
About this Event
Welcome to the Inaugural Domestic Violence Conference!
Join us at Arizona Western College for a two-day conference filled with insightful discussions and informative sessions on combating domestic violence. This event aims to raise awareness, educate attendees, and promote advocacy for those affected by domestic violence.
Featuring renowned speakers and experts in the field, the conference will cover a wide range of topics including prevention strategies, support services, and legal rights. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and organizations dedicated to ending domestic violence.
Don't miss this chance to be a part of the solution. Together, we can make a difference and create a safer, healthier community for everyone. Register now and join us at the Inaugural Domestic Violence Conference!
In Partnership With: Yuma Police Department, Yuma County Attorney's Office, Yuma Counseling, and Amberly's Place

Monday, October 27th
🕑: 07:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Check In/Breakfast Social - Welcome Message by Karolyn Kaczorowski
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Opening Presentation
Host: Chris Schopen
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
DV 101
Host: Tori Bourguignon
🕑: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Lunch Break (Offsite)
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Case Study and Panel
Host: Chief Garrity, Yuma Police Department
🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Break
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:45 PM
Colin King
Host: Colin King
Tuesday, October 28th
🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AM
Check In/Breakfast Social
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Behind the Bench-Judicial Perspectives on Domestic Violence
Host: Ret. Judge Gould
🕑: 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Dr. Neil Websdale
Host: Neil Websdale
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch Break (Offsite)
🕑: 12:30 PM - 02:00 PM
Trauma
Host: Troy Love, LCSW
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Strangulation Presentation
Host: Lisa Greene-White
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:15 PM
Break
🕑: 03:15 PM - 04:00 PM
Teen Dating Violence
Host: Miguel Salazar
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Avoiding Burnout
Host: Patrick Goodman
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Arizona Western College, 2020 South Avenue 8 East, Yuma, United States
USD 55.09