37th NOVA Conference Program - National Organization for Victim

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NOVA
Conference
August 14 - 17, 2011
With Liberty and Justice
For All Victims:
Let Freedom Ring!
510 King Street, Suite 424
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
703-535-NOVA (6682)
www.trynova.org
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Philadelphia, PA
Program design by Nexario Solutions, a service of Anchor Consulting
1-800-NEXARIO
nexario.com
THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Our sincere gratitude to the following generous sponsors who have made
substantial investments in victims through this 37th NOVA Conference:
PLATINUM
SILVER
BRONZE
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THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS
IN-KIND DONATIONS
Hatfield Meats
Rick Jones, APPRISS
Health Partners
Center City Pretzel Company
Northwest Victim Services
Philadelphia Flower Market
Ray Fogel
Reunion Store
Rev. John Payne
Police Athletic League
Pennsylvania Correctional
Industries
Starbucks
Philadelphia Coalition for
Victim Advocacy
Office of the Victim Advocate
Danielle Davis
Rose Ann Capon
Bimbo Bakeries USA
Vincent Heath
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia District Attorney’s
Office
HERR’S
The Philadelphia Eagles
Michael G. Lutz
Lodge #5, Philadelphia Fraternal
Order of Police
NBC 10
Every Murder is Real
Arena Press
Sean McGarvey,
Handy International
Special
Acknowledgements
Rev. John Payne
Pennsylvania Coalition for
Victim Advocacy
Pennsylvania
Commission on Crime and
Delinquency
Honorable R.
Seth Williams
Honorable
Kevin M. Dougherty
Wawa
PECO
Carole Johnson
Nexario Solutions
THANK YOU TO OUR CONFERENCE TEAM
Philadelphia Coalition for Victim Advocacy (PCVA)
Conference Task Force Chairpersons
Patricia A. Payne
Northwest Victim Services
Conference Task Force Co-Chair
Tami Levin
Philadelphia District
Attorneys Office
Michelle A. Neil
Attorneys Office
Conference Task Force Co-Chair
Dr. Stephanie Mayweather
East Division Crime Victims Services
Carol Lavery
Office of the Victim Advocate
Lt. Altovise Love-Craighead
Philadelphia Police Department
Mary Walsh
Chantay Love
Every Murder Is Real
Rev. Myra Maxwell
Anti-violence Partnership
Sandra McGowan
Chief, State Office of Victim Witness
Advocacy (ret.), State of New Jersey
John Delaney
Attorneys Office
Daisy Pagán
Pennsylvania Commission
on Crime and Delinquency
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Frank Cervone
Support Center for
Child Advocates
Marcia Thomas - Bayne
US Attorneys Office
Donna Hull
Pennsylvania District
Attorney Association
Lois D. Fasnacht
Pennsylvania Coalition
Against Domestic Violence
Pennsylvania’s Advocates & Victim Service Providers
Laurie Ayler
Jan Baily
Michelle Bartley
Beth Birch
Dorothy Bottoms
Abby Boyer
Jennifer Braude
Renee Bressler
Valerie Burkert
Arlene Campbell
Julie Campbell
Rose Ann Capon
Matthew Chea
Desiree Coleman
Kable Dale
Betsy Dane
Deborah J. Daniels
Bridget Davis
Danielle Davis
Mena Davis
Susan Dever
Lavelle Dowtin
Michelle Dowtin
Estelle Faust
Susan J. Fritsch
Lydia Gibson
Victoria Ginn
Darnane Graham
Darnell Graham
Felicia Graham
Rayna Gray
Peggy Gusz
Kelsey Hard-Livings
Meg Harley
Chalynn Harris
Carol Hart
Lawanda Hawkins
Nikema Hawkins
Brooke Hedderick
Misty Henley
Ruth Henley
Andrea Hewish
Krista Hoffman
Nadine Holliman
Cherlynn Hopson
Kayla Houser
Alberta James
Carole Johnson
Roxie Johnston
Cindy Keeney
Lois Keller
Sylvia Kershaw
Mylisa Kesselman
Ahyana King
Paula Klein
Karen Laird
Carrie lee
Penny Linsted
Anne Marie Litecky
Ryan MacDonald
Ashley Manta
Linda Martz
Danielle Massey
Christina Maxwell
Gar y Maxwell, Jr.
Gar y Maxwell, Sr.
Pam McDonald
Gail Mitchell
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Deborah Near y
Andre Nelson
Melany Nelson
Lashawn Nesmith
Merr y O’Brien
Alicia Oglesby
Beth Oster
Daisy Pagán
Eric Payne
Rev. John Payne
Cristandra Penn
Laurie Reiley
Philip Reiss
Maria Rosado
Tammy Ruffner
Yvonne Russo-Devosa
Mar yBeth Sayles
Ruthielynn Scott
Robin Shea
Michael Simmons
Tracy Simmons
Judy Slagoff
Dana Smith
Maegan Staats
Michelle Stackfield
Alfreda Strand
Nichet Sykes
Donna VandeMortel
Betsy VanNoy
Lisa R. White
Linda Wise
Mildred Yarde
Terri Youngblut
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August 14, 2011
August 14, 2011
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
Dear NOVA Conference Partners,
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the National Organization for Victim Assistance
(NOVA), it is my pleasure to welcome you to the City of Brotherly Love and the 37th
Annual NOVA Conference.
You are a valuable ingredient of the 37th NOVA Conference: With Liberty and Justice
for All Victims, Let Freedom Ring! and I am privileged to share in the collaboration.
This year’s conference theme offers us a challenge – With Liberty and Justice for All Victims, Let Freedom Ring! Along with my fellow NOVA Board members and the NOVA staff, I
look forward to joining with you to increase our professional knowledge, improve services to
crime victims, and grow our capacity to thrive while serving others.
Although crime is down in many major metropolitan areas throughout our country, crime still
occurs at an alarming rate and a heart-wrenching multitude of victims are borne every day.
Tragically, criminals wreak havoc and tragedy daily. Subsequently, your
work in victims’ services has never been more important. Suffice it to say, we are all grateful
for the caring and heroic work you do every day, quite often without the praise and recognition you deserve.
May your time at the NOVA Conference provide you with meaningful opportunities to meet
with friends and colleagues, and also make some new friends and colleagues. May your time
also refuel the fire of your commitment to this important work and catalyze our service in
new pathways and new partners for our journey.
God bless you, your families, colleagues and coworkers always. And, of course, may God
bless America.
With gratitude and respect,
As Executive Director of NOVA, I am humbled by the small roll I have the privilege of
playing in such an august network of capable and committed people. This conference has
always been about training in best practices, deepening our capacity and broadening our
network.
You will notice that everything from the location, to the schedule to the finer details of the
variety of events is designed to make holistic investment in your personal and professional
health and well-being. Yes, the workshops and educational dimensions are the quality that
participants have come to expect. But there is so much more to conference that can enrich
your soul and inspire you in ways that nourish and flourish you.
It is my sincere desire that you be renewed in every possible way, experiencing a wide variety
of resources that will contribute to sharpened minds, stirred hearts and skilled hands.
Our incredible Pennsylvania Coalition for Victim Advocacy (PCVA) , our workshop and
plenary presenters, the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, the city of Philadelphia, and the
whole NOVA conference team are committed to a successful conference. But I can tell you
the most important detail to this whole experience: you!
The NOVA staff and Board of Directors look forward to the time with you here in
Philadelphia. We hope you will not hesitate to call on us should you have a question and
comment about enhancing the vital work that you do.
All the very best to you this week,
Timothy Jeffries
President, NOVA Board of Directors
Dr. Will Marling
Executive Director
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CONFERENCE AT-A-GLANCE
CONFERENCE AT-A-GLANCE
Sunday August 14
8:00AM-3:30PM
Registration
10:30AM-12:00PM Workshops: Franklin 1, 5-13
12:00PM-1:15PM
Lunch (on your own)
1:15PM-2:45PM
Workshops: Franklin 1, 5-13
2:45PM-3:30PM
Networking Break (includes food and beverages)
3:30PM-5:00PM
6:00PM-9:00PM Taste of Philadelphia Family Division of the Court of Common Pleas
1801 Vine Street
Monday August 15
6:00AM-7:00AM
Morning Walk—Meet in the Lobby of the Hotel
7:30AM-4:00PM
Registration (Closed during Opening Ceremonies)
Tuesday August 16
6:00AM-7:00AM
7:30AM-4:00PM
Registration
7:45AM-8:30AM
Membership Meeting: Franklin 1
8:45AM-10:15AM
10:30AM-12:00PM
12:15PM-1:45PM Liberty Luncheon (prepaid attendees only)—Main Ballroom
2:00PM-3:30PM
3:30PM-4:15PM
4:15PM-5:45PM
Can We Enforce Liberty and Justice for Victims?—Main Ballroom
6:00PM-8:00PM
ight Crime: Invest in Kids Welcome Reception for Homicide
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Victim Family Members (sponsored by Fight Crime: Invest
in Kids—Franklin 10
7:00PM
OVA National Crisis Responders Reunion (free ticket
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required for NOVA-trained crisis responders)
Philadelphia District Attorney Office, 3 South Penn Square, 1st Floor (Corner of Juniper and South Penn Square)
8:30-10:00AM
Opening Ceremonies — Main Ballroom
10:15-11:45AM
11:45-12:45PM
Lunch (on your own)
8:00AM-9:30AM
9/11 Commemoration—Main Ballroom
12:45PM-2:45PM
Identity Theft: Technology as a Weapon-Main Ballroom
9:30AM-3:00PM
Registration (closed during 9/11 Commemoration)
2:45PM-3:15PM
9:45AM-11:15AM
3:00PM-5:00PM
Screening: Heaven’s Rain (also time for Q & A)
11:15AM-12:30PM
Lunch (on your own)
3:15PM-4:45PM
12:30PM-2:00PM
5:30PM Mural Arts Bus Tour
2:00PM-2:30PM
2:30PM-4:00PM
4:15PM-5:00PM
Closing Ceremonies—Main Ballroom
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Wednesday August 17
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SUNDAY
SUNDAY
SUNDAY AT-A-GLANCE
8:00AM-3:30PM
Registration
12:00PM-1:15PM
Lunch (on your own)
1:15PM-2:45PM
2:45PM-3:30PM
3:30PM-5:00PM
6:00PM-9:00PM
Taste of Philadelphia Family Division of the Court of Common Pleas
1801 Vine Street
Sunday Workshops
Sunday 10:30am-Noon | Franklin 1
Challenges Victims Face When the Offender is a Juvenile
Participants will learn about the juvenile justice system and how it treats victims, the transfer process from juvenile to criminal court and the unique challenges that victims face. In addition,
learn about a well-funded national effort to support violent teen offenders and release without
victim notification. Legal and Supreme Court case law relevant to these issues will be provided.
Jennifer Bishop Jenkins, National Organization of Victims of Juvenile Lifers, Northfield, IL
David La Bahn, ADA-Association of Prosecuting Attorneys, Leesburg, VA
Building Your Victims Services Volunteer Program: A How-To Workshop
How does a program recruit, select, train and retain volunteers? Those questions will be
answered in this practical workshop.
Arleen B. Joell, Community Advocates for Family & Youth, Capital Heights, MI
Lizet Porter, Community Advocates for Family & Youth, Capital Heights, MI
Quit Telling Me What To Do!
Community Oriented Advocacy: A Guide to Integrating Advocacy with
Police Department
Participants will learn how being located in a police department can foster changes in attitude and
behavior when establishing a program for victims. Establishment of a program and getting into
a law enforcement agency will be discussed as well as step-by-step guidelines on how to build
such a program. Participants will learn how the use of roll call trainings, constant conversations
to keep on top of topics affecting the community, and providing information and referrals to the
survivors of crime will keep law enforcement interested if there are no current referrals. Overall,
this workshop will look at the great source of primary prevention and extending information to the
community and schools districts when integrating advocacy with police departments.
Leah F. Vallone, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, Pittsburgh, PA
Jennifer Hill, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, Pittsburgh, PA
Andrea Pottgen, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, Pittsburgh, PA
Getting It Together Without Coming Apart
With the workloads increasing as staffing is being reduced, it becomes even more important to
work efficiently. This workshop focuses on techniques for managing one’s workload with greater
effectiveness. Insights will be provided to simplify, reduce or even eliminate clutter with an
emphasis on “doing” a task rather than just “thinking” about a task.
Cindy Leonard, Bayer Center for Nonprofit Management At Robert Morris University, Pittsburgh, PA
Responding to Adult Survivors of Clergy Abuse
This workshop will define clergy sexual abuse/assault within the structure of the Catholic Church
and review victims’ demographics and profile. Psychological, social, and spiritual effects will be
discussed as well as the reactions of parish community. Victim services and resources for clergy
abuse victims will be provided.
Leslie Davila, Office of Child & Youth Protection, Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed and Something that Works:
Medicine, Nursing, and Law Enforcement
Learn more, in this workshop, about the role and responsibilities of a sexual assault response team
and join in the discussion about the benefits of such a team for the victims and the leadership role
that advocates can take.
Kathleen Brown, Ph. D., University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing, Philadelphia, PA
Mylisa H. Kesselman, Women Organized Against Rape, Philadelphia, PA
Learn key changes to becoming a great manager or leader, ways to better engage your work
force, and how to keep them.
Patty Tedesco, The Executive Training & Development Group, Inc., Chalfont, PA
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SUNDAY
SUNDAY
Creating and Maintaining Boundaries While Avoiding Compassion Fatigue
Compassion Fatigue is an identified condition, particularly among those assisting victims.
Participants learn about Compassion Fatigue as well as boundaries including handling the
emotions of victims. Focus is put upon understanding the symptoms of Compassion Fatigue and creating a program for self care.
Kathleen O’Hara, District Alliance for Safe Housing, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Sunday 1:15-2:45pm | Franklin 1
We Are a Team: Empowering Battered Mothers AND Their Children
In a domestic violence context, children can be exposed to violence if not abused. This
workshop addresses new and best practices to support battered mothers. It also provides
perspective for promoting resiliency in exposed children. Participants also learn strategies to
enhance the bond between children exposed to domestic violence and their non-abusive parent.
Casey Keene, National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, Harrisburg, PA
Kathlene Russell, M.D., Women’s Center, Inc. of Columbia/Montour, Bloomsburg, PA
“Mirror, Mirror”-a teen play about Safe Dating
This workshop includes a student-led performance of the play “Mirror, Mirror” for all attendees
to view. Learn how to present a safe dating play to a high school audience, how to prepare and
train students to run the program, how to gather tools for the program, and how to encourage
student feedback.
Kristine Wickward, Women’s Center of Montgomery County, Pottstown, PA
Todd Kelly, Pottsgrove Senior High School, Pottstown, PA
Chuck Gallun, Creative Health Services, Pottstown, PA
Janine Kelly, Women’s Center of Montgomery County, Pottstown, PA
Training the Trainer: A Primer on Training Techniques
Effective training is not only essential to the quality control of learning, it can directly impact the
skills of participants. This workshop will explore different training techniques revolving around
learner-centered approaches. The 7 Steps of Design will be used by participants to design a
presentation.
Will Roberts, VT Center for Crime Victim Services, Waterbury, VT
Self Care: Innovative Tools for Protecting Yourself as a Victim Advocate and
Crisis Responder
A Grief Like No Other: Surviving the Violent Death of Someone You Love
Traumatic grief is a unique grief. This workshop explores dimensions of traumatic grief
including the differences in grieving as well as seven stages of grief. Attention is given to
the needs of homicide survivors and how to assist them.
Kathleen O’Hara, Creative Strategies for Living, Philadelphia, PA
Cruising in Troubled Waters
This workshop will address the types of crimes that occur on ships and what measures the
United States and other countries have taken to protect cruise passengers. Learn what you
should know before you cruise and more safety tips.
Jamie Barnett, International Cruise Victims, Burbank, CA
Laurie Dishman, International Cruise Victims, Sacramento, CA
Working Together to Address Prison Sexual Violence
Participants will gain a greater understanding of prison sexual violence, the reasons for
underreporting, and its unique issues. Strategies to address this issue and legislative solutions
will be reviewed as well as personal attitudes and beliefs about incarcerated individuals as
victims of sexual violence. The barriers and solutions for successful collaborations between
victim services, law enforcement, prosecution, medical professionals, and corrections will be
addressed.
Jennifer L. Feicht, Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape, Enola, PA
The Use of Peacemaking Circles in Helping Victims Tell Their Stories
A valuable tool for assisting victims, the peacemaking circle offers the unique power of bearing
witness. This hands on, practical workshop is designed to explain the basic circle process and
also give participants the opportunity to experience it.
DonaldJ. Haldeman, Delaware County Juvenile Court, Media, PA
Emotional Impact of Abuse: Manifestations in Adulthood
How does the human body store the experience of childhood abuse? Learn more about the
reactions to child abuse both conscious and unconscious and how the well being is affected
physically, emotionally, and psychologically.
Frances B. Pelliccia, SPUH-Children’s Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ
Self Care is an essential responsibility and skill for anyone assisting traumatized people. This
workshop provides some innovative tools and techniques for practicing self care and creates a
framework for assessing self care effectiveness.
Will Marling, National Organization for Victim Assistance, Alexandria, VA
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SUNDAY
SUNDAY
Sunday 3:30-5pm | Franklin 1
A Day in the Life: Workplace Responses to Domestic Violence (PART ONE)
(Session 1 of 2) Domestic violence doesn’t stay at ‘home.’ Since domestic violence affects
people at home and work, this workshop provides insights for providing support for abused
employees in the workplace. Participants also explore educational components for employers to
respond effectively to domestic violence.
Dawn McKee, Centre County Women’s Resource Center, State College, PA
Betsy Van Noy, Centre County Women’s Resource Center, State College, PA
Sexting: The New Language of Love-Teens and Mobile Technology
Technology provides unprecedented opportunities for individuals, especially the youth of
a society, to communicate in profound and permanent ways. This workshop explains the
complexities of mobile technology, teens and sexting, including the new language of love or
“sext speak.” Participants also explore the physical, emotional and legal ramifications and what
can be done to educate teens and parents.
Richard T. Rose, Jr., Lakeland (FL) Police Dept., Lakeland, FL
Richard A. Brimer, Hope Counseling Center, Lakeland, FL
Utilization of the NOVA Crisis Response Model Within a School District
In this workshop you will acquire essential information needed to adapt and apply the NOVA
Crisis Response Model as a proactive and effective framework for crisis response in a school
district and community. Learn how to establish district-wide protocol and guidelines for crisis
team membership, roles, responsibilities, and behavior. You will gain practical knowledge to
effectively coordinate a crisis response by determining trauma impact, levels of service, and
logistics for crisis team deployment.
Joe Nail, Ph. D., Decatur, GA
What Victims of Gun Violence Need to Know
Approximately 70% of all violent crime in the United States is gun-enabled. Learn what gun
laws exist and how they impact crime victims and gather networking and support information
for victims. The group will also discuss the controversy surrounding guns in our nation and how
it poses a unique challenge for crime victims.
Jennifer Bishop Jenkins, National Organization of Victims of Juvenile Lifers, Northfield, IL
Bill Jenkins, WBJ Press, Northfield, IL
“Scum Remover”; A Practical Art Therapy Technique to Address Feelings of
Contamination After Sexual Abuse
Rooted Within Restorative Justice: Defense Initiated Victim Outreach
Safeguarding Communications Using Virtual Numbers
Strategies to Uphold Victims’ Service Funding During State Budget Crises
Participants will gain an understanding of “intrinsic contamination” as it relates to sexual abuse
crimes and will learn and practice the “scum remover” technique. In addition, participants will
better understand and practice therapeutic stances to use with a child/adolescent while using this
practical intervention.
Virginia White, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, Pittsburg, PA
Advocates working with domestic violence and stalking victims will gain an increased awareness
of how Caller ID and blocking works, review privacy concerns, learn about the features of virtual
numbers and how they mitigate Caller ID issues. In addition there will be a live demonstration
of Virtual Number services.
James A. Dill, Alutiiq, LLC, Etters, PA
Identity Theft: Locking Your Identity From Prying Eyes
What am I suppose to do with a victim of Identity Theft?
The workshop is in response to this growing area of victimization and the requests for practical
remediation information for the protection of advocates and victims. The workshop is designed
to strengthen your ability to protect yourself and others from Identity Theft. The workshop will
review the full impact of trauma that Identity Theft Victim’s experience. Complicating factors that
prohibit recovery for Identity Theft victims and knowledge of how to assist victims of the same
crime with remediating this matter will be explained.
Ruth Anderson-Cole, National Organization for Victim Assistance, Alexandria, VA
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What is Defense Initiated Outreach? Learn more about this concept and how it is victim
centered. Participants will gain insights into this process, how victims are empowered through
an open dialogue with the defense, and how the defense becomes more sensitive to the needs
of crime victims.
LaVarr McBride, Penn State University, Monaca, PA
States across the nation are facing unprecedented budget deficits, putting victims’ services
funding in jeopardy. This continuing budget crisis can also provide an opportunity for victim
advocates to explore common ground with other public safety and policy advocates. This
workshop explores critical considerations and opportunities for finding alternate funding and
strategies to protect existing funding in advocates home states.
Kerry Naughton, Partnership for Safety and Justice, Portland, OR
David Rogers, Partnership for Safety and Justice, Portland, OR
Surviving Stranger, Serial Rape
This unique workshop offers the participants insight by walking them through sexual assault
crimes in a first-person approach to the attack. Participants will also learn effective strategies
for assisting sexual assault victims from first responders to prosecution, including methods for
acquiring information about the attack in a sensitive manner.
Angela M. Olson, Prosecuting Attorney’s Association of Michigan, Lansing, MI
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MONDAY
OPENING CEREMONIES
MONDAY, AUGUST 15, 2011
Featuring appearances by:
IDENTITY THEFT:
TECHNOLOGY AS A WEAPON
Master of Ceremonies for Opening Ceremonies: Tony Hanson, NewsRadio KYW
Pattie LaBelle
Tom Corbett
Governor of Pennsylvania
Michael A. Nutter
Mayor of Philadelphia
Charles A. Ramsey
Philadelphia Police Commissioner
R. Seth Williams
Philadelphia District Attorney
David McKenna
Executive Director, Victim Support Europe
Zane David Memeger
US Attorney Eastern District
Philadelphia Police Color Guard
Philadelphia Police & Fire Pipes and Drums
Tami Nealy
Tami Nealy is Senior Director of Corporate Communications, with
LifeLock. A Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist™,
Tami has been with LifeLock since May 2007 and is responsible for the development of the LifeLock Speakers Series, LifeLock’s law enforcement initiatives and for highlighting the success and
sharing the vision of LifeLock. Her public relations experience spans
a variety of professional sports organizations within the WNBA, the
Arena Football League and NASCAR. She is a native of Rockford,
Michigan and a graduate of Grand Valley State University. In 2010,
the Phoenix Business Journal named her to the 10th Annual Class of 40 Under 40 Business Leaders.
Will Marling
Will Marling, D.Min., is an Ohio native who earned his
undergraduate degree from Cedarville University in 1986. He went on to complete graduate and post-graduate degrees, 1989 and 1997 respectively, with spiritual, anthropological, cultural and leadership frameworks.
Marling was appointed as Executive Director for NOVA in July
Spanish Dance Group
2007. Since that time he has been contributing leadership to the
African Dance Group
nationally. In the field of victim assistance, Marling has a specialty
organization while also promoting the concept of Victim Relations
as a Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist™.
Children We Live Project
Men of Redeemer Tabernacle Choir
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MONDAY
SUNDAY
MONDAY
MONDAY AT-A-GLANCE
6:00AM-7:00AM
7:30AM-4:00PM
Registration (Closed during Opening Ceremonies)
8:30-10:00AM
Opening Ceremonies — Main Ballroom
10:15AM-11:45AM Workshops: Franklin 1, 5-13
11:45AM-12:45PM Lunch (on your own)
12:45PM-2:45PM
Identity Theft: Technology as a Weapon — Main Ballroom
2:45PM-3:15PM
3:00PM-5:00PM
Screening: Heaven’s Rain (also time for Q & A)
3:15PM-4:45PM
5:30 Mural Arts Bus Tour
Monday 10:15-11:45am | Franklin 5
When Justice Takes a Detour: The Luzerne County Experience-Implications
for Victims and Victim Services
Corruption of a judge has profound ripple effects that can be farther reaching than people
realize. This workshop provides a case study approach to such an injustice. Participants will
explore the boundaries of victims’ rights issues as well as examining the necessity and benefits
of partnership among stakeholders.
Carol Lavery, Office of the Victim Advocate, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, PA
Valerie R. Bender, Office of the Victim Advocate, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Gibsonia, PA
What Did She Say? Understanding the Impact of Non-Typical Communication
in Victim Services
This workshop will examine how a victim’s complex communication needs can interfere with
the reporting, investigation, and prosecution of a crime. Strategies and techniques to promote
better communication styles will be presented.
Beverly L. Frantz, Institute on Disabilities Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
GwennE. Cujdik, Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia, PA
Amy Goldman, Institute on Disabilities Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
Seeking Integration Through Expression: The Use of Art Making and Imagery
with Victims
Monday Workshops
Life Inside the Medical Examiner’s Office: A Victim Service
Provider’s Perspective
What is the process of identifying the deceased at the Medical Examiner’s Office? The
Philadelphia Medical Examiner’s Office is one of the only coroner offices in the country to
employ master level social workers offering crisis care. Learn about the common signs
of traumatic grief, the process of identification, and how the system for examination and
identification considers the needs of families in the days following a homicide.
Amber Brubaker, Medical Examiner’s Office Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
This presentation will discuss specific issues resulting from victimization with emphasis on the
integration of trauma into the sense of self. Three ways that the art making process can be
used to address integration of trauma will be addressed. The participants will also learn three
ways that material used in art will also aid in addressing trauma. Participants will be provided
the opportunity to create a piece of artwork as a means of exploring the information that is
conveyed during the training.
Kate Stank, Crime Victim Center of Chester County, Inc, West Chester, PA
Telling Your Story
Participants will have the opportunity to determine if they are ready to turn victim into
storytelling such as writing or public speaking. The “ins and outs” of writing for healing and the
process of publication will be addressed. Participants will be provided with tools for using their
story to create change.
Jennifer Storm, Victim/Witness Assistance Program, Harrisburg, PA
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MONDAY
MONDAY
Coordinated Community Response Team in Rural Pennsylvania: Keeping
Victims Safe & Holding Offenders Accountable
Creating Comfortable Witnesses
A Day in the Life: Workplace Responses to Domestic Violence (PART TWO)
Monday 3:00-5:00pm | Ballroom
Heaven’s Rain Film Screening
This workshop is designed to provide participants with skills to identify barriers and also
strategize ways to collaborate with criminal justice system partners for domestic violence victims’
safety and offender accountability. The Coordinated Community Response (CCR) approach will
be explored fully to understand benefits, identify leaders and strengthen partnerships.
Angela Keen, Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Harrisburg, PA
Jeannee Mallow, Your Safe Haven, Inc., Everett, PA
William Higgins, Jr., District Attorney’s Office, Bedford, PA
Cyber safety is crucial if the tide of victimization is going to be stemmed in any significant way.
(Session 2 of 2) Domestic violence doesn’t stay at ‘home.’ Since domestic violence affects
people at home and work, this workshop provides insights for providing support for abused
employees in the workplace. Participants also explore educational components for employers to
respond effectively to domestic violence.
Dawn McKee, Centre County Women’s Resource Center, State College, PA
Betsy Van Noy, Centre County Women’s Resource Center, State College, PA
Victim Services: Is It Going to the Dogs? Utilizing Service and Therapy
Dogs to Fight Crime
Is it going to the dogs? Learn about various approaches to integrating canines into victim
services, fundamental elements needed to develop a canine program, and the therapeutic
benefits of such a program. Princess, a canine working for the Centre County Courthouse
Canine Program and Penelope, with the Crisis Center North will be available in the workshop for demonstrations and questions.
Grace A. Coleman, Crisis Center North, Pittsburg, PA
Kristy A. Carnahan, Crisis Center North, Pittsburg, PA
Faith Burger, Centre County District Attorney’s Office, Bellefonte, PA
Working With Victims: The Aftermath of Homicide
Trauma affects victims and their families. In this training, participants learn the physical and
emotional effects trauma can have, how to help families develop coping strategies for their
trauma and how to be aware of and address vicarious trauma effectively.
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Witnesses have common concerns and fears as they consider testifying in court. This workshop
addresses those issues to empower victims and witnesses by providing them with perspective
on their role, rights and responsibilities in the justice process. Participants will also learn ideas for
preparing witnesses to give testimony.
MaryAnne Kinnell, Calgary Police Service, Calgary, AB
The story of the Douglass Family, brutally attacked in their rural home in 1979, parents
murdered and Brooks and his sister left for dead, caught national attention. Compelled by what
happened that day and the days after, Brooks became the youngest state senator in Oklahoma
history so that he could take action against the injustices many victims of crime face. Recently,
Brooks has co-written and acts in Heaven’s Rain, a motion picture, based on the true events of
his family. Heaven’s Rain is a story of love, faith, and forgiveness triumphing over tragedy. Join
us for this special NOVA screening.
Brooks Douglass, Malibu, CA
Monday 3:15-4:45pm | Franklin 1
Conducting a Statewide Cyber Safety Awareness Campaign
Cyber safety is crucial if the tide of victimization is going to be stemmed in any significant way.
This workshop provides an understanding of issues and concerns related to cyber safety. Since
raising awareness at the highest level is crucial, participants will also learn how to identify and
engage potential campaign partners and access resources at little or no cost.
Kathy Nichols, Office of the Ohio Attorney General, Columbus, OH
Child Development and Investigative Interviewing in Abuse Cases: A
Framework for Children, Adolescents, and Individuals With Developmental
Disabilities
Gain a better understanding of core concepts of child development and the milestones that
impact the investigative interview. In addition, learn how prevalent developmental disabilities
can impact communication, the dynamics of child abuse - particularly sexual abuse, and tools
for effective investigative interviewing with the developmentally disabled population..
Jackie Block Goldstein, LSW, Philadelphia Children’s Alliance, Philadelphia, PA
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MONDAY
MONDAY
Power of Retreat: Art and Nature
In this workshop participants will learn to identify techniques to release heaviness and free the
spirit for personal creativity to promote the process of recreating life after loss. In addition, the
group will look at art forms that disclose and transform the internal landscape into visual images to
help facilitate dialogue and adaptation to life in its present circumstances.
Delores Gulledge, Ph.D., FT, CCR, Arts As Medicine, LLC, Columbia, SC
Van Gulledge, Arts As Medicine, LLC, Columbia, SC
The Victimization of a Survivor: When a Child Has Been Murdered
This workshop uses a film to examine the lives of five mothers from Philadelphia whose sons’s
were murdered. Though from five different walks of life, these five learned ways to communicate
the need for victim support in their communities. Participants will discover how to channel the
pain of loss into change for victims and also identify barriers to healing.
Dorothy Johnson-Speight, Mothers In Charge, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Ruth Donnelly, Mothers In Charge, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Donna Giddings, Mothers In Charge, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Vernetta Burger, Mothers In Charge, Inc., Philadelphia, PA
Kathleen O’Hara, Creative Strategies for Living, Philadelphia, PA
Elder Abuse Outreach Strategies
Community based senior centers provide an effective opportunity for victim service providers
to create an access point for senior victims of crime. This training context examines how
to form partnerships with established venues and programs serving the elderly and senior
citizens. Participants also explore strategies for outreach to elderly victims that incorporate an
understanding of their unique needs, limitations and communication capacities.
Maria Macaluso, Women’s Center of Montgomery County, Elkins Park, PA
Linda Collins, Senior Adult Activies Center, Norristown, PA
Heightening Awareness: Using a Data-Driven Approach on a Shoestring Budget
Getting the message out about our agencies, our resources and the needs of victims is a constant
need. How does a person do that on a tight budget? This workshop provides insight into using
data to determine the best ways to reach a local audience with specific messages. Participants will
also discuss free and low-cost ways to promote the organization and create partnerships to raise
awareness in local communities.
Ray Montena, Office of Victim Services, PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency,
Harrisburg, PA
Tara Mead, Office of Victim Services, PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency, Harrisburg, PA
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Promoting Empowerment in Crime Victims: Using Motivational
Interviewing Skills
In this workshop, participants will understand the principles of empowerment theory and its
application when working with crime victims. The basic philosophy of motivational interviewing
and its compatibility with victim services will be taught and tools and techniques will be practiced
to foster empowerment in crime victims.
Elizabeth Dailey, Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia, PA
Kathleen Watson, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
“SPLASH”. Violence Prevention for Persons with an Intellectual or
Developmental Disability
This workshop will present a ground breaking curriculum and remake of our previously produced
internationally award winning Internet Safety video. The new video for and by students and adults
with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) provides three scenarios that demonstrate
how this population can be at risk for assault or abuse online. Participants will learn the
warning signs of assault and abuse in persons with I/DD and the key components necessary for
implementing person-centered prevention, education and safety programs for persons with I/DD.
DiAnn Baxley, Ph. D., Transitions, Lewisburg, PA
Heather L. Shnyder, Ph. D., Transitions, Lewisburg, PA
Lessons Learned from Child Advocacy Centers Knowledge Exchange 2011
A Canadian modality, Knowledge Exchanges provide a unique context for learning. The workshop
provides participants with a clear understanding of Knowledge Exchanges as well as providing
insights from a 2011 event. Logistics will also be discussed for those interesting in holding their
own Knowledge Exchange.
Susan E. McDonald, Department of Justice Canada, Ottawa, ON
Lara M. Rooney, Policy Centre for Victim Issues, Department of Justice Canada, Ottawa, ON
Pamela Hurley, Centre for Children & Families in the Justice System, Alexandria, VA
Identity Theft: Educating and Assisting Victims
How do you define ID Theft? Learn more about its impact on the victim, follow up actions, when
legal services are necessary and how the legal field can help, and safeguards. Participants will be
able to identify ways to get involved in systems-level change.
Keith M. Gethers, Maryland Crime Victim Resource Center Inc., Upper Marlboro, MD
Merry O’Brien, Maryland Crime Victim Resource Center Inc., Upper Marlboro, MD
Bridgette Harwood, Maryland Crime Victim Resource Center Inc., Upper Marlboro, MD
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TUESDAY
TUESDAY
LIBERTY LUNCHEON
Special Guest: Brooks Douglass
This ticketed event will also include a special awards ceremony.
Brooks Douglass
is a former Oklahoma
State Senator, the
author of more than
twenty pieces of victims’
rights legislation and
a crime victim. But
the story began with
the Douglass Family,
brutally attacked in their rural home in 1979.
His parents murdered and Brooks and his
sister left for dead caught national attention.
Compelled by what happened that day and the
days after, Brooks became the youngest state
senator in Oklahoma history so that he could
take action against the injustices many victims
of crime face. Recently, Brooks has co-written
and acts in Heaven’s Rain, a motion picture just
released, based on the true events of his family.
CAN WE ENFORCE LIBERTY
AND JUSTICE FOR VICTIMS?
Steve Twist
Steve Twist serves
as Vice President
and General Counsel
for Services Group
of America, Inc. in
Scottsdale, Arizona.
He also serves as
volunteer General
Counsel for Force 100 and the National Victims
Constitutional Amendment Project, and is
founder and current President of Arizona Voice
for Crime Victims.
Mr. Twist has served on the national boards
of the National Organization of Parents
of Murdered Children and the National
Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA).
He is currently a member of NOVA’s honorary
board and remains a special advisory to POMC.
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Mr. Twist teaches victims rights law at the
Arizona State University College of Law and
he is a founder of the Crime Victims Legal
Assistance Project at the law school which
provides free legal representation to crime
victims seeking to protect their legal rights.
Mr. Twist has worked in the field of victims’
rights since 1975 when, as a lawyer for the Navajo Nation, he drafted a Resolution
that established the Navajo Victims Rights
Commission. He served for 12 years, from
1978 to 1991, as the Chief Assistant Attorney
General of the State of Arizona where, among
his other responsibilities as the number two
person in an office with 300 attorneys, he
directed the Organized Crime and
Racketeering Division.
He is the author of the Arizona Constitutional
Amendment for Victims’ Rights, which the
Arizona voters adopted in November 1990,
and the Arizona Victims’ Rights Implementation
Act. He has extensive experience litigating the
enforcement of victims’ rights. He has worked
across the country helping the Congress, state
legislatures, and local groups consider and pass
victims’ rights amendments and implementing
statutes.
Mr. Twist has a B.A. degree in Political Science
(‘71) and a J.D. degree in law (‘74) from
Arizona State University.
Meg Garvin
Meg Garvin, M.A., J.D.,
is the executive director
of the National Crime
Victim Law Institute
(NCVLI) and a clinical
professor of law at
Lewis & Clark Law
School. Ms. Garvin
is recognized as a leading expert on victims’
rights. She regularly presents on victims’ rights
and participates in national forums to develop
policy on victims’ rights. She has testified
before Congress and the Oregon Legislature on
the current state of victim law. She serves on
the Legislative & Public Policy Committee of
the Oregon Attorney General’s Sexual Assault
Task Force, and co-chairs the Oregon Attorney
General’s Crime Victims’ Rights Task Force.
She served as co-chair of the American Bar
Association’s Criminal Justice Section Victims
Committee from 2005-2010, and has served
as a member of the board of directors for the
National Organization of Victim Assistance. Prior to joining NCVLI, Ms. Garvin practiced law
in a private firm in Minneapolis, Minnesota and
clerked for the Honorable Donald P. Lay of the
Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. She received
her bachelor of arts degree from the University
of Puget Sound, her master of arts degree in
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communication studies from the University
of Iowa, and her juris doctorate from the
University of Minnesota.
Bill Montgomery
Maricopa County
(Arizona) Attorney Bill Montgomery was
elected in 2010 on
a pledge to fight
crime, honor victims’
rights, and protect
and strengthen our
community. As a West Point Graduate,
decorated Gulf War Veteran, professional
prosecutor and former Deputy County
Attorney, he has dedicated his personal and
professional life to serving others.
As County Attorney, Bill is committed
to vigorously prosecuting crimes and
holding criminals accountable, including
crimes associated with illegal immigration. Recognizing that violent child sexual predators
cannot be rehabilitated, Bill has been an
outspoken advocate for life sentences for these
offenders. He is equally determined to fight
fraud and identity theft through the County
Attorney’s specialized Fraud and Identity Theft
Enforcement bureau. Bill has helped shape
legislation designed to protect victims of crime and reform Child Protective Services, and he continues to be a passionate advocate
for Victims Rights in Arizona as Maricopa
County Attorney.
Bill currently resides in Gilbert, Arizona with his wife and their children.
Russell Butler
Russell Butler, Russell
Butler is the Executive
Director of the Maryland
Crime Victims’ Resource
Center, Inc., which
provides criminal
justice information
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and education; support services; therapeutic
individual, family, and group counseling;
and legal information, referrals, public policy
advocacy, and representation to victims
of crime. Mr. Butler has also drafted and
advocated for numerous statutes and court
rules that have been enacted into law to benefit
crime victims. Mr. Butler has represented
crime victims regarding their rights in criminal
cases in trial and appellate courts both in
federal and state courts. Mr. Butler also serves
as an adjunct professor at the University of
Baltimore Law School, where he teaches “The
Right of Crime Victims,” and he serves on the
Victim Advisory Group of the U.S. Sentencing
Commission. Richard Pompelio
Richard Pompelio has been a leading crime
victims’ attorney for over two decades. In
1992, Richard established the New Jersey
Crime Victims’ Law Center (NJCVLC), which
is dedicated to the pro bono representation of
crime victims in the criminal justice system.
NJCVLC was the first pro bono victim law
clinic of its kind, and it became the forerunner
to similar clinics established throughout the
nation. Presently in its 19th year, NJCVLC
has provided no cost legal assistance to over
10,000 victims of crime. Richard serves as
executive director and chief legal counsel of
NJCVLC. The New Jersey Crime Victims’ Law
Center is dedicated to the life and memory of
Tony Pompelio.
In July 2011, Richard Pompelio joined the law
firm of DiFrancesco, Bateman, Coley, Yospin,
Kunzman, Davis & Lehrer, P.C. in Warren,
New Jersey. His role will be to help create and
develop the first crime victim civil litigation
department in a major law firm in New
Jersey. The department will focus its efforts
on providing representation to survivors of
violent crime in their claims for civil damages
throughout the state of New Jersey and
nationwide.
Richard graduated summa cum laude from
the University of Kentucky College of Law in
1972 and was admitted to practice law in New
Jersey the same year. He has appeared as an
attorney in all state and federal courts in New
Jersey and in the Supreme Court of the United
States. Richard has also served as Chairman of the
New Jersey Victims of Crime Compensation
Board and as special counsel to the Office of
the Attorney General on victims’ rights. He
has been the recipient of many state and
national awards for his work on behalf of
crime victims, and in 2009 he received the
Criminal Justice Lawyer of the Year Award
from the American Bar Association.
Richard has frequently appeared on television
and radio as a victims’ rights commentator
and he has also published numerous articles
on the rights and remedies of victims. In
addition, he has been involved in the drafting
of much of the victims’ rights legislation in
New Jersey over the past twenty years. He
is the author of the recent treatise “Crime
Victims’ Rights; A Guide for Practitioners and
Service Providers” and lectures throughout the
United States on the subject of legal assistance
to crime victims in the criminal and civil justice
systems.
Tuesday At-A-Glance
6:00AM-7:00AM
7:30AM-4:00PM
Registration
7:45AM-8:30AM
Membership Meeting: Franklin 1
8:45AM-10:15AM
12:15PM-1:45PMLiberty Luncheon (prepaid attendees only)
Main Ballroom
2:00PM-3:30PM
3:30PM-4:15PM
4:15PM-5:45PMCan We Enforce Liberty and Justice for Victims?
Main Ballroom
6:00PM-8:00PM
ight Crime: Invest in Kids Welcome Reception for
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Homicide Victim Family Members (sponsored by Fight
Crime: Invest in Kids—Franklin 10
7:00PM
OVA National Crisis Responders Reunion (free ticket
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required for NOVA-trained crisis responders) Philadelphia District Attorney Office, 3 South Penn Square, 1st Floor (Corner of Juniper and South Penn Square)
Tuesday Workshops
Tuesday 8:45-10:15am | Franklin 1
The Latest and Greatest with NOVA Crisis Response Team Training
This workshop is a dialogue on NOVA crisis response training best practices including
discussions on psychological first aid and updates on training protocols. The conversation will
also include updates on organizing and deploying crisis response teams as well as the latest
developments for the National Crisis Responder Credentialing Program.
Barbara Kendall, National Organization for Victim Assistance, Alexandria, VA
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Death Notification Training
This training will provide step-by-step procedures for dignified and compassionate death
notifications for law enforcement officers, clergy, funeral directors, and service providers. Participants will learn the main principles of a death notification, explore the “Do’s and Don’ts” of
death notification. They will discuss preparation for survivor reactions and explore the concept of
“Why do victims respond the way they do?”
Rebecca Shaver, MADD North Central Affiliate, Conshohocken, PA
Linda Sposato, MADD North Central Affiliate, Conshohocken, PA
Deborah Amoroso, MADD North Central Affiliate, Conshohocken, PA
It Takes a Village to Train an Advocate: One Region’s Response to Meeting Statewide Training Requirements Through Technology
Traumas of Law Enforcement
Participants will learn the role of the agency in line of duty death. They will receive information
on the appropriate protocol for defusing and debriefing. Participants will also be able to
understand the appropriate methods of working with survivors after the funeral is over.
Madeline Neumann, Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc., Camdenton, MO
The Address Confidentiality Program in Pennsylvania (ACP)
Learn about the Address Confidentiality Program -- the myths and realities and comparisons to
other state programs. Attendees will participate in four scenarios.
Tod C. Allen, Office of the Victim Advocate, Harrisburg, PA
Alicia Smith, Office of the Victim Advocate, Harrisburg, PA
Kayla Houser, Office of the Victim Advocate, Harrisburg, PA
Participants will see an online streaming video library that allows domestic violence and sexual
assault centers to meet Pennsylvania state training standards. Best practices in the formation of
a large-scale collaboration between victim service agencies, research institutions, legislators, and
the foundation community will be presented. Learn how to use technology to create new and
cost-effective training opportunities for domestic violence and sexual assault advocates as well as
evaluation tools and measurable outcomes for web-based trainings.
Grace A. Coleman, Crisis Center North, Pittsburgh, PA
John R.Chapin, Penn State University, Monaca, PA
Marlo Svidron, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, Pittsburgh, PA
Participants will learn about victimization issues specific to drug and alcohol use as well as
special populations and will have an opportunity to practice responses to three population
groups.
Gina Basciani, The Crime Victim Center of Chester County, Inc, West Chester, PA
Kate Stank, The Crime Victim Center of Chester County, Inc, West Chester, PA
Tina L. O’Connor, The Crime Victim Center of Chester County, Inc, West Chester, PA
Building Bridges to Common Ground: Rachel’s Fund
Surviving Child Sexual Abuse
This workshop will outline techniques to enhance public policy initiatives when collaborating with
likely and unlikely allies. Specifically, learn how Rachel’s Fund educates, mentors, and assists
anti-death penalty advocates to build rapport with the victim services community and how to
access these resources in any community. Participants will practice skills through exercises and
role plays.
Diann Y. Rust-Tierney, National Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty, Washington, DC
Surviving a Con Artist!
In this unique workshop, participants will examine the psychological profile of the con artist
and learn to identify the clues that reveal the scammer’s true objectives and tactics. As well as
exploring the victims’ legal rights, the workshop will address how to assist victims in dealing with
guilt, shame and the negative reactions of family and friends.
Casey Jones, Woman Against Con Men-WACM, Clovis, NM
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The Effects of Sexual Victimization on Specific Adult Populations
The horrific nature of child sexual abuse demands special insights for those who assist them. This training is designed to give a victim’s perspective with insights for front-line advocates and provide strategies for providing optimum support to victims.
MaryAnne Kinnell, Calgary Police Service, Calgary, AB
The Changing Nature of Volunteerism: Recruiting and Retaining Direct
Service Volunteers
Volunteers can come from a variety of contexts from newly displaced to retired, to conditional
and long-term. This workshop, based upon the experience of a program with six offices and 185 direct services volunteers, explores the opportunities of working with the diverse
populations of volunteers, the connections for long-term commitment and maintaining
accountability and quality of performance.
Maria Macaluso, Women’s Center of Montgomery County, Elkins Park, PA
Deanna Linn, Women’s Center of Montgomery County, Elkins Park, PA
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TUESDAY
TUESDAY
10:30am-Noon | Franklin 1
The Burden of Truth: Serving the LGBT Victims
The goals of this workshop are to expand the knowledge of victim advocacy by addressing
issues specific to LGBT victimization, to address key concepts of marginalized populations, to
become better at navigating the criminal justice system with cultural competence, and to discuss
specific crimes and major criminal justice updates.
Cheryl A. Ricciardi, Florida Attorney General’s Office, Orlando, FL
Crisis Response After Japan’s Earthquake, Tsunami, & Nuclear Disasters
From a NOVA Crisis Responder to the recent tragedy in Japan, this workshop will diagram the
disaster and review cause, elements, challenges, strategies, and issues of concerns. Participants
will also hear selected survivor stories from this crisis response and explore the cultural
implications related to NOVA’s Crisis Intervention Model.
Van S. Gulledge, Arts As Medicine, LLC, Columbia, SC
Police Based Victim Services
Learn more about the benefit of victim services operating within a police facility, how to use
volunteers for front line service, and the role of volunteers with a police service. Also, learn
about the benefit of a provincial association for U.S. victim service programs.
Brent Hutt, Calgary Police Service Victim Assistance Unit, Calgary, AB
Penny Ferguson, Calgary Police Service Victim Assistance Unit, Calgary, AB
Public Policy, Victim Activism and Advocacy
Public policy is a concept not always fully understood. This workshop addresses the principles
involved in public policy and the role of victim advocacy. Participants also learn about major
trends in criminal and juvenile justice and victim services public policy.
Carol Lavery, Office of the Victim Advocate, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, PA
Steve Derene, National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators (NAVAA), Madison, WI
Bullying in the Digital Age: It’s Not Your Parent’s Bully
Bullying today offers unique challenges for victims and those who serve them. This workshop is
designed to identify the various harassment modalities that are being used today, in the context
of the social and cultural norms considered acceptable in cyberbullying situations. Participants
will learn methods and resources for assisting victims and reducing cyberbullying risks along
with a larger coordinated approach to prevention.
Michael J. Pesce, Network of Victim Assistance, Jamison, PA
David W. Zellis, Bucks County District Attorney’s Office, Doylestown, PA
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Common Sense Without Cents
This workshop will focus on techniques to providing better victim services even when there is
little or no money in the budget. In the current economic climate and budget cuts that many
agencies are facing, providing comprehensive services can seem monumental. But, by applying
common sense and old-fashioned networking, services to victims can continue at little or no
cost. Victims should never have to bear the brunt of budget cuts. As advocates, we will explore
inventive ways to fulfill the needs of victims of violent crime.
SharonH. Mai, Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, Jersey City, NJ
Jo Ellen Kirk, Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, Jersey City, NJ
Silena R. Shuta, Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, Jersey City, NJ
Working With Victims of Stalking: Strategies for Advocates
What are the unique challenges facing victims of stalking and the advocates working with them? Participants will identify strategies to assist law enforcement in investigating stalking crimes, learn
how to develop safety plans and stalking protocols within the local criminal justice system, and
identify resources.
Lynne M. Feldman, Network of Victim Assistance, Jamison, PA
Addressing the Needs of the “Other” Crime Victims: Going Beyond Restitution
Other Crimes = Arson, Assault, Burglary, Hate Crimes, Identity Theft, Robbery, Theft. This
workshop will identify the range of psychological, emotional, and material losses associated with
“other” crimes and look at comprehensive needs assessment strategies for victims. Participants
will learn language and communication skills, understand unique cultural concerns, and
techniques to promote feelings of safety for the victim throughout the criminal justice process.
Elizabeth Dailey, Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, Philadelphia, PA
Leslie Davila, Office of Child & Youth Protection, Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
The National Advocate Credentialing Program: What is it? What Can it
Do for Me?
Participants will get an overview of the national credentialing program, its history, components
and the levels of achievement. In addition, learn how to access the NACP application as well as
when and how to apply and renew. Be one of the many who have already put their education,
experience, and skills into earning this professional credential.
Jeannette M. Adkins, Greene County Prosecutor’s Office, Bellbrook, OH
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Working With Domestic Violence Survivors
What is an abusive relationship? Get answers and learn more about victim impact, effective
intervention strategies, safety planning, and empowerment counseling.
Susanna Gilbertson, Lutheran Settlement House/Bilingual Domestic Violence Program,
Philadelphia, PA
Naomi Faszczyk, Lutheran Settlement House/Bilingual Domestic Violence Program, Philadelphia, PA
2-3:30pm | Franklin 1
Neurobiology of Trauma Meets Grounding
What is the neurobiology of trauma? Learn about the impact of trauma on memory and the
body and how sensory information can both trigger and/or ground survivors. Sensory grounding
techniques will be reviewed.
Julie C. Evans, MSW, Pittsburg Action Against Rape, Pittsburgh, PA
Kaity’s Way P.E.A.C.E. Putting an End to Teen Dating Violence
Participants will learn how survivors turn a tragedy into triumph. Kaity’s story will be shared and
an explanation of the therapeutic aspects of what the family does to cope and how they became
a 501(c) (3) Nonprofit Corporation.
Bobbi Sudberry, Kaity’s Way, Phoenix, AZ
Raising Awareness of Older Adults Impacted by Family Violence
What are the signs of elder abuse? Learn more about the prevalence of domestic violence
against seniors, the obstacles to reporting, and the challenges of collaboration between adult
protective services and domestic violence services.
Jeni C. Wright, Senior LAW Center, Philadelphia, PA
Jennifer Braude, Center For Advocacy For the Rights and Interests of the Elderly, Philadelphia, PA
All Stressed Out & No One to Choke (stress management)
This stress management workshop is designed to help participants recognize stressors, become
aware of their own personal stress level and discover healthy, effective methods to reduce
stress. Time management and humor are discussed and a personal stress level assessment and
plan for healthy stress management will be the outcome of the training.
Karen Vadino, Motivational Speaker, Youngstown, OH
Illuminations: Through the Eyes of a Child
Participants will gain new insights and perspectives regarding the experience and behavior of
child victims, the nature of empathy as a critical tool, and the implications for professional work
in the area of victimization.
Rick Azzaro, YWCA York, ACCESS-York/VAC, York, PA
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Tribal Law and Order Act of 2010: Impact on Crime Victims in Indian Country
What is the Tribal Law and Order Act and what is its importance to victims? This workshop will
summarize the key components of the law, look at its impact on crime victims in Indian Country,
and examine the laws effort to change the character of Tribal Courts.
Joseph Myers, National Indian Justice Center, Santa Rosa, CA
Responding to K-12 Schools in Crisis: What You Need to Know
Schools face crises every day. Responders have the opportunity before, during and after a crisis
to provide support and resources. This workshop provides participants with a template of tested
protocols for management of school crisis events. It will also include supportive and appropriate
classroom interventions as well as tools for helping educators address the emotional and
traumatic responses that evolve from crisis situations.
Roger E. Roberts, Madison County Emergency Management Agency, London, OH
Mary Dietz, Madison County Crisis Response Team, London, OH
Margaret E. Johnson, Madison County Crisis Response Team, London, OH
Civil Justice for Victims of Crime
Victim advocates are familiar with the criminal justice process. But what about the civil justice
system? This workshop will explore the difference between civil and criminal justice and the
advantages to each. Along with an understanding of the two systems, participants will also gain
an understanding of the use of civil action for victims and what advantages and disadvantages
that might bring. Practical issues related to filing a civil action and also what expectations for
victims of a civil action will also be considered.
Melvin L. Hewitt, Jr., Isenberg & Hewitt, P.C., Atlanta, GA
The Notoriety of Murderabilia/Son-of-Sam Laws/Profiting from Crime
This fascinating workshop provides insight into an industry revolving around the sale of
tangible property made or owned by convicted criminals. Participants will learn about the laws
attempting to prohibit (or allowing) criminals to profit. Murderabilia will also be on display.
Content from this workshop has been featured on ABC’s 20/20 and the Nancy Grace Show.
Andy Kahan, Parents of Murdered Children, Houston, TX
Victims of Crime In Canada: Research and Policy
The neighbor to the north, Canada has its own context for victims of crime. Exploring the
Canadian perspective, this workshop will include the role of the federal government, research
and policy examples along with challenges for policymakers and researchers.
Susan E. McDonald, Department of Justice Canada, Ottawa, OH
Lara M. Rooney, Policy Centre for Victim Issues, Department of Justice Canada, Ottawa, OH
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WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
VICTIM TRIBUTE:
A 9/11 COMMEMORATION
Sandra J. McGowan
Carol Lavery
Chief New Jersey State Office of Victim
Witness Advocacy (retired)
Office of the Victim Advocate,
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Panel Members:
Mary Claire Mullen
Clinical Director of Women
Against Rape
Tom Keevey
Assistant Chief New Jersey State Office
of Victim Assistance Advocacy (retired)
Connie Schwedes
New Jersey Sarte/Sane Program Director
New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice
Sharon Mai
Hudson County New Jersey Victim
Witness Director
NOVA Honorary Board Member, NOVA
Crisis Response Team Responder
Wednesday At-A-Glance
8:00AM-9:30AM
9/11 Commemoration—Main Ballroom
9:30AM-3:00PM
Registration (Closed during 9/11 Commemoration)
9:45AM-11:15AM
Workshops
11:15AM-12:30PM Lunch (on your own)
12:30PM-2:00PM
Workshops
2:00PM-2:30PM
2:30PM-4:00PM
4:15PM-5:00PM
Workshops
Closing Ceremonies —Main Ballroom
Wednesday Workshops
CLOSING CEREMONIES
Featuring appearances by:
Men of Redeemer
Tabernacle Choir
Pennsylvania Coalition
for Victim Advocacy
Will Marling
Executive Director,
National Organization for
Victim Assistance
Us Again Drill Team
Conference Week
in Review Video
Ebenezer Baptist
Praise Dancers
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Wednesday 9:45-11:15am | Franklin 1
Pretrial Release Decision Making: What Victims Should Know About How
Decisions Are Made to Release or Hold Defendants Pending Trial
This workshop will provide insights into how pretrial release decisions are made. In
addition, learn to assess how decision making practices impact victim safety and how to
recommend changes to enhance victim safety. Finally, learn about the role that victims can play in the pretrial period.
John Clark, Pretrial Justice Institute, Washington, DC
Restitution Enforcement Court: A Victim-Centered Approach to Collections
Using the Maricopa County (Arizona) collaborative model, participants in this workshop
will learn about probation departments and court-ordered restitution collection. Maricopa
County has a commitment to holding offenders accountable and uses unique and
innovative methods to provide victims with their restitution.
Steve Hartley, Maricopa County Adult Probation, Scottsdale, AZ
Roland Steinle, Maricopa County Adult Probation, Phoenix, AZ
Kim Knox, Maricopa County Adult Probation, Phoenix, AZ
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WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Advocacy for Child Crime Victims
The Joys of the Journey: Remembering That Only When it is Darkest,
Can You See the Stars
Gain an understanding of the developmental and therapeutic needs of child victims and
how these needs impact testimony. In addition, you will learn how to identify systemic
factors and family dynamics that can deter successful engagement of families and victims
and techniques to overcome these obstacles.
Tracey Thomasey, Support Center for Child Advocates, Philadelphia, PA
Devon Ferguson, Support Center for Child Advocates, Philadelphia, PA
Utilizing the neuroscience of healing this presentation teaches how to help victims
identify how the greatest wound can be the greatest teacher. Participants will be
introduced to non-traditional healing techniques such as Yoga, Reiki, Meditation, and
Guided Imagery.
Gina Basciani, The Crime Victim Center of Chester County, Inc, West Chester, PA
Maegan Staats, The Crime Victim Center of Chester County, Inc, West Chester, PA
Working With Homicide Survivors-What Helps, What Hurts-From A
Mother’s Perspective
Victim Offender Dialogue Program
Mary Rondeau Westra’s twenty-four year old son Peter was kicked to death by bouncers
outside a nightclub in 2001. Five men were indicted for the crime. In this workshop,
the concepts of liberty and justice are examined from the survivor’s point of view. Learn ways to better bridge the gaps between the needs of the surviving family and the
objectives of the investigation and prosecution process. Discuss recommendations and
principles for enhanced communication and management of the family during judicial
proceedings.
Mary Rondeau Westra, Saint Paul, MN
Implementing a Medical Advocacy Program In Your Community
Learn how to form and maintain collaborative agreements with community resources and
how to implement comprehensive victim services through regional hospitals and medical
facilities. Develop ongoing educational opportunities using technology, graduated
learning while considering the demanding schedule of the practitioner. Measurable
outcomes and building awareness of domestic violence issues through involvement and
research with other systems, such as, law enforcement, judiciary, and prosecutors will be
reviewed.
Erin Varner, Crisis Center North, Pittsburgh, PA
John R. Chapin, Penn State University, Monaca, PA
Patricia Hefner, Heritage Valley Sewickley School of Nursing, Coraopolis, PA
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Participants will view and discuss clips from a documentary “Beyond Conviction” and
learn the process from intake to completion of the Victim Offender Dialogue Program. In addition, offender surveys, funding and the Inmate Accountability Program will be
reviewed.
Pam Behr, Office of the Victim Advocate, Camp Hill, PA
Andrew Barnes, PA Dept. of Corrections, Mechanicsburg, PA
Privacy Puzzle: The Impact of the Internet and Technology on Victims’
Safety and Privacy
In this workshop, participants will identify ways in which victim information is
vulnerable to disclosure on the internet through actions of family, courts, and others. Learn how perpetrators use the internet and electronic technology to harass and
stalk. Learn how to better assist victims to protect confidential information and
strategies to remain safe.
Laurie L. Baughman, PA Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Harrisburg, PA
Lois D. Fasnacht, PA Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Harrisburg, PA
Trauma-Informed Advocacy for Victim Service Providers
This workshop will focus on the effects of traumatic events and skill building for
service workers. Participants will gain an increased understanding of trauma
informed universal precautions for skilled-based advocacy, identify appropriate
responses that contribute to recovery, and insights into trauma specific to women
and girls across the lifespan.
Jan Davis, Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Harrisburg, PA
D. Jo Sterner, Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Harrisburg, PA
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WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Domestic Violence in Later Life
This workshop will look at the dynamics of abuse in later life and how these can be
different from the abuse among younger adults. Abuser behavior will be reviewed. Participants will learn screening techniques for abuse and how to assist older adult
victims in making safety plans.
Minna Davis, MA, LPC, NCC, Laurel House of Montgomery County, Norristown, PA
Wednesday 12:30-2pm | Franklin 1
Delivering Victim-Sensitive Death Notifications
Learn how to deliver a death notification that is sensitive to the victims. What is the
impact that a death notification can have on victims? What language can be used to
communicate effectively with victims during a death notification? Learn how to help
victims through the traumatic shock that follows a death notification.
Stalking
Participants will learn what stalking is, common traits of stalkers, and natural reactions
of stalking victims. The physical and emotional impact of victims of stalking, how to
build a case and cyberstalking will also be covered.
Judie Dilday, End Stalking In America, Inc., Gilbert, AZ
Senior Victim Advocacy
Seniors can have unique needs in the aftermath of victimization. This workshop
explores holistic approaches to advocacy including legal remedies. Specific discussion
includes domestic violence and sexual assault of elder victims as well as Pennsylvania’s
model for senior victim advocacy.
Diane Menio, CARIE, Philadelphia, PA
Cindy A. Love, Clinton County Women’s Center, Lock Haven, PA
Karen Buck, Esq., SeniorLAW Center, Philadelphia, PA
Amber Todd, The Crime Victim’s Center of Chester County, Inc., West Chester, PA
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Justice Is Thy Plea
This workshop will address the roles of the Judge, District Attorney, and Attorney for the
survivor and a Victim Advocate in effectively conveying the role, needs and justice sought
for a survivor of violent crime. Specifically, participants will hear about legal issues
that affect the evidence that a jury can hear, the legal exceptions used by prosecution,
the ability to convey the information to survivors and what is needed at sentencing. Participants will get a comprehensive view of the criminal justice process from the inside
out to better understand the process, procedure and nuances of the system.
Tina Polacheck Gartley, Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, Wilkes Barre, PA
Daniel P. Pillets, Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, Wilkes Barre, PA
Romilda P. Crocamo, Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas, Wilkes Barre, PA
Munchausen Mom: Caring Parent or Mentally Ill Monster?
The training will provide a definition of “Munchausen By Proxy Syndrome” as well as
explore the case of Tracy McHugh through investigation, conviction and deportation.
Along with recent research and relevant case law, strategies and techniques of “team
approach” investigation will also be discussed.
Richard T. Rose, Lakeland (FL) Police Dept., Lakeland, FL
Get the Insider Story: Behind the Scenes of a State Crisis Response Team
Does your state have a Crisis Response Team? Learn how state teams are structured
and funded. In addition, you will learn about challenges facing state teams and gain
insights into how state teams provide training and practice opportunities.
Kathy M. Bennett, Network of Victim Assistance, Jamison, PA
Mary Claire Mullen, Victims Resource Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA
James Gierke, Pima County Attorney’s Office, Tucson, AZ
Cheryl Ricciardi, Florida Attorney General’s Office, Orlando, FL
Cindy Kuhr, Ohio Victim Witness Association (OVWA), Centerville, OH
Shelby Worley, Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, Placerville, CA
BobbySmith, Baptist General Convention of Texas Office of Chaplaincy Relations, Dallas, TX
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WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Sexual and Domestic Violence and Disabilities
Examine the prevalence of domestic and sexual violence in the lives of people with
disabilities and the impact. Learn more about the barriers to getting services and ways
that domestic and sexual violence programs can make programmatic and attitudinal
changes to better reach and respond appropriately to victims with disabilities.
Resources will be provided.
Jacqueline J. Stutts, Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Harrisburg, PA
Karla Vierthaler, PA Coalition Against Rape, Enola, PA
Victim Compensation: Helping Victims Cope With the Cost of Crime
Learn more about the requirements, benefits, and procedures of your state crime
victim compensation program, how to access the program, and what to tell victims
about recovering financial losses due to crime.
Dan Eddy, National Association of Crime Victim Compensation Boards, Alexandria, VA
Bonnie Bechtel, Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency, Harrisburg, PA
Meg Strader, Pennsylvania Commission on Crime & Delinquency, Harrisburg, PA
Self-Injurious Behavior and Re-Victimization: Why Does That Happen?
This workshop will explore attitudes about self-injurious behavior that negatively
impact survivors. Learn more about the links between childhood trauma and self-injury, better response services, and the connections between trauma and re-victimization.
Julie C. Evans, MSW, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, Pittsburgh, PA
Identifying and Serving Victims of Human Trafficking
What are the red flag indicators of human trafficking? In this workshop, learn the
indicators and unique needs of these victims as well as best practices for service. Also learn both rapid and in-depth victim assessment questions and gain a deeper
knowledge of the services provided by the National Human Trafficking Resource
Center for victims, victim advocates, and law enforcement.
Sarah Grenzeback, Polaris Project, National Human Trafficking Resource Center,
Washington, DC
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Dec. 3rd Anti-Asian Immigrant Attacks: A Collaborative Response to
Bias Violence in Schools
Participants will learn about bias based violence and harassment. Participants will
hear the experience of youth who were victims of bias violence and the organizing
they did to combat school violence. This session will include their experience
during an 8-day boycott and working through the Department of Justice and the
Pennsylvania Commission on Human Relations to improve their school. Participants
will gain an increased understanding of how to work with immigrant and limited
English proficient youth. Participants will hear about the experience of working in a
multi racial/ethnic, multilingual youth group. This workshop will provide participants
with a concrete understanding of the strength of victim advocates and community
advocates when working collaboratively to respond to school violence.
Alison Sprague, Victim/Witness Services of South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
Nancy Dung Nguyen, Boat People S.O.S., Philadelphia, PA
Xu Lin, Asian Americans United, Philadelphia, PA
Helen Gym, Asian Americans United, Philadelphia, PA
Ellen Somekawa, Asian Americans United, Philadelphia, PA
Tram B. Nguyen, Victim/Witness Services of South Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
Trauma Inflicted Communities: The Crisis Response Team and Law
Enforcement’s Coordinated Response
Learn the importance of responding to crisis immediately following a traumatic
incident to reduce the onset of mental illness and Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome. Participants will understand why a Crisis Response Team within a victim service
organization provides best practices for continuity of care and good “customer
service” for police agencies. Through practical application, learn more about the role
and boundaries of the crisis responder and the importance of building partnerships to
increase victim response and reduce secondary victimization.
Heather Williams, M.A., CSP Victim Assistance Programs, Santa Ana, CA
Craig Hunter, M.A, Anaheim Police Department, Anaheim, CA
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WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Crisis Response Team Leaders: A Discussion Forum
This workshop is a closed session for regional, state and local NOVA Crisis Response
Team coordinators and leaders. If you are a crisis response team coordinator or
leader, come and interact with other leaders and coordinators and the NOVA staff
about best practices regarding NOVA teams and the NOVA network.
Will Marling, National Organization for Victim Assistance, Alexandria, VA
Who Cleans Up a Crime Scene?
Have you ever wondered about crime scene remediation? Are there industry
standards and regulations? How does a victim advocate know who to recommend?
While there are hundreds of Crime and Trauma Scene (CTS) professional cleaning
companies, very few first responders have established a vetting process or local
relationships. This workshop will walk you through the industry services available in
most communities throughout the US, identifying what to look for and how to help
you establish a bio remediation service in your community.
George Shanine, AfterMath, Inc., Oswego, IL
Tricia Heinle, AfterMath, Inc., Oswego, IL
Jane Conn, AfterMath, Inc., Oswego, IL
Finding Your Cocoon: Taking Care of the Advocate
This workshop focuses on the most important aspect of the helping profession: How
to take care of you! This workshop will help to identify signs of stress that lead to
vicarious trauma. Learn how direct services can impact your life in positive and
negative ways. Learn techniques for self care and to make the negative a positive.
Fun is also part of the curriculum.
Cindy Kuhr, Ohio Victim Witness Association (OVWA), Centerville, OH
Victims’ Services and Addiction Treatment: Building Bridges to
Rebuild Lives
Though Research indicates a strong correlation between substance abuse and
victimization, many communities don’t have strong collaborations between victim
services and treatment providers. This can leave many survivors without access to
information and assistance that they need. This workshop will provide research data
on victimization, addiction and the criminal justice system. Participants will also
discover opportunities and challenges for collaboration between victim services and
treatment providers, as well as strategies for building bridges between the two.
Kerry Naughton, Partnership for Safety and Justice, Portland, OR
David Rogers, Partnership for Safety and Justice, Portland, OR
How to Build Your Capacity to Serve Crime Victims
This interactive workshop will look at Pennsylvania’s Organizational Capacity Building
Project for victim service organizations. Participants will receive a hands-on sample
of the McKinsey Capacity Grid that helps non-profits identify capacity needs, measure
changes, and draw upon different views within the organization. Participants will
engage in an open discussion of the project’s results and its next phases.
Mike Behney, Institute of State and Regional Affairs, Penn State University,
Middletown, PA Balinger Brown, ConnectSynergy, Boiling Springs, PA
Albert Davenport, Davenport Communications, Harrisburg, PA
Ray Moneta, Office of Victim Services, Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, Harrisburg, PA
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CONFERENCE INFORMATION
GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION
Services. The $20/day rate is a benefit to
NOVA Conference participants but please
note that availability of parking is not
guaranteed.
Conference Events
All conference activities will take
place at the Philadelphia Marriott
Downtown. Please refer to the hotel
map in the back of this program
or ask at the NOVA Conference
Registration desk for directions
regarding workshop rooms.
In the event that Towne Park is full, the
Marriott has provided a list of additional
parking facilities within walking distance
of the hotel. Please refer to the 37th
NOVA Conference website at www.
trynova.org/conference/37th/hotel.html
for an extensive list of offsite parking
options.
Name Badges
As safety and security is a priority, it is
conference policy that you wear your
name badge at all times. If you’re not
wearing your name badge, you may
be denied entrance to conference
events and workshops.
Speaker/Presenter Information
All speakers and presenters must
check-in prior to their workshops at the
conference registration desk. Please be
advised that any onsite copying and/or
printing must be done through the hotel
business center. NOVA network security
policy prohibits the connection of any
external and non-approved equipment,
including USB drives.
Conference Security
While every effort will be made to
ensure your comfort and safety during
the conference week, diligence on the
part of every attendee is important.
If, for any reason, you have concerns
regarding safety, please pick up any
house phone and dial ‘0’ to request
assistance.
Local Host Volunteers
Look for our local host volunteers during
the conference week if you are in need
of assistance. Volunteers will be wearing
Identification and highly visible. They
will be assisting conference attendees
with hospitality, registration, workshop
monitoring, special events and making
your stay during the NOVA conference in
NOVA Conference Parking Rate
You can park at the Philadelphia
Marriott Downtown (conference
site) for $20.00/day with “in and
out” privileges. Parking facilities
are provided by Towne Park Valet
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Philadelphia a safe and enjoyable one!
If you see the volunteers hard at work,
help us thank them for all they’ve
done.
Lunch Partners
If you are here on your own or want
to make some new friends, and you
would like to meet up with people
over lunch, meet in the lobby near
the main/street entrance doors with
your conference badge on. Grab some
folks there and go to lunch. The hotel
restaurants are great or enjoy one of
the many in the area.
Workshop Monitors
All workshops will have Workshop
Monitors to assist the presenter and
attendees and ensure that the session
runs smoothly. If workshops are filled,
they may ask that you attend another
workshop instead. Please advise your
Workshop Monitor if you have any
problems.
Continuing Education Units
Attendance at the NOVA Conference
workshops and plenary sessions will
apply toward the National Advocate
Credentialing Program (NACP) and
NOVA National Crisis Responder
Credentialing Program (NCRCP)
continuing education requirements.
The appropriate forms to document
your attendance will be at the
Information Exchange, Conference
Registration or in the workshop rooms.
A certificate of attendance is provided
upon written request: www.trynova.org/
contactus. Registration must be paid in
full.
NOVA Membership Meeting
NOVA is working hard on behalf of victim
assistance professionals and victim
assistance programs. Your involvement
and participation is invited. Tuesday’s
Membership meeting (7:45AM) is an
important opportunity to interact with the
Board of Directors and Executive Director
regarding the current and future work of
NOVA.
Conference Marketplace
The Conference Marketplace, Sunday
through Wednesday, provides an ideal
opportunity to gather for products,
information, materials, and resources
from vendors from across the United
States and other parts of the world. The
Marketplace is open throughout the
Conference. Refer to the Agenda At-AGlance section for specific times.
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Daily Conference
Update Information
noon. Please be aware that tickets
cannot be issued unless all conference
fees have been paid in full.
Updates to the Conference will occur
on a daily basis. These include
changes in the schedule, lost and
found items and gatherings. These
are made available through a
variety of media, including video
projections, plenary announcements
and a newsletter available at
the registration desk. To make
submissions for announcements,
please have information available at
the registration desk at noon before
the following day. The Conference
Task Force reserves the right to
restrict, edit and alter content and
to determine the best means for
communication.
Wednesday’s
Victim Tribute
No one in the victims’ movement can
escape the trauma that is inflicted on
crime victims. NOVA’s Victim Tribute
is our way of acknowledging the pain
caused by crime and crisis while
honoring those who have triumphed
over tragedy. Please refer to the At-AGlance section of your program for more
information.
Personal Digital Equipment
Please silence all personal digital
equipment (cell phones, ipads, pagers,
etc.) while in Conference sessions and
workshops.
Tuesday’s
Liberty Luncheon
Conference Time Zone
Tuesday’s Liberty Luncheon is a
ticketed event. Tickets are distributed
separately at the registration desk.
You must pick up your meal tickets
as soon as possible once registration
opens on Sunday. This is necessary
because the hotel catering staff must
have a meal count before the actual
event, and tickets that are picked up
are used to provide this final count
to the hotel. Tickets for the Tuesday’s
Liberty Luncheon, featuring Brooks
Douglass, will be sold at the NOVA
Registration desk until Monday at
Philadelphia is on Eastern Daylight
Savings Time (-5 GMT).
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ABOUT
ABOUT
The mission of NOVA is to champion dignity and compassion for victims of crime and crisis.
Since its founding in 1975, NOVA has been guided by the following NOVA Board Presidents:
A. Robert Denton, OH
1975-1978
Norman S. Early, Jr., CO
1985-1987
Barbara Kendall, CO
1995-1997
Carol Lavery, PA
2005-2006
Richard Knudsen, WI
1978-1979
Daniel J. Rosenblatt, VA
1987-1989
Edward J. Nekel, NJ
1997-1999
Dan Levey, AZ
2006-2007
Marlene A. Young, OR
1979-1981
Karen McLaughlin, MA
1989-1991
Norman S. Early, Jr., CO
1999-2001
Joseph Myers, CA
2007-2008
William Schenck, OH
1991-1993
Jeannette M. Adkins, OH
2001-2003
A. Robert Denton, OH
2009-2010
Paul Anderson, OK
1993-1995
Beth Rossman, FL
2003-2005
Tim Jeffries
2010-Present
E. James Rowland, CA
1981-1983
Constance C. Noblet, RI
1983-1985
NOVA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President
Tim Jeffries
Managing Partner, P7 Enterprises
Scottsdale, AZ
1st Term ends 2013
Vice President for
Administration and Policy
Jeannette Adkins
Administrator, Greene County
Prosecutor’s Office
Xenia, OH
1st Term ends 2013
Secretary
Francis Pellicia, M.D.
Consultant Child Abuse, Child Sexual Abuse
Jersey City, NJ
1st Term ends 2011
Treasurer
Rhonda S. Barner
Director, Montgomery County Prosecutor’s Office
Victim/Witness Division
Dayton, OH
2nd Term ends 2013
Sandra McGowan
Chief, State Office of Victim Witness Advocacy (ret.),
State of New Jersey
Huntingdon Valley, PA
2nd term ends 2013
Past President
Holly Johnson
Robert Denton, PH. D.
Tooele County Attorney’s Office, Adjunct Professor of Sociology,
Victim/Witness Coordinator
University of Akron
Tooele, UT
Victim Assistance Program, 1st Term ends 2011
Executive Director
Akron, OH
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NOVA Honorary Advisory Board
Paul Babeu
Sheriff of Pinal County
Chandler, AZ
Hon. Richard Barajas
Chief Justice (ret.),
Texas Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
El Paso, TX
Salvatore N. Barranca
Vice President, Business Development, Graphtec, Inc.
Jessup, Maryland
Dana Hee
Olympic Gold Medalist, Life Survivalist, Inspirational Speaker
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Michael Lynch
Chief of Police,George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
Sharon Mai
Director Victim Witness Services
Jersey City, NJ
Collene Thompson Campbell
San Juan Capistrano, CA Joseph Myers
Executive Director, National Indian Justice Center
Santa Rosa, CA
Todd Davis
CEO, LifeLock Tempe, AZ
Marsha Probst
Director, Park City Victim Assistance
Park City, UT
John Gillis
Victims Issues Consultant
Sloughhouse, CA
Michael C. Turpen, Esq.
Chapel, Riggs, Abney, Neal & Turpen
Oklahoma City, OK
Hon. Lois Haight
Judge of Superior Court
Martinez, CA
Steven J. Twist
Vice President & General Counsel, Services Group of America
Scottsdale, AZ
Bilenda Harris-Ritter
Attorney at Law
Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
NOVA Executive Staff, Alexandria VA
Will Marling, Executive Director
Deborah Baroch, Director of Administration
Ruth Anderson-Cole, Director of Victim Services
Barbara Kendall, Director of Training
Kristy Dyroff, Director of Development
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