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Join us for the Unmasking Sexual Abuse Forum 2025—a powerful day of dialogue, expert insight, and collective action for survivors, professionals, and community leaders. This high-impact forum will address the realities of sexual abuse, explore trauma healing and justice, and foster collaboration to build safer communities.

💬 What past attendees said about the forum:

“Excellent and much-needed forum to discuss a difficult topic our communities tend to avoid.”
— Mark D’Annoy, LPC

“All the valuable information given.”
— 2024 Attendee Evaluation

✅ Continuing Education Credits

This workshop has been approved for the following CEUs:

Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs): 6.0 CEUs (2.0 Ethics, 4.0 General)
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs): 5.0 CEUs (1.0 Ethics, 4.0 General)
Nurses: CE hours pending approval

🔍 In-Depth Panel Discussions

Panel 1: The Science of Trauma and Healing

Explore the neurological and psychological impacts of trauma with:

Dr. Elliott Beaton – Associate Professor, University of New Orleans; Director, SCAN Lab
Melanie Foreman, MS, LPC, MBA – Trauma specialist, Hearts of Hope
Moderator: Tatiana Begault, MSW, MBA – Neuroscientist and researcher

Panel 2: Prosecuting Sexual Crimes

Gain critical insight into the legal system and how survivors are supported through prosecution.

Kristi Schubert – Award-winning trial attorney and trauma-informed legal strategist
Special Agent Gene Guidry – Investigator, Louisiana Attorney General’s Office
AAG Erica McLellan Moore – Section Chief, Sexual Predator Apprehension Team
Moderator: Alex Peyton – Senior Advisor, Actus Wealth Strategies; Podcast Co-Host

Panel 3: Tools for Empowerment and Survivor Support

A survivor-centered panel focused on healing, empowerment, and community support.

Lacey Pitre – Forensic Program Manager, Hearts of Hope
Kristen Martin – Victim Witness Coordinator, Louisiana DOJ
Tim Burns – Survivor advocate, speaker, and musician
Moderator: Letitia Peyton – Executive Director, TentMakers of Louisiana

🛠️ Focused Breakout Sessions

Choose from small group sessions offering practical tools and insights:

Navigating the Legal System – With Johnny Denenea, personal injury attorney
Supporting Families & Educators: Resources for Child Abuse Prevention – With Heather Denenea, CAC Hope House
Grooming Prevention – With Kristi Schubert
Tools for Trauma Recovery – With Melanie Foreman

🤝 Networking, Exhibitors & Sponsorship Opportunities

Attendees will benefit from:

Resource and exhibitor tables
Interactive Q&A segments
Meaningful networking with professionals, advocates, and survivors

💡 Sponsor an exhibitor table or help fund the forum (or lunch!) to support broader access to these crucial conversations.

For exhibitor or sponsorship inquiries, please contact:
📞 Letitia Peyton at (337) 308-9120
📧 info@tentmakers.la

💬 Why Attend?

Whether you're a parent, counselor, nurse, educator, law enforcement officer, or survivor, this forum will leave you better informed, connected, and equipped to prevent abuse and support healing.

🎟️ Register or donate today

Together, we can unmask the truth, break the silence, and empower survivors with hope, healing, and justice.

UNMASKING SEXUAL ABUSE FORUM

Understanding, Healing, and Empowering Through Justice and Resources