Stalking is a prevalent, dangerous, and often misunderstood crime. This session explores the dynamics of stalking, focusing on the highly contextual nature of the crime by discussing common tactics used by perpetrators and the co-occurrence of stalking with domestic and sexual violence, as well as tools to plan for victim safety and hold offenders accountable.

Objective

By the end of this presentation, participants will be better able to:

• Identify stalking behaviors and dynamics
• Recognize the intersection of stalking with other crimes
• Apply strategies for working with victims of stalking