Conference Agenda
Wednesday,
December 8, 2004
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Babette Sandman (White Earth Band of Ojibwe)
Sandra Witherspoon (Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians)
John Witherspoon (Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe)
Ray “Skip” Sandman
(Fond du Lac
Band of Ojibwe) |
Spiritual Abuse: A Hidden Crime
(Repeated on Friday) |
Sexual violence masks itself in countless forms. This workshop focuses on
the needs of victims of perpetrators who use traditional spiritual ways to
groom victims for sexual abuse / exploitation. Participants will learn
skills for responding to people who have been abused or exploited by
spiritual leaders. |
Santa Rosa Room |
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Shea Barnes
(Diné)
Robert Goodluck, Jr. |
Earth Journey Healing |
This workshop will assist in helping relatives to unlock the door to reclaim
their potential. The presenter will acknowledge the way relatives experience
their spiritual awakening and have unconditional positive regard for
experiences and feelings. |
San Jacinto Room |
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Lacey Sloan
(Osage)
JB Whipple
(Micmac) |
Issues in Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant Reporting in Indian
Country |
Participants will obtain familiarity with reporting forms for the STOP
Violence Against Indian Women and Tribal Coalition grants, and understand
issues of data collection and reporting. OVW grantees will gain important
skills in this workshop. |
Andreas Room
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Marla Jean Big Boy, J.D.
(Lakota)
Darlene Navarro
(Karuk)
Theresa Killham |
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) in Tribal Court |
Learn how to be an advocate in tribal court using the CASA
mission. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to start a CASA
program in tribal court. Appropriate for new victim advocates as well as
veterans. |
Chino Room
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Elton Naswood (Navajo) |
Victimization and HIV/AIDS: A Critical Link for American Indian & Alaska
Natives |
This workshop will address psychological social, cultural and historical
issues connected to the risk for HIV infection for American Indians and
Alaska Natives (AI/AINs),
including issues related to sexual assault, violence, and trauma. |
Pueblo Room |
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Douglas E. Beloof, J.D.
Steve Twist, J.D.
Diane Humetewa, J.D. (Hopi) |
Crime Victims Rights Lawyers |
The presenters are in the early stages of setting up an advocacy project to
service Native American victims of federal crime in Arizona. The
presentation will talk about crime victim lawyers for victims and the
efforts to coordinate this project with Arizona Indian Nations and the
Arizona United States Attorney’s Office. |
Mojave Learning Center |
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David J. Archuleta
(Shoshone-Bannock)
Daniel Rangel (Diné) |
Victims of Meth: A Facilitated Discussion |
Methamphetamine use and manufacturing are growing problems with Native
nations. This discussion will allow law enforcement officers and service
providers to have a frank discussion about the problems associated with
victims of meth. Together we can suggest solutions. |
Catalina Room |
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Gloria Champion (Comanche) |
Prioritizing Women and Children Victims: Envisioning a Native Shelter |
Interested in starting a shelter for victims of crime? This workshop will
provide insight into the process.
Staff from the Home for Women & Children in Shiprock, NM, will highlight
their work in envisioning and designing a culturally-appropriate shelter to
provide safety and healing for women and children victims of violence. |
Madera Room
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Nadja Jones (Comanche/Onondaga) |
Cultural Competency in Assisting Native American Victims of Crime
(Repeated on Friday) |
This workshop presentation is designed to develop cultural competence
through the policies, procedures, practices and values of an organization
and individuals who perform this service. Worldview differences are used a
sa primary focus for understanding the impact of cultural differences. Cross
Cultural principles are addressed in terms of providing services to families
of diverse cultures. |
Pasadena Room |
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P. Jane Powers, APRN, BC, MS, FAANP |
Medical Evaluation of Child Abuse |
This workshop will provide an introduction to the unique aspects of forensic
medical evaluation of child abuse. This presentation will provide an
explanation of some of the variables in medical assessment of abuse and is
designed for all disciplines. |
Sierra Room
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3:30 – 5:00 pm |
Workshops B |
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Kevin Pensika, Sr. (Oglala Lakota)
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Discovering and Healing the Inner Child
(Repeated on Friday) |
This workshop will acknowledge the existence of the inner child and how to
make contact. It will also cover personal healing from victimization, as
well as how to assist others. Participants will learn skills that they
can use in their own communities. |
Santa Rosa Room |
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Tami Tejada (Sioux)
Diane Askew |
No Healing in Silence
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No healing in silence is an interactive workshop about sexual
abuse. Presenters will explore the common myths that surround this sensitive
subject. Once the common myths are revealed, the truth about sexual assault
can then be discussed with better understanding. |
San Jacinto Room
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Beverly Wilkins (Creek/Cherokee) |
Developing Children’s Advocacy Centers in Tribal Communities
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This interactive workshop will provide participants with information about
the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) model and how it can be applied in Native
American and Alaska Native communities. Participants will learn about
specific steps they can take towards developing a CAC. |
Andreas Room |
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Kelly Clement-Murphy
Sherri Noonan |
Beyond Hospital Doors: Nutaqsiivik – A Model Perinatal Outpatient Support
Program for High Social Risk Native Women |
The Nutaqsiivik Program was developed to address the high rate of
post-neonatal infant mortality among Alaska Native infants in Anchorage. A
standardized risk list was created to identify families at high social risk
during pregnancy. Some of the risk factors include: parental substance abuse
and/or mental health diagnoses, family involvement with the state child
protection agency due to suspected child abuse and neglect, mothers with
child abuse histories themselves and teen mothers. Community health nurses
(RNs) monitor “at risk” infants through home visits and provide assessment,
teach parenting and healthy relationship skills, and general support by
working with the adults as well as other children in the home. |
Chino Room
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Diane Payne
Renee Williams
Cathy Sanders |
Applying for the Children’s Justice Act Grants
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Participants will learn about the CJA (Children’s Justice Act) Grant
Program from OVC, as well as information on how to apply for funding to
improve outcomes for child victims of abuse and violence. Following this
session there will be a meeting only for current CJA grantees from 5:00 –
6:00 pm which will be an opportunity for CFA grantees to meet OVC program
managers and technical assistance providers for the CJA program. |
Pueblo Room |
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Robin Runge, J.D. |
Economic Justice for Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and
Stalking: Employing New Advocacy Tips |
Attendees will learn how to identify employment issues for victims as well
as resources for victims as well as resources for victims regarding their
employment rights. Advocates, law enforcement, and prosecutors can all
benefit from understanding these important safety issues for victims. |
Mojave Learning Center |
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Rose Clark, Ph.D. (Navajo)
Carrie Johnson, Ph.D. (Lakota) |
Multigenerational Trauma and It’s Impact on Domestic Violence among American
Indians/Alaska Natives |
This course will provide a general overview of the cultural, social and
historical factors that have had and continue to have a significant impact
on the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). It is
imperative to understand and comprehend the sociohistorical context of AI/ANs
in order to facilitate positive change and healing that will be passed on
from generation to generation. This course will address issues related to
the phenomena of Domestic Violence as well as the Multigenerational Trauma
Cycle among American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). |
Catalina Room |
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Lisa Thompson
(Lower Brule Lakota Nation) |
Building Community Awareness and Education on Victims’ Issues |
This workshop is designed to assist participants in their efforts to educate
their communities about victims issues.
In the last 8 years, Wiconi Wawokiya, Inc. has been reaching out to the
community, schools and other avenues to provide education and awareness on
domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. In this presentation,
participants will learn how Wiconi Wawokiya, Inc. has worked together with
many agencies and programs throughout the last 5 years to provide awareness
and education on the issues of abuse. |
Madera Room |
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Hallie Bongar White, J.D. |
Supporting Victims with Disabilities |
Participants will learn about the special needs of Native victims with
disabilities, and gain an understanding of why a multi-disciplinary approach
is critical to address the problem. Law enforcement, prosecutors, advocates,
and others can benefit from this introductory workshop. |
Pasadena Room
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P. Jane Powers, APRN, BC, MS, FAANP |
Honoring and Supporting Child Victims: IHS/OVC Child Abuse Project |
The Indian Health Service and Office for Victims of Crime (IHS/OVC) Child
Abuse Project is a coordinated effort that is designed to help tribal
communities develop the capacity to provide local child abuse forensic
examinations that are accountable to the child’s culture and promote support
for the child. This workshop will provide an overview of the project, as
well as information about success. |
Sierra Room
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Friday, December 10, 2004
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8:30 – 10:00 am |
Workshops C |
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Kelly Stoner, J.D.
Shelley Miller
(Kiowa) |
Creative Ways to Keep Advocates’ Records Confidential |
Privacy and confidentiality are critical issues for victims of crime.
This workshop will help participants develop a basic understanding of how
courts treat confidentiality of advocate records. Learn creative ways
to protect confidentiality. |
Santa Rosa Room
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Dan Levey |
Surviving the Aftermath of Murder |
This workshop will inform participants about the Parents of Murdered
Children, Inc. (POMC) organization, which is for anyone who has lost a loved
one to violence. The presentation will cover the various programs and
support that POMC provides in the aftermath of murder. |
San Jacinto Room |
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Ada Pecos Melton (Jemez Pueblo)
Stanley Pryor
Mary Atlas-Terry
Leon Geter |
Organizational Capacity Building for American Indian/Alaska Native Victim
Service Providers |
This workshop will provide an overview of "capacity building" for Indian
victim service programs. Important OVC resources which help to strengthen
tribal organization, including resources for funding opportunities, training
and technical assistance resources and tools for accessing victim related
publications will be provided. |
Andreas Room
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Diane E. Benson (Tlingit) |
Finding Our Voice |
This workshop will offer an opportunity to utilize creative tools to
physically and emotionally free the voice. There are many things that can
silence a survivor, but survivors together can build their inner strength
through their own voices.
(Limited to 20 participants) |
Chino Room |
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Angela Moore Parmley, Ph.D.
Winnie Reed |
Crime and Justice Research and Evaluation on American Indian and Alaska
Native Issues at the National Institute of Justice |
In this workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), participants will learn about NIJ and its Crime and Justice Research and
Evaluation on American Indian and Alaska Native issues portfolio, as well
has how to apply for NIJ grants. |
Pueblo Room
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Leslie Hagen, J.D.
Jeff Davis, J.D. (Turtle Mountain Chippewa) |
Federal Prosecution of Misdemeanor and Felony Violent Crimes in Indian
Country |
In 1998, the Western District of Michigan created a docket that allows
tribal law enforcement to enforce federal laws against non-Indian
perpetrators. This docket includes misdemeanor crimes. This workshop will
explain the history and current functioning of this special docket. |
Mojave Learning Center
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Laura Ivkovich
Chuck Harwood
Jay Foley
Debbie Deem
Diane Humetewa (Hopi) |
Introduction to
Financial Fraud Victimization Issues (Part I) |
This session will focus on the various types of fraud (including identify
theft, financial exploitation of the elderly, cyber crime, and other
financial scams) and the impact of these crimes on victims. The session also
will look at the results of a recent Federal Trade Commission study
concerning the prevalence of fraud against victims in Indian Country. The
panelists will provide a useful overview of the issues that affect victims,
tribal and criminal justice personnel, and victim service providers
concerning financial fraud. |
Catalina Room |
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Norma Rendon (Lakota) |
Working with Children of Battered Mothers |
Many people struggle with the appropriate response to children who have
witnessed violence.
Participants will learn about different approaches to working with children
who come to shelter with their mothers. The speaker will share her
experience working with children and teaching children about respect and
nonviolence. |
Madera Room |
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Bonnie Clairmont (Ho-Chunk) |
Creating Effective Responses to Victims of Sexual Assault Through Protocol
Development |
This workshop will examine a protocol development process to create
victim-centered responses to victims of sexual violence. The presenter will
discuss the benefits of collaboration using a multi-disciplinary model. |
Pasadena Room |
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Pamela R. Burgess, Ph.D. |
Responding to Violence Against Native LGBT High School Students |
This workshop will present the anti-violence and tolerance program entitled
“Circle of Connection” – A group designed to reduce violence toward gay,
lesbian, and transgendered students at a Bureau of Indian Affairs Dorm high
school in New Mexico. |
Sierra Room
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10:00 – 10:30 am |
BREAK (Sponsored by Agua Caliente Band
of Cahuilla Indians) |
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10:30 – 12:00 pm |
Workshops D |
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Steven W. Perry, Ph.D. |
Measuring Victimization and Justice in Indian Country: An Integrated
Victimization, Law Enforcement, Adjudication, Corrections and Criminal
History Model |
Examples and results of current BJS Statistical data on the characteristics
of violent victimizations, law enforcement, adjudication, corrections, and
criminal history record statistics for grant applications will be examined
in the context of an ad hoc data collection, analysis, dissemination, and
information sharing (DADI) model in Indian Country. |
Santa Rosa Room
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Hallie Bongar White, J.D. |
Supporting Elders who are Victims of Abuse |
Participants will learn about the special needs of elders who are victims of
crime. With an understanding that our elders deserve respect and honor, this
workshop will provide specific information about how to respond to elder
abuse and other forms of elder victimization. |
San Jacinto Room
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Karen Gottlieb, Ph.D., J.D.
Christine Duclos |
Lessons Learned from the First Four Tribal Wellness Courts with
Recommendations for the Future |
This workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), focuses on the lessons learned by the first four
tribal wellness courts in implementing their wellness courts and
suggests recommendations to other tribal courts beginning the
process. The evaluation brings to the forefront the controversial
use of “recidivism” as an outcome measure for behavior prone to
relapse on its journey to wellness. |
Andreas Room
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Winnie Reed
Carole Goldberg, J.D. |
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Under Public Law 280 |
This workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), will report on the first-ever nationwide study of law
enforcement and criminal justice under Public Law 280, including data on
effectiveness, cultural sensitivity, and satisfaction with state law
enforcement and criminal justice. |
Chino Room |
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Jeremy Nevilles-Sorell
(Ojibwe) |
Designing a Visitation Center to Address Domestic Violence |
This workshop will demonstrate how you can design, access funds, and get
technical assistance to implement a visitation center. There will be an
overview of a model visitation center and information about how visitation
centers are helpful to families who are separated because of intimate
partner violence. |
Pueblo Room
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Michael Johnson |
Improving Law Enforcement Skills to Improve Outcomes for Victims (Repeat F6) |
Interviewing victims of crime is a critical skill for law enforcement. This
workshop, presented by a detective with many years of experience, will
provide participants with specific knowledge about how to interview victims
and investigate sensitive crimes. |
Mojave Learning Center
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Laura Ikvovich
Chuck Harwood
Jay Foley
Debbie Deem
Diane Humetewa
(Hopi) |
Intervention Strategies and Assistance for Victims of Financial Fraud (Part 2) |
This session will focus on possible intervention strategies and victim
assistance services for victims of financial fraud, as well as the use of
collaborative teams to address financial fraud and exploitation. The session
also will cover ways to help increase financial literacy of populations that
are targets of fraud. The panelists will provide helpful resources that can
be used to begin to address the needs of fraud victims. |
Catalina Room |
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Diane Payne
Arlana Bettelyoun (Oglala Lakota) |
Preparing Children for Court |
Participants will learn how to help child victims and witnesses prepare for
the often overwhelming experience of testifying in court. We will explore
ways to help adults in the legal system be more attentive to the needs of
traumatized children, and how to educate and strengthen the child’s family
support system. |
Madera Room
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Nadja Jones (Comanche/Onondaga) |
Cultural Competency in Assisting Native
American Victims of Crime |
This workshop presentation is designed to develop cultural competence
through the policies, procedures, practices and values of an organization
and individuals who perform this service. Worldview differences are used a
sa primary focus for understanding the impact of cultural differences. Cross
Cultural principles are addressed in terms of providing services to families
of diverse cultures. |
Pasadena Room |
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Eileen Luna-Firebaugh (Choctaw/Cherokee) |
Stalking in Indian Country |
Stalking is a complex social problem that pervades all levels of American
society, and Native women experience a high rate of stalking as compared to
other groups. This workshop will introduce the issues and explain the
procedural and policy approaches to addressing stalking. Focus will be on a
multi-disciplinary response. |
Sierra Room
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1:30 – 3:00 pm |
Workshops E |
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Babette Sandman (White Earth Band of Ojibwe)
Sandra Witherspoon (Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians)
John Witherspoon (Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe)
Ray “Skip” Sandman (Fond du Lac Band of Ojibwe) |
Spiritual Abuse: A Hidden Crime |
Sexual violence masks itself in countless forms. This workshop focuses on
the needs of victims of perpetrators who use traditional spiritual ways to
groom victims for sexual abuse / exploitation. Participants will learn
skills for responding to people who have been abused or exploited by
spiritual leaders. |
Santa Rosa Room |
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Phil Rector, Ph.D.
Eidell Wasserman, Ph.D. |
Child Victims and Children in Violent Environments (Part 1) |
This session will explore how violence and victimization affects brain
development in infants and young children. How the brain responds to
terrifying experiences will be discussed. New research demonstrates that
early childhood trauma has long term effects on individuals who are abused
or experience violence in their homes. |
San Jacinto Room
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Bill Miller (Stockbridge-Munsee
Mohican) |
Healing Through Native Music |
This session, led by singer/songwriter/painter Bill Miller, will provide
cultural communication opportunities and explore American Indian expression
about alcohol, drugs and violence and overcoming the pain of victimization.
Participants will learn how to expose inner feelings without feeling afraid
of criticism through making music. |
Andreas Room
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Jane Larrington, J.D. |
Crime Victims’ Rights in Tribal Courts |
Participants will learn about national efforts to enhance victims’ rights in
the legal system, with a special emphasis on how tribal governments can
adopt legislation to protect victims of crime. |
Chino Room
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Laurel Shuster
Ada Pecos Melton (Jemez Pueblo)
Stephen Wall |
Developing Children’s Codes for Tribal Communities |
The code development workshop is aimed at providing participants with
information on establishing local working groups to develop community based
children’s codes; discuss essential elements of children’s codes; and share
lessons learned from a New Mexico Children’s Code Development project
involving five Pueblos. |
Pueblo Room |
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Gina Aaliyah Gavaris, MC, CPC |
Crisis Intervention in Indian Country |
Geared for law enforcement and victim advocates, this skills-based workshop
teaches the behaviors to expect from victims at the scene of a crime and
identifies specific practices to increase efficacy of interviewing and
investigations. Participants will learn why victims may interview poorly,
why they may appear to be “lying” about events, how to handle victims who
appear hostile and/or uncooperative, and more. |
Mojave Learning Center |
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Kimber Evensen |
Vicarious Trauma: When Helping Hurts the Helper
(Repeated Next Session) |
Trauma workers and people who repeatedly witness or hear the effects of
trauma on others eventually begin to feel the pain of the trauma within
themselves. Learn how to differentiate it from burnout or counter
transference, identify it in yourself, put meaning to it, and address its
effects so that you can feel more comfortable and at peace. |
Catalina Room
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James Zion, J.D. |
Indian Country Jurisdiction |
This workshop will address a wide range of tribal jurisdictional issues and
problems with an emphasis upon practical tips concerning how victim advocacy
in Indian country can address these issues and problems. Appropriate for all
disciplines. |
Madera Room
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Virvian Yazzie (Navajo)
Alonzo Ned (Navajo)
Kevin Washburn, J.D. (Chickasaw) |
A Victim’s Role in the Federal Sentencing Process |
This workshop will inform participants of the roles that victims and the
United States Probation Office have in the federal sentencing process. In
addition, we will discuss obstacles and possible solutions to victims’
issues. |
Pasadena Room
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Sarah Deer, J.D. (Mvskoke) |
Protection Orders and Full Faith and Credit |
This workshop will cover basic information about how the Full Faith and
Credit provisions of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) work to help
victims of domestic violence. In addition, the presenter will facilitate a
discussion about challenges and barriers for tribal law enforcement. |
Sierra Room
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3:30 – 5:00 pm |
Workshops F |
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Kevin Pensika, Sr. (Oglala Lakota)
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Discovering and Healing the Inner Child |
This workshop will acknowledge the existence of the inner child and how to
make contact. It will also cover personal healing from victimization, as
well as how to assist others. Participants will learn skills that they can
use in their own communities. |
Santa Rosa Room |
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Phil Rector, Ph.D.
Eidell Wasserman, Ph.D. |
Child Victims and Children in Violent Environments (Part 2) |
This session will build on the information provided in Part I and provide
participants with strategies and tools to identify and respond to the
effects of early childhood trauma, and strengthen community responses to
violence against children. |
San Jacinto Room
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Winnie Reed
Miriam Jorgensen
Carrie E. Garrow, J.D., M.P.P.
(St. Regis
Mohawk)
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Comprehensive Indian Resources for Community and Law Enforcement (CIRCLE)
Project Evaluation Results |
This workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), will provide information about the evaluation of the CIRCLE
project – a 3-year federal initiative designed to empower American Indian
communities to fight crime, violence, and substance abuse more effectively. |
Andreas Room |
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Jerry Gardner, J.D. (Cherokee)
Sarah Deer, J.D. (Mvskoke) |
Integrating Victims’ Rights into Tribal Legal Studies |
This workshop will provide an overview of a Tribal college legal studies
initiative (Project Peacemaker) and examine ways in which educational
opportunities concerning victims’ issues can be institutionalized at Tribal
colleges through this program. |
Chino Room
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Gene Thin Elk (Sicangu Lakota) |
Healing and Spirituality: Living in Two Worlds |
This workshop explores the healing of victims from the approach used by
Medicine Wheel. Every effort should be undertaken to provide victims with
broad opportunities to recover form the impact of crime. |
Pueblo Room |
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Michael Johnson |
Improving Law Enforcement Skills to Improve Outcomes for Victims |
Interviewing victims of crime is a critical skill for law enforcement. This
workshop, presented by a detective with many years of experience, will
provide participants with specific knowledge about how to interview victims
and investigate sensitive crimes. |
Mojave Learning Center
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Tolly Estes (Lower Brule Lakota Nation)
Lisa Thompson (Lower Brule Lakota Nation) |
Peers Helping Peers |
Participants will learn about the links between abuse and suicide, and
develop new skills to respond to victims who may be at-risk. The workshop
will explore agency coordination, youth leadership, and outreach to at-risk
populations. |
Catalina Room |
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Kimber Evensen |
Vicarious Trauma: When Helping Hurts the Helper |
Trauma workers and people who repeatedly witness or hear the effects of
trauma on others eventually begin to feel the pain of the trauma within
themselves. Learn how to differentiate it from burnout or counter
transference, identify it in yourself, put meaning to it, and address its
effects so that you can feel more comfortable and at peace. |
Madera Room
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Paula S. Julian |
Federal-Tribal Working Group on Sexual Assault |
This workshop will cover an initiative from the Office on Violence Against
Women to address sexual assault in Indian Country. |
Pasadena Room |
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James White (Citizen Potawatomi Nation) |
Confidentiality Concerns in Criminal Proceedings for Victim Advocates and
Victim Witnesses: What Defense Attorneys Can Discover |
This workshop will provide an overview of the discovery process in criminal
proceedings. Participants will learn about the limits of victim-advocate
confidentiality in criminal proceedings. Enhance your ability to protect and
honor victims' confidentiality. |
Sierra Room
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8:00 – 9:30 pm |
Special Evening Performance
California Ballroom
Sponsored by:
Morongo Band of Mission Indians |
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Bill Miller (Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican)
Singer/Songwriter/Painter |
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Saturday, December 11, 2004
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9:00 – 12:00 pm |
Closing Plenary Session
California Ballroom |
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United States v. Lara: Accountability for Victims in Tribal, State,
and Federal Court
BJ Jones, J.D., Northern Plains Tribal Judicial Institute |
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Panel Presentation:
“Victims’ Rights in Multiple Jurisdictions” |
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This plenary session will demonstrate why it is critical that a
cross-jurisdictional approach be utilized in responding to crime victims.
Each speaker will provide information about his or her own experience
working across tribal, state, and federal jurisdictional lines. This
presentation is designed to facilitate discussion in your own communities
about the importance of communication and collaboration. |
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Federal Perspective:
Margaret Chiara, J.D.
United States Attorney
Western District of Michigan |
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State Perspective:
Edward Brunner, J.D.
Judge, Wisconsin State Court |
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Tribal Perspectives:
David Raasch (Stockbridge-Munsee)
Chief Judge, Stockbridge-Munsee Tribal Court
President, Wisconsin Tribal Judges Association |
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Tribal Perspectives:
Montie Deer, J.D. (Mvskoke)
Attorney General
Muscogee (Creek) Nation of Oklahoma |
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Closing Remarks:
Gene Thin Elk (Lakota)
Spiritual Leader |
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Closing Invocation
TBA |
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* Our thanks to Well
Nations Magazine for providing transcripts of these events. |
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