WI DOJ Wednesday Webinar Series

It is hard to believe this will be the 6th year of this webinar series. It's been a pleasure to organize these webinars and host them in ACADIS for future viewing for you. Another year of excellent presenters and topics for you by the WI Department of Justice, Division of Law Enforcement services...check them out below!

Featuring sessions on...

AI and Law Enforcement

February 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM

 In this workshop, you’ll learn how modern AI and tools like ChatGPT and Code Four work, where they can go wrong (hallucinations, bias), and how they can streamline real police tasks (narratives, warrants, audits, and redactions) using practical prompting techniques so you can save time while staying accurate and accountable.  
 

Beyond the Rainbow Sticker: Fostering LGBTQ+ Inclusive Policing

February 11, 2026 at 10:0 AM

 This training explores practical strategies for creating a truly inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ individuals in policing. Participants will learn about the history of LGBTQ+ and law enforcement relations, understand key terminology, and examine common challenges such as identity documentation, arrest procedures, and workplace inclusivity. Through interactive polls, scenarios, and real-life experiences, the session addresses bias, respectful communication, and community engagement. Attendees will leave with actionable steps to build trust, reduce harm, and foster meaningful connections with LGBTQ+ communities.
 

Emerging Online Threats to Student Safety: Understanding Nihilistic Violent Extremism

February 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Hosted by Office of School Safety Executive Director Trish Kilpin, with presenters from FBI Milwaukee and the Wisconsin Statewide Intelligence Center.

The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) investigates domestic terrorism cases which include the rapidly emerging threat posed by Nihilistic Violent Extremists (NVE). Driven by a hatred of society at large, NVEs use or threaten force or violence, in violation of federal law, to further their desire to bring about society's collapse by sowing indiscriminate chaos, destruction, and social instability. Some NVE crimes including targeting vulnerable, underage populations across the United States and the globe, and using online social media communication platforms to groom or coerce victims into producing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) or self-mutilation content. In addition, they can utilize swatting/hoax threats, doxing, and extortion. NVEs can also encourage mass attacks such as school shootings. This training will provide an overview of the NVE threat as well as key indicators that can be used for identifying potential NVE victims and offenders.

 There are key considerations when focusing on the well-being of yourself and your colleagues. Ted will explore both a wellness concept and process using five steps to help you understand what people need in order to feel safe, authentic, and work in a predictable environment. Ted will also share a tool that will allow you to avoid conflict and support the success of both individuals and systems.
 

Developing Standardized Training for Alcohol Age
Compliance Check

March 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Join us on March 18^th 10am-12 Noon for an engaging webinar bringing together leading experts and community partners to strengthen alcohol age compliance efforts across Wisconsin.  

Presenters include Maureen Busalacchi, Director, WI Alcohol Policy Project, Medical College of WI, Felice Borisy-Rudin, JD, PhD, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Medical College of WI, Alexis Speth, Director, Better Brodhead Community Coalition, Kathleen Comeau, Director o Grants and Finance, Better Brodhead and Corporal Tylor Hoard, Brodhead Police Department.

Together, they will introduce the WI Alcohol Age Compliance Checks Manual, highlight the innovative WI Alcohol Inspector tool, share results from the 2024 Alcohol Compliance Check Survey, and discuss the AHW project to develop standardized statewide training - including buyer training and law enforcement trainer manuals.  The session will also spotlight coalition partnerships as vital resources for compliance checks.  

Don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and advance community safety initiatives.

Legal Update for Law Enforcement

March 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM