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  • ODVN – Beyond Shelter: Advancing Housing Advocacy for Survivors

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Participants and presenters will explore the national affordable housing crisis and its specific impact on Ohio, highlighting how domestic violence programs can respond through survivor-centered housing strategies. This virtual training covers innovative approaches such as DV Housing First, rapid rehousing (RRH), flexible funding, direct cash assistance, affordable housing development, […]

  • ODVN – Building Inclusive Programs for Male Survivors of Violence

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: A national survey from the Bureau of Justice Statistics reports that nearly a quarter (24 percent) of domestic violence survivors are male (National Crime Victimization Survey, 2014). However, the image of a domestic violence survivor is typically that of a girl or woman. Stereotyped depictions and language about domestic violence […]

  • ODVN – Intersection of Child Support Services and Domestic Violence Advocacy

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: One of the primary reasons that survivors of domestic violence stay with their abuser, or return after leaving, is the lack of financial resources to live independently. The core purpose of the child-support program, to ensure that families receive reliably consistent support, is ideally aligned to promote survivors’ ability […]

  • ODVN – Confidentiality and Best Practices in Documenting Client Records

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Proper documentation is essential when working with survivors of domestic violence. This one and one-half day training assists advocates by providing a greater understanding of using trauma-informed principles in documentation. You will learn where, why, and when to document and identify the risks of documenting too little or too […]

  • ODVN – Advocacy Skills Interactive Workshop: Understanding Trauma and Trauma Responses

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This foundational workshop equips domestic violence advocates with the knowledge and tools to recognize and respond to trauma in individuals who have experienced abuse. Advocates will gain an understanding of how trauma affects the brain, body, and nervous system and how these impacts influence a survivor’s behavior, emotions, and […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals (DVAF) for Seasoned Advocates

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Experienced and seasoned advocates are invited to join ODVN for a unique training opportunity to advance your advocacy skills. This training is designed specifically for advocates with at least three years of experience in the domestic violence field, or 1 year of experience and full completion of the Domestic Violence […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of three full days of live training and 10 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. This updated DVAF training includes exciting new videos and participant engagement through scenarios, break-out sessions and panel discussion. The training is a pre-approved program through the Ohio Advocate Network (OAN) credentialing board […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of three full days of live training and 10 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. This updated DVAF training includes exciting new videos and participant engagement through scenarios, break-out sessions and panel discussion. The training is a pre-approved program through the Ohio Advocate Network (OAN) credentialing board […]

  • ODVN – Exploring Restorative Justice for Survivors of Sexual Harm, Intimate Partner Violence, and Domestic Violence

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: In this training, participants will learn the difference between the criminal legal system and restorative justice, reflect on their current understanding of restorative justice, and unpack the myths they hold about restorative justice. They will get a better understanding of why survivors of domestic violence might seek justice outside […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of three full days of live training and 10 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. This updated DVAF training includes exciting new videos and participant engagement through scenarios, break-out sessions and panel discussion. The training is a pre-approved program through the Ohio Advocate Network (OAN) credentialing board […]

  • ODVN – Hope & Healing from Within: Reducing the Toll of Vicarious Trauma through Somatic Techniques

    Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Step away from your daily responsibilities in offices, courts, and shelters to spend a restorative day immersed in nature at Highbanks Metro Park. This year’s event is designed as a healing space to reconnect, reflect, and renew through laughter, movement, conversation, and hope. Together, we’ll explore the profound effects […]