Join us to learn about special considerations in working with elder victims of crime, particularly concerning the unique aspects of sexual abuse and domestic violence in later life. Older victims of crime may have multiple barriers to seeking and receiving justice, including isolation and the vulnerabilities that occur with changing self-sufficiency and mobility. Attendees will […]
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 […]
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 programs, so please reach out […]
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: Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals This virtual training series, designed for new advocates or seasoned staff, is comprised of three full days of live training and 10 hours of online pre-learning through ODVN’s eLearning Network. This updated DVAF training includes exciting new videos and participant engagement through scenarios, break-out sessions and panel discussion. The training is a pre-approved program through the Ohio […]
Hosted by Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence: OAESV’s Annual Conference: Voices of Change This conference provides a dedicated space to elevate the voices and experiences of survivors, as well as the insights of those leading efforts in prevention, support, and advocacy. As part of the broader Voices of Change campaign—which also includes Sexual Assault […]
Hosted by Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services: OhioMHAS, in collaboration with the National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA) is planning a series of regional NOVA Crisis Response Team Trainings for 2025. These free trainings, funded through SAMHSA’s Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Grant will take place between February and August 2025, in several […]
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, […]
Men are often viewed as perpetrators of crime. When they are a victim, they are often subject to harmful stereotypes. Learn what you need to know about working with male survivors in this eye-opening training. Understand how the layers of trauma and bias for specific types of crime are stigmatized for men/boys and common misunderstandings. […]
Hosted by Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services: OhioMHAS, in collaboration with the National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA) is planning a series of regional NOVA Crisis Response Team Trainings for 2025. These free trainings, funded through SAMHSA’s Bipartisan Safer Communities Act Grant will take place between February and August 2025, in several […]
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 […]
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