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July 2021
22nd National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect
We are pleased to announce that the 22nd National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN) will be held virtually on July 27-29, 2021. This event will offer an exceptional opportunity to connect and learn about nationwide efforts to shift the focus of the child welfare system to primary prevention—creating the conditions for strong and thriving families and communities where children are free from child abuse and neglect. Sponsored by the Office on Child Abuse and Neglect, Children’s Bureau,…
Find out more »Survivors of Suicide Attempts Virtual Support Group
Have you ever attempted suicide? Do you find yourself thinking of suicide as a way to end your pain? Do you feel as if there is no one you can talk to about your thoughts? You are not alone. With help comes hope. The Helpline Center is offering a support group for suicide attempt survivors. The support group focuses on a chance to meet others who have survived a suicide attempt and an opportunity to learn skills that may help…
Find out more »August 2021
Behind the Curtain Webinar Series: Prevention Services
Have you ever wanted to pull back the curtain to learn more about the Division of Behavioral Health and publicly funded behavioral health services? The Division’s “Behind the Curtain” webinar series is an opportunity to do just that. Listen as Division staff members and guest panelists provide a behind-the-scenes look at community and correctional based publicly funded behavioral health services, share prevention updates, and share how Division is uses data to drive system improvement. Grab your lunch and join your…
Find out more »Sexual Violence Institute
Save the Date for the Sexual Violence Institute. Sponsored by The South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault, CPCM and the South Dakota Department of Health. The event will feature Dr. David Lasik. For more information contact [email protected] During this two-day conference,,participants will learn from presenters about cutting-edge topics related to advocacy services, investigations, and prosecutions of sexual assault cases. A primary purpose of this institute is to bring together law enforcement, advocates, SANES, prosecutors, mental health, educators,…
Find out more »26th San Diego International Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma Across the Lifespan
The 26th San Diego International Hybrid Summit will have 12 sessions on Child Maltreatment. These sessions will discuss topics such as language and communication of trauma, science, application and limitations of resilience for trauma responders, and inner workings of trauma. The Keynote Panel for this track is entitled "Prevention of Child Abuse/Neglect."
Find out more »September 2021
NOVA’s 47th Annual Training Event
Join NOVA in-person on September 11-14, 2021 in Orlando, Florida at the Hilton Bonnet Creek Resort! Four days of inspirational speakers, dynamics workshops, network opportunities and self-care with your colleagues. We promise you'll leave feeling inspired and energized to continue your amazing work. Due to these unprecedented times, we have made changes to our registration policies. Please read the following important updates: In an effort to keep our conference accessible and recognizing the economic impact of the pandemic, we…
Find out more »October 2021
Call to Freedom CommUnity Breakfast
Our Annual CommUNITY Breakfast is our major fundraiser for the year. The resources will support Call to Freedom and our mission, which will allow us to provide supportive services to victims of human trafficking. The monies raised from this event will go towards emergency needs of clients, program development, and resources for the women and children that live in our transitional housing program, Marissa's Project. If you would like to serve as a table host or would like additional information…
Find out more »Behind the Curtain Webinar Series: FY21 Data and Outcomes
Have you ever wanted to pull back the curtain to learn more about the Division of Behavioral Health and publicly funded behavioral health services? The Division’s “Behind the Curtain” webinar series is an opportunity to do just that. Listen as Division staff members and guest panelists provide a behind-the-scenes look at community and correctional based publicly funded behavioral health services, share prevention updates, and share how Division is uses data to drive system improvement. Grab your lunch and join your…
Find out more »SANE Clinical Skills Lab
SANE Clinical Skills Lab This two-day Clinical Skills Lab is designed to provide clinical practice to nurses who are new SANEs or SANEs who have not had the opportunity to perform many exams. By utilizing live models, the Clinical Skills Lab will increase the nurse’s skill and confidence with performing medical forensic examination of the adult and adolescent sexual assault patient. Participants must have completed the 40-hour IAFN-approved didactic training prior to attending the clinical skills lab. Participants must also…
Find out more »November 2021
December 2021
Behind the Curtain Webinar Series: Correctional Behavioral Health Services
Have you ever wanted to pull back the curtain to learn more about the Division of Behavioral Health and publicly funded behavioral health services? The Division’s “Behind the Curtain” webinar series is an opportunity to do just that. Listen as Division staff members and guest panelists provide a behind-the-scenes look at community and correctional based publicly funded behavioral health services, share prevention updates, and share how Division is uses data to drive system improvement. Grab your lunch and join your…
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