Description: SAFeR is an approach to decision making in IPV-related family law matters. It consists of four parts: (1) screening for IPV; (2) assessing the full nature and context of IPV; (3) focusing on the effects of IPV; and (4) responding to IPV in all recommendations, decisions, and interventions. Additional information can be found at https://www.bwjp.org/our-work/projects/safer.html. SAFeRwas developed by the Battered Women's Justice Project.   There is no charge for the training. Lunch will be provided. We are checking into…

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Intended participants: Victim advocates working in system and community-based agencies, as well as allied professionals working with crime victims. Preference will be given to these individuals. PLEASE NOTE: Persons working for CASAs and CACs should register for the training specific to those categories as this training is not designed for work with those fields. A CAC training is planned for March 2020. Please reach out to Sara.L.Hoffman@doj.state.or.us for more information about a CASA training. Learn more about Oregon's Crime Victims' Compensation…

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The Oregon State Basic Victim Assistance Academy (Basic Academy) provides fundamental education for victim service providers and allied professionals who routinely interact with victims of crime. The Winter 2020 Basic Academy in Portland, Oregon, will require online distance learning on select dates in Late January-February, in addition to in-person learning from February 24-27, 2020. The Basic Academy is designed for advocates who are new to the role of advocacy. The curriculum includes sessions that cover the core competencies of victim advocacy…

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The Oregon State Basic Victim Assistance Academy (Basic Academy) provides fundamental education for victim service providers and allied professionals who routinely interact with victims of crime. The Winter 2020 Basic Academy in Portland, Oregon, will require online distance learning on select dates in Late January-February, in addition to in-person learning from February 24-27, 2020. The Basic Academy is designed for advocates who are new to the role of advocacy. The curriculum includes sessions that cover the core competencies of victim advocacy…

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The Oregon State Basic Victim Assistance Academy (Basic Academy) provides fundamental education for victim service providers and allied professionals who routinely interact with victims of crime. The Winter 2020 Basic Academy in Portland, Oregon, will require online distance learning on select dates in Late January-February, in addition to in-person learning from February 24-27, 2020. The Basic Academy is designed for advocates who are new to the role of advocacy. The curriculum includes sessions that cover the core competencies of victim advocacy…

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The Oregon State Basic Victim Assistance Academy (Basic Academy) provides fundamental education for victim service providers and allied professionals who routinely interact with victims of crime. The Winter 2020 Basic Academy in Portland, Oregon, will require online distance learning on select dates in Late January-February, in addition to in-person learning from February 24-27, 2020. The Basic Academy is designed for advocates who are new to the role of advocacy. The curriculum includes sessions that cover the core competencies of victim advocacy…

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Intended participants: Victim advocates working in children’s advocacy centers Introduction to Oregon’s Crime Victims' Compensation Program Training: Learn more about Oregon’s Crime Victims’ Compensation Program (CVCP). The CVCP works to ease the financial burden suffered by hundreds of Oregonians each year as a result of violent person crimes. This training includes information about program eligibility and benefits, the application process and how payments are handled. Participants will be introduced to the CVCP Client Portal with instructions on how to register,…

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