Application to Attend NIPDV in Washington, DC
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The National Institute on the Prosecution of Domestic Violence (NIPDV) is a three-and-a-half-day interactive training that explores the complex issues that arise in intimate partner violence cases. The Institute challenges prosecutors to exercise sound judgment and creativity in their efforts to hold offenders accountable while minimizing the burdens that the criminal justice process places on victims. The curriculum focuses on the importance of evidence-based prosecution and includes the following topics:
Practical case evaluation
Risk assessment
Coordinated community response
Trauma-informed interviewing
Strangulation
Witness intimidation and forfeiture by wrongdoing
Trial strategies
Expert testimony
Cultural humility
Ethical considerations
NIPDV offers prosecutors the opportunity to refine their skills and to re-examine the meaning of justice in domestic violence cases through the use of hypothetical case problems, role-playing exercises, small group discussions, and mini-lectures. NIPDV's highly interactive format enables prosecutors from different jurisdictions, with varied levels of experience, to learn from one another by engaging in "real-life" scenarios and mock court proceedings. Participants will gain knowledge and skills they can immediately apply to their work. Prosecutors will leave NIPDV with new ideas and a renewed sense of commitment and energy for keeping victims and communities safe and holding offenders accountable.
Application Process
This course is open to prosecutors only, and attendance is free of charge; however, priority will be given to OVW grantees. There is no limit to the number of attendees from any jurisdiction. Seating is limited and applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants will be informed of acceptance by email.
Accessibility
AEquitas is committed to ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities and Deaf individuals and we encourage people with disabilities and Deaf people to apply. AEquitas staff will follow up with individuals who have been accepted to attend to determine any accommodation needs individuals may have.
CLE Credits
Attendance at this event will qualify participants for approximately twenty (20) continuing legal education credit hours including at least one (1) hour of ethics credit, pending state approval. Please check with your state bar association in reference to application requirements and related fees.
Transportation and Lodging
Participants are responsible for making and paying for their own travel and lodging arrangements. Please do not make any travel arrangements (except securing time away from your position) until you receive confirmation of your acceptance to attend. A reservation link will be shared with accepted participants.
OVW Grantees
OVW grant funds may be used to cover the cost of transportation and accommodations related to your attendance. Please contact your OVW grant administrator for additional information.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships related to travel and accommodations may be available upon request. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship please submit an email to csupinski@aequitasresource.org for consideration. Your email should include your OVW award number, an explanation of the economic situation in your jurisdiction, and a summary of how you and your jurisdiction may benefit from your attendance at NIPDV.
Support
This project was supported by Grant No. 2016-TA-AX-K036 awarded by the Office on Violence Against U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department o
Practical case evaluation
Risk assessment
Coordinated community response
Trauma-informed interviewing
Strangulation
Witness intimidation and forfeiture by wrongdoing
Trial strategies
Expert testimony
Cultural humility
Ethical considerations
NIPDV offers prosecutors the opportunity to refine their skills and to re-examine the meaning of justice in domestic violence cases through the use of hypothetical case problems, role-playing exercises, small group discussions, and mini-lectures. NIPDV's highly interactive format enables prosecutors from different jurisdictions, with varied levels of experience, to learn from one another by engaging in "real-life" scenarios and mock court proceedings. Participants will gain knowledge and skills they can immediately apply to their work. Prosecutors will leave NIPDV with new ideas and a renewed sense of commitment and energy for keeping victims and communities safe and holding offenders accountable.
Application Process
This course is open to prosecutors only, and attendance is free of charge; however, priority will be given to OVW grantees. There is no limit to the number of attendees from any jurisdiction. Seating is limited and applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants will be informed of acceptance by email.
Accessibility
AEquitas is committed to ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities and Deaf individuals and we encourage people with disabilities and Deaf people to apply. AEquitas staff will follow up with individuals who have been accepted to attend to determine any accommodation needs individuals may have.
CLE Credits
Attendance at this event will qualify participants for approximately twenty (20) continuing legal education credit hours including at least one (1) hour of ethics credit, pending state approval. Please check with your state bar association in reference to application requirements and related fees.
Transportation and Lodging
Participants are responsible for making and paying for their own travel and lodging arrangements. Please do not make any travel arrangements (except securing time away from your position) until you receive confirmation of your acceptance to attend. A reservation link will be shared with accepted participants.
OVW Grantees
OVW grant funds may be used to cover the cost of transportation and accommodations related to your attendance. Please contact your OVW grant administrator for additional information.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships related to travel and accommodations may be available upon request. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship please submit an email to csupinski@aequitasresource.org for consideration. Your email should include your OVW award number, an explanation of the economic situation in your jurisdiction, and a summary of how you and your jurisdiction may benefit from your attendance at NIPDV.
Support
This project was supported by Grant No. 2016-TA-AX-K036 awarded by the Office on Violence Against U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department o