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FBI profiler, inspiration for Mind Hunter series, to speak at area conference

Victim Services of York Region is hosting a conference May 29 to 30 for National Victims and Survivors of Crime Week, which includes psychological first aid training in Newmarket
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Renowned FBI profiler John Douglas is the keynote speaker at the Victim Services conference May 29.

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VICTIM SERVICES OF YORK REGION
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Victim Services of York Region (VSY) is pleased to host a conference on May 29 to 30, 2019 for National Victims and Survivors of Crime Week.

The first day of the conference will be held at the Sheraton Parkway Hotel in Richmond Hill. This year’s keynote speaker is John Douglas, the legendary FBI profiler and inspiration for the Netflix series Mind Hunter. He will discuss tools for communities in the aftermath of mass violence.

Also presenting is Susheel Gupta, Director of Air India Victims’ Families Association. He has been actively involved in issues concerning national security, terrorism and aviation security and will discuss lessons learned.

The second day of the conference will take place at the Newmarket Community Centre, offering attendees the opportunity to earn a Psychological First Aid Certification.

Do not miss out on this amazing event! Register online now at www.yrp.ca/crimeweek.

Victim Services of York Region is a non-profit, community-based organization working in partnership with York Regional Police, Ontario Provincial Police and fire services in York Region to provide short-term emotional support and practical assistance to victims of crime and tragic circumstances.

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