DSW Candidate – Alfred Garner, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
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Virtual Showcase of DSW Scholars 2025 Event!
Utilizing Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Programs to Provide Supportive Services to Family Systems of Perpetrators of Gun Violence
DSW Candidate – Alfred Garner, MSW
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM Eastern Time Zone
Credit Hours: This session is not eligible for CE credit.
Description
Utilizing Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Programs to Provide Supportive Services to Family Systems of Perpetrators of Gun Violence
In addressing community violence, traditional approaches often focus solely on the direct victims, overlooking the families of both victims and perpetrators. My research offers an innovative solution by expanding the definition of “victim” to include the families of perpetrators, recognizing that they too suffer from the trauma of violence. By utilizing Community Violence Intervention (CVI) programs, we can provide holistic, collective interventions that address the needs of both victim and offender family systems. This approach, grounded in restorative justice principles, aims to break the cycle of violence, heal communities, and prevent future victimization. With a focus on trauma-informed care and community collaboration, this model maximizes existing resources like VOCA funding while fostering long-term resilience and reducing recidivism in neighborhoods affected by gun violence.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
- Understand the implications of narrow victim compensation criteria and explore the benefits of expanding eligibility to include the family systems of offenders, particularly in the context of gun violence.
- Analyze the intersectionality of victims’ and offenders’ families and the importance of incorporating restorative practices within the victims’ compensation framework.
- Evaluate the role of Community Violence Intervention (CVI) programs in reducing gun violence and supporting families impacted by violent crime and how VOCA funds can be reallocated to support such programs.
Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing
Credit Hours: This session is not eligible for CE credit.
Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.
Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/22-9/29/25. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.
Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.
Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.
