About 

Tech Trailblazing delves into the innovative strategies employed by a forward-thinking Tribal Nation to combat child abuse and enhance collaboration within multidisciplinary teams (MDT).

This webinar will spotlight the remarkable journey of Kari Hurst, a visionary leader, who spearheaded the establishment of the multidisciplinary team for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and the opening of the Choctaw Nation’s first Family Justice Center. Kari has been involved in the child protection field since 2012 and has an unparalleled passion for helping not only children and families, but for also serving the professionals who are on the front lines of ensuring safety for victims of crime.

Presenters

Kari Hurst. Kari will provide firsthand insights into the development of the Ahni Family Justice Center, emphasizing its pivotal role in facilitating close partnerships with neighboring child advocacy centers (CACs) and MDT stakeholders and revolutionizing evidence collection processes through the strategic integration of technology.

Megan Peterson. Megan worked in the child abuse field for 18 years before transitioning to Guardify. Her tenure is solely linked to direct service, working in Oklahoma and Texas, as a CPS Investigator for 10 years, and as a Forensic Interviewer for 8 years. She has conducted 2,479 forensic interviews and approximately 1400 child abuse investigations, completed over 1300 hours of cumulative training, and testified as an expert witness in numerous criminal court proceedings. She is a social worker and interviewer at heart and has dedicated herself to protecting children and helping others.

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