Artwork by Sarah Sabri, Advanced Course Class #18

Dear Friends,

For this E-News, the Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention highlights our most recent webinar on How to Conduct the Forensic Exam for the Strangled Victim of Domestic Violence. During this webinar, we featured Dr. Sean Dugan who covered the steps of conducting a domestic violence forensic examination, including the utilization of the Cal OES 2-502 form, history and physical examination, forensic photography, and screening for or diagnosis of strangulation, head injury, and traumatic brain injury.

We also take this opportunity to highlight four states that have passed legislation authorizing free medical exams for strangulation victims: California, Colorado, Nevada, and Washington.

Thank you for all you do to help victims of strangulation assaults navigate through challenging and dangerous circumstances. Together, we will continue to create pathways to hope and healing for survivors.

Always with great HOPE,

The Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention

State Legislations Authorizing Free Medical Exams:

Upcoming Trainings

• Forensic Evaluation of Gunshot Wounds - One-Day In-Person Training in San Diego, CA - August 29, 2023
• Masters' Summit on Strangulation Prevention - Two-Day In-Person Training in San Diego, CA - August 30 and 31, 2023
• North Carolina (Pre-Conference) - One-Day In-Person Training - September 12, 2023
• Richmond, VA - Virtual Advanced Course Training - September, 2023
• Walla Walla, WA - One-Day In-Person Training - October 3 and 10, 2023
• York Region, Canada - One-Day In-Person Training - November 14, 2023