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June 2023
SVAA Advanced Academy: Supporting the Rights of Victims with Disabilities in Criminal Cases
Conference
In-person
Regional Victim Assistance Training
NCVLI is excited to announce that registration is now open for the SVAA Advanced Academy, which will be offered as an in-person Pre-Conference Institute that will take place on June 5th, the day before NCVLI’s annual two-day Crime Victim Law Conference this coming June! Early bird pricing is available until May 5th, and more information about the Pre-Conference Institute, as well as the Conference itself is available on NCVLI’s website. There is also a direct link to the registration page.…
Serving and Supporting LGBTQ+ Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence
Webinar
We're excited to announce the second installment of our new FREE webinar series, NCVC Presents: Countdown to Boston. We'll welcome the National LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence at 2 p.m. EST Wednesday, June 21, for "Serving and Supporting LGBTQ+ Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence." During this 1 1/2-hour virtual workshop, you'll learn about the unique and specific needs of LGBTQ survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) and best practices for providing interventions, support, and healing. IPV is one of…
August 2023
Recruiting, Hiring, and Retaining Diverse Staff
In-person
Regional Victim Assistance Training
We all want to do good work. We all want to serve. And what if what we are doing is causing harm? Collectively, we'll talk about what's working (and where the opportunities are) to explore what's holding people back from engaging with our organizations, and how we can attract people to come and stay. Together, we will share our experiences and shift our thinking in recruiting, hiring and retaining staff. CVSSD grantees are invited to attend this free event and…
September 2023
CVC Question & Answer Session
Multi-sesson Online
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
Oregon Crime Victims' Compensation has some exciting changes! Join us for a question-and-answer time and learn more. This year, Oregon legislature approved changes to the Crime Victims' Compensation (CVC) program. CVC has more benefits and fewer restrictions than ever before. This training is recommended for any service provider who helps people apply for CVC. It is being offered in the morning and the afternoon, with content being the same for both sessions. Thursday, September 28th, at 9:00 am and again…
October 2023
Serving Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Stalking
Conference
In-person
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Greetings Oregon Advocates! There is an upcoming training opportunity taking place in October for Officers and Advocates. Listed below is the class information, along with a link to click to register if you are interested in attending. Please note that seating is limited. If you have any questions about this training, please feel free to contact Ofc. Natasha.Haunsperger@police.portlandoregon.gov. Class: Serving Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Stalking Date: October 4 2023 for Judges, Police and Prosecutors and system-based…
Crime Victims’ Compensation for Child Advocacy Centers
Please join us on November 1st to hear about Crime Victims’ Compensation (CVC) updates. We encourage anyone from a Child Advocacy Center to attend. Please submit any questions you would like answered when you register.
SAVE THE DATE – OCADSV Annual Conference
Conference
In-person
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Oregon Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence In person at the Sunriver Resort, October 30-November 1st Theme: Inspiring Creative Exploration Sunriver Lodge, Sunriver, Oregon To learn more about Sunriver, visit their website. Per diem rates per night: $120 plus 9.5% lodging tax For lodging reservations, call: 855-420-8206 Registration and more information coming soon to the OCADSV website. No virtual option is currently planned due to staffing capacity.
November 2023
Confidential DVSA Advocacy + Child Abuse Intervention in Partnership
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
Part One of a two part series The systems and structures in place to support kids and youth after they experience violence or abuse can feel complicated and complex. This is especially true when trying to manage varying confidentiality and reporting requirements. To help support better wrap-around services for young people, the Oregon Attorney General’s Sexual Assault Task Force (SATF), in partnership with experts across Oregon, is hosting two webinars this fall to coincide with the release of new resources…
Mandatory Reporting + Confidential Advocacy in Youth Serving Settings
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
Part Two of a two part series The systems and structures in place to support kids and youth after they experience violence or abuse can feel complicated and complex. This is especially true when trying to manage varying confidentiality and reporting requirements. To help support better wrap-around services for young people, the Oregon Attorney General’s Sexual Assault Task Force (SATF), in partnership with experts across Oregon, is hosting two webinars this fall to coincide with the release of new resources…
December 2023
Expert Q&A – Providing Services to Victims of Impaired Driving and DUI Crashes
Regional Victim Assistance Training
Webinar
On December 20 at 2:00 p.m. ET, the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Heather Ayala on "Providing Services to Victims of Impaired Driving and DUI Crashes.” Drunk, drugged, or distracted drivers are more likely to cause traffic crashes and cause harm or death. Drugged driving is increasing due to the opioid crisis, the prevalence of prescription drugs, and the laws legalizing recreational marijuana use. Distracted driving—engaging in…