August is National Wellness Month, a time to reflect on how we care for ourselves and those around us. For prosecutors and justice system professionals, wellness is more than a personal priority—it’s a professional necessity. That’s why the Association of Prosecuting Attorneys (APA) is proud to introduce the Prosecutorial Wellness Toolkit, a dynamic and expanding resource designed to support the well-being of those who serve justice.

Why Prosecutorial Wellness Matters

Prosecutors face unique challenges: emotionally intense caseloads, high-stakes decision-making, and the pressure of public accountability. These stressors can lead to burnout, secondary trauma, and long-term health impacts. APA recognizes that supporting prosecutors’ wellness is essential to maintaining ethical standards, improving case outcomes, and fostering a sustainable justice system.

What’s Inside the Toolkit?

The Prosecutorial Wellness Toolkit offers practical strategies and resources tailored to the realities of prosecutorial work. It includes:

• Stress management techniques  
• Peer support and mentorship models  
• Guidance for implementing office-wide wellness policies  
• Tips for recognizing burnout and trauma exposure

Whether you're a line prosecutor, supervisor, or part of a multidisciplinary team, this toolkit provides actionable insights to help you build resilience and foster a healthier work culture.

🌟 Featured Resource: Practical Wellness Tools for Prosecutors and Advocates

The first highlighted resource in the toolkit is the newly released visual guide, Supporting Prosecutors and Advocates: Practical Wellness Tools. This resource offers concrete, easy-to-implement wellness practices for justice professionals, including:

• Examples of restorative activities for individuals and teams  
• Suggestions for leadership-driven wellness initiatives  
• Strategies to reduce stress and improve morale

It’s designed to be flexible and adaptable to different office cultures and needs.

📄 Access the full visual guide: https://www.apainc.org/2025/08/13/supporting-prosecutors-and-advocates-practical-wellness-tools/

A Living Resource: What’s Coming Next

This toolkit is just the beginning. APA is committed to making prosecutorial wellness a sustained priority, and the toolkit will continue to grow. Future additions may include:

• Interactive training modules  
• Sample wellness policies  
• Office case studies and success stories  
• Resources for leadership and team-building

We invite you to check back regularly as new materials are added and the toolkit evolves to meet the changing needs of the field.

Explore the Toolkit

Ready to take the next step in supporting your team’s wellness?
👉 Visit the Prosecutorial Wellness Toolkit: https://www.apainc.org/prosecutorial-wellness/