Community Justice Worker DVPO Training for Domestic Violence Shelter Advocates
Alaska Legal Services Corporation offers a Community Justice Worker (CJW) Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) training for individuals who work or volunteer at domestic violence or sexual assault (DV/SA) agencies in Alaska. This program helps DV/SA agencies strengthen staff capacity to provide trauma-informed, limited-scope legal assistance to survivors.
Training Overview
This 10-week training combines weekly live instruction with practical application. Participants attend one-hour Zoom sessions each week and complete readings and self-paced videos throughout the course. The program concludes with a mock trial, giving participants hands-on experience in a supportive setting.
2026 Training Schedule
Training begins July 8, 2026, with sessions held on Wednesdays from 12 to 1 p.m. through September 9. Participants will also attend an in-person mock trial in Anchorage on Sept. 11 and 12. The schedule may shift slightly based on cohort progress.
Information Sessions
Learn more about the training, expectations, and how to participate. Register for a Zoom information session:
How to Apply
To participate in this training, applicants:
- Must be referred by an Alaska-based domestic violence or sexual assault agency or Tribal organization
- Must commit to completing the 10-week course of study through Alaska Legal Services Corporation
Referring organizations email cjwrc@alsc-law.org by May 27, 2026, to secure a spot for the advocate. Include advocate’s name, contact information, referring organization, position, and length of service.
After Training
After completing the training, ALSC helps participants apply for a waiver under Alaska Bar Rule 43.5. If approved, participants may provide limited-scope representation to eligible clients through ALSC’s pro bono program. This may include:
- Providing legal advice to individuals seeking protective orders
- Assisting with completing legal forms
- Preparing clients for mediation or protective order hearings
- Representing survivors in protective order hearings
This program is supported by a Legal Services Corporation Pro Bono Innovation Fund grant and expands access to legal support for survivors across Alaska.
