AEquitas

In this season of giving thanks, we are so grateful for all you do to enhance justice for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking! From all of us at AEquitas, we wish you and your loved ones a festive, joyful, and safe holiday.

Professional Shout-Out! Reflecting back over the years, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with some truly amazing humans. Jane Anderson is one of them. In the past, we collaborated on human trafficking training and various initiatives, and she is, without a doubt, one of the wisest individuals in the anti-trafficking field. Jane possesses an incredible depth of knowledge, seamlessly balancing intellectual rigor with approachability, making her an invaluable resource for both local and national efforts. Her dedication to equipping communities with actionable strategies while simultaneously building capacity on a national scale is nothing short of #inspiring. Jane is truly a #pioneer in this space, always striving to advance the movement with innovative thinking and practical solutions. Her ability to connect with diverse stakeholders, provide clarity on complex issues, and empower others to take meaningful action sets her apart as a #leader. It’s an honor to have worked with someone so impactful and committed to creating lasting change. #Transformer AEquitas

Calling all prosecutors and allied professionals! Are you looking for ways to improve your response to opioid overdoses in your communities? Join us on December 12, 2024, from 11:00am to 12:30pm ET for a FREE webinar to examine Baton Rouge's methods to address the crisis and how you can apply their strategies in your offices. East Baton Rouge has been ravaged by the opioid crisis that has affected much of America. With hundreds of overdose deaths within the parish each year, the majority of which involved opioids in some capacity, the East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office (EBRDA) sought to combat this epidemic. The office applied for and was awarded a Smart Prosecution - Innovative Prosecution Solutions (IPS) grant with the goals of reducing the number of overdose deaths and enhancing prosecutions of individuals who contribute to those deaths. EBRDA has used its grant to produce data which in turn is used to develop innovative, economical, and effective strategies and programs. Presenters will examine the EBRDA’s IPS project and describe its success and challenges. They will focus on how other jurisdictions can use their information and data to create similar programs that will provide lasting impacts in the community. This presentation will provide insight into different strategies that offices can pursue as they work to combat the opioid overdose epidemic. At the end of this presentation, participants will be better able to: - Use data to assess and respond to the opioid abuse and overdose crisis in their community - Identify traditional and non-traditional criminal justice partners to assist in responding to the opioid crisis - Evaluate their response to the opioid crisis Register today at our website: https://shorturl.at/MZK4e

Prosecutors! Join us on 11/21 @ 2pm ET & the 3rd Thursday of each month to examine issues in the prosecution of DV, SV, HT & Stalking with colleagues and experts! This month we will discuss other acts evidence. https://shorturl.at/KmUZ6

APPLY NOW! AEquitas will be delivering "Collaborative Responses to Identifying, Investigating, and Prosecuting Labor Trafficking (LT)” in Orlando, FL on December 11-13, 2024. A few spots remain. Apply at https://lnkd.in/dufufmTp

Join us for "The Traffick Report: Conversations with the Field," an online discussion held on the last Wednesday of each month, 3:00pm–4:00pm ET, 12:00–1:00pm PT. Professionals from various disciplines, including law enforcement, victim services, and medical professionals, come together to share insight, challenges, and successes in the fight against human trafficking. Our next conversation will be on October 30th from 3:00–4:00pm ET / 12:00–1:00pm PT. This month, join us for a conservation with Leanne McCallum Desselle, a Research Analyst and Training and Technical Assistance Provider at RTI International, where we will discuss how natural disasters impact human trafficking. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against human trafficking. Register at https://lnkd.in/dT5PDXv

Spread the word - we're hiring! AEquitas and its SPARC (Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center) initiative are seeking a Project Manager to assist with the development and implementation of the National Resource Center on Cybercrimes (NRCC). The NRCC will be a centralized hub for resources, training, and technical assistance to improve the capacity of individuals, organizations, and governmental entities and communities to prevent, enforce, and prosecute cybercrimes against individuals, focusing on the intersection of gender-based violence and computer-facilitated extortion and intimidation, particularly the issues of cyberstalking and the nonconsensual distribution of intimate images of adults/image-based sexual abuse. Visit https://lnkd.in/e_AryAdB for more information on the position and how to apply.

Do you want to improve your jurisdiction's response to Labor Trafficking? Join us for this 3-day interactive training led by subject-matter experts on the identification, investigation, and prosecution of labor trafficking. AEquitas expects to deliver the training December 11-13, 2024 in Orlando, FL. Application deadline is Friday, October 25, 2024. Do not make any travel plans prior to official notice of approval. Apply here: http://bit.ly/3Ye7uCG

Less than 4 days til race week! It's our 4th Annual Virtual RELAY Marathon! Please join us -- solo or with a team -- to complete 26.2 miles to further our work to bring survivor-centered justice & safety to victims of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, stalking, & trafficking! Learn more & sign up at https://shorturl.at/MXuaC

Less than 4 days til race week! It's our 4th Annual Virtual RELAY Marathon! Please join us -- solo or with a team -- to complete 26.2 miles to further our work to bring survivor-centered justice & safety to victims of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, stalking, & trafficking! Learn more & sign up at https://shorturl.at/MXuaC