The National Institute on the Prosecution of Elder Abuse (NIPEA) is a three day course designed to challenge prosecutors to reevaluate their approach to prosecuting elder abuse cases. Participants receive training on the dynamics of elder abuse as well as practical skills to successfully prosecute these cases, balancing offender accountability with the impact of criminal prosecution on victims.

Using a case method where participants work two actual cases – one neglect and once financial exploitation – NIPEA explores the complex issues faced by prosecutors. Beyond just case evaluation and litigation skills, the curriculum examines the benefits of developing a coordinated, victim-centered community response; explains common injuries and relevant medical evidence, providing guidance on the use of medical experts; explores ethical issues confronted by prosecutors; and offers prosecutors the ability to redefine outcomes and the very nature of justice in elder abuse cases.

Due to space limitations, this event is not open to non-prosecutors.

Preference will be given to prosecutor offices participating in the OVW Enhanced Training and Services to End Abuse in Later Life Program (or prosecutor offices which are partnered with organizations that receive such funds). All other prosecutors will be considered in the order in which they apply. 

Participant comments from past institutes highlight the practical value and outstanding quality of this program:

• "This has been the best training/series of trainings. Inspiring, substantive, well organized. I feel so grateful to be exposed to it. Thank you for doing these trainings. Amazing."
• "Fantastic training. [ . . . ] Already motivated to go home and dig in!”
• “Good job with case studies. Very practical. As a former educator, I recognize and appreciate the variety of teaching strategies you used.”

Please contact Ann Laatsch at alaatsch@ncall.us for more information about this program.

Please review the Event Details tab for more details, including information about scholarship availability. If you would like to apply to attend the Institute, please click the red Register button on the left. Submission of an application does not guarantee a spot in the Institute; please DO NOT make travel arrangements unless and until you have been notified that you are accepted for the course.