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SUMMARY:ODVN - Beyond Shelter: Advancing Housing Advocacy for Survivors
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: \nParticipants 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\, and landlord engagement. Participants will learn how these interventions support survivors in maintaining or obtaining safe\, stable housing and promote healing through trauma-informed practices. \nRegistration ends July 3rd.  \nCost: Free for members; $50 for non-members \nThis training is offered by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network. Please contact ODVN at training@odvn.org with any questions.
URL:https://ovwa.org/event/odvn-beyond-shelter-advancing-housing-advocacy-for-survivors/
CATEGORIES:ODVN Events,Statewide Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T163000
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SUMMARY:OVWA Webinar Wednesday: Working With Male Survivors 101
DESCRIPTION: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. We will discuss how to ensure the best possible advocacy and how to validate\, support and encourage men throughout the criminal justice process\, in particular for gender-based violence cases. \nPresenter(s): Jayvon Howard\, Manager of Engaging Men Initiatives\, Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence \nOpen to OVWA Members AND Non-Members! \n \nThis training is applicable toward OAN and NACP continuing education and approved for CEs from the Ohio CSWMFT Board for counselors\, social workers\, and marriage and family therapists (#RCST032002). If you need accommodations to attend this training\, please email us at info@ovwa.org at least one week before the webinar date.
URL:https://ovwa.org/event/ovwa-webinar-wednesday-working-with-male-survivors-101/
CATEGORIES:OVWA Public Events,Statewide Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T170000
DTSTAMP:20250424T205453Z
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SUMMARY:OhioMHAS - NOVA Advanced Training
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services: \nOhioMHAS\, 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 counties around the state. Trainings are geared toward mental health professionals\, victim advocates\, law enforcement personnel\, and others who confront human crisis in their work. Instructors explain the impact of trauma on individuals and groups\, explore crisis intervention theory\, and prepare participants to offer trauma-informed advocacy to individuals impacted by disaster. \nSix NOVA Advanced trainings are confirmed for the following dates and locations. A full Basic training series must be completed prior to any registration for Advanced Training. \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. June 10th – 12th\, 2025\, Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board in Cincinnati \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. June 2025\, Ohio Department of Natural Resources in Columbus \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. July 15th – 17th\, 2025\, Cleveland\, held in coordination with the ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. July 29th – July 31st\, 2025\, Athens\, held in coordination with the Athens-Hocking-Vinton ADAMHS Board \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. August 12th – August 14th\, Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center in Archbold\, held in coordination with the Four County ADAMH Board \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. August 26th – 28th\, 2025\, in Cleveland\, held in coordination with the ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County \nTo learn more and for a link to register\, visit: https://mha.ohio.gov/get-help/treatment-services/nova-training-schedule-2025
URL:https://ovwa.org/event/ohiomhas-nova-advanced-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T120000
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SUMMARY:ODVN - Building Inclusive Programs for Male Survivors of Violence
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Ohio Domestic Violence Network: \nA 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 can make male survivors feel left out\, unsupported\, and disbelieved when they share their experiences. In this training\, participants will explore statistics about the impacts of domestic violence on men\, including barriers to services and the ways that gender norms can impact access and service delivery. Participants will apply trauma-informed responses to working with boys and men as victims in domestic violence services and learn strategies to promote outreach and inclusivity.   \nRegistration ends July 9th.  \nCost: Free with ODVN membership. $25 for non-members. \nThis training is offered by the Ohio Domestic Violence Network. Please contact ODVN at training@odvn.org with any questions.
URL:https://ovwa.org/event/odvn-building-inclusive-programs-for-male-survivors-of-violence/
CATEGORIES:ODVN Events,Statewide Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T160000
DTSTAMP:20250711T173219Z
CREATED:20241213T200912Z
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SUMMARY:OVWA Quarterly Member Training: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Individuals in Crisis: Best Practices for a Safe and Affirming Advocate
DESCRIPTION:Open to OVWA Members AND Non-Members! \nTake a deep dive into best practices for supporting LGBTQIA+ populations in this illuminating training. This training will begin with an overview of contextual factors including population identification and current legislation. Attendees will gain an understanding of common issues faced by LGBTQIA+ youth including minority stress\, bullying\, school difficulties\, family issues\, and lack of housing. We will explore the implications and consequences of discrimination; learn ethical and affirming evidence-based best practices\, skills\, and techniques; and understand how to help victims of crime in this vulnerable population identify and develop protective factors. Lastly\, we will discover how to adapt our current advocacy skills to better address informed consent and confidentiality through protective approaches. \nPresenter(s): Lee Tepper\, MSW\, LISW-S\, Tepper Counseling \n \nThis training is applicable toward OAN and NACP continuing education and approved for CEs from the Ohio CSWMFT Board for counselors\, social workers\, and marriage and family therapists (#RCST032002). If you need accommodations to attend this training\, please email us at info@ovwa.org at least one week before the webinar date.
URL:https://ovwa.org/event/ovwa-quarterly-member-training-supporting-lgbtqia-individuals-in-crisis-best-practices-for-a-safe-and-affirming-advocate/
CATEGORIES:OVWA Public Events,Statewide Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T235959
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SUMMARY:NOVA - Annual Training Event
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA): \nNOVA’s 51st Annual Training Event – Why We Advocate: Celebrating Community! \nNOVA’s 51st Annual Training Event is going VIRTUAL! There will be NO in-person event. \nThis national conference provides the victim assistance community of advocates\, crisis responders\, and other allied professionals with an opportunity to connect and learn best emerging practices for serving crime survivors. Attendees choose from an extensive list of workshop topics and hear from inspiring keynote speakers! \nSee the conference page for registration rates and scholarship information. Registration is first come\, first serve\, so sign up early! \nThis conference is presented by NOVA. Please see NOVA’s Events page for all conference details and a list of FAQs.
URL:https://ovwa.org/event/nova-annual-training-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T170000
DTSTAMP:20250424T205548Z
CREATED:20250424T205548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T205548Z
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SUMMARY:OhioMHAS - NOVA Advanced Training
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services: \nOhioMHAS\, 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 counties around the state. Trainings are geared toward mental health professionals\, victim advocates\, law enforcement personnel\, and others who confront human crisis in their work. Instructors explain the impact of trauma on individuals and groups\, explore crisis intervention theory\, and prepare participants to offer trauma-informed advocacy to individuals impacted by disaster. \nSix NOVA Advanced trainings are confirmed for the following dates and locations. A full Basic training series must be completed prior to any registration for Advanced Training. \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. June 10th – 12th\, 2025\, Hamilton County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board in Cincinnati \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. June 2025\, Ohio Department of Natural Resources in Columbus \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. July 15th – 17th\, 2025\, Cleveland\, held in coordination with the ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. July 29th – July 31st\, 2025\, Athens\, held in coordination with the Athens-Hocking-Vinton ADAMHS Board \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. August 12th – August 14th\, Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center in Archbold\, held in coordination with the Four County ADAMH Board \n–8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. August 26th – 28th\, 2025\, in Cleveland\, held in coordination with the ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County \nTo learn more and for a link to register\, visit: https://mha.ohio.gov/get-help/treatment-services/nova-training-schedule-2025
URL:https://ovwa.org/event/ohiomhas-nova-advanced-training-3/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events
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