Please join us on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 2‒3:30 p.m. ET, for the third installment of the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center’s (OVC TTAC) Victim Assistance Response to Mass Violence Webinar Series: Trauma Notification, which will highlight the importance of victim service providers responding to incidents of mass violence...
Join us on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 2:00–3:00 p.m. eastern time for the Elder Justice Initiative webinar "National MDT Survey and Listening Sessions Report Out and Request for Feedback." This webinar will discuss the findings from the 2025 National Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Listening Sessions and the 2025 National Elder Abuse MDT Needs Assessment Survey. Key takeaways from...
As state legislatures convene for 2026 sessions, the politics of crime and criminal justice are shifting under their feet, with an historically low homicide rate and federal law enforcement agents clashing with protesters in Minneapolis. Some states, like Iowa and Kentucky, are debating further crackdowns on repeat offenders while Utah is considering strategies to solve...
Join us for regular opportunities to share insights, build relationships, and support one another across our peer network. Every 1st Tuesday from 1:30-2:30 pm ET Join us for a monthly, member-driven roundtable offering space for candid conversation and peer support. This informal meeting invites VOCA Assistance Administrators to share updates, surface challenges, and speak openly...
Join the Center for Victim Research (CVR) for this informative session for researchers and service providers. Prevention is possible. This roundtable spotlights programs that have demonstrated success in preventing intimate partner violence and promoting healing—from culturally grounded practices to community-based innovations. The webinar is part of a series hosted by The National Health Initiative on Violence...
NAVAA Community of Practice Every 3rd Tuesday from 1:30-3:00 pm ET NAVAA’s Community of Practice is a monthly collaborative session where VOCA Assistance Administrators will share tools, strategies, and real-world experiences. Each meeting features peer-led presentations and guided discussion, focusing on practical implementation and lessons learned. This space supports ongoing professional development and advances our...
During this virtual training, participants will gain an understanding of federal time-keeping requirements, including those outlined in Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 200 (2 CFR 200), and the U.S. DOJ Grants Financial Guide, which applies to all recipients of DOJ funding. Additionally, attendees will learn about common & most recent audit...
As a sequel to the recent Expert Q&A on promoting positive workplaces, this webinar introduces a practical framework for building and sustaining a healthy victim services organization—one that is survivor centered, trauma informed, and resilient. Grounded in principles of collective care and shared accountability, the session explores how organizational well-being is strengthened by individual leadership...
February 26, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm The Kaiser Permanente Center for Gun Violence Research and Education invites you to a webinar series designed to build the capacity, confidence and visibility of researchers and practitioners working to prevent firearm-related violence. This webinar will offer practical guidance on addressing past research harms and building durable, trust-based...
As the National Mass Violence Center begins the new year, it is important that we continue to consider our commitments with fresh eyes. First, why is the commitment to being survivor-centered and survivor-driven so foundational to the work? How can partnerships in mass violence preparation and response strengthen community capacity and resilience? What types of...
MDT Fundamentals and Lessons Learned February 27 from 3:00–4:30 p.m. ET This session will focus on what is needed to create a successful multidisciplinary team (MDT) for elder abuse case reviews, including building a strong foundation and overcoming common challenges. This webinar will feature teams funded by the Office for Victims of Crime and developed...
Join us for regular opportunities to share insights, build relationships, and support one another across our peer network. Every 1st Tuesday from 1:30-2:30 pm ET Join us for a monthly, member-driven roundtable offering space for candid conversation and peer support. This informal meeting invites VOCA Assistance Administrators to share updates, surface challenges, and speak openly...