Ninth National Indian Nations: Justice for Victims of Crime Conference

   

 

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Wednesday, December 8, 2004

9:00 – 4:30 pm

Pre-Conference Institutes (Separate registration required)

4:00 – 9:00 pm

On-Site Conference Registration
and Distribution of Materials
Wyndham Hotel Lobby
7:00 – 9:00 pm Conference Reception
Wyndham Hotel Calabrese Terrace
Sponsored by:
Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
Native American Children’s Alliance
Tribal Law and Policy Institute

 

Cultural Exchange Performances
Arigon Starr (Kickapoo) Singer/Songwriter

Thursday, December 9, 2004

 

7:00 – 9:00 am On-Site Conference Registration
and Distribution of Materials
9:00 –  Noon Opening Plenary Session
Wyndham Hotel California Grand Ballroom

 

Emcee: Sarah Deer (Mvskoke)
Staff Attorney, Tribal Law and Policy Institute
  Posting of Colors and Flags (invited)
29 Palms Band of Mission Indians Color Guard
  Opening Invocation (invited)
Torres Martinez Cahuilla Bird Singers
  Opening Remarks *
Gene Thin Elk (Lakota) Spiritual Leader
  Welcome
Richard M. Milanovich
Chairman, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians
  John W. Gillis
Director, Office for Victims of Crime
  Ron Odgen
Mayor, City of Palm Springs
 

Opening Keynote Address
“Reviving Our Sacred Legacy: Lighting the Path to Our Future”
Juana Majel (Pauma-Yuima)
Recording Secretary, National Congress of American Indians

  Video Presentation
“Through the Voices of Our Elders”
Indayog Productions, Inc.
 
Noon – 1:30 pm LUNCH (on your own)
1:30 – 3:00 pm Workshops A 
Babette Sandman (White Earth Band of Ojibwe)
Sandra Witherspoon (Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians)
John Witherspoon (Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe)
Ray “Skip” Sandman (Fond du Lac Band of Ojibwe)
Spiritual Abuse: A Hidden Crime (Repeated on Friday) Sexual violence masks itself in countless forms. This workshop focuses on the needs of victims of perpetrators who use traditional spiritual ways to groom victims for sexual abuse / exploitation. Participants will learn skills for responding to people who have been abused or exploited by spiritual leaders. Santa Rosa Room
Shea Barnes (Diné)
Robert Goodluck, Jr.
Earth Journey Healing This workshop will assist in helping relatives to unlock the door to reclaim their potential. The presenter will acknowledge the way relatives experience their spiritual awakening and have unconditional positive regard for experiences and feelings. San Jacinto Room
Lacey Sloan (Osage)
JB Whipple (Micmac)
Issues in Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Grant Reporting in Indian Country Participants will obtain familiarity with reporting forms for the STOP Violence Against Indian Women and Tribal Coalition grants, and understand issues of data collection and reporting. OVW grantees will gain important skills in this workshop. Andreas Room
Marla Jean Big Boy, J.D. (Lakota)
Darlene Navarro (Karuk)
Theresa Killham
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) in Tribal Court Learn how to be an advocate in tribal court using the CASA mission. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to start a CASA program in tribal court. Appropriate for new victim advocates as well as veterans. Chino Room

Elton Naswood (Navajo) Victimization and HIV/AIDS: A Critical Link for American Indian & Alaska Natives This workshop will address psychological social, cultural and historical issues connected to the risk for HIV infection for American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AINs), including issues related to sexual assault, violence, and trauma. Pueblo Room
Douglas E. Beloof, J.D.
Steve Twist, J.D.
Diane Humetewa, J.D. (Hopi)
Crime Victims Rights Lawyers The presenters are in the early stages of setting up an advocacy project to service Native American victims of federal crime in Arizona. The presentation will talk about crime victim lawyers for victims and the efforts to coordinate this project with Arizona Indian Nations and the Arizona United States Attorney’s Office. Mojave Learning Center
David J. Archuleta (Shoshone-Bannock)
Daniel Rangel (Diné)

 

Victims of Meth: A Facilitated Discussion Methamphetamine use and manufacturing are growing problems with Native nations. This discussion will allow law enforcement officers and service providers to have a frank discussion about the problems associated with victims of meth. Together we can suggest solutions. Catalina Room
Gloria Champion (Comanche) Prioritizing Women and Children Victims: Envisioning a Native Shelter Interested in starting a shelter for victims of crime? This workshop will provide insight into the process. Staff from the Home for Women & Children in Shiprock, NM, will highlight their work in envisioning and designing a culturally-appropriate shelter to provide safety and healing for women and children victims of violence. Madera Room
Nadja Jones (Comanche/Onondaga) Cultural Competency in Assisting Native American Victims of Crime
(Repeated on Friday)
This workshop presentation is designed to develop cultural competence through the policies, procedures, practices and values of an organization and individuals who perform this service. Worldview differences are used a sa primary focus for understanding the impact of cultural differences. Cross Cultural principles are addressed in terms of providing services to families of diverse cultures. Pasadena Room
P. Jane Powers, APRN, BC, MS, FAANP Medical Evaluation of Child Abuse This workshop will provide an introduction to the unique aspects of forensic medical evaluation of child abuse. This presentation will provide an explanation of some of the variables in medical assessment of abuse and is designed for all disciplines. Sierra Room
3:00 – 3:30 pm BREAK (Sponsored by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community)
3:30 – 5:00 pm Workshops B 
Kevin Pensika, Sr. (Oglala Lakota)
 
Discovering and Healing the Inner Child
(Repeated on Friday)
This workshop will acknowledge the existence of the inner child and how to make contact. It will also cover personal healing from victimization, as well as how to assist others. Participants will learn skills that they can use in their own communities. Santa Rosa Room
Tami Tejada (Sioux)
Diane Askew
No Healing in Silence No healing in silence is an interactive workshop about sexual abuse. Presenters will explore the common myths that surround this sensitive subject. Once the common myths are revealed, the truth about sexual assault can then be discussed with better understanding. San Jacinto Room
Beverly Wilkins (Creek/Cherokee) Developing Children’s Advocacy Centers in Tribal Communities This interactive workshop will provide participants with information about the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) model and how it can be applied in Native American and Alaska Native communities. Participants will learn about specific steps they can take towards developing a CAC. Andreas Room
Kelly Clement-Murphy
Sherri Noonan
Beyond Hospital Doors: Nutaqsiivik – A Model Perinatal Outpatient Support Program for High Social Risk Native Women The Nutaqsiivik Program was developed to address the high rate of post-neonatal infant mortality among Alaska Native infants in Anchorage. A standardized risk list was created to identify families at high social risk during pregnancy. Some of the risk factors include: parental substance abuse and/or mental health diagnoses, family involvement with the state child protection agency due to suspected child abuse and neglect, mothers with child abuse histories themselves and teen mothers. Community health nurses (RNs) monitor “at risk” infants through home visits and provide assessment, teach parenting and healthy relationship skills, and general support by working with the adults as well as other children in the home. Chino Room
Diane Payne
Renee Williams
Cathy Sanders
Applying for the Children’s Justice Act Grants Participants will learn about the CJA (Children’s Justice Act) Grant Program from OVC, as well as information on how to apply for funding to improve outcomes for child victims of abuse and violence. Following this session there will be a meeting only for current CJA grantees from 5:00 – 6:00 pm which will be an opportunity for CFA grantees to meet OVC program managers and technical assistance providers for the CJA program. Pueblo Room
Robin Runge, J.D. Economic Justice for Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking: Employing New Advocacy Tips Attendees will learn how to identify employment issues for victims as well as resources for victims as well as resources for victims regarding their employment rights. Advocates, law enforcement, and prosecutors can all benefit from understanding these important safety issues for victims. Mojave Learning Center
Rose Clark, Ph.D. (Navajo)
Carrie Johnson, Ph.D. (Lakota)
Multigenerational Trauma and It’s Impact on Domestic Violence among American Indians/Alaska Natives This course will provide a general overview of the cultural, social and historical factors that have had and continue to have a significant impact on the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). It is imperative to understand and comprehend the sociohistorical context of AI/ANs in order to facilitate positive change and healing that will be passed on from generation to generation. This course will address issues related to the phenomena of Domestic Violence as well as the Multigenerational Trauma Cycle among American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). Catalina Room
Lisa Thompson (Lower Brule Lakota Nation) Building Community Awareness and Education on Victims’ Issues This workshop is designed to assist participants in their efforts to educate their communities about victims issues. In the last 8 years, Wiconi Wawokiya, Inc. has been reaching out to the community, schools and other avenues to provide education and awareness on domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. In this presentation, participants will learn how Wiconi Wawokiya, Inc. has worked together with many agencies and programs throughout the last 5 years to provide awareness and education on the issues of abuse. Madera Room
Hallie Bongar White, J.D. Supporting Victims with Disabilities Participants will learn about the special needs of Native victims with disabilities, and gain an understanding of why a multi-disciplinary approach is critical to address the problem. Law enforcement, prosecutors, advocates, and others can benefit from this introductory workshop. Pasadena Room
P. Jane Powers, APRN, BC, MS, FAANP Honoring and Supporting Child Victims: IHS/OVC Child Abuse Project The Indian Health Service and Office for Victims of Crime (IHS/OVC) Child Abuse Project is a coordinated effort that is designed to help tribal communities develop the capacity to provide local child abuse forensic examinations that are accountable to the child’s culture and promote support for the child. This workshop will provide an overview of the project, as well as information about success. Sierra Room
 

7:00 – 9:00 pm

Conference Banquet
California Grand Ballroom
  Emcees
Sam English (Turtle Mountain Ojibwe) Conference Artist
Kevin Peniska, Sr. (Oglala Lakota) Founder/Editor, Well Nations Magazine
  Banquet Speaker:
Diane Benson (Tlingit) Performing Artist, Playwright, Poet, and Community Activist
"The Light of Dignity"
  Honoring Victim Advocates *
  Cultural Exchange Performances:
Torres Martinez Cahuilla Bird Singers
Bill Miller (Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican)
Singer/Songwriter/Painter
 

Friday, December 10, 2004

 

8:30 – 10:00 am Workshops C 
Kelly Stoner, J.D.
Shelley Miller (Kiowa)
Creative Ways to Keep Advocates’ Records Confidential Privacy and confidentiality are critical issues for victims of crime. This workshop will help participants develop a basic understanding of how courts treat confidentiality of advocate records. Learn creative ways to protect confidentiality. Santa Rosa Room
Dan Levey Surviving the Aftermath of Murder This workshop will inform participants about the Parents of Murdered Children, Inc. (POMC) organization, which is for anyone who has lost a loved one to violence. The presentation will cover the various programs and support that POMC provides in the aftermath of murder. San Jacinto Room
Ada Pecos Melton (Jemez Pueblo)
Stanley Pryor
Mary Atlas-Terry
Leon Geter
Organizational Capacity Building for American Indian/Alaska Native Victim Service Providers This workshop will provide an overview of "capacity building" for Indian victim service programs. Important OVC resources which help to strengthen tribal organization, including resources for funding opportunities, training and technical assistance resources and tools for accessing victim related publications will be provided. Andreas Room
Diane E. Benson (Tlingit) Finding Our Voice This workshop will offer an opportunity to utilize creative tools to physically and emotionally free the voice. There are many things that can silence a survivor, but survivors together can build their inner strength through their own voices.
(Limited to 20 participants)
Chino Room
Angela Moore Parmley, Ph.D.
Winnie Reed
Crime and Justice Research and Evaluation on American Indian and Alaska Native Issues at the National Institute of Justice In this workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), participants will learn about NIJ and its Crime and Justice Research and Evaluation on American Indian and Alaska Native issues portfolio, as well has how to apply for NIJ grants. Pueblo Room
Leslie Hagen, J.D.
Jeff Davis, J.D. (Turtle Mountain Chippewa)
Federal Prosecution of Misdemeanor and Felony Violent Crimes in Indian Country In 1998, the Western District of Michigan created a docket that allows tribal law enforcement to enforce federal laws against non-Indian perpetrators. This docket includes misdemeanor crimes. This workshop will explain the history and current functioning of this special docket. Mojave Learning Center
Laura Ivkovich
Chuck Harwood
Jay Foley
Debbie Deem
Diane Humetewa (Hopi)
Introduction to Financial Fraud Victimization Issues (Part I) This session will focus on the various types of fraud (including identify theft, financial exploitation of the elderly, cyber crime, and other financial scams) and the impact of these crimes on victims. The session also will look at the results of a recent Federal Trade Commission study concerning the prevalence of fraud against victims in Indian Country. The panelists will provide a useful overview of the issues that affect victims, tribal and criminal justice personnel, and victim service providers concerning financial fraud. Catalina Room
Norma Rendon (Lakota) Working with Children of Battered Mothers Many people struggle with the appropriate response to children who have witnessed violence. Participants will learn about different approaches to working with children who come to shelter with their mothers. The speaker will share her experience working with children and teaching children about respect and nonviolence. Madera Room
Bonnie Clairmont (Ho-Chunk) Creating Effective Responses to Victims of Sexual Assault Through Protocol Development This workshop will examine a protocol development process to create victim-centered responses to victims of sexual violence. The presenter will discuss the benefits of collaboration using a multi-disciplinary model. Pasadena Room
Pamela R. Burgess, Ph.D. Responding to Violence Against Native LGBT High School Students This workshop will present the anti-violence and tolerance program entitled “Circle of Connection” – A group designed to reduce violence toward gay, lesbian, and transgendered students at a Bureau of Indian Affairs Dorm high school in New Mexico. Sierra Room
       
10:00 – 10:30 am BREAK (Sponsored by Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians)
10:30 – 12:00 pm Workshops D     
Steven W. Perry, Ph.D. Measuring Victimization and Justice in Indian Country: An Integrated Victimization, Law Enforcement, Adjudication, Corrections and Criminal History Model Examples and results of current BJS Statistical data on the characteristics of violent victimizations, law enforcement, adjudication, corrections, and criminal history record statistics for grant applications will be examined in the context of an ad hoc data collection, analysis, dissemination, and information sharing (DADI) model in Indian Country. Santa Rosa Room

Hallie Bongar White, J.D. Supporting Elders who are Victims of Abuse Participants will learn about the special needs of elders who are victims of crime. With an understanding that our elders deserve respect and honor, this workshop will provide specific information about how to respond to elder abuse and other forms of elder victimization. San Jacinto Room
Karen Gottlieb, Ph.D., J.D.
Christine Duclos
Lessons Learned from the First Four Tribal Wellness Courts with Recommendations for the Future This workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), focuses on the lessons learned by the first four tribal wellness courts in implementing their wellness courts and suggests recommendations to other tribal courts beginning the process. The evaluation brings to the forefront the controversial use of “recidivism” as an outcome measure for behavior prone to relapse on its journey to wellness. Andreas Room
Winnie Reed
Carole Goldberg, J.D.
Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Under Public Law 280 This workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), will report on the first-ever nationwide study of law enforcement and criminal justice under Public Law 280, including data on effectiveness, cultural sensitivity, and satisfaction with state law enforcement and criminal justice. Chino Room
Jeremy Nevilles-Sorell (Ojibwe) Designing a Visitation Center to Address Domestic Violence This workshop will demonstrate how you can design, access funds, and get technical assistance to implement a visitation center. There will be an overview of a model visitation center and information about how visitation centers are helpful to families who are separated because of intimate partner violence. Pueblo Room
Michael Johnson Improving Law Enforcement Skills to Improve Outcomes for Victims (Repeat F6) Interviewing victims of crime is a critical skill for law enforcement. This workshop, presented by a detective with many years of experience, will provide participants with specific knowledge about how to interview victims and investigate sensitive crimes. Mojave Learning Center
Laura Ikvovich
Chuck Harwood
Jay Foley
Debbie Deem
Diane Humetewa (Hopi)
Intervention Strategies and Assistance for Victims of Financial Fraud (Part 2) This session will focus on possible intervention strategies and victim assistance services for victims of financial fraud, as well as the use of collaborative teams to address financial fraud and exploitation. The session also will cover ways to help increase financial literacy of populations that are targets of fraud. The panelists will provide helpful resources that can be used to begin to address the needs of fraud victims. Catalina Room
Diane Payne
Arlana Bettelyoun (Oglala Lakota)
Preparing Children for Court Participants will learn how to help child victims and witnesses prepare for the often overwhelming experience of testifying in court. We will explore ways to help adults in the legal system be more attentive to the needs of traumatized children, and how to educate and strengthen the child’s family support system. Madera Room
Nadja Jones (Comanche/Onondaga) Cultural Competency in Assisting Native American Victims of Crime This workshop presentation is designed to develop cultural competence through the policies, procedures, practices and values of an organization and individuals who perform this service. Worldview differences are used a sa primary focus for understanding the impact of cultural differences. Cross Cultural principles are addressed in terms of providing services to families of diverse cultures. Pasadena Room
Eileen Luna-Firebaugh (Choctaw/Cherokee) Stalking in Indian Country Stalking is a complex social problem that pervades all levels of American society, and Native women experience a high rate of stalking as compared to other groups. This workshop will introduce the issues and explain the procedural and policy approaches to addressing stalking. Focus will be on a multi-disciplinary response. Sierra Room
 

12:00 – 1:30 pm

Conference Luncheon
Calabrese Terrace
  Cultural Exchange Performance
Ernest Siva (Cahuilla/Serrano)
Bird Singer/Musician
  Keynote Speaker *
Vine Deloria, Jr. (Standing Rock Sioux)
Author and Professor Emeritus
   

1:30 – 3:00 pm

Workshops E 
Babette Sandman (White Earth Band of Ojibwe)
Sandra Witherspoon (Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians)
John Witherspoon (Bois Forte Band of Ojibwe)
Ray “Skip” Sandman (Fond du Lac Band of Ojibwe)
Spiritual Abuse: A Hidden Crime Sexual violence masks itself in countless forms. This workshop focuses on the needs of victims of perpetrators who use traditional spiritual ways to groom victims for sexual abuse / exploitation. Participants will learn skills for responding to people who have been abused or exploited by spiritual leaders. Santa Rosa Room
Phil Rector, Ph.D.
Eidell Wasserman, Ph.D.
Child Victims and Children in Violent Environments (Part 1) This session will explore how violence and victimization affects brain development in infants and young children. How the brain responds to terrifying experiences will be discussed. New research demonstrates that early childhood trauma has long term effects on individuals who are abused or experience violence in their homes. San Jacinto Room
Bill Miller (Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican) Healing Through Native Music This session, led by singer/songwriter/painter Bill Miller, will provide cultural communication opportunities and explore American Indian expression about alcohol, drugs and violence and overcoming the pain of victimization. Participants will learn how to expose inner feelings without feeling afraid of criticism through making music. Andreas Room
Jane Larrington, J.D. Crime Victims’ Rights in Tribal Courts Participants will learn about national efforts to enhance victims’ rights in the legal system, with a special emphasis on how tribal governments can adopt legislation to protect victims of crime. Chino Room
Laurel Shuster
Ada Pecos Melton (Jemez Pueblo)
Stephen Wall
Developing Children’s Codes for Tribal Communities The code development workshop is aimed at providing participants with information on establishing local working groups to develop community based children’s codes; discuss essential elements of children’s codes; and share lessons learned from a New Mexico Children’s Code Development project involving five Pueblos. Pueblo Room
Gina Aaliyah Gavaris, MC, CPC Crisis Intervention in Indian Country Geared for law enforcement and victim advocates, this skills-based workshop teaches the behaviors to expect from victims at the scene of a crime and identifies specific practices to increase efficacy of interviewing and investigations. Participants will learn why victims may interview poorly, why they may appear to be “lying” about events, how to handle victims who appear hostile and/or uncooperative, and more. Mojave Learning Center
Kimber Evensen Vicarious Trauma: When Helping Hurts the Helper
(Repeated Next Session)
Trauma workers and people who repeatedly witness or hear the effects of trauma on others eventually begin to feel the pain of the trauma within themselves. Learn how to differentiate it from burnout or counter transference, identify it in yourself, put meaning to it, and address its effects so that you can feel more comfortable and at peace. Catalina Room
James Zion, J.D. Indian Country Jurisdiction This workshop will address a wide range of tribal jurisdictional issues and problems with an emphasis upon practical tips concerning how victim advocacy in Indian country can address these issues and problems. Appropriate for all disciplines. Madera Room
Virvian Yazzie (Navajo)
Alonzo Ned (Navajo)
Kevin Washburn, J.D. (Chickasaw)
A Victim’s Role in the Federal Sentencing Process This workshop will inform participants of the roles that victims and the United States Probation Office have in the federal sentencing process. In addition, we will discuss obstacles and possible solutions to victims’ issues. Pasadena Room
Sarah Deer, J.D. (Mvskoke) Protection Orders and Full Faith and Credit This workshop will cover basic information about how the Full Faith and Credit provisions of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) work to help victims of domestic violence. In addition, the presenter will facilitate a discussion about challenges and barriers for tribal law enforcement. Sierra Room
 
3:00 – 3:30 pm BREAK (Sponsored by Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians)
3:30 – 5:00 pm Workshops F 
Kevin Pensika, Sr. (Oglala Lakota)
 
Discovering and Healing the Inner Child This workshop will acknowledge the existence of the inner child and how to make contact. It will also cover personal healing from victimization, as well as how to assist others. Participants will learn skills that they can use in their own communities. Santa Rosa Room
Phil Rector, Ph.D.
Eidell Wasserman, Ph.D.
Child Victims and Children in Violent Environments (Part 2) This session will build on the information provided in Part I and provide participants with strategies and tools to identify and respond to the effects of early childhood trauma, and strengthen community responses to violence against children.  San Jacinto Room
Winnie Reed
Miriam Jorgensen
Carrie E. Garrow, J.D., M.P.P. (St. Regis Mohawk)
 
Comprehensive Indian Resources for Community and Law Enforcement (CIRCLE) Project Evaluation Results This workshop, sponsored by the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), will provide information about the evaluation of the CIRCLE project – a 3-year federal initiative designed to empower American Indian communities to fight crime, violence, and substance abuse more effectively. Andreas Room

Jerry Gardner, J.D. (Cherokee)
Sarah Deer, J.D. (Mvskoke)

Integrating Victims’ Rights into Tribal Legal Studies This workshop will provide an overview of a Tribal college legal studies initiative (Project Peacemaker) and examine ways in which educational opportunities concerning victims’ issues can be institutionalized at Tribal colleges through this program. Chino Room
Gene Thin Elk (Sicangu Lakota) Healing and Spirituality: Living in Two Worlds This workshop explores the healing of victims from the approach used by Medicine Wheel. Every effort should be undertaken to provide victims with broad opportunities to recover form the impact of crime. Pueblo Room
Michael Johnson Improving Law Enforcement Skills to Improve Outcomes for Victims Interviewing victims of crime is a critical skill for law enforcement. This workshop, presented by a detective with many years of experience, will provide participants with specific knowledge about how to interview victims and investigate sensitive crimes. Mojave Learning Center
Tolly Estes (Lower Brule Lakota Nation)
Lisa Thompson (Lower Brule Lakota Nation
Peers Helping Peers Participants will learn about the links between abuse and suicide, and develop new skills to respond to victims who may be at-risk. The workshop will explore agency coordination, youth leadership, and outreach to at-risk populations. Catalina Room
Kimber Evensen Vicarious Trauma: When Helping Hurts the Helper Trauma workers and people who repeatedly witness or hear the effects of trauma on others eventually begin to feel the pain of the trauma within themselves. Learn how to differentiate it from burnout or counter transference, identify it in yourself, put meaning to it, and address its effects so that you can feel more comfortable and at peace. Madera Room
Paula S. Julian Federal-Tribal Working Group on Sexual Assault This workshop will cover an initiative from the Office on Violence Against Women to address sexual assault in Indian Country. Pasadena Room
James White (Citizen Potawatomi Nation) Confidentiality Concerns in Criminal Proceedings for Victim Advocates and Victim Witnesses: What Defense Attorneys Can Discover This workshop will provide an overview of the discovery process in criminal proceedings. Participants will learn about the limits of victim-advocate confidentiality in criminal proceedings. Enhance your ability to protect and honor victims' confidentiality. Sierra Room
 

8:00 – 9:30 pm

Special Evening Performance
California Ballroom
Sponsored by:
Morongo Band of Mission Indians
  Bill Miller (Stockbridge-Munsee Mohican)
Singer/Songwriter/Painter
   

Saturday, December 11, 2004

 

9:00 – 12:00 pm

Closing Plenary Session
California Ballroom

United States v. Lara: Accountability for Victims in Tribal, State, and Federal Court
BJ Jones, J.D., Northern Plains Tribal Judicial Institute
  Panel Presentation:
“Victims’ Rights in Multiple Jurisdictions”
  This plenary session will demonstrate why it is critical that a cross-jurisdictional approach be utilized in responding to crime victims. Each speaker will provide information about his or her own experience working across tribal, state, and federal jurisdictional lines. This presentation is designed to facilitate discussion in your own communities about the importance of communication and collaboration.
  Federal Perspective:
Margaret Chiara, J.D.
United States Attorney
Western District of Michigan
  State Perspective:
Edward Brunner, J.D.
Judge, Wisconsin State Court

Tribal Perspectives:
David Raasch (Stockbridge-Munsee)
Chief Judge, Stockbridge-Munsee Tribal Court
President, Wisconsin Tribal Judges Association 
  Tribal Perspectives:
Montie Deer, J.D. (Mvskoke)
Attorney General
Muscogee (Creek) Nation of Oklahoma
  Closing Remarks:
Gene Thin Elk (Lakota)
Spiritual Leader
  Closing Invocation
TBA
   

* Our thanks to Well Nations Magazine for providing transcripts of these events.

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Reviving our Sacred Legacy: Lighting the Path to our Future
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 Office for Victims of Crime - Putting Victims First
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