Open to Members & Non-Members! Please join OVWA for an interactive discussion on ethics in the field of advocacy. This webinar will discuss the ethical standards for victim assistance professions […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Domestic violence fatalities send ripple effects through families, communities, and programs, and these deaths are both devastating and preventable. This training offers a deeper dive into ODVN’s latest domestic violence fatality report, examining key trends, lethality factors, and patterns identified across recently reviewed cases. Participants will learn how […]
The BEACON Advocacy Institute is a no-cost, 40-hour foundational training for victim advocates. Designed primarily for advocates with two years or less experience, BEACON provides essential knowledge and skills in […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network: ODVN’s fall Youth Advocacy Caucus meeting will feature a discussion on Human Trafficking 101, equipping advocates with a foundational understanding of the risks […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network: November’s Tuesday@2 will begin with a reading of a children’s book on how trauma impacts a child’s journey. Being able to describe a […]
This webinar will equip advocates with practical, life‑saving skills using the QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) model. Participants will deepen their understanding of suicide as a public health issue, explore the impact of stigma, and learn how to recognize the warning signs that someone may be at risk. This training provides clear, actionable guidance on how […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This two-hour workshop is designed to empower victim advocates with a basic understanding of the neurobiology of vicarious trauma or secondary traumatic stress. […]
Hosted by the Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center: OCVJC offers free cross-disciplinary victims’ rights training via live interactive webinars. These trainings focus on new rights under House Bill 343 and Senate Bill 16, which became effective in 2023, as well as recent case law, and serve to provide the education and tools necessary to help […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network: Join ODVN’s Legal and Training Team for the foundational training for legal advocacy. This two-day training focuses on working within the civil and […]
OVWA is excited to announce our IN PERSON Quarterly Member Meeting in conjunction with the Past Presidents Annual OVWA Holiday Luncheon! Join the OVWA Past Presidents for the Annual Holiday Luncheon, where you can enjoy each other’s company and participate in an optional holiday-themed gift exchange (target value $20-25). The OVWA Past Presidents will present […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network: In this hands-on, virtual training, participants will learn about core functions that support groups serve in domestic violence programs, including a variety of types of support groups like cooking, play, trauma-informed wellness groups, and the more traditional types of survivor group work. Participants will learn about trauma-informed best practices, and expectations will […]
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