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October 2021
Emerging Issues for Domestic Violence Survivors with Disabilities and Deaf Survivors: 2021 and Beyond
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
Are you grappling with how to best serve survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors during what feels like a constant transition period? Are you trying to have critical conversations within your agency about the challenges you are facing? Have you discovered strategies or best practices for meeting the needs of survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors? Join us during Domestic Violence Awareness Month with the theme of No Survivor Justice Without Racial Justice as we recognize the ever-changing landscape for…
Understanding the Effects of the Pandemic for Domestic Violence Victims
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the domestic violence crisis by further isolating many people from family, friends, and support systems; and creating even deeper economic and emotional hardships. Federal Government representatives, researchers, and service providers will discuss how COVID-19 has impacted the occurrence of domestic violence across the country. Topics covered will range from analysis of domestic violence calls to inequities experienced by underserved populations and service provider challenges.
November 2021
American Indian Justice Conference
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
Join us in November to discuss strategies that enhance tribal justice systems including essential information on court development, alcohol and substance abuse, probation and reentry, and addressing violent crime. We will explore promising practices in multidisciplinary, multijurisdictional, and trauma informed approaches to the development and implementation of justice programs.
The Last Warning Shot: A Training on Non-Fatal Strangulation
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
In collaboration with the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape and the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence, the Pennsylvania Chapter of the International Association of Forensic Nurses is hosting a 6.5 hour virtual training on November 4, 2021. The Institute on Strangulation Prevention will be presenting a program titled, The Last Warning Shot. Participants may include: forensic nurses, emergency medical and nursing personnel, law enforcement, prosecutors, victim advocates, therapists, judges, probation and parole officers, EMS personnel and dispatchers.
2021 Tribal Nations Summit
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
White House Announces 2021 Tribal Nations Summit On September 21, 2021, The White House announced that the 2021 White House Tribal Nations Summit will occur the week of November 8, 2021. Specific dates and times will be shared in a follow-up announcement. This year the Summit will take place virtually. The Summit allows Tribal leaders and officials from the highest levels of the Administration to engage in robust and meaningful dialogue on key issues, policy initiatives, and goals for Indian…
Serving Crime Victims in Post-Conviction Exonerations
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
Over the past two decades, there has been a rapidly increasing number of convictions overturned on the grounds of factual innocence. Many of these post-conviction exonerations have been led by police and prosecutors, yet little attention has been paid to the impact on the victims and survivors of the original crime. Addressing and meeting their needs is critical to promoting trust and fairness in our criminal justice system. This presentation will present actual experiences of victims and survivors and provide…
“She’s Too Strong:” Understanding the Intersections of Misogynoir, Domestic Violence, and Victimization
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
The Confidential Advocacy Program at OHSU hosts a two-part series, presented by Ujima Community. This free webinar is intended for medical providers, medical students, supervisors, managers, human resources, advocates, and others who may interact with survivors of violence. Free continuing education credits will be provided to participants. Part one will take place November 16th, followed by part two on November 18th, both from 10am-12pm. “This workshop will underscore the ways in which historical trauma and institutionalized/systemic racism have impacted Black women and girls.…
Connecting with Community to Prevent Sexual & Intimate Partner Violence During Crisis: Lessons Learned from Minnesota
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
During the prolonged COVID-19 crisis, sexual and intimate partner violence prevention practitioners have come to appreciate community connectedness as a protective factor against multiple forms of violence, including sexual and intimate partner violence. Making the connections between sexual and intimate partner violence prevention and community connectedness can be difficult, as there aren’t as many resources in this area of prevention as there are for others. Join PreventConnect and preventionists from Minnesota to discuss how they envision community connectedness as a…
December 2021
Strategies for Funding and Sustaining Your Anti-Trafficking Work
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
Securing funding for anti-trafficking work while maintaining daily operations can be a challenge. Victims of human trafficking require trauma-informed, holistic services. Join three experts as they share their experience and answer participant questions about developing strategic and sustainable approaches to fund anti-trafficking work, finding and assessing funding opportunities, and writing competitive grant applications. Moderated by Susan Williams, Human Trafficking Capacity Building Center (contractor), the session will feature insight from— • Sarah Ohlsen, National Center for Victims of Crime • Lena…
Working with LGBTQ+ Survivors of Sexual Violence – Part 2
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
This training is part two of the Working with LGBTQ+ Survivors of Sexual Violence webinar series. This training provides current best practices for serving LGBTQ+ survivors of sexual violence. It will explore institutional barriers that prevent LGBTQ+ survivors from reporting and seeking services, and how to develop culturally responsive, affirming services within your organizations. Attendees will learn how to better serve survivors in this community in order to increase safety and improve survivors’ experience working with responders.