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Welcome to the Building Bridges Conference 2024, hosted by the Sexual Violence Center. This conference is a vital gathering for those committed to ending sexual violence and supporting survivors. Join us as we unite efforts and share strategies to create safer, more supportive communities.

Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Location: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Prior Lake, Minnesota

Meet the Presenters

These thought leaders and professionals bring a wealth of experience and knowledge in the fields of sexual violence advocacy, justice, and survivor support. Learn more about each speaker’s background, expertise, and the valuable insights they will be sharing throughout the conference.

John Choi Keynote Speaker

Ramsey County Attorney

Joyce Kyles

Joyce Kyles Consulting

Breanna Allen

All-En Training and Consulting

Sara Blevins O'Toole

Branches Domestic Violence Shelter

Breanna Heisterkamp

Hennepin Assault Response Team

Stephanie Ellis

Hennepin Assault Response Team

Allison Pauna

Sexual Violence Center

Claire Flom-Staab

Outreach Advocate

Conference Schedule

8:00 am

9:00 am

9:30 am

10:30 am

10:45 am

12:15 pm

1:15 pm

2:45 pm

3:00 pm

Registration & Continental Breakfast

8:00 am - 9:00 am (60 min)

Opening Remarks

9:00 am - 9:30 am (30 min)

What I have Learned After 18 Years of Public Leadership

9:30 am - 10:30 am (60 min)
John Choi
Ramsey County Attorney, Ramsey County

Morning Break/Transition

10:30 am - 10:45 am (15 min)

Looking Beyond Bias: Comprehensive Screening & Assessment for Trafficking and Exploitation

10:45 am - 12:15 pm (90 min)
Stephanie Ellis
Forensic Nurse Education Program Supervisor, Hennepin Assault Response Team
Breanna Heisterkamp
Nurse Manager, Hennepin Assault Response Team

Who’s Going to Protect Us? A guided conversation in supporting survivors

10:45 am - 12:15 pm (90 min)
Breanna Allen
Chief Consultant Officer, All-En Training and Consulting

Making Work Groups…Work!

10:45 am - 12:15 pm (90 min)
Sara Blevins O'Toole
Director of Development, Branches Domestic Violence Shelter

Lunch

12:15 pm - 1:15 pm (60 min)

Building Resilience and Restoration: Maintaining Wellness Strategies to Thrive

1:15 pm - 2:45 pm (90 min)
Joyce Kyles
CEO/Owner, Joyce Kyles Consulting

Making Work Groups…Work!

1:15 pm - 2:45 pm (90 min)
Sara Blevins O'Toole
Director of Development, Branches Domestic Violence Shelter

Responding to Disclosures

1:15 pm - 2:45 pm (90 min)
Claire Flom-Staab
Outreach Advocate, Sexual Violence Center
Allison Pauna
Prevention Advocate, Sexual Violence Center

Afternoon Break

2:45 pm - 3:00 pm (15 min)

Closing Session and Final Remarks

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm (60 min)

Continuing Education

We’re thrilled to announce that the Building Bridges Conference 2024 has been approved for 8 hours of continuing education for social workers by the MN Board of Social Work! Approvals for Law Enforcement and Nursing CEUs are still pending. This conference offers a valuable opportunity for professional development, with sessions led by leaders in sexual violence advocacy, trauma-informed care, and survivor support. Secure your spot and deepen your expertise with us this November!

Exhibitors

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Contact Us

For more information about the conference, please contact us at [email protected].

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