VAWnet Event Calendar

We recognize that working in this field can feel like we’re on the never-ending path to create change that we’ll never see. It’s work that can consist of equal parts hope, optimism, frustration, and exhaustion. Through this year’s theme “Forging Ahead: Our Map to a World Without Violence,” we hope to bring opportunities for the advocacy community to connect, share information, and engage in efforts needed to address and prevent intimate partner violence, family violence, sexual violence, dating violence, and/or stalking.

Virtual Training of Trainers for Peaceful Futures, which is the 8-session curriculum for youth (with modules for Middle School, High School & University aged Muslims). The Training of Trainers Program will run from May 7- June 4 on five consecutive Wednesday evenings from 8- 9:30 PM EST.

Gain the knowledge and skills to create and facilitate effective, emotionally intelligent meetings. Learn how to design agendas and activities that foster productive collaboration, while also responding to group dynamics and strong emotions that often arise during discussions on equity. Through practical strategies and frameworks, you'll gain the tools to guide teams toward deeper engagement, stronger connections, and more effective decision-making. Perfect for leaders and facilitators seeking to create spaces where all voices are heard and equity-driven work can thrive.

If connection is the antidote to violence, our strength lies in making those connections bigger and bolder. Like the mycelium networks beneath the forest floor—nourishing and sustaining life—our community is rooted in cultivating ecosystems where every person can thrive. Join us as we explore what it means to grow our movement—in people and in perspective—and work together to build the bigger we. During the conference we’ll explore questions like:

The National Training Institute (NTI) emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to sharing promising practices, current research, and effective programs and policies that are victim-centered, practice-based, and research-informed. Our National Training Institute is a forum for law enforcement, victim service professionals, allied practitioners, policymakers, and researchers to share current developments and build new collaborations.

Hosted at the beautiful Kansas City Marriott Downtown, this year’s National Conference on Domestic Violence will bring together 800+ individuals from across the world for three days of discussion, presentations, learning, community, and fun. This conference is designed for: