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2026 Mass Violence Advanced Academy

Registration Now Open

September 28-30, 2026 · Adams County Government Center, Brighton, CO

For Victim Services Supervisors, Coordinators, and Managers; Victim Compensation Administrators; DA Victim Witness Unit Coordinators; Senior Advocates with 3+ years of experience; and Responding Law Enforcement.

Tuition: $299. Payment required at registration.

Space is limited. Registration closes September 4, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

2026 Mass Violence Advanced Academy flyer. September 28-30, 2026, Adams County Government Center, Brighton, CO. Tuition $299. Registration closes September 4. Click to view full size.
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Additional questions?
Call Ami: 303-807-9018
or Victim Outreach: 303-202-2196

Preparing Professionals to Serve Victims Across Colorado

In partnership with Ami McCarthy, Victim Outreach Incorporated presents the Colorado Victim Services Academy, a comprehensive training platform designed to equip professionals across all sectors with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to support victims of crime effectively.

The Academy serves professionals in law enforcement, prosecutors’ offices, probation and corrections, and community/nonprofit organizations. Participants gain practical tools grounded in trauma-informed care, cultural responsiveness, and best practices, while building professional networks and enhancing their ability to meet the evolving needs of victims.

Training Programs

BASIC Victim Services Academy – 40 hours
  • Designed for professionals new to the field or seeking a refresher (≤ 2 years of experience).
  • Hands-on training covering foundational skills, the full spectrum of victim services, and practical strategies.
  • Opportunities to collaborate with peers across agencies and community organizations.

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ADVANCED Victim Services Academy
  • Designed for professionals with 2+ years of experience, including supervisors, managers, and frontline staff.
  • Focuses on advanced skill-building, complex case management, and professional networking.
  • Open to all professionals across system-based roles and community/nonprofit organizations.

Registration is now open for the 2026 Mass Violence Advanced Academy, September 28-30 at the Adams County Government Center in Brighton.

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SPECIALIZED Training Opportunities
  • On-request trainings for your agency on topics such as Victims’ Rights, Human Trafficking, Mass Violence Response, Domestic and Sexual Violence, and more.
  • Practical tools, evidence-based strategies, and hands-on exercises tailored to specialized scenarios.
  • For more information or to schedule a specialized training:

REQUEST SPECIALIZED TRAINING CALL 303-202-2196

Why Attend

  • Strengthen your ability to respond effectively to victims of crime.
  • Enhance collaboration across agencies and organizations.
  • Build professional networks and access ongoing support and resources.
  • Gain confidence and practical skills to navigate complex cases and evolving challenges in victim services.