ODVN Events

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Advocacy Skills Interactive Workshop: Beginning & Ending with Empathy During this workshop, advocates will delve into the importance of empathy when supporting both youth and adult survivors of domestic violence. Through examples and interactive scenarios, participants will enhance their ability to respond effectively in these situations. Key concepts from […]

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Trauma-Informed Programming: A Low-Barrier Model to Shelter Rules & Guidelines In this training designed for residential and shelter programs serving domestic violence survivors, participants will explore the use of the Trauma-Informed Care framework to reduce barriers for survivors in their programs. Participants will identify strategies for implementing voluntary service […]

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Confidentiality and Best Practices in Documenting Client Records 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 […]

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Youth Advocacy Caucus: Navigating Mandated Visitations with Youth Survivors When a Survivor as a parent leaves a violent relationship, the family often must navigate […]

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Join ODVN and the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence for this important training session, free and open to anyone! Under the large spectrum of power […]

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This training will discuss aspects of LGBTQIA+ centered survivor advocacy, with special considerations for supporting trans survivors. Participants will understand how to address specific […]

Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This advocacy skills workshop highlights active listening. Active listening is a foundational skill in advocacy when working with survivors of domestic violence. It requires attention, empathy, and a nonjudgmental presence. Advocates must create a safe, supportive environment where survivors feel heard and validated. This involves not only listening to […]

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, […]

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 […]