IDAHO
SAFETY & RESILIENCE
CONFERENCE
2026
Trauma-informed, victim-centered training, best practices,
and timely addressing emerging trends.
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Days
31
Workshops
37
Speakers
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EXPLORE THE 2026
IDAHO SAFETY
& RESILIENCE CONFERENCE
Hosted by the Idaho Council on Domestic Violence & Victim Assistance in collaboration with Building Hope Today.
WHEN IS IT?
June 2-4, 2026
WHERE IS IT?
Virtual using Zoom Events
WHO IS IT FOR?
Professionals working with crime victims or offender-intervention
WHY ENROLL IN
THIS GAME-CHANGING
CONFERENCE?
The Idaho Safety & Resilience Conference brings together multidisciplinary team professionals working in the areas of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, stalking, and human trafficking to share knowledge and data and facilitate collaborations that will strengthen systems and enhance services for victims of crime in Idaho.
01.
HIGH-IMPACT LEARNING
Gain practical, research-driven strategies from professionals working on the front lines of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, stalking, and human trafficking. Leave equipped with knowledge you can apply immediately.
02.
TOOLS YOU CAN USE IMMEDIATELY
Walk away with updated data, ready-to-use tools, and actionable practices designed to strengthen victim safety and improve system effectiveness — starting the next day.
03.
STATEWIDE NETWORKING
Build meaningful connections with law enforcement, prosecutors, advocates, healthcare providers, forensic interviewers, and community partners to strengthen coordinated responses.
04.
ADVANCE SYSTEMS-LEVEL CHANGE IN IDAHO
Be part of statewide conversations shaping policy, improving cross-agency collaboration, and expanding effective services for victims across Idaho.
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IDAHO SAFETY
& RESILIENCE CONFERENCE
COMMITTEE
IDAHO COUNCIL ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & VICTIM ASSISTANCE
Dana Wiemiller – Executive Director, ICDVVA
Amy Duque – Program Administration Management, ICDVVA
Erin Vlamis – Grants Manager, ICDVVA
Chelsea Hiatt – Grant Manager, ICDVVA
Erin Summers – Management Assistant, ICDVVA
BUILDING HOPE TODAY
Faye White – Executive Director, BHT
Mindy Peper – Development & Partnership Director, BHT
PARTNER AGENCY ORGANIZATIONS
Aleshea Boals – Victim Witness Coordinator, Office of the Attorney General
Heidi Cook – Community Engagement Officer, United Healthcare
Sherri Coronado – SAKI Victim Services Specialist, Idaho State Police Forensic Services
Deonda Thompson – Court Program & Services Coordinator, Idaho Supreme Court
Sonja Howerton – Executive Director, Idaho Network of Children’s Advocacy Centers
Amber Moe – Senior Program Manager, Center for Justice Innovation & ICDVVA Board
Susan Nally – Victim Witness Coordinator, Bingham County & ICDVVA Board
Angela Weekes – President, Family Justice Center Foundation of Idaho
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PRICING
CONFERENCE
PASS
$128.12
= $125 ticket + $3.12 payment processing fee (PPF)
Available March 13
until May 29
Refunds (minus PPF)
are available up to
30 days prior
Ticket transfers are available until May 31
Note: Recordings of most sessions will be available to registrants for 90 days after the Conference.
INFORMATION ABOUT
THE CONFERENCE
SCHEDULE
The conference planning committee is committed to including diverse participation and perspectives to provide insights and highlight innovative approaches to meeting the needs of crime victims and the agencies and systems that provide victim services. The conference focuses on tactical training and practice rather than being academic.
EVENT DATES
June 2
Tuesday
June 3
Wednesday
June 4
Thursday
TUESDAY,
JUNE 2
SCHEDULE
Each breakout will have multiple session options.
All times are MT.
9:00 am – 9:15 am
Opening Remarks
9:15 am – 10:30 am
Keynote Address
10:30 am – 10:45 am
Break
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Breakout 1
12:00 pm – 12:15 pm
Break
12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Breakout 2
WEDNESDAY,
JUNE 3
SCHEDULE
Each breakout will have multiple session options.
All times are MT.
9:00 am – 9:15 am
Opening Remarks
9:15 am – 10:30 am
Breakout 3
10:30 am – 10:45 am
Break
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Breakout 4
12:00 pm – 12:15 pm
Break
12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Breakout 5
THURSDAY,
JUNE 4
SCHEDULE
Each breakout will have multiple session options.
All times are MT.
9:00 am – 9:15 am
Opening Remarks
9:15 am – 10:30 am
Breakout 6
10:30 am – 10:45 am
Break
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Breakout 7
12:00 pm – 12:15 pm
Break
12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Breakout 8
SNEAK PEEK AT CONFERENCE
SPEAKERS
2
JUNE, TUES.
9:15 AM – 10:45 AM
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Departing the Ordinary:
Rethinking How We Sustain Ourselves in These Careers
Presenter: Elena Doskey de Lobon, PhD
@ A Future Not Our Own
2
JUNE, TUES.
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
BREAKOUT SPEAKER
Acute Adult/Adolescent Non or Near Fatal Strangulations
Presenter: Sean Dugan, PhD @ Alaska Cares
3
JUNE, WED.
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
BREAKOUT SPEAKER
Our Silence: Suicide Awareness & Prevention
Presenter: Anna Nassat @ A. Nassat Consulting
4
JUNE, THURS.
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
BREAKOUT SPEAKER
Girls Unbroken, A Sister’s Harrowing Journey from the Streets of Long Island to the Farms of Idaho
Presenter: Regina Calcattera
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COMMON QUESTIONS
ABOUT THE
CONFERENCE
We’re here to help!
If you have any questions, please connect with us at faye@idahosafetyandresilience.org.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND THE PROGRAM?
This conference is designed for people doing the real work on the ground. It connects you with 500+ advocates, responders, and system leaders across Idaho and surrounding States who face the same challenges you do. You’ll leave with actionable tools, stronger partnerships, and fresh solutions you can apply immediately in your community. If your work touches victim safety, resilience, or collaboration — this event was made for you.
WHAT WILL YOU GET FROM THIS EVENT?
You’ll gain:
- Practical strategies from carefully selected experts delivering interactive, hands-on training
- Data-driven insights and knowledge sharing focused on improving real systems
- Cross-disciplinary connections that strengthen support for victims of crime
- Partnership opportunities that enhance services across agencies
- Innovative approaches shaped by diverse voices and lived experience
Most importantly, you’ll walk away better equipped to support victims and improve the systems that serve them.
IS THE EVENT HELPFUL FOR EVERYONE?
It’s helpful for anyone who cares about safer communities and stronger support systems for crime victims, but it’s especially valuable for:
- Victim Advocates
- Victim Witness Coordinators
- Law enforcement
- Prosecutors
- Medical and mental health providers
- Social service professionals
- Non-profits
- Community organizers
- Tribal and government partners
- Anyone supporting survivors of violence or exploitation
The conference is deeply useful, meaningful, and community-changing for a wide audience.
FOR MORE INFO CALL US :
(986)-895-7470
EXPERIENCED
CONFERENCE
SPEAKERS
EACH YEAR, WE HIGHLIGHT NATIONALLY-RENOWNED SPEAKERS IN IDAHO
AND BRING IN WELL-RESPECTED SPEAKERS FROM ACROSS THE U.S.
Angela Weekes
SUBJECT-MATTER EXPERT
tai simpson
SUBJECT-MATTER EXPERT
Sherri Coronado
SUBJECT-MATTER EXPERT
Rose-Hermance Rony
SUBJECT-MATTER EXPERT