Main Stage Workshop Sessions

At APPA's 2025 Winter Training Institute, both in-person and virtual attendees can learn from subject matter experts on popular topics. "Main Stage Workshop Sessions" offer a variety of exciting content, highlighted for its significant impact on community corrections.

See Something, Say Something is a False Narrative! Active Bystandership in Community Corrections Prevents Harm to Staff, Supervisees, and the Community

MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2025 | 10:30AM - 11:30 AM PT

Session Description:
Sponsored by NAPE: Active bystandership, largely based on the research of Dr. Ervin Staub, has been implemented in 390+ law enforcement agencies, State Correctional facilities, and county jails with one clear aim: prevent harm. Stakes are high in community corrections for mistakes and actions that erode trust in community supervision. On top of that, community corrections professionals are facing increasing challenges in maintaining their own health and wellness in the face of exposure to trauma, demanding jobs, and burnout. Yet, it is most of the inaction of peers in the workplace responsible for risky moments becoming dreadful outcomes. Active bystandership is an effective way to prevent mistakes and misconduct and to enhance the well-being of employees. Learn how the Heroes program operationalizes the social science of active bystandership for organization-wide impact. Come to learn, stay for the skills practice, and leave with a sense of hope for the future of community corrections!

Presenter:

Abigail S. Tucker, Psy.D, ABPP

Psychologist and Co-Founder
Heroes Active Bystandership Training

From 213 Years to a Life of Purpose and Prosperity: Unleashing Potential Through Resilience and Transformation

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 | 12:45PM - 2:15PM PT

Session Description:
In this powerful and deeply personal session, Adam Bentley Clausen will share his remarkable journey from serving over 20 years in federal prison to becoming a transformative leader, entrepreneur, and advocate for criminal justice reform. Through candid storytelling, Adam will explore the pivotal moments that led to his incarceration, the profound self-transformation he underwent while behind bars, and the strategies he employed to "earn" his second chance at freedom. Attendees will gain insight into the critical role that resilience, education, and support networks play in rehabilitation and reintegration. This session will challenge conventional perceptions and inspire parole and probation officers to see the untapped potential in every individual they supervise.

Presenter:

Adam Calusen

Director of Innovation and Social Impact
Social Purpose Corrections

Critical Safety and Awareness Training for Officers: Strategies for Field Survival and Effective Interaction

TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025 | 2:30PM - 4:00PM PT

Session Description:
Sponsored by NAPE: This presentation will focus on the critical importance of safety training, equipping participants with the tools and strategies necessary for daily encounters in the field. We will explore key topics such as street survival and street awareness, basic medical response, effective de-escalation techniques, and the importance of recognizing mental health and trauma emergencies. By addressing these areas, participants can better protect themselves while fostering safer interactions with individuals under supervision. The session will conclude with a Q&A to provide personalized insights and address specific concerns from attendees.

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