December 18, 2024Direction Home Akron Canton Conference Center
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Summary: This course explores the issue of human trafficking, and how it can specifically affect marginalized populations such as the elderly and disabled. Attendees will gain insights into the unique vulnerabilities of these populations, the methods traffickers use to exploit them, and red flags that may indicate their exploitation. Through case studies and interactive discussions, attendees will learn how to recognize the signs of trafficking and employ effective strategies for prevention and intervention. By the end of the course, attendees will be better equipped with the knowledge and tools to advocate for the rights and well-being of elderly and disabled populations and help combat human trafficking in their work. Objectives:
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About the Speaker: Mary Kate Waggoner
Mary Kate is committed to creating meaningful change by empowering communities and advancing the rights and well-being of all people. With a robust background in social work, she specializes in providing trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual violence, with a focus on supporting victims of human trafficking. Mary Kate's passions lie in anti-human trafficking advocacy and systemic reform. She currently serves as the Anti-Human Trafficking Victim Advocate for the Ohio Attorney General's Office, where she leads initiatives to enhance victim services for survivors of human trafficking. She also provides essential training and technical assistance to antitrafficking organizations, professionals, and community members across the state of Ohio.
REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION INFORMATION:
Class sizes are limited, so register early. Classes with low registrations may be canceled. If the class is canceled or moved, participants will be contacted via email at least 24 hours in advance.
Classes start and end on time. To ensure a quality experience for all, please arrive (in-person) at least 15 minutes prior to the class start time.
SOCIAL WORKERS: CEU credits will be adjusted 0.25 credit hours for every 15 minutes not in attendance; adjusted certificates will be emailed to participants within 3 business days after the training. LICENSED NURSING HOME ADMINISTRATORS: full participation is expected, no partial credit will be awarded. Hard copies of certificates will be mailed upon request.
Refunds will be make ONLY for cancellations received three business days prior to the event. If received less than three days prior to the event, a credit can be issued for use at another program within the next 6 months. If notice of cancellation is not received before the date of the program, no refund will be issued. PLEASE NOTE: No show will be charged the full registration fee.
It is difficult to control room temperature to everyone's comfort level. We suggest you dress in layers that can be adaptable to warm and cool temperatures.
For auditing purposes, arrival and departure times and signature are required on attendance sheets.