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Strangulation Suffocation Supplemental Investigative Worksheet

  Our new strangulation worksheet is available for free to all law enforcement agencies to use for the handling of strangulation cases across the United States. It was designed by the Legal Committee for the Institute and peer reviewed by our national... Read More

Caring for the Caregivers: How to Mitigate Staff Burnout and Create a Wellbeing Plan

Frontline staff navigate a multitude of complex client cases that can oftentimes quickly, if not intentionally mitigated, lead to burnout and staff turnover. Family Justice Center leaders have also shared moments of their own compassion... Read More

Part Two of Healing Modalities: Trauma-Informed Approaches for Sustaining Our Resilience as We Work

Our commitment and passion for the work we do is foundational to our effectiveness with survivors and their families. At the same time, consistent exposure to violence and trauma and the ongoing pandemic can negatively... Read More

EMS and Paramedic Response to Strangulation Webinar

EMS and paramedic responders play a critical role when responding to domestic violence calls, especially where the victim has been strangled. They can ask important questions to identify strangulation injuries that may be hidden by... Read More

Part One of Healing Modalities: Trauma-Informed Approaches for Sustaining Our Resilience as We Work

Our commitment and passion for the work we do is foundational to our effectiveness with survivors and their families. At the same time, consistent exposure to violence and trauma and the ongoing pandemic can negatively... Read More