Abusive Head Trauma 101: Foundational Context for Medical, Investigative, and Legal Practice
This is part of the Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) Series
Join Us Virtually
* Registration open until 5/5/26 at 12:00 AM (EDT)
Join us on May 5, 2026, for the first session in a collaborative webinar series between the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA) and the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome (NCSBS).
This session is designed to establish a common foundational framework for understanding abusive head trauma before engaging in case law–specific analysis. Presenters will walk through the core concepts and terminology associated with AHT, offering high-level insight into the medical and forensic issues most commonly encountered in these cases. The discussion would place medical findings within the broader investigative and prosecutorial context, focusing on how such findings are identified, assessed, communicated, and—critically—challenged in legal proceedings.
By grounding participants in how AHT cases are developed across disciplines, this session aims to reduce the risk of misinterpretation or overstatement when medical evidence is later evaluated for admissibility, reliability, or courtroom presentation. The intended outcome is that participants leave with a clear, shared understanding of how AHT is identified and addressed in professional practice, creating a solid foundation for the more nuanced legal analysis to follow in Part Two.
Eligibility
NDAA’s mission to serve and support prosecutors and their staff. In consideration of this commitment, NDAA requires that all those in attendance of our programs currently work in or work closely with prosecution: NDAA invites prosecutors, investigators, victim advocates, witness coordinators and paralegals in local, state, tribal, federal and military government attorneys’ offices, as well as law enforcement and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
If you are not sure about your eligibility, please contact training@ndaajustice.org
Questions?
Please contact training@ndaajustice.org.
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Member Ticket
Registration Ends 5/5/26 at 1:00 PM EDT
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Non-Member Ticket
Registration Ends 5/5/26 at 1:00 PM EDT
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At NDAA, we want every participant to be able to fully engage in our training programs. If you need an accommodation, please contact us at training@ndaajustice.org. We are committed to working with you to create an accessible and inclusive learning environment.
To help us make appropriate arrangements, we ask that requests be submitted at least three (3) business days in advance of virtual programming and two (2) weeks in advance of in-person programming whenever possible. While we will make every reasonable effort to honor all requests, advance notice allows us the best opportunity to ensure the necessary supports and services are in place.