to MDT partners. Click here to request the link.
Friday, January 15, 2021
Friday, February 19, 2021
Friday, March 19, 2021
Friday, April 16, 2021
Friday, May 21, 2021
Friday, June 18, 2021---1901 West Park Drive, North Wilkesboro
Friday, July 16, 2021
Friday, August 20, 2021
Friday, September 17, 2021
Friday, October 15, 2021
Friday, November 19, 2021
Friday, December 17, 2021
Friday, January 15, 2021
Friday, February 19, 2021
Friday, March 19, 2021
Friday, April 16, 2021
Friday, May 21, 2021
Friday, June 18, 2021---1901 West Park Drive, North Wilkesboro
Friday, July 16, 2021
Friday, August 20, 2021
Friday, September 17, 2021
Friday, October 15, 2021
Friday, November 19, 2021
Friday, December 17, 2021
Training Opportunities
Upcoming Webinars and Live Training Opportunities
Child Abuse: From Suspicion to Disclosure
July 1, 2021 OR August 18, 2021 OR September 21, 2021, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Learn the best approach with children who are alleged victims of child abuse in the initial phases of a case, after a concern has been identified. Develop the skills and techniques necessary to engage a child in such a way as to minimize suggestibility but still provide support, beyond what is taught in a First Responder Training. Review best practices in identification of a concern and learn to engage these children in a way that maximizes positive case outcomes and minimizes potential behaviors that can hurt cases.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Free.
Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation
July 20-21, 2021, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Gain an introduction into the psychology, or mindset, of those that commit sexually motivated crimes. Learn about sex offender typologies and patterns of behavior. Explore the relationship between paraphilia such as exhibitionism, voyeurism, and fetishism and criminal acts. Review and dissect real case examples to gain insight into offender modus operandi. Knowledge obtained can be applied during interview and interrogation to help resolve sexually motivated cases.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. $295.
Ask the Expert Series: Preventing Vicarious Trauma
August 17, 2021, 2-3 p.m.
Participants will learn how to recognize and manage vicarious trauma during this free one-hour webinar. The webinar will feature a brief overview presentation followed by an opportunity to engage in an in-depth facilitated discussion and question and answer (Q&A) session with the presenters and other attendees. Your participation is encouraged and additional questions will be taken during this live session. Prior to the session, we will gather feedback from you about what you would like to learn about the topic from the experts.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Free.
Presenting Evidence in Child Forensic Interviews
September 8-9, 2021 OR October 5-6, 2021, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Explore how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse, witnessing violence and exploitation cases. Learn how to present different types of evidence in the context of a child-centered, trauma-informed, and legally defendable forensic interview approach. Discuss the implications of presenting sexually explicit material. Practice techniques and develop skills to present different types of evidence in child forensic interviews.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. $450.
27th Annual Reflections Symposium on Child Abuse and Neglect
September 28-30, 2021
Lake Junaluska, NC
Presented by Children's Advocacy Centers of North Carolina. Details to be posted soon.
Following the Evidence in Child Abuse and Child Exploitation Cases Online
October 19-20, 2021 OR November 9-10, 2021 OR December 1-2, 2021, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Examine the importance of multidisciplinary team (MDT) case coordination and evidence corroboration in the investigation of child abuse cases. Learn how to evaluate evidentiary findings through crime scene images, interviews and case studies. Understand multidisciplinary team members' roles and responsibilities for protecting child victims and prosecuting offenders. Focus on offenders’ use of technology, including the use of sexually explicit images of minors (child pornography) in grooming and manipulation. Discuss a variety of technology that can be used by investigators.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Free.
Self-Paced Available Anytime Trainings
Provided free of charge by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Certificates of Attendance provided.
Conducting Child Abuse Investigations: Adult Interview and Interrogation
Learn how to interview non-offending caregivers and suspects. Content includes interview locations, custody versus non-custody situations, timeline for interviews, and the art of interrogation.
Interviewing At-Risk Children: When Child Pornography Cases Have the Potential of Being Hands-On Offenses
When child pornography offenders are identified, it is important it is to interview children to whom the offender has access. These cases are different from typical child sex abuse cases and they require a planned approach. Content includes suggestions on how to manage these interviews and the barriers to be addressed.
Legal Considerations in Child Abuse Cases
Learn how to prepare and present a winning case in child maltreatment proceedings or criminal prosecutions of child abusers. Topics addressed include ideas for successfully confronting common defenses, and ways to prepare witnesses, including children, to testify effectively and minimize the trauma they experience in court.
Medical Diagnosis of Abuse
Learn state-of-the art techniques that an investigator can use in the assessment and investigation of non-accidental injuries. Various weapons utilized by offenders in child abuse situations are identified and demonstrated.
Strategies for Supporting Resilience and Healing in Victims of Child Maltreatment
Professionals implementing trauma-informed practices can help to mitigate the effects of child maltreatment and promote resilience and healing. Join us to gather strategies to address the mental health needs of victims, including tips for coordinating care among agencies investigating and prosecuting child maltreatment.
Technology Facilitated Child Abuse Investigations
Discover how to use data to assist in the identification of missing and exploited children. Review a child exploitation case study from start to finish, and apply thinking outside the normal avenues to solve an investigation with technology.
Victims of Child Exploitation
Provides an in-depth analysis of child sexual exploitation with case examples and interviewing techniques. Topics discussed include the sexualization of children, cause and effects of sexual exploitation of children, the impact on the victim, child sex trafficking and other forms of child torture by offenders.
ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool for Schools
Join us to learn about the new ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool (IRT) for schools. You can help prevent and address technology related incidents by building a cooperative relationship with schools. This free resource helps schools with the steps of incident management, such as fact-finding, documentation, reporting and engaging the appropriate school officials and other stakeholders. Through collaboration with law enforcement and the use of this tool, schools can plan and prepare an effective and appropriate response to all types of technology related incidents, including cyberbullying, sexting, hacking, and threats of violence.
ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool: Responding to Cyber Incidents in Schools
Gain an overview of the ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool (IRT) for schools. This free resource helps schools with the steps of incident management, such as fact-finding, documentation, reporting and engaging the appropriate school officials and other stakeholders. Through the use of this tool, schools can plan and prepare an effective and appropriate response to all types of technology related incidents, including cyberbullying, sexting, hacking and threats of violence.
Child Abuse: From Suspicion to Disclosure
July 1, 2021 OR August 18, 2021 OR September 21, 2021, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Learn the best approach with children who are alleged victims of child abuse in the initial phases of a case, after a concern has been identified. Develop the skills and techniques necessary to engage a child in such a way as to minimize suggestibility but still provide support, beyond what is taught in a First Responder Training. Review best practices in identification of a concern and learn to engage these children in a way that maximizes positive case outcomes and minimizes potential behaviors that can hurt cases.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Free.
Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation
July 20-21, 2021, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Gain an introduction into the psychology, or mindset, of those that commit sexually motivated crimes. Learn about sex offender typologies and patterns of behavior. Explore the relationship between paraphilia such as exhibitionism, voyeurism, and fetishism and criminal acts. Review and dissect real case examples to gain insight into offender modus operandi. Knowledge obtained can be applied during interview and interrogation to help resolve sexually motivated cases.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. $295.
Ask the Expert Series: Preventing Vicarious Trauma
August 17, 2021, 2-3 p.m.
Participants will learn how to recognize and manage vicarious trauma during this free one-hour webinar. The webinar will feature a brief overview presentation followed by an opportunity to engage in an in-depth facilitated discussion and question and answer (Q&A) session with the presenters and other attendees. Your participation is encouraged and additional questions will be taken during this live session. Prior to the session, we will gather feedback from you about what you would like to learn about the topic from the experts.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Free.
Presenting Evidence in Child Forensic Interviews
September 8-9, 2021 OR October 5-6, 2021, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Explore how different types of evidence can be used in forensic interviews of children in abuse, witnessing violence and exploitation cases. Learn how to present different types of evidence in the context of a child-centered, trauma-informed, and legally defendable forensic interview approach. Discuss the implications of presenting sexually explicit material. Practice techniques and develop skills to present different types of evidence in child forensic interviews.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. $450.
27th Annual Reflections Symposium on Child Abuse and Neglect
September 28-30, 2021
Lake Junaluska, NC
Presented by Children's Advocacy Centers of North Carolina. Details to be posted soon.
Following the Evidence in Child Abuse and Child Exploitation Cases Online
October 19-20, 2021 OR November 9-10, 2021 OR December 1-2, 2021, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Examine the importance of multidisciplinary team (MDT) case coordination and evidence corroboration in the investigation of child abuse cases. Learn how to evaluate evidentiary findings through crime scene images, interviews and case studies. Understand multidisciplinary team members' roles and responsibilities for protecting child victims and prosecuting offenders. Focus on offenders’ use of technology, including the use of sexually explicit images of minors (child pornography) in grooming and manipulation. Discuss a variety of technology that can be used by investigators.
Presented by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Free.
Self-Paced Available Anytime Trainings
Provided free of charge by the National Criminal Justice Training Center. Certificates of Attendance provided.
Conducting Child Abuse Investigations: Adult Interview and Interrogation
Learn how to interview non-offending caregivers and suspects. Content includes interview locations, custody versus non-custody situations, timeline for interviews, and the art of interrogation.
Interviewing At-Risk Children: When Child Pornography Cases Have the Potential of Being Hands-On Offenses
When child pornography offenders are identified, it is important it is to interview children to whom the offender has access. These cases are different from typical child sex abuse cases and they require a planned approach. Content includes suggestions on how to manage these interviews and the barriers to be addressed.
Legal Considerations in Child Abuse Cases
Learn how to prepare and present a winning case in child maltreatment proceedings or criminal prosecutions of child abusers. Topics addressed include ideas for successfully confronting common defenses, and ways to prepare witnesses, including children, to testify effectively and minimize the trauma they experience in court.
Medical Diagnosis of Abuse
Learn state-of-the art techniques that an investigator can use in the assessment and investigation of non-accidental injuries. Various weapons utilized by offenders in child abuse situations are identified and demonstrated.
Strategies for Supporting Resilience and Healing in Victims of Child Maltreatment
Professionals implementing trauma-informed practices can help to mitigate the effects of child maltreatment and promote resilience and healing. Join us to gather strategies to address the mental health needs of victims, including tips for coordinating care among agencies investigating and prosecuting child maltreatment.
Technology Facilitated Child Abuse Investigations
Discover how to use data to assist in the identification of missing and exploited children. Review a child exploitation case study from start to finish, and apply thinking outside the normal avenues to solve an investigation with technology.
Victims of Child Exploitation
Provides an in-depth analysis of child sexual exploitation with case examples and interviewing techniques. Topics discussed include the sexualization of children, cause and effects of sexual exploitation of children, the impact on the victim, child sex trafficking and other forms of child torture by offenders.
ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool for Schools
Join us to learn about the new ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool (IRT) for schools. You can help prevent and address technology related incidents by building a cooperative relationship with schools. This free resource helps schools with the steps of incident management, such as fact-finding, documentation, reporting and engaging the appropriate school officials and other stakeholders. Through collaboration with law enforcement and the use of this tool, schools can plan and prepare an effective and appropriate response to all types of technology related incidents, including cyberbullying, sexting, hacking, and threats of violence.
ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool: Responding to Cyber Incidents in Schools
Gain an overview of the ICAC/iKeepSafe Incident Response Tool (IRT) for schools. This free resource helps schools with the steps of incident management, such as fact-finding, documentation, reporting and engaging the appropriate school officials and other stakeholders. Through the use of this tool, schools can plan and prepare an effective and appropriate response to all types of technology related incidents, including cyberbullying, sexting, hacking and threats of violence.
COVID-19 Resources
Responding to Child Abuse During a Pandemic: 25 Tips for MDTs
Expert guidance from the Zero Abuse Project
Emergency Tele-Forensic Interviewing Guidelines
A guide for the CAC response to COVID-19 from the National Children's Alliance
Conducting and Defending a Pandemic-Era Forensic Interview
Practical advice about interview modifications from the Zero Abuse Project.
Medical Masks for CAC Safety
A Guide To Medical Masks As Personal Protective Equipment During The COVID-19 Epidemic from the National Children's Alliance
Expert guidance from the Zero Abuse Project
Emergency Tele-Forensic Interviewing Guidelines
A guide for the CAC response to COVID-19 from the National Children's Alliance
Conducting and Defending a Pandemic-Era Forensic Interview
Practical advice about interview modifications from the Zero Abuse Project.
Medical Masks for CAC Safety
A Guide To Medical Masks As Personal Protective Equipment During The COVID-19 Epidemic from the National Children's Alliance
On-Demand Trainings
First Responder Contact in a Child Abuse Investigation
Social worker Julie Kenniston and law enforcement officer Jim Holler discuss what to do and not do when on the scene with a child abuse victim. Recommended for child protective services and law enforcement.
It Really Is "Normal to be Normal" in Child Sexual Abuse
Archived webinar by Karen Farst MD discusses why physical and lab findings are often absent in cases of child sexual abuse
Honest Conversations: Breaking the Stigma around Child Sexual Abuse in Black Communities
Atlanta SVU Det. Kevin McNeil and Darkness to light's Ashley Davis discuss the "culture of silence" around child sexual abuse in the Black community in two archived webinars.
The Neurobiology of Trauma
Archived webinar by psychologist Rebecca Campbell on how trauma affects memory formation
The Neurobiology of Trauma and Sexual Assault
Recorded presentation by Jim Hopper PhD
The Neurochemistry of Trauma and Evidence-Based Models of Recovery
Free archived webinar
Understanding Trauma Bonds between Traffickers and their Victims
Free archived webinar by Asheville therapist Amanda Gopal LCSW explains why victims of CSEC and child sexual abuse often bond with their abusers
Keeping Your Child Exploitation Investigation Victim Centered
HSI interviewer Ale Levi has interviewed more than 5,000 children. In this archived webinar, she shares practical tips on how to conduct victim-centered investigations.
What Is My Next Question? Improving Question Frameworks in Child Interviews
Archived webinar by RADAR's Scott Snider
Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Prevention Through Understanding and Addressing Sexual Behavior of Children
Archived webinar
Teaching Children About Consent
Archived webinar
TF-CBT Web
New and improved online training course on Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for mental health professionals. Course includes new training videos and downloads.
How Do I Know You're Not Lying: Gender Bias and Sexual Assault Response
Archived webinar by police chief Jerald Monahan and prosecutor Wendy Patrick
LGBTQ+ 101: Basic Knowledge and Terminology
Archived webinar from Children's Advocacy Centers of N.C. and the N.C. Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Working with LGBTQ+ Survivors
Archived webinar from Children's Advocacy Centers of N.C. and the N.C. Coalition Against Sexual Assault
The Use of Forensic Interviews
Provided by the N.C. Conference of District Attorneys
Child Victim Web
Free training modules on child trauma by the Medical University of South Carolina. Earn credits while sharpening your skills!
Addressing Youth with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
Fact sheets and a two-hour on-demand video training
Forensic Experiential Trauma Interview: A Trauma-Informed Experience
Two archived webinars on best practices for interviewing trauma survivors, child or adult
On-Demand Training Catalogs
On-Demand Training from National Criminal Justice Training Center
Midwest Regional CAC Archived and Upcoming Webinars
National CAC Archived Webinars
Zero Abuse Project Video Library
EVAWI (End Violence Against Women International) Archived Webinars
Recommended Publications and Web Pages for Professionals
Addressing Youth with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
Fact sheets and a two-hour on-demand video training
Child Molesters: A Behavioral Analysis
212-page publication for professionals investigating sexual exploitation of children by former FBI Supervisory Agent Kenneth Lanning
Child Physical Abuse: a Guide to the CAC Response
48-page guide on how multidisciplinary team members can provide evidence-based help in physical abuse cases
Changing Minds
Five easy-to-implement gestures you can use to help children heal after trauma.
Healing, Justice and Trust: A National Report on Outcomes for Children's Advocacy Centers 2016
A summary of survey results from caregivers and MDTs nationwide.
Enhancing Police Response to Children Exposed to Violence: a Toolkit for Law Enforcement
68-page publication includes advice and resources for officers and parents
Considering Family Reconnection and Reunification after Child Sexual Abuse: a Road Map for Advocates and Service Providers
68-page publication includes information about risk factors, safety plans
Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth Serving Organizations
55-page publication summarizes best practices. Produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Field Guide to Family Advocacy
90-page publication summarizes best practices
National Children's Alliance resources to share with caregivers
EVAWI (End Violence Against Women International) Resource Library
Child Abuse Prosecution Project quarterly newsletter archive
First Responder Contact in a Child Abuse Investigation
Social worker Julie Kenniston and law enforcement officer Jim Holler discuss what to do and not do when on the scene with a child abuse victim. Recommended for child protective services and law enforcement.
It Really Is "Normal to be Normal" in Child Sexual Abuse
Archived webinar by Karen Farst MD discusses why physical and lab findings are often absent in cases of child sexual abuse
Honest Conversations: Breaking the Stigma around Child Sexual Abuse in Black Communities
Atlanta SVU Det. Kevin McNeil and Darkness to light's Ashley Davis discuss the "culture of silence" around child sexual abuse in the Black community in two archived webinars.
The Neurobiology of Trauma
Archived webinar by psychologist Rebecca Campbell on how trauma affects memory formation
The Neurobiology of Trauma and Sexual Assault
Recorded presentation by Jim Hopper PhD
The Neurochemistry of Trauma and Evidence-Based Models of Recovery
Free archived webinar
Understanding Trauma Bonds between Traffickers and their Victims
Free archived webinar by Asheville therapist Amanda Gopal LCSW explains why victims of CSEC and child sexual abuse often bond with their abusers
Keeping Your Child Exploitation Investigation Victim Centered
HSI interviewer Ale Levi has interviewed more than 5,000 children. In this archived webinar, she shares practical tips on how to conduct victim-centered investigations.
What Is My Next Question? Improving Question Frameworks in Child Interviews
Archived webinar by RADAR's Scott Snider
Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Prevention Through Understanding and Addressing Sexual Behavior of Children
Archived webinar
Teaching Children About Consent
Archived webinar
TF-CBT Web
New and improved online training course on Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for mental health professionals. Course includes new training videos and downloads.
How Do I Know You're Not Lying: Gender Bias and Sexual Assault Response
Archived webinar by police chief Jerald Monahan and prosecutor Wendy Patrick
LGBTQ+ 101: Basic Knowledge and Terminology
Archived webinar from Children's Advocacy Centers of N.C. and the N.C. Coalition Against Sexual Assault
Working with LGBTQ+ Survivors
Archived webinar from Children's Advocacy Centers of N.C. and the N.C. Coalition Against Sexual Assault
The Use of Forensic Interviews
Provided by the N.C. Conference of District Attorneys
Child Victim Web
Free training modules on child trauma by the Medical University of South Carolina. Earn credits while sharpening your skills!
Addressing Youth with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
Fact sheets and a two-hour on-demand video training
Forensic Experiential Trauma Interview: A Trauma-Informed Experience
Two archived webinars on best practices for interviewing trauma survivors, child or adult
On-Demand Training Catalogs
On-Demand Training from National Criminal Justice Training Center
Midwest Regional CAC Archived and Upcoming Webinars
National CAC Archived Webinars
Zero Abuse Project Video Library
EVAWI (End Violence Against Women International) Archived Webinars
Recommended Publications and Web Pages for Professionals
Addressing Youth with Problematic Sexual Behaviors
Fact sheets and a two-hour on-demand video training
Child Molesters: A Behavioral Analysis
212-page publication for professionals investigating sexual exploitation of children by former FBI Supervisory Agent Kenneth Lanning
Child Physical Abuse: a Guide to the CAC Response
48-page guide on how multidisciplinary team members can provide evidence-based help in physical abuse cases
Changing Minds
Five easy-to-implement gestures you can use to help children heal after trauma.
Healing, Justice and Trust: A National Report on Outcomes for Children's Advocacy Centers 2016
A summary of survey results from caregivers and MDTs nationwide.
Enhancing Police Response to Children Exposed to Violence: a Toolkit for Law Enforcement
68-page publication includes advice and resources for officers and parents
Considering Family Reconnection and Reunification after Child Sexual Abuse: a Road Map for Advocates and Service Providers
68-page publication includes information about risk factors, safety plans
Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth Serving Organizations
55-page publication summarizes best practices. Produced by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Field Guide to Family Advocacy
90-page publication summarizes best practices
National Children's Alliance resources to share with caregivers
- When Images Hurt (downloadable booklet for parents of victims of child pornography)
- What Happens Now (downloadable booklet for parents of children with sexual behavior problems)
EVAWI (End Violence Against Women International) Resource Library
Child Abuse Prosecution Project quarterly newsletter archive
