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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
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SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-5/
LOCATION:Florida\, Pensacola\, Florida
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
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UID:10000098-1772496000-1772582399@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Euro Global Women Power Summit - Paris France
DESCRIPTION:Russell is going to France!\nHe will be delivering a keynote:\nCentric Engagement – The Art and Science of Connection to Reduce Violence Against Women
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/euro-global-women-power-summit-paris-france/
LOCATION:France
CATEGORIES:Human Centric
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225
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SUMMARY:Tearing down the silos
DESCRIPTION:Russell will be providing a webinar on “Tearing down the Silos”  and building true multidisciplinary collaboration in Georgia.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/tearing-down-the-silos/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Virtual Private Training,Tear down the silos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
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UID:10000094-1771804800-1771891199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Myra Strand will be teaching  two webinars on “how to be trauma-informed” for NOVA.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/human-trafficking/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Private Training,Trauma-Informed and Healing Centered,Survivor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T153736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T153759Z
UID:10000097-1771527600-1771531200@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Book Club Discussion on "Nobodys Girl" with Myra Strand and Jeannette Adkins
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful book club discussion of Nobody’s Girl\, a fierce and intimate memoir of Virginia Giuffre’s strength and determination in the face of exploitation. Through facilitated conversation\, we’ll explore her journey from survival to advocacy—and how her courage to seek justice deepens our understanding of survivor-centered justice and strengthens the work of advocacy.Registration Link:  (https://tr.ee/jGO_95kF1V)
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/book-club-discussion-on-nobodys-girl-with-myra-strand-and-jeannette-adkins/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Book Club
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NACP-Book-Club.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T145737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T145737Z
UID:10000082-1771372800-1771459199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-4/
LOCATION:Florida\, Pensacola\, Florida
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T151700Z
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SUMMARY:Human Centric Interviewing and Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Russell Strand will teach at the DOJ National Advocacy Center for a full day on Human-Centric Investigations and Interviewing.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/human-centric-interviewing-and-investigations/
LOCATION:Columbia\, SC
CATEGORIES:Human Centric Investigations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T151328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T151329Z
UID:10000092-1770163200-1770335999@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:2-Day Human Centric Interviewing
DESCRIPTION:The goal of the HCI education course is to develop the knowledge and essential skills required to conduct and document forensic interviews with adults\, adolescents and children who have experienced trauma and/or victimization as the victim or as the suspect.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/2-day-human-centric-interviewing/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:In Person Private Training,Human Centric Interviewing (HCI)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260203
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T145638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T145638Z
UID:10000081-1769990400-1770076799@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-3/
LOCATION:Florida\, Pensacola\, Florida
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
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UID:10000091-1769385600-1769817599@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:40-Hour Human Centric Interviewing Course
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \n\n\n\n\nThe goal of the HCI education course is to develop the knowledge and essential skills required to conduct and document forensic interviews with adults\, adolescents and children who have experienced trauma and/or victimization as the victim or as the suspect.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/40-hour-human-centric-interviewing-course/
LOCATION:Michigan\, Detroit\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Human Centric Interviewing (HCI),In Person Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Human-Centric-Interviewing-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T145534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T145534Z
UID:10000080-1768780800-1768867199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-2/
LOCATION:Florida\, Pensacola\, Florida
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260106
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T145400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T145400Z
UID:10000079-1767571200-1767657599@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution/
LOCATION:Florida\, Pensacola\, Florida
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T214450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T214450Z
UID:10000068-1765756800-1765843199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-23/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/storm.webp
LOCATION:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-23/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260105T145147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T145147Z
UID:10000078-1765324800-1765497599@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Human Centric Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Russell Strand will provide a 2-day training on Human-Centric engagement\, including interviewing and Prosecutions.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/human-centric-engagement/
LOCATION:Panama City FL
CATEGORIES:In Person Private Training,Human Centric Interviewing (HCI)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Human-Centric-Interviewing-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T214316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T214316Z
UID:10000067-1764892800-1764979199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-22/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/storm.webp
LOCATION:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251204
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20260103T214412Z
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UID:10000077-1764720000-1764806399@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Implicit Bias\, The Brain\, and Applied Intersectionality in Wild Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Myra will provide training and technical assistance to a non-profit focused on outdoor spaces in Tucson\, Arizona.\nHer work will be focused on Implicit bias\, the brain\, and applied intersectionality.\nShe will also assist the agency in adopting trauma-informed policies and procedures.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/implicit-bias-the-brain-and-applied-intersectionality-in-wild-spaces/
CATEGORIES:DEIB (Diversity,Equity,Outdoors community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Intersectionality.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T214135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T214135Z
UID:10000066-1763683200-1763769599@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-21/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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LOCATION:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-21/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251112T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20241213T150210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T150210Z
UID:10000023-1762945200-1762952400@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Embodied Communication Training: Applying Trauma Informed Forensic Interview Modalities to support communication
DESCRIPTION:Part Three: Applying knowledge into practice (3 hours) \nThis training session will highly interactive and centered on group work. We will practice drawing out the experience. We will explore how to use these strategies to address conflict and to navigate differences.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/embodied-communication-training-applying-trauma-informed-forensic-interview-modalities-to-support-communication-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Training
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LOCATION:https://strandsquared.com/event/embodied-communication-training-applying-trauma-informed-forensic-interview-modalities-to-support-communication-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T213916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T213916Z
UID:10000065-1762732800-1762819199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-20/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/storm.webp
LOCATION:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-20/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T220649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T220656Z
UID:10000074-1762300800-1762473599@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:One Loud Voice
DESCRIPTION:Myra and Russ will be providing training at this conference. \nTBD \n  \nRegister Here:\nhttps://www.childadvocacyms.org/one-loud-voice-conference
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/one-loud-voice/
LOCATION:Mississippi
CATEGORIES:Conference
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot-2025-05-08-at-6.04.12 PM.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T220154Z
UID:10000073-1760572800-1760659199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Heart Connections
DESCRIPTION:Myra will deliver two training workshops: \n\nEmpathy\, Compassion\, Vulnerability and Hope – Human Connection is the Key\nIt’s a Vibe self-regulation and co regulation
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/heart-connections/
LOCATION:New Jersey
CATEGORIES:In Person Training,Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T213717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T213717Z
UID:10000064-1760400000-1760486399@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-19/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/storm.webp
LOCATION:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T213515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T213515Z
UID:10000063-1759449600-1759535999@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-18/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/storm.webp
LOCATION:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-18/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250924
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250804T215854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T220515Z
UID:10000075-1758499200-1758671999@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:CCAW South Padre Island
DESCRIPTION:The CCAW Summit: Beyond the Bounds serves as an extension of the Conference on Crimes Against Women to highlight the specific gender-based challenges that are unique to coastal cities\, rural towns\, and resort communities. Victims and survivors of these areas are confronted with geographic isolation and transportation issues as well as a lack of anonymity and limited access to resources and services. \n\n\n\n\nCCAW Summit provides education\, training\, and best-practice strategies to address problems such as: \nAquatic Homicide\, Human Trafficking\, Immigration and Border Issues\, Sexual Abuse\, CPS Involvement\, 9-1-1 Reporting\, Domestic Violence\, Law Enforcement Report Writing\, Forensic Nursing\, Prosecutorial Perspectives\n\nMyra and Russell will presenting on:\nHuman Centric Interviewing\nViolence Against Women in Outdoor Spaces\nTrauma Informed Scuba Diving
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/ccaw-south-padre-island/
LOCATION:Texas\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Conference
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-04-at-5.54.32-PM.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250921T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250804T220408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T220408Z
UID:10000076-1758456000-1758474000@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Snorkeling into healing:   A Pre- Conference Reset
DESCRIPTION:In preparation of the “CCAW Out of Bounds Conference”\, Russell and Myra Strand would like to invite you to an afternoon snorkeling trip for a pre-conference reset. \n\n\n\nSnorkeling and Its Benefits for Your Nervous System \n\n\nSnorkeling provides a captivating and immersive experience that can positively influence your nervous system\, helping to restore balance and promote relaxation in several ways: \n\n\nStimulating the Parasympathetic Nervous System: Immersion in water\, especially cold water\, can trigger the mammalian dive reflex\, which activates the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). This part of your nervous system governs the “rest and digest” response\, leading to reduced stress\, a slower heart rate\, lowered blood pressure\, and an overall feeling of calm. Even splashing cold water on your face can initiate this calming response. \n\n\nReconnecting with Nature: Snorkeling allows you to reconnect with the natural world\, especially the soothing effects of being in\, near\, or on water—often referred to as the “blue mind” state. Spending time in natural blue spaces has been shown to lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone) and boost the production of mood-enhancing chemicals like endorphins\, serotonin\, and oxytocin\, which can help alleviate stress and anxiety. \n\n\nMindful Breathing and Relaxation: Navigating while snorkeling requires intentional and controlled breathing through the snorkel\, similar to breathing techniques used in meditation and yoga. This rhythmic\, focused breathing can help calm your nervous system\, foster relaxation\, and even alleviate chronic pain by stabilizing oxygen flow and blocking disruptive nerve signals. \n\n\nSensory Immersion: The underwater environment offers a rich sensory experience—the sensation of weightlessness\, gentle currents\, muted sounds\, and the vibrant marine life—that can be deeply therapeutic. This mindful immersion encourages presence\, reduces mental clutter\, and promotes a sense of peace and tranquility. \n\n\nPhysical Activity and Mood Boost: Although snorkeling is a low-impact activity\, it still promotes physical movement\, which stimulates the release of endorphins—your body’s natural mood lifters. These chemicals help reduce feelings of anxiety and depression\, enhancing overall emotional well-being. \n\n\nSnorkeling combines physiological and psychological benefits that work synergistically to “reground” and soothe your nervous system. This practice can foster deep relaxation\, improve mood\, and contribute to a greater sense of overall well-being.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/snorkeling-into-healing-a-pre-conference-reset/
LOCATION:Texas\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Healing Adventure
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://strandsquared.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Myra Strand":MAILTO:myrastrand@strandsquared.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
CREATED:20250508T181724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T181725Z
UID:10000048-1758153600-1758326399@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Human Centric Interviewing
DESCRIPTION:Myra and Russ will deliver: \nThe goal of the HCI training is to develop the knowledge and essential skills required to conduct and document interviews with humans who may have experienced trauma and/or victimization. \nDevelopment of various types of interviews & interrogations\, child forensic interviews\, and trauma informed interviews have all paved the way in which we seek to understand the human experience of victims\, suspects\, and witnesses of crime and tragedy. As we continue to learn about human behavior\, memory\, impact of trauma\, neurodiversity\, intersectionality\, etc. we need to continue to apply advances in our knowledge and forge ahead to improve our practices. \nIt’s not just trauma or a traumatic experience we need to understand – it’s so much more – many other factors can affect ability and motivation to recall. We need to seek understanding and connection through an intersectional lens to better comprehend behavior and recall including past experiences\, neurodiversity\, complex trauma\, non-linear memory\, polychronic time\, environment\, and genetics to name just a few. We must connect with and understand the human in front of us as a human being facing what can sometimes be an inhuman system – we must be authentically human most of all.
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/human-centric-interviewing/
LOCATION:Florida\, Pensacola\, Florida
CATEGORIES:In Person Private Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917
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SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-17/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T213129Z
UID:10000061-1757376000-1757462399@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-16/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
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SUMMARY:CASCI Colorado Association of Sex Crimes Investigators
DESCRIPTION:Russell Strand will be delivering three presentations: \n\nPeep Behind the Curtain – Pornography\nHuman Centric Interviewing\nHunter and the Hunted – Understanding Offender Behaviors\n\nRegister here:\nhttps://www.casci.net/about
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/casci-colorado-association-of-sex-crimes-investigators/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTSTAMP:20260513T132528
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T212938Z
UID:10000060-1755820800-1755907199@strandsquared.com
SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Self Regulation\, Co Regulation\, De-Escalation
DESCRIPTION:“The greatest power in de-escalation lies not in controlling others\, but in mastering your own emotions and responses.” -Unknown\nTrainer: Myra Strand
URL:https://strandsquared.com/event/conflict-resolution-self-regulation-co-regulation-de-escalation-15/
CATEGORIES:Conflict Resolution,Virtual Private Training
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