Law enforcement
Navigating the Roadmap: A Guide to Development and Operations for Multidisciplinary Anti-Human Trafficking Task Forces
New Publication on Using Technology to Communicate with Victims
Video calls, web chats, and other forms of virtual communication have become mainstream and offer opportunities to enhance victim services delivery. However, using technology to effectively communicate with victims and witnesses requires more than choosing the right software.
A new publication is available to help law enforcement-based victim service providers assess their readiness to use virtual communication technologies. Establishing or Enhancing Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services...
Resources and Support for the Victims in Oxford Township, Michigan
Resources and Support for the Victims in Waukesha, Wisconsin
Resources and Support for the Victims of the Shooting in Collierville, Tennessee
Survey of Law Enforcement-Based Victim Services
Victim-Centric Mass Violence Incident After Action Report: Recommendations and Template
Mass Violence After Action Report Review: Focus on Victim Services and Behavioral Health Services
Resources and Support for the Victims in Laguna Woods, California
Resources and Support for the Victims in Uvalde, Texas
Recursos para las víctimas en Uvalde, Texas
Resources and Support for the Victims in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Resources and Support for the Victims in Buffalo, New York
Evaluation of the Enhanced Collaborative Model to Combat Human Trafficking, Technical Report
Brave Oscar
Summary
Brave Oscar tells the story of what happens to a little boy named Oscar after his father is arrested.
To illustrate the common occurrences in criminal cases in which children are victims or witnesses, the story follows Oscar as he meets with a victim advocate and receives counseling, goes to court and testifies (this section is optional and may...
Human Trafficking
Human Trafficking Resources
Child and youth victims of trafficking have unique needs and experiences, both in terms of the dynamics of their exploitation and their potential interaction with the criminal justice system as a victim-defendant.
Unlike most other child victims and witnesses, trafficking survivors may have different roles within the justice system, including as a defendant in a criminal case. It is vital that...
I Am Isabella
Summary
I Am Isabella tells the story of what happens to a young girl named Isabella after a caseworker visits her home.
To illustrate common occurrences in child welfare cases, the story follows Isabella as she meets a caseworker, talks to a counselor at school, goes to court and meets her advocate, and builds a network of support...
Who's That? In Criminal Court
Summary
Who’s That? In Criminal Court—a complementary piece to There’s More to Me—is a brief guide that explains the different roles of people that youth may interact with or hear about throughout their criminal case and in criminal court. It includes practical tips for preparing for court and information on some rights to which children are entitled.
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...Who's That? In Family or Dependency Court
Summary
Who’s That? In Family or Dependency Court—a complementary piece to It’s Not Just You—is a brief guide that explains the different roles of people that a teenager may interact with or hear about throughout their child welfare case and in family or dependency court. It includes practical tips for preparing for court and information on some...
Human Trafficking: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
These materials were designed for youth aged 12−18 who have experienced sex and labor trafficking, to help inform and empower them as they navigate through the justice system.
They were created with the input of those with similar lived experiences, and expert practitioners working in the anti-trafficking field.
While the materials are intended to be relatable to the broadest...
What Is Your Job? In Criminal Court
Summary
What Is Your Job? In Criminal Court—a companion piece to Brave Oscar—is a picture book that explains the different roles of people that a child may interact with or hear about throughout a criminal case and in criminal court. It includes information on the role of the child in court and an illustration of a courtroom.