Center for Violence Prevention and Self Defense Delivers Specialized Training to Washington DC Pretrial Services Agency Personnel
- william demuth
- Jul 12
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 26
Washington, DC — July 12, 2025 — The Center for Violence Prevention and Self Defense (CVPSD) has successfully delivered a comprehensive self-defense and violence prevention training program to the staff of the Washington DC Pretrial Services Agency (PSA), reinforcing the agency’s commitment to employee safety and professional development.
Empowering PSA Employees with Practical Safety Skills
The training, tailored specifically for PSA personnel, focused on equipping staff with essential self-defense techniques, situational awareness, and de-escalation strategies. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by PSA employees—who routinely interact with individuals under court supervision—the program emphasized non-lethal, legally compliant defensive tactics and personal safety protocols.
Key Components of the Self Defense Training
Situational Awareness: Techniques to identify and assess potential threats before escalation.
De-Escalation Strategies: Verbal and nonverbal communication skills to defuse conflicts and manage high-stress encounters.
Defensive Tactics: Practical, non-lethal self-defense skills appropriate for unarmed government personnel.
Scenario-Based Drills: Realistic exercises simulating workplace situations, including protocols for responding when law enforcement or security officers draw or discharge weapons.
Legal and Ethical Guidelines: Training on the appropriate use of force and the responsibilities of unarmed staff in high-risk situations.
Commitment to Safety and Professionalism
The PSA’s investment in this training reflects its ongoing dedication to fostering a safe and supportive work environment. By partnering with CVPSD, a recognized leader in violence prevention and self-defense education, the agency ensures its staff are prepared to respond confidently and appropriately in challenging situations, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and public service.
Online Violence Prevention and Self Defense Training Brought To You By Generous Supporters
The Center for Violence Prevention and Self-Defense (CVPSD) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing violence by educating at-risk individuals and communities.
Through a combination of online and in-person training, workshops, and seminars, CVPSD provides practical self-defense skills, violence prevention strategies, risk assessment tools, and guidance on setting personal and relationship boundaries.