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  • 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 […]

  • OVWA Quarterly Member Training: Behind the Case: A Multidisciplinary Walkthrough of a Sexual Assault Case

    Featured

    This training provides a multidisciplinary walkthrough of a sexual assault case, following the survivor’s experience through medical forensic care, advocacy, law enforcement investigation, and civil legal remedies. Using a real case example, presenters will examine how each system functions independently while intersecting with others, common barriers survivors face, and opportunities for improved collaboration. The session […]

  • 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 […]

  • OAESV – Ready Set Go! Foundations for Prevention

    Hosted by Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence: Ready Set Go! will introduce new prevention professionals to violence prevention foundations, including anti-oppression, public health, and best practices. While focused on introductory information, this training is beneficial for all anti-sexual violence professionals to build skills and refresh knowledge about primary prevention and its integral role in ending sexual violence. […]

  • OVWA Webinar Wednesday: Organizational Resilience: Understanding Leadership’s Role in Creating Resilient Systems

    Featured

    Advocacy work is deeply meaningful yet often emotionally taxing. This webinar explores how organizations can recognize signs of stress, burnout, secondary traumatic stress, and moral injury within their teams. Participants will examine the protective factors that support long‑term engagement in advocacy work and learn practical strategies to strengthen resilience at both the individual and collective […]

  • Ohio Attorney General – Two Days in May

    Hosted by the Crime Victim Services Section of Attorney General Yost’s office: 2026 Two Days in May (TDIM) Conference on Victim Assistance This annual gathering brings together advocates and others from across disciplines to focus on best practices, explore trends, study developments and changes within the field, learn about legislative updates, and network. This year’s conference […]

  • 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. […]