In partnership with the South Dakota Unified Judicial System, CPCM hosts monthly online training sessions for attorneys, judges, and other multidisciplinary professionals working with families involved in child abuse and neglect cases. The sessions provide relevant and up-to-date information on the South Dakota child welfare system, while offering unique approaches and standards for best practices when working with children throughout the court process. The sessions are held on the final Wednesday of the month from 12:00pm CST to 1:00pm CST on Zoom.
By learning more you can help keep children safe.
Next Session
May 27 | 12:00pm CT
Intersections with Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, SANE Exams
This session examines the intersection of domestic violence and sexual assault, focusing on how power and control tactics can prevent victims from reporting abuse. Jennifer and Tracey will provide both legal and medical perspectives, with Tracey outlining how South Dakota law defines domestic abuse and incorporates sexual assault, and Jennifer exploring how these dynamics may present in clinical settings and how medical providers respond.
Trainers:
Tracey Decker, Attorney Consultant and Advisor for the SD Network Against Family Violence & Sexual Assault
Jennifer Canton, MSN, BSN, RN, CCRN, CEN, TCRN, SANE-A, SANE-P. Forensic Nurse Educator/Trainer with the SD Network Against Family Violence & Sexual Assault. Jennifer also serves as a forensic nurse examiner at Avera McKennan and Avel eCare.
