# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 BASIC VICTIM ASSISTANCE ACADEMY - Flagstaff - - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 27 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am – Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Fundamental, comprehensive and interactive training for all crime victim advocates and allied professionals who work with trauma survivors.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/6c206be0-8298-11f1-8a8c-3fe57d70e589-rimg-w987-h740-dc181618-gmir.jpg IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRAINING FORMATThe July 2026 AVAA format will combine in-person training with work you will complete on your own. This will include a pretest that MUST be taken before the start of the Academy.This combination of training styles allows the speakers to spend more time answering questions and applying the knowledge to real world problems. The Academy will total 40 hours of training which makes it eligible for the National Advocate Credentialing Program.To keep the interactive nature of the training, the in-person portion will total 36 hours with 4 hours of “pre-work” to be completed before the start of the Academy. This pre-work provides the foundation for the training that will occur during the week. The pretest will measure the attendees knowledge before the training and a posttest must be completed before certificates are awarded.By registering for this training, each attendee agrees to complete the necessary work as described above.The pre-work will be sent to you on or after 7/10/26 depending on when you register, so register early to ensure the maximum amount of time to complete the work.INFORMATION ABOUT THE AVAAThe Arizona Victim Assistance Academy (AVAA) is a project of the Arizona Coalition for Victim Services (ACVS) which is a non-profit coalition made up of crime victim service providers. To date, AVAA has trained over 1,000 advocates state-wide.This Basic Academy provides a rare opportunity to work, study and interact with other victim service providers from around the state. The number of attendees is purposely kept small so that adult learning techniques can be used to reinforce the information received by the instructors.This Academy is intended to provide fundamental information for all crime victim advocates. The Academy is designed primarily for victim service providers who are new to the field of advocacy with approximately one to three years of experience; however experienced advocates may also find the academy beneficial.This material is pre-approved by the National Advocate Credentialing Program. For more information see http://www.trynova.org/help-crime-victim/nacp/The registration includes; lunch each day, except Friday, and all instructional materials and supplies needed for the training .PARTIAL LIST OF 2026 BASIC ACADEMY TOPICSVictims' Rights, Restitution/Victim Compensation, Criminal Justice System, Vicarious Trauma, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence , Sexual Assault, Drunk Driving, Crisis Response, Elder Abuse, Ethics andCommunication Styles and many more.PAYING BY CHECKIf you need to pay by check, click on the "Order Now" button. Fill out the registration information and then when you get to "payment method", there will be a drop down box with payment options. There you can select "pay by check" This will allow you to register without paying at this time. However, payment must be received before July 18, 2026. No one will be allowed to attend the training without payment unless approved by the Project Director, Connie Chapman. You can contact Connie at 602-421-9354 or e-mail her at avaaacademy@gmail.com.Checks can be sent to:AVAAP.O. Box 25859Tempe, AZ 85285WHEN REGISTERINGPlease ensure that your current e-mail address, position title along with your name is included in the registration information. Many agencies have accounting personnel or supervisors who register for them so please ensure that they enter your name and e-mail address when registering. Attendees will be receiving the pre work along with important information for the Academy through e-mails so please ensure your updated e-mail is included with your registration.By registering you agree to complete the pre work and pretest BEFORE attending the training.HOTEL SCHOLARSHIPSDrury Inn - Location of the trainingThere will also be hotel scholarships available. Once you register, if you are interested in applying for the scholarship, send an email to Connie Chapman at avaaacademy@gmail.com before June 24,2026 to be eligibleOther Hotels Close to the training site:Embassy Suiteshttps://embassysuites3.hilton.com/en/hotels/arizona/embassy-suites-by-hilton-flagstaff-FLGESES/index.html?SEO_id=GMB-ES-FLGESESHighland Country Innhttp://www.highlandcountryinn.com/Please call early for best possible rates.REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONSIf any attendee is in need of a reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or has limited English proficiency (LEP), please contact Connie Chapman at avaaacademy@gmail.com by June 24, 2026FAQsIs my registration/ticket transferrable?You may transfer a registration from one person to another but you must contact Connie Chapman at avaaacademy@gmail.com with the new name by July 23,2026.What is the refund policy?A refund is available up to July 10, 2026 minus a $25 processing fee. After that date, no refunds will be available although you may replace the employee with another one by July 23, 2025 by contacting Connie Chapman at avaaacademy@gmail.com. Contact Connie for more information. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/6c5844c0-8298-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w909-h740-dc141214-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/flagstaff/2026-basic-victim-assistance-academy-flagstaff/100001981779089605 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: High Country Conference Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 125, max: 125, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Flagstaff - **state**: AZ - **country**: United States - **location**: High Country Conference Center - **lat**: 35.1942819 - **long**: -111.65374559999998 - **full address**: High Country Conference Center, 201 West Butler Avenue, Flagstaff, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 BASIC VICTIM ASSISTANCE ACADEMY - Flagstaff - - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/18896a1ec5b6c9e00b38cd8ffef7b2f88dc67f215b2df56ffddb5345b3d166e0-rimg-w1200-h675-dcedefec-gmir.jpg?v=1771955173 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 BASIC VICTIM ASSISTANCE ACADEMY - Flagstaff - being held? - **A:** 2026 BASIC VICTIM ASSISTANCE ACADEMY - Flagstaff - takes place on Mon, 27 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Fri, 31 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm at High Country Conference Center, 201 West Butler Avenue, Flagstaff, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 BASIC VICTIM ASSISTANCE ACADEMY - Flagstaff -? - **A:** 2026 BASIC VICTIM ASSISTANCE ACADEMY - Flagstaff - is organized by Arizona Coalition for Victim Services. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 BASIC VICTIM ASSISTANCE ACADEMY - Flagstaff - is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Flagstaff, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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