
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: DORINDA CARTER August 17, 2006 615-741-1000, EXT. 8144 (OFFICE) 877-909-5128 (PAGER)
2006 TENNESSEE SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT BOARD ANNUAL TRAINING CONFERENCE
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Tennessee Department of Correction and the Sex Offender Treatment Board announce plans for the annual Sex Offender Treatment Conference themed; "Sex Offender Containment: Collaboration, Supervision and Treatment."
This year, the focus is on closing the gap between professionals responsible for policy development, probation/parole supervision and treatment.
"It is impossible to implement effective sex offender containment without collaboration. The community needs safety and justice; an enormous responsibility exists," said Sex Offender Treatment Board, Presiding Officer Jeanine C. Miller, PhD.
Topics for the conference include:
- Myths, Facts and Community Protection
- Sex Offenders Online: Everything You Need To Know
- Child Pornography and Violent Offenders
- Female Sex Offenders
- Perpetration Prevention
Nationally known experts will deliver sessions on Restorative Justice for Victims as well as Myths and Facts About Residency Restrictions.
The conference will be held from August 21-24, 2006 at the Embassy Suites Hotel, Cool Springs.