Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention

06/18/2026

We're excited to announce our upcoming webinar, "What Advocates Working in the Frontlines Need to Know About Strangulation"! Please join us for our webinar on July 1, 2026 from 10am to 11:30am PST. This webinar will have a special emphasis for advocates working in the field whether in a shelter, in the courtroom, a domestic violence response team and/or a hotline. To learn more please click here -

Alliance for HOPE International is dedicated to ending domestic violence and related forms of abuse. We provide training, resources, and advocacy to communities worldwide, empowering them to create lasting change. We work to improve outcomes for trauma survivors, advocate for the multi-agency collab...

06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

This research makes the case for prosecuting strangulation/ domestic violence cases with or without the victim's participation, the importance of training, understanding symptoms are equally important as visible injuries and the need for good legal definitions of strangulation and suffocation that includes the obstruction of blood flow and/or air flow and no visible injury is required. My personal favorite is still our Federal Strangulation/Suffocation statute even though it doesn't include positional asphyxia (yet). Thank you to UK researchers for prioritizing this topic and sharing your findings. It is applicable to all of us. Implementation of strangulation laws saves lives.

The study, led by Bangor University, found that misunderstandings about the nature of the crime led police and prosecutors to overly rely on visible external injuries as evidence, despite Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) guidance that these are not necessary to prove harm.The research focuses on case...

06/16/2026

Hidden Homicides are happening around the world. Glad to see the Police agreed to reinvestigate the death of 27 year old Katie Beattie. It was also nice to see the UK has a Victim's Right Review Scheme which allows family members to appeal the decision of cause and manner of death. We need every state in the US to have the same rights for family members. Voices for Victims of Hidden Homicides Voices Survivor Network Red Rose Foundation Australia National Association of Medical Examiners DomesticShelters.org Family Justice Center Alliance

The family of Katie Beattie, 27, fought for a review of the case after raising concerns.

06/15/2026

Join us for the 26th Annual International Family Justice Center Conference in St. Petersburg, Florida from November 3-5, 2026. One of our 2026 keynote speakers is Joe Hunter, a remarkable advocate for domestic violence awareness and justice. This conference is a unique opportunity for professionals across various sectors to learn, collaborate, and strengthen their commitment to combatting violence and supporting survivors. Don’t miss out on early bird pricing!

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06/09/2026

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Virtual One-Day Strangulation Prevention Training on October 16, 2026. This comprehensive virtual training is designed for professionals working with victims of domestic and sexual violence, equipping them with essential knowledge on non-fatal strangulation. Participants will learn about the physiological aspects, legal implications, and best practices in advocacy. Register today and join us from anywhere around the world!

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06/03/2026

June Sneek Peek of the Month!

06/02/2026

Don't forget, tomorrow at 8:00 AM PST, we'll be hosting our June Sneak Peek of the Month! We’re excited to welcome David Wexler, who will be discussing his book, Choose Him Wisely. We hope you'll join us!

06/02/2026

Early Bird registration for the 2026 International Family Justice Center Conference ends June 15th, register today!
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