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  • ODVN – Beyond the Lease: Strengthening Housing Advocacy Through Holistic Community Collaboration

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This training invites participants to explore the foundational principles of holistic community collaboration and why this approach is key to long-term survivor advocacy and housing stability. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of how to identify and engage a wide range of community partners—both traditional and non-traditional—to strengthen support beyond […]

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

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Experienced and seasoned advocates are invited to join ODVN for a unique training opportunity to advance their 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 […]

  • ODVN – “Connected in Care” Advocate’s Quarterly Peer Support: A Conversation about Storyholding vs. Storycarrying

    Virtual

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This quarterly peer support session invites advocates into a reflective and restorative conversation about the difference between storyholding and storycarrying in our work with survivors. Together, we will explore how to compassionately witness and honor survivor experiences without internalizing or carrying the emotional weight in ways that contribute […]

  • ODVN – Confidentiality and Best Practices in Documenting Client Records

    Virtual

    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 – Tuesdays@2 Highlighting Best Practices for Violence Education and Prevention Programming

    Zoom

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This training will bring participants together to explore best practices in violence education and prevention programming across Ohio. Participants will gain insight into effective strategies for engaging communities and promoting prevention-focused approaches by hearing from seasoned preventionists. The session will feature a panel of prevention and education staff from Ohio’s […]

  • ODVN – Youth Advocacy Caucus: Strengthening Support for Parents and Children: Key Considerations in Post-Separation Parenting and Visitation

    Zoom

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network The May Youth Advocacy Caucus brings together two ODVN programs—the Legal Assistance Program and Youth Advocacy Initiatives—to emphasize the importance of family-centered awareness and services within domestic violence (DV) programs. Too often, DV programs focus primarily on adult survivors during court proceedings and safety planning, while children and […]

  • ODVN – Advocacy Skills Interactive Workshop: Enhancing Skills in Active Listening Techniques

    Zoom

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This interactive workshop strengthens an advocate’s ability to use active listening to honor and respond to a survivor’s lived experiences. Advocates will engage in hands-on activities and guided practice, including breakout groups to practice skills and share insights. Through scenarios and skill-building exercises, advocates will deepen their capacity to […]

  • ODVN – Breaking Down Barriers: Screening and Assessment to Identify Human Trafficking

    Zoom

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network This presentation will provide an in-depth overview of evidence-informed screening and assessment practices used to identify potential victims of human trafficking in shelter settings and crisis hotline interactions. Participants will learn how to recognize red flags, apply trauma-informed communication strategies, and use structured screening tools designed for both labor and […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Join ODVN for this comprehensive, foundational training series to develop core skills and enhance current knowledge of advocacy for domestic violence survivors. This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of four full days (20 hours) of live training and 20 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Join ODVN for this comprehensive, foundational training series to develop core skills and enhance current knowledge of advocacy for domestic violence survivors. This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of four full days (20 hours) of live training and 20 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Join ODVN for this comprehensive, foundational training series to develop core skills and enhance current knowledge of advocacy for domestic violence survivors. This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of four full days (20 hours) of live training and 20 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. […]

  • ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    ODVN – Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals

    Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network Join ODVN for this comprehensive, foundational training series to develop core skills and enhance current knowledge of advocacy for domestic violence survivors. This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of four full days (20 hours) of live training and 20 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. […]