Justice in 30
Justice in 30 is a free live webinar series offering focused, practical training on timely issues affecting justice and child-protection professionals.
Sessions are held one or two Wednesdays per month from 12:30–1:00 p.m. Eastern and follow a concise, lunch-and-learn format, with time reserved for live Q&A.
Resilience & Hope for 2026 MDTs
Resilience & Hope for 2026 MDTs, a bite-sized training adapted from "Darkest Before Dawn: Forging Hope on the Edge of Injustice" and "Healing Isn't Linear, But It's Worth It" — Justice in 30 with Robert Peters & Melanie Barton.
Interrogating Child Abuse Suspects
Interrogating Child Abuse Suspects, a bite-sized training adapted from "You’re Not a Bad Person: Cognitive Distortions & Suspect Interrogation" — Justice in 30 with Robert Peters & Crystal Nordby.
Minimal Facts Interviewing: A CPS Primer
Minimal Facts Interviewing: A CPS Primer, a bite-sized training adapted from "You Don’t Have My Blessing to Pop the Question: Forensic Interviewer Insights for CPS Child Interviews."
Recantation 101
Recantation 101, bite-sized training adapted from "Winning Without Words: Prosecuting Cases with Recanting or Nonverbal Victims" — Justice in 30 with Robert Peters.
When Darkness Meets The Shining Light of Hope: A Survivor's Perspective on MDT Investigations
When Darkness Meets The Shining Light of Hope: A Survivor's Perspective on MDT Investigations, a bite-sized training adapted from a longer keynote — Justice in 30 with Melanie Barton.
Tool or Threat: AI for Law Enforcement & MDTs
Tool or Threat: AI for Law Enforcement & MDTs, a bite-sized training adapted from a longer workshop — Justice in 30 with Robert Peters.
The Sound of Surviving: Medical Impact from a Survivor's Perspective
The Sound of Surviving: Medical Impact from a Survivor's Perspective, a bite-sized training adapted from a longer workshop — Justice in 30 with Melanie Barton.
Justice in 30 — December 2025
Surviving Cross-Examination in Child Abuse Cases 101, a bite-sized excerpt from "Courtroom Confidence: Tips for Witnesses in Child Abuse Cases." Register on Eventbrite.
Justice in 30 — November 2025
Basics of MDT Facilitation (hosted by Grace Stewart), a bite-sized excerpt from "Basics of Facilitation." Register on Eventbrite.
Youth With Problematic Sexual Behaviors
Cases involving youth with problematic sexual behavior are tragically common for prosecutors, forensic interviewers, and other MDT members. However, addressing these cases effectively presents complex challenges and considerations. This webinar, taught by a former prosecutor, will provide relevant research and tactics for appropriate intervention and prosecution. Register on Eventbrite.
Justice in 30 — October 2025
Behind the Badge: Child Abuse in Law Enforcement 101, a bite-sized excerpt from "The Perpetrator in the Precinct." Register on Eventbrite.
Justice in 30 — September 2025
Recognizing Spiritual Abuse 101, a bite-sized excerpt from "When the Child Abuse Carries a Bible." Register on Eventbrite.
Beyond He Said, She Said: Digital Evidence & Corroboration Techniques
Despite the presence of corroborating evidence in every child sexual abuse case, child protection professionals often miss the full potential of this vital component. This webinar taught by a former prosecutor will equip attendees to maximize various underutilized avenues of corroboration, focusing on forensic interviews, internet of things (IoT) devices, numerous other forms of digital evidence, and tools for practitioners. Register on Eventbrite.
Courtroom Confidence: Tips for Witnesses in Child Abuse Cases
Enhance your courtroom confidence and credibility through this webinar designed for MDT members, with an emphasis on law enforcement, social services, and forensic interviewing roles. Learn proven strategies to navigate the challenges of cross-examination and avoid common pitfalls during testimony. Participants will gain practical insights and concrete tips for effective courtroom communication, including case preparation and interaction with judges and juries.
When the Child Abuser Carries a Bible
Religious or spiritual themes are often weaponized by perpetrators to justify the abuse of children, and are invoked to avoid accountability and consolidate power within faith communities. This webinar will cover best practices, recent trends, and practical tips and corroboration strategies for MDTs to navigate these issues.
Artificial Intelligence for Criminal Investigations
The rise of generative artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the landscape of criminal investigations. This 1-hour webinar, led by a former prosecutor and a child exploitation detective, will equip investigators with the core knowledge and skills necessary to leverage AI wisely and effectively.
Past Topics
Missed a session? Recordings from the past two years are available in our webinar library for a low annual fee.