The New York State Police will host the annual "Crimes Against Children Seminar" during the week of April 13 – April 17, 2026 in Albany, NY. This seminar is designed to assist field level personnel in the successful investigation of offenses committed against children. Field personnel who would benefit from this training include law enforcement, social service agencies, prosecutors, medical professionals, school personnel, and victim advocates who work in New York State. This extensive training is provided free of cost to attendees. Meals and lodging are not included. Topics to be presented include a survivor’s presentation and a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) review, providing critical insight into victim-centered response and care. The ten essential steps in a sexual assault investigation, along with trauma-informed communication practices to support effective and compassionate interactions with victims. Additional sessions will focus on an overview of the ICAC Task Force and real-world investigative experiences from the field. Participants will receive an in-depth examination of sextortion, featuring investigative considerations and a detailed case study. The program will also address child abduction investigations, as well as resources and strategies from NCMEC, as well as supercharging your investigations by understanding Modern Open Source Intelligence strategies, all while building safer online communities. To Request Registration https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/CXPSnUtZch (NYSP Members must register through channels) or use the following QR Code: 
Each attendee must be registered individually and is expected to attend the entire seminar. Seating is limited and registrations will be processed in order that they are received. Once you request registration you will either receive a confirmation email with specific location and time of the seminar, OR notification that you are being placed on the waitlist. Failure to attend after registration without notice may jeopardize your admittance to future NYSP training events and schools. The registration deadline is Friday, April 3, 2026. Questions may be directed by e-mail to the New York State Police BCI Training Unit at [email protected]. | 
