UAA community members recognized during National Philanthropy Day
Dr. Tina DeLapp, a UAA emerita Professor of Nursing, and Pheobe Bales, a legal studies student, have received awards for their outstanding achievements in philanthropy.
The Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Comprehensive Forensic Training Academy
A staggering 75% of Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æns have either personally experienced or know someone who has been a victim of domestic violence or sexual assault. The state's rate of child mistreatment surpasses the national average by 69.3%, while elder physical abuse is 2.4 times higher and elder psychological abuse is 1.6 times higher than national rates. An assault occurs every hour in the state.
Despite the pervasive nature of violence, many regions in Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ lack the capacity to document and collect the necessary medical evidence crucial for aiding victims of crime. The Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Comprehensive Forensic Training Academy (ACFTA) offers accessible training to address this gap, empowering health care professionals to deliver trauma-informed, evidence-driven care and contribute to enhancing community safety. Learn more about the academy.
Beyond its training objectives, the ACFTA team actively seeks ongoing feedback from community members, including stakeholders and professionals across various health care fields throughout the state. Conducting a tour of Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ, they host meetings and focus groups in communities to ensure that the training provided aligns with the diverse and unique needs of Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ's communities. Learn more about upcoming health care and stakeholder meetings in a community near you.
ACFTA is a collaborative initiative involving the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Council on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, the UAA College of Health, and the Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ Nurses Association.
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