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: This interactive workshop is designed to strengthen empathy skills. You will explore the emotional and psychological experiences of survivors, practice active listening and empathetic communication, and reflect on personal biases that may impact professional interactions. Through roleplay statements and guided discussions, attendees will develop practical strategies to provide […]
Newly added! Join us for this timely and practical webinar presented by Silver Linings International, an organization dedicated to strengthening emotional intelligence, resilience, and lifelong well-being through trauma-informed approaches. Participants will explore the five core areas of emotional intelligence, discover how different EQ skills influence workplace interactions and perceptions, and identify one skill they can […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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. Opportunities for reflection and group discussion will guide this exploration of approaches to managing and reducing the impact of vicarious trauma. Participants will examine and […]
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