VAWnet Event Calendar

As the push to normal continues, organizations have fallen behind on what they need to know about COVID. Information on websites can be out of date, and not factor in best practice professionals about how COVID still can impact the body, brain, mental health, and interpersonal relationships. Despite societal changes, COVID-related issues might show up in your work, even if you are not aware of them. The affect that COVID has on our communities is increasing in multiple spheres.

Join us for a 2-hour workshop that explores the unexpected twists and turns of grief, love, and liberation. We’ll visit the traditional landscape of losses, both known and unknown, then move beyond to uncover how grief weaves through our lives – from the anticipation of coming out to the bittersweet feeling of moving to a new home.

The holiday season, while often filled with joy and celebration, can also be a challenging time for survivors and service providers alike. This skills-based webinar will delve into practical tools and techniques to enhance your wellness practices during this period. Participants will learn strategies to manage holiday stress, foster self-care, and support survivors more effectively. Join us to explore adaptive approaches that you can integrate into both your personal wellness routines and professional work with survivors, ensuring a healthier and more balanced holiday season for all.

Join us for the first webinar in the Tribal Elder Justice three-part series, where we will explore culturally effective methods for recognizing and responding to elder abuse within Tribal communities. This webinar will share examples of unique prevention strategies, interventions, and implications of elder abuse specific to Tribal communities. From Tribal Elder Protection Teams to community-driven responses and prosecution, we will examine ways to address elder abuse effectively in Native communities.

The Partnership will hold a one-day Symposium designed for the sustainability of Domestic Violence programs and service providers across the State. This event will bring together leaders, advocates, funders, foundations, and other Grantmakers to explore and workshop key strategies to diversify funding for critical programs and services. Participants will gain essential tools for crafting strategic development plans, explore current and emerging initiatives; such as Cal-AIM, and workshop innovative approaches to ensure long-term sustainability and impact. 

The Deaf community experiences domestic and sexual violence at significantly higher rates and survivors often face numerous barriers that hinder their ability to seek help. Many service providers lack the necessary training to effectively respond to and support the unique needs of this community.