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PROTECTING
THOSE WHO SERVE
Public Defense
Practical, Science-Based Training for Public Defenders: Reduce Burnout. Navigate Substance Use Cases. Improve Outcomes. Protect Justice.
Public defenders face overwhelming caseloads, limited resources, and some of the most complex cases in the system. SHIELD provides evidence-based solutions to support your well-being and help you achieve the best possible outcomes for your clients in substance-related cases.
Training Outcomes
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Participants who engaged in the SHIELD training significantly improved subject matter knowledge that can help in handling substance use-related cases.
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The SHIELD training also significantly improved understanding of–and access to–key resources for successfully managing SU-related cases.
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90% of public defenders report feeling more equipped to handle SU-related cases after SHIELD training.
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Over time, repeatedly handling cases involving people in active addiction takes a toll. This repeated exposure also skews perceptions and can engender bias. Our curriculum uses empirical data and real-world examples to effectively tackle stigma.