Rescheduled from September 11! Join us for the OVWA Quarterly Membership Meeting – all members are invited and encouraged to attend. We aim to connect with advocates and advocacy programs throughout the state, as well as share what OVWA has been working on. We would love to highlight the work you are doing in your […]
Hosted by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network: This interactive training will introduce the foundational principles of trauma-informed care and explore their application to advocacy with survivors of intimate relationship violence. Through discussion, examples, reflection, and practical application, participants consider the “dos and don’ts” of everyday interactions and identify ways to avoid unintentionally replicating dynamics of […]
Domestic violence often occurs out of public view, yet its impact is profound. This webinar will equip attendees with the tools to recognize and respond to abuse in its many forms. Participants will deepen their understanding of how domestic violence is defined, manifested, and perpetuated, and apply this knowledge to real-world advocacy, assessment, and safety […]
Hosted by the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence: This immersive experience allows the participants to explore new sides of emotional intelligence when it comes to trusting their core being. Attendees will build some self-care planning and emotional wellness support through this workshop. Registration deadline is 10/15 at https://oaesv.coalitionmanager.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/details/760. This workshop is available for OAESV […]
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 as outlined in the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP)® Code of Ethics, and as maintained by the NOVA Office for Advocacy Ethics. Participants will discuss […]
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 trauma-informed advocacy, crisis response, victim rights, the criminal justice system, and more. The program includes online pre-learning, three days of virtual instruction, and two in-person […]
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 and dangers of youth and teen trafficking. Advocates and allied professionals will explore how traffickers target and exploit young people through social media, online gaming, […]
Hosted by the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence: Excellence in Legal Advocacy 2026: Supporting Survivors of Image-Based Abuse Virtual on 11/9 and 11/10 from 1:00pm – 4:00pm When someone’s most intimate images are weaponized against them (images either created and shared consensually or generated by a bot from the manosphere) feelings of hopelessness and […]
Hosted by the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence: 2026 CCRT Summit Join advocates, law enforcement officers, prosecutors, healthcare providers, forensic nurses, victim service professionals, and community partners to strengthen coordinated responses to sexual violence. This is a free, in-person event in Columbus, OH. There will also be a resource fair at this event from […]
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 basic understanding of domestic violence and its impact will aid advocates in supporting parents seeking services at a domestic violence agency. Advocates must be prepared […]
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 […]
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