Missed Warnings: Homicide Risk and System Failures in Military-Connected Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Cases

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This 60-minute session, presented by the National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA), explores the intersection of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking within military-connected populations—focusing on how systemic gaps, cultural barriers, and jurisdictional confusion contribute to missed warning signs and, in some cases, fatal outcomes. Led by a military veteran and national technical assistance provider, … Continued

Integrating Lethality Assessment into Co-Response Models & Enhancing Safety Through Shared Decision-Making

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In this session, a law enforcement commander and a community-based advocate share lessons learned from their partnership in a co-response model addressing intimate partner violence in Franklin County, Ohio. Presenters discuss how multidisciplinary collaboration can enhance survivor safety and improve coordinated responses to high-risk cases. Viewers will gain practical insights into how lethality assessment is … Continued

The Advocate’s Role in Domestic Violence High Risk Teams

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In this panel discussion, community-based advocates from across the country explore the critical role advocates play in the effectiveness of Domestic Violence High Risk Teams (DVHRTs). Panelists share survivor-centered strategies for coordinating safety, supporting communication across systems, and strengthening collaboration among multidisciplinary partners. Viewers will gain insights into how advocates use trauma-informed approaches to elevate … Continued

Advancing Safety Through High Risk Courts and Other Models

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In this judicial panel discussion, domestic violence court judges share practical experiences and lessons learned from implementing High Risk Courts and other court-based models. Panelists discuss the role of intimate partner violence (IPV) risk assessments in promoting victim safety, strengthening accountability, and informing court responses. Viewers will gain insights into effective collaboration strategies, implementation considerations, … Continued

Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Risk and Risk Assessments 101: Purpose and Common Uses

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In this foundational session, the DV RISC team provides an overview of IPV risk and risk assessments. Presenters explore key concepts of risk theory, discuss common settings for implementing risk assessments, and highlight core considerations for their effective use. Viewers will gain a better understanding of the purpose of risk assessments and how they can … Continued

Lethality Risk Factors Animated Series: Stalking

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Stalking inflicts severe emotional and psychological harm on victims, often causing heightened anxiety, fear, and a pervasive sense of insecurity. Stalking serves as a significant risk factor for intimate partner homicide, as it often indicates escalating violence and a heightened level of danger within the relationship. This animated video is a shortened version of the … Continued

Lethality Risk Factors Animated Series: Pregnancy Abuse and Reproductive Coercion

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Pregnancy abuse and reproductive coercion pose as lethality risk factors for intimate partner homicide as they indicate a heightened level of control and manipulation within an abusive relationship, escalating the potential for lethal violence. The interference with a partner’s reproductive autonomy during pregnancy contributes to an environment of increased danger and power imbalance, elevating the … Continued

Lethality Risk Factors Animated Series: Firearms

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Access to firearms is a significant lethality risk factor for intimate partner homicide, as the presence of firearms increases the potential for lethal violence. The availability of firearms amplifies the danger in abusive relationships, posing a heightened threat to the safety of victims. This animated video is a shortened version of the webinar from the … Continued

Lethality Risk Factors Animated Series: Recent Separation

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Recent separation is a critical lethality risk factor for intimate partner homicide as perpetrators often sense a potential loss of control over their partner, increasing the likelihood of violent retaliation against the separated partner. The period of post-separation is marked by increased danger, as it may intensify the perpetrator’s feelings of rejection and contribute to … Continued

Lethality Risk Factors Animated Series: Strangulation

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Strangulation is a critical lethality risk factor for intimate partner homicide, as it signifies a highly dangerous level of physical violence and control within an abusive relationship. Survivors who experience strangulation are at a heightened risk of subsequent lethal violence, emphasizing the urgent need for intervention and support in such cases. This animated video is … Continued

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