Training / Communications - Training and Communication

Training and Communication

OJP staff provide training and presentations to criminal justice professionals on issues including victim rights, financial compensation, victim notification, post conviction issues and other customized training curricula.

Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy

The Office of Justice Programs is pleased to offer the Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy!

Foundational level educational opportunity designed to improve the quality and consistency of victim services in Minnesota
For victim service providers, criminal justice professionals, law enforcement, this training uses a multi-disciplinary approach to help restore the victim to whole and regain control of their lives.
Comprehensive curriculum with academic credit and CEU's available for an additional fee.
The dates for the 2017 MNVAA Academy are as follows: October 11-13 with an evening reception on October 10th, and November 15-17, 2017. Attendees are expected to attend all sessions on each date in its entirety. Applications will be accepted until August 25, 2017.

Assisting Crime Victims - Regional Training

OJP collaborated with the Department of Corrections VIctim Assistance and Restorative Justice Program to conduct a series of one-day trainings around the state, with several regions having back-to-back sessions in the same area of the state. These regional trainings took place in Crookston/Bemidji, Rochester, VIrginia/Duluth, St. Paul, and Hutchinson/Motevideo.

The trainings team is currently planning for the next round of trainings. If you are interested in having a regional training in your area, please contact Suzanne Elwell at 651-201-7312 or suzanne.elwell@state.mn.us.