Description of Training:

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, in partnership with the Virginia Victim Assistance Network, is pleased to announce that registration is now open for The Trauma of Sexual Assault: Experience, Behavior, and Memory webinar series.

Traumatic experiences have powerful effects on the human brain. This presentation explains how trauma can alter brain functioning during sexual assault, and alter the encoding and storage of memories in ways that are commonly misunderstood by many who work with victims of sexual assault. Participants will learn about the key brain circuitries impacted by stress and trauma, including the prefrontal cortex and defense and memory circuitries. Participants will gain increased understanding of brain-based experiences, behaviors, and memory characteristics that will enhance their work with victims of sexual assault and other violence. This presentation provides a critical foundation for learning and applying trauma-informed responses with people who have been sexually assaulted.

Who should attend?

Law Enforcement, Commonwealth's Attorneys, Victim Advocates, Forensic Nurses, Social Services and other victims services professionals.

Date & Time - This is a 2-part live webinar series. Participants are required to attend both parts. 

Wednesday, November 4^th 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST
Thursday, November 5^th 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

Participant Registration and Cost:

There is no cost to participate in this webinar. Please click on the button above to register.  As stated earlier this is a 2-part webinar series.  Participation is based on your commitment to attend both sessions.  When you register, you will be registering for both sessions: November 4th and November 5th.

Registrants will receive an email prior to November 4th with information on how to access the webinar.

Cancellation Policy:   Registrants will receive an email notification if this webinar is cancelled.

If you have any questions or need further information please contact Jennifer Kline. Her contact information is below.