Description
A virtual training series on witness intimidation in domestic violence cases involving children
Thursday, February 4, 2027
2-3:30 pm Central time each day
Domestic Abuse Intervention Programs and First Witness Child Advocacy Center are excited to offer our first-ever joint webinar series, bringing together decades of experience and complementary expertise. This unique collaboration offers participants an unprecedented opportunity to learn from leaders in the field and explore the complex intersections of domestic violence, child abuse, and effective interventions that center safety, well-being, and accountability.
Caught in the Middle: Children, Domestic Violence, and Child Abuse
February 4, 2027
Child abuse frequently occurs with Domestic violence, creating complex dynamics for the professionals responding when children are present. This webinar explores the co-occurrence of domestic violence and child abuse, including research and statistics showing the overlap between these forms of violence. We will examine and explore:
- Barriers that may prevent or delay children from disclosing abuse, particularly when fearful of, intimidated by, or threatened by an offender.
- Behaviors professionals may observe in children experiencing fear or intimidation; and consider how threats, family dynamics, and concerns about the consequences of disclosure can influence a child’s willingness or ability to talk about their abuse or witnessing of domestic violence.
- The importance of a coordinated multidisciplinary response when domestic violence and child abuse co-occur, including cross-discipline communication, role clarity, effective support for children and caregivers, and responses that prioritize safety.
Presenters: Megan Prouty, First Witness Child Advocacy Center and Maren Woods, Domestic Abuse Intervention Programs
Meet the Trainers
Rhonda Martinson, Independent Consultant & Trainer
Scott Miller, Senior Policy Advocate, DAIP
Megan Prouty, Forensics and Training Program Manager, First Witness Child Advocacy Center
Maren Woods, Executive Director, DAIP
Who will benefit from this training?
Any professional who intervenes in domestic violence and/or child abuse cases and those who interact with or serve as expert witnesses will benefit from this training. The topics will be of particular interest to those working in survivor advocacy programs, law enforcement, child advocacy centers, and child welfare.
Cost
- 1-3 Attendees: $79 per person
- 4 Attendees: $72.50 per person
- 5+ Attendees: $58.00 per person
- Automatic Cart Discounts: To receive the team or agency bundle pricing, all attendees must be registered and purchased in the same transaction. Discounts will apply automatically in your shopping cart.
- Don’t have all your names yet? You can still lock in the team discount today! Simply use your own name and email as a placeholder for any unknown attendee slots. You can contact us anytime to update your team roster.
REGISTER
Online registration: Add this item to your cart.
Phone registration: Call us toll-free at 1-866-417-6111, option 1.
Fax or mail registration: registration and order form
Fax number: 218-722-0779
TRAINING INFORMATION
CONFIRMATION
You will receive an online notification of your payment but your confirmation message will be sent in one to three days after your payment has been received.
Schedule
The Zoom link will open at 1:45 PM each day.
Cancellation policy
Refunds (minus a $25 service charge) will be granted for cancellations at least two weeks before the event.
QUESTIONS?
Contact us at 1-866-417-6111, option 1 or training@theduluthmodel.org.
