Prevention of human trafficking examined in webinar Sept. 12
The Michigan Judicial Institute and Child Welfare Services (CWS) will present a webinar on “Working Together as Partners of Excellence for Better Identification and Prevention of Human Trafficking” Monday, September 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom.
The prevalence of human trafficking has reached alarming levels in the United States. This presentation will address how everyone has a role in detecting and identifying suspected victims of human trafficking. The presentation will use a case-based approach to encourage appropriate language, a trauma sensitive approach, and working together as partners to prevent further victimization.
Speaking at the webinar will be Dr. Dena Nazer, medical director, Kids-TALK Children’s Advocacy Center; associate professor, Wayne State University.
This presentation will help attendees meet the requirement of licensing in the State of Michigan through:
• Understanding the types and venues of human trafficking in Michigan and the United States.
• Identifying victims of human trafficking in various settings.
• Identifying the warning signs of human trafficking for adults and minors.
• Identifying resources for reporting when suspecting a child is a victim of human trafficking.
• Dispelling myths, unlearning, and relearning together throughout this talk
This training is intended for all child welfare professionals.
To register for the webinar, visit www.courts.michigan.gov/events.
Section to conduct ‘Social Security Disability Seminar’
The Social Security Lawyers Section of the State Bar of Michigan will present its “Social Security Disability Seminar” on Friday, September 23, from 9 a.m. to noon at Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Road in Livonia.
Attendees will learn about common challenges and leading practices in Social Security Disability law. Speakers will include federal court magistrates from both the Eastern and Western District of Michigan.
Cost for the seminar is $25 for section members and $55 for non-section members. Legal aid and government employees are exempt from the fee. Those eligible should contact Kerry Spencer at kerryspencer77@gmail.com to get the registration link for legal aid and government employees.
To register for the seminar, visit https://connect.michbar.org/socsecurity/home. Anyone with questions should email Kerry Spencer at kerryspencer77@gmail.com.
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