Professionals working with victims of crime may find the
following training-related links of interest:
AARDVARC
AARDVARC is an Abuse, Rape & Domestic Violence Aid & Resource
Collection Web site, which provides links to the stalking laws in all
50 states and other information about stalking.
Cyberangels
This large safety Internet organization offers educational programs
and support groups for victims of stalking and harassment over the Internet
(cyberstalking). Cyberangels, a program of guardian angels, also presents
tips on documenting and reporting cyberstalking.
Stalking, National Victim
Assistance Academy 2002
The NVAA text emphasizes foundations in victimology and victims' rights
and services, as well as new developments in the field of victim assistance,
and contains a section on stalking.
Stalking Resource Center
This site provides victims and practitioners with information, resources,
training and technical assistance services concerning victims of stalking,
including victims of cyberstalking. The National Center for Victims
of Crime founded the site with funding from the Violence Against Women
Office to raise national awareness of stalking and to encourage the
development and implementation of multidisciplinary responses to stalking
in local communities across the country.
WiredPatrol
This online help organization is run by trained law enforcement officers
and civilian volunteers. The Web site features information on cybercrime,
safety, security, discussion forums, and content customized for kids
and teens. Wired Patrol is part of WiredSafety, which offers Internet
safety and training classes to parents, teens, and law enforcement.
Working
to Halt Online Abuse (WHOA)
WHOA, a volunteer organization, fights online harassment by educating
the public and law enforcement and empowering victims.
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