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2012 Virginia Victim Assistance Academy
2012 Basic Virginia Victim Assistance Academy
The Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), the Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund (CICF), and University of Richmond are co-sponsoring the fifth Basic Virginia Victim Assistance Academy from June17-22, 2012 at the University of Richmond.
Virginia is one of 22 states presenting State Victim Assistance Academies in 2012.
Virginia’s Academy is modeled after the National Victim Assistance Academy but provides state-specific training in victims’ issues.
The Academy has been designed by a multidisciplinary Steering Committee, which includes representatives from partner agencies DCJS, the University of Richmond, and the Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund. Other committee members include representatives from law enforcement, prosecution, the Attorney General’s Office, the Department of Social Services, the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance, the Virginia Network for Victims and Witnesses of Crime, the Department of Corrections, the Parole Board, the Virginia Center on Aging, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the FBI, local victim assistance programs, and crime victims.
Click here to apply to the 2012 Virginia Victim Assistance Academy
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For further information, contact Melissa Roberson at Melissa.Roberson@dcjs.virginia.gov or (804) 225-3456.
What previous graduates have said about the Virginia Victim Assistance Academy:
"I found this course very beneficial not only for me but others, the networking was terrific, to see so many different professions with one common goal, and learn about their roles and how easy it will be to work with each group. To see that it is not just a local interaction but the state shows true professionalism, and I am honored to be a part of the group."
"A wonderful environment for learning; this was the greatest week-long training I have ever attended."
"As a new sexual assault advocate, the training I received and networking opportunities provided by the VVAA were invaluable. It was by far the most well-organized, victim-centered training I have had the honor of attending, and it allowed me to see that I am part of a community of professionals that are incredibly dedicated to this work."
"VVAA was one of the best trainings I have attended in my nine years as a law enforcement officer."
"The week of intense study empowered me with practical tools to carry home and implement with the victims that I serve."
"Attending the Virginia Victim Assistance Academy made a huge impact on me, personally and professionally. I was reminded of the significance of my work as a service provider and I was re-energized by the passion of not only the presenters, but also by the other attendees at the Academy."
"The course content, presenters, group mentors, the beautiful environment of the college, and the special attention provided to the students made the Victim Assistance Academy a huge success. I feel honored and privileged to have been a part of it!"
"I feel able to effectively assist crime victims of all types thanks to the diverse curriculum offered at the Academy."
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