CPD 425 – Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence and Intimate Partner Violence

Recorded: 2025-06-10
Qualifies for 6 CPD Hours, all of which qualify for Ethics.

The complete seminar qualifies for 6 CPD hours, all of which qualify for Ethics. Registrants are welcome to attend portions of the seminar and report the CPD hours for each session attended. See Agenda CPD 425 for schedule and session descriptions.

Join us for a virtual seminar focused on improving access to justice for survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence. The seminar includes an overview of the LISTEN Project, lawyer/roster training and a panel discussion on case law involving coercive control and parenting disputes:

• Introduction to Court Support and the LISTEN Project – Kenzy Horudko (.5 CPD and Ethics hours)
• LISTEN Project Training Guide on Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence – Alanna Carlson (2.5 CPD and Ethics hours)
• Coercive Control and Parenting Disputes – Janet Mosher, Jennifer Koshan, Wanda Wiegers (1.0 CPD and Ethics Hours)
• LISTEN Project Training Guide on Supporting Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence – Alanna Carlson (2.0 CPD and Ethics Hours)

The training session is part of an ongoing effort to train and recruit lawyers to provide services for the LISTEN Project — a program dedicated to improving access to justice and safety for survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence (IPV) in Saskatchewan. Whether you practice family law, criminal law, or are simply interested in getting involved, this session will provide critical knowledge and practical tools to support survivors with compassion, cultural humility, and legal precision.

Learn more about the LISTEN Project and how you can become part of a growing roster of lawyers committed to survivor-centered, trauma-informed advocacy. For more info: https://listenproject.ca/

Topics of this training include:

• Overview of the LISTEN Project – goals, structure, and how lawyers can contribute to better outcomes for survivors.
• Understanding the Landscape – the types and prevalence of sexual violence and IPV, and how systemic barriers impact survivors’ access to safety and justice.
• Coercive Control & Allegations of Parental Alienation – how these complex dynamics show up
• Dispelling Myths – common misconceptions about sexual and intimate partner violence
• Cycles of Abuse & Barriers to Leaving and Finding Safety – a nuanced look at why survivors stay, and how economic, cultural, and systemic factors influence their choices.
• Legal Frameworks – key provisions in the Criminal Code and Family Law legislation relevant to sexual and IPV cases and how to help clients navigate the police and court process
• Recognizing Trauma & Working with Victim-Survivors – how trauma impacts communication, memory and presentation, and how to respond effectively with cultural humility.
• Trauma-Informed Lawyering – practical strategies for building trust, minimizing harm, and empowering clients during emotionally difficult legal proceedings.
• Safety Planning – working with clients to encourage planning that address emotional, physical, and legal safety while respecting autonomy.

Attendees who are members of the LISTEN Project roster list, or intend to sign up to the LISTEN Project will receive a copy of the LISTEN Project Training Guide.

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