BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ohio Victim Witness Association - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ohio Victim Witness Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ovwa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ohio Victim Witness Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163534Z CREATED:20230920T170754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163534Z UID:10000532-1681981200-1681981200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Advocacy Skills Interactive Workshop: Promoting Connections through Family Support Groups DESCRIPTION:Note This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-53__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163533Z CREATED:20230920T170755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163533Z UID:10000531-1681894800-1681894800@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Substance Use\, Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care: Practical Strategies DESCRIPTION:Note This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-54__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T130000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163532Z CREATED:20230920T170755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163532Z UID:10000530-1681477200-1681477200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:OVWA Quarterly Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Don’t see the register now button? Sign in to the website with your user name and password and you will see it here!Please join us for the OVWA Quarterly Membership Meeting We will discuss current and future OVWA business and this meeting will be open for participation from members We encourage questions and discussion topics from members during the meeting and hope to connect with all OVWA members across the state URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-55__trashed/ CATEGORIES:OVWA Member Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T130000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163530Z CREATED:20230920T170756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163530Z UID:10000529-1681390800-1681390800@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Student Voices on Campus Prevention DESCRIPTION:Note This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-56__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163521Z CREATED:20230920T170757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163521Z UID:10000528-1681376400-1681376400@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - Trauma Informed Care for Individuals with Disabilities Training DESCRIPTION:The Adult Advocacy Centers Trauma-Informed Care for Individuals with Disabilities one-day training is designed for mental health professionals This webinar will provide training on issues related to disability as well as specific information on adapting interventions so that mental health professionals can feel both competent and confident in their own ability to support both individuals with and without disabilities in their journey to processing and coping with trauma URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-57__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T150000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163519Z CREATED:20230920T170757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163519Z UID:10000527-1681311600-1681311600@ovwa.org SUMMARY:OVWA Webinar Wednesday - Start by Believing: Working to Improve Negative Responses to Sexual Assault DESCRIPTION:Sexual assaults are the most underreported crime in our country Many victims are met with doubt and blame when reporting their victimization Unfortunately these negative responses are based on stereotypes and implicit biases that have plagued our society for decades This training focuses on Start by Believing a public awareness campaign started by EVAWI designed to improve the public response to sexual assault The goal is to provide communities with factual information surrounding what rapetruly looks like how our implicit biases can shape our judgment of victims and perpetrators and how this trauma can affect victims’ reactions and decisions Through this campaign Summit County Prosecutor Sherri Bevan Walsh strives to improve how sexual assault cases are handled in our community and ultimately hold more perpetrators accountable Every response matters OVWA training programs are pre-approved through both the Ohio Advocate Network and the National Advocate Credentialing Program If you require accommodations please email us at info@ovwa.org no later than one week prior to the webinar URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-58__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T093000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163518Z CREATED:20230920T170758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163518Z UID:10000526-1680687000-1680687000@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Building Resilience in the Midst of Trauma DESCRIPTION:Note This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-59__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163517Z CREATED:20230920T170828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163517Z UID:10000525-1680685200-1680685200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - Project FIND Adapted Training DESCRIPTION:The Adapted FIND three-day training is designed for established forensic interviewers with previous basic training and extensive experience in forensic interviewing and or working with individuals with disabilities The training is founded in forensic interviewing best practices with considerations and adaptations to account for individuals who do not speak use gestures to communicate speak few words or utilize a communication device The curriculum is designed to support forensic interviewers to gather information from alleged victims and witnesses in the most reliable and legally defensible manner\nCost for this training is $550 per person This fee can be paid via PayPal or can be invoiced to your agency Please email training@adultadvocacycenterscom if you need an invoice \nParticipants may earn 18 CEU hours through the SOH CSWMFTB In addition the Department of Developmental Disabilities has approved 195 hours for Investigative Agents and Service and Support Administrators who attended this training \nNote This training is hosted by AAC If you have any questions please contact AAC directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-60__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T080000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163515Z CREATED:20230920T170828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163515Z UID:10000524-1680681600-1680681600@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - ADEPT Interviewing Tools & Techniques for the Disability Community DESCRIPTION:This AACs’ ADEPT series two-day training for law enforcement covers tips and techniques for interviewing members of the disability community with “disability” defined broadly as it is under the ADA This includes interviewing older adults people who do not traditionally communicate through speech people with mental health disabilities people with intellectual and developmental disabilities etc \nParticipants will gain an understanding of how language and perspective impact interactions with the disability community learn about accessibility and accommodations and discuss specific interactions and case examples They will also practice interview skills learn about resources that are available to law enforcement and first responders and participate in a question-and-answer session to allow for group discussion and learning \nPre-Requisites\nThis training is for mid-level through seasoned law enforcement professionals who conduct interviews Participants MUST have taken the AACs’ Accessibility and Accommodation Training for Law Enforcement before taking this course \nMaximum Number of Attendees 40 \nCost for this training is $550 per person billed via PayPal after the participant’s application is approved To bring this training to your group contact us at training@adultadvocacycentersorg \nThese trainings are held online from 9 am to 5 pm each day \nRegistration\nCourse dates are listed below To bring this training to your group contact us at training@adultadvocacycentersorg \nDisclaimer\nThe AACs reserves the right to reject any applicant who does not align with our programmatic goals \nDates\nWednesday December 14 – Thursday December 15\nWednesday February 8 – Thursday February 9 2023\nWednesday April 5 – Thursday April 6 2023\nThursday July 6 – Friday July 7 2023\nMonday September 11 – Tuesday September 12 2023 URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-61__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T123000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163506Z CREATED:20230920T170829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163506Z UID:10000523-1680179400-1680179400@ovwa.org SUMMARY:OVWA - Advocacy for Juveniles\, Best Practices & Considerations - Part 2 – Advanced Advocacy Skills DESCRIPTION:Note:This training is part 2 of 2 If you are currently registered for this training please also register for Part 1 on March 2 2023 from 12:30 – 4:30 You do not have to attend both but each training will provide 35 hours of continuing education Thank you!\nPlease join OVWA Elizabeth Well Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center (OCVJC) Legal Director Latina Bailey Crime Victim Rights Attorney OCVJC and Micalea Deming Micaela Deming Esq Domestic Violence Civil Attorney and Trainer for the OVWA Quarterly Member Training – Advocacy for Juveniles Best Practices and Considerations – Part 2 of 2 – Advanced Advocacy Skills for Children Across Systems You will learn about the many agencies that may become involved when children/juveniles are victimized how to navigate and collaborate with various criminal justice partner agencies and other agencies who are charged with the protection of and best interests of and for children and how our role as an advocate is vitally important in ensuring best outcomes for children/juveniles who have been victimized We will discuss advanced advocacy concepts including rules and laws governing confidentiality ensuring that children have access to crime victim rights barriers to effective advocacy and skills in navigating systems to increase access and positive outcomes We will learn how to work cooperatively between agencies to ensure comprehensive and effective services for juvenile victims of crime through case examples and live interaction This webinar is pre-approved for 35 CEU’s from the State of Ohio CSWMFTB and OVWA training programs are pre-approved through both the Ohio Advocate Network and the National Advocate Credentialing Program If you require accommodations please email us at info@ovwa.org no later than one week prior to the webinar URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-62__trashed/ CATEGORIES:OVWA Member Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T140000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163504Z CREATED:20230920T170830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163504Z UID:10000522-1680012000-1680012000@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Tuesdays@2: Holistic Case Management DESCRIPTION:Providing holistic services means addressing the varied and complex needs that domestic violence survivors have when seeking support Physical safety mental health social supports medical care spiritual connection and basic needs are all areas that make up the whole selves of domestic violence survivors Join this quarter’s Tuesdays@2 training where participants will learn from ODVN trainers and a panel of domestic violence advocates about holistic case management and how to implement these concepts into their work in domestic violence programs This is a crucial training for case managers working with domestic violence survivors\nDeadline to Register Friday March 24 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-63__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230320T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230320T083000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163503Z CREATED:20230920T170830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163503Z UID:10000521-1679301000-1679301000@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - Project FIND Foundations Training DESCRIPTION:The FIND Foundations five-day training is designed for professionals with roles and experience in or working with adult victims and witnesses of crime and individuals with disabilities The training is founded in forensic interviewing best practices with considerations for memory trauma and cultural back-ground The curriculum is designed to support professionals to gather information from alleged victims and witnesses in the most reliable and legally defensible manner\nCurriculum topic areas include Trauma Informed Approach; Interview Setting; Remaining Neutral; Reducing Authoritative Presence of Interviewer; Communication Skills; Memory; Abuse Dynamics; Question Types; Engagement and Rapport; Interview Instructions; Transition to Topic of Concern; Topic of Concern; Closure; and Post Interview Considerations \nParticipants learn through readings didactic instruction video examples case scenarios participating in activities throughout the training All attendees complete a practicum to have an opportunity to practice and utilize the skills that are introduced in the training \nCost for this training is $625 per person This fee can be paid via PayPal or can be invoiced to your agency Please email training@adultadvocacycenterscom if you need an invoice \nNote This training is hosted by AAC If you have any questions please contact AAC directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-64__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163501Z CREATED:20230920T170831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163501Z UID:10000520-1678957200-1678957200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Advocacy Skills Interactive Workshop: Beginning and Ending with Empathy DESCRIPTION:During this workshop participants will share examples of empathy and engage in scenarios to enhance responses when supporting youth and adult survivors Explore Rogerian concepts and how meeting survivors “where they are at” requires active listening and controlled empathy Highlights include trauma-informed approaches do’s and don’ts providing emotional and physical safety and exploring your bias and expectations in your service\nNoteworthy Please join with the expectation of participating and talking with one another risking thoughts trying ideas during role-play and scenarios and breaking into small group work over Zoom If you participate and wish to receive CEU’s you will need to demonstrate your participation with cameras on engage in conversation and actively participate in small group work \nCost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line \nCEUs To obtain 2 CEUs you are required to attend the entire training fully participate with camera on during Zoom call and complete an evaluation form Evaluations and Certificate Request forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive CEUs \nDeadline to Register Wednesday March 15 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-65__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T150000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163500Z CREATED:20230920T170832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163500Z UID:10000519-1678892400-1678892400@ovwa.org SUMMARY:OVWA Webinar Wednesday - Working with Interpreters - The Importance of Trained Interpreters DESCRIPTION:Please join Please join OVWA and Samantha Salamon Program Manager of the Ahimsa Department and Managing Attorney for Legal Services Department ASIA (Asian Services in Action) to learn about the professional role interpreters play in providing accessible services to victims of crime best practices and guidance for securing and working with interpreters an overview of federal law on accessibility for those whose preferred language or 1st language is other than English regulations regarding court interpreters and specific guidelines in the use of interpreters while navigating cultural differences regarding crime victimizations including domestic violence and sexual assaultThis webinar is pre-approved for 15 CEU’s from the State of Ohio CSWMFTB and OVWA training programs are pre-approved through both the Ohio Advocate Network and the National Advocate Credentialing Program If you require accommodations please email us at info@ovwa.org no later than one week prior to the webinar URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-66__trashed/ CATEGORIES:OVWA Member Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T080000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163451Z CREATED:20230920T170832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163451Z UID:10000518-1678867200-1678867200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - ADEPT Training Series - ADEPT Accessibility and Accommodation Training for Law Enforcement DESCRIPTION:The ADEPT Accessibility and Accommodation Training for Law Enforcement is a one- or two-day training designed by the AACs for use by law enforcement agencies when working with adults with disabilities The training is founded on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) best practices regarding accessibility accommodations trauma victimization and the intersectionality of individuals’ lives The curriculum is designed to support and enhance law enforcement’s response to individuals with disabilities We will explore real-life examples of how law enforcement can provide accommodations to this population while still performing their required duties Finally we will provide and discuss specific tools and strategies that can be used to support individuals with disabilities while interacting with law enforcement Presenters will include disabled individuals with lived experience giving participants the opportunity to discuss questions and ideas they have surrounding these topics\nPre-Requisites\nThis training is intended for law enforcement professionals early-career through seasoned who are interested in improving and enhancing their understanding and awareness surrounding accommodations and accessibility for individuals with disabilities \nMaximum Number of Attendees 40 \nCost\nCost for this training is $400 per person billed via PayPal after the participant’s application is approved \nTimes\nThese trainings are held from 9 am to noon OR from 2 to 5 pm Please check the time on the registration form for each date URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-67__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163449Z CREATED:20230920T170833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163449Z UID:10000517-1678266000-1678266000@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Creating a Pet Program: Learning for the Experts DESCRIPTION:Pets provide important emotional support for adult and child survivors of domestic violence Yet many shelters are not knowledgeable or equipped to house pets This training will teach participants how to create and sustain a pet housing program that allows families and pets to escape abuse together Topics include information about grants that help fund start-up costs and training programs for domestic violence shelters ODVN Program Directors will discuss a variety of pet housing options including fostering options for pets working with local veterinarians and Humane Society shelters\nCost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line \nDeadline to Register Friday March 3 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-68__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230307T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163448Z CREATED:20230920T170834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163448Z UID:10000516-1678179600-1678179600@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Domestic Violence Advocacy Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:This popular core training will provide foundational skills for advocates serving adult and child survivors of domestic violence You’ll learn about the history of the domestic violence movement; \nhow systemic racism sexism ableism and other forms of discrimination create barriers to serving marginalized groups; \nhow diversity equity equality and implicit bias affect service delivery; \nways to become more culturally responsive and inclusive \nthe impacts of batterers on family dynamics and how to ally with parents who are survivors; \nthe importance of a trauma-informed lens survivor-defined advocacy safety-planning and strategies for risk management; \ndanger and lethality assessments legal remedies and the pros and cons of protection orders; \nOhio’s Crime Victim Compensation Program \nCome with a desire to explore difficult topics share with others and leave with new knowledge to work effectively with survivors and children experiencing domestic violence \nCost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $150 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line Scholarships are available on a limited basis Please contact training@odvnorg for more information\nDeadline to Register Registration for attendance ends on March 1 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available during the live training\nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-69__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T123000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163446Z CREATED:20230920T170834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163446Z UID:10000515-1677760200-1677760200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:OVWA Quarterly Member Training - Advocacy for Juveniles\, Best Practices and Considerations - Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Note:This training is part 1 of 2 If you are currently registered for this training please also register for Part 2 on March 30 2023 from 12:30 – 4:30 You do not have to attend both but each training will provide 35 hours of continuing education Thank you!\nPlease join OVWA Elizabeth Well Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center (OCVJC) Legal Director Latina Bailey Crime Victim Rights Attorney OCVJC and Micalea Deming Micaela Deming Esq Domestic Violence Civil Attorney and Trainer to learn about the many systems in which advocacy for children is necessitated As a foundation for Part 2 – Advanced Advocacy Skills this training will outline legal operational differences and considerations in advocacy for children/juveniles in the adult criminal justice system in the juvenile court system regarding victims of crime by juvenile offenders protection orders and child custody cases and in the family court (domestic relations) systems We will discuss crime victim rights as they apply to children as well as gain an understanding of the complexities of each system and how they may intersect This webinar is pre-approved for 35 CEU’s from the State of Ohio CSWMFTB and OVWA training programs are pre-approved through both the Ohio Advocate Network and the National Advocate Credentialing Program If you require accommodations please email us at info@ovwa.org no later than one week prior to the webinar URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-70__trashed/ CATEGORIES:OVWA Member Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163445Z CREATED:20230920T170835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163445Z UID:10000514-1677574800-1677574800@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Practical Applications of Trauma-Informed Best Practices DESCRIPTION:Spend a morning exploring ODVN’s Trauma-Informed Approaches Promising Practices and Protocols for Ohio’s Domestic Violence Programs Understanding the 16 approaches will help you to develop a strong foundation in your advocacy skill set Many programs in Ohio and other states and countries have utilized the 16 trauma-informed approaches as core training resources to enhance advocates’ understanding of survivor-defined advocacy\nReal-time discussion and breakout groups will weave trauma knowledge and responses to survivors with trauma-informed care best practices during hotline calls intakes support groups exit interviews safety planning and supporting parents \nCost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line \nCEUs To obtain 25 CEUs you are required to attend the entire training and complete the evaluation When you go to register please include your complete license number if you are a licensed counselor or social worker in Ohio Evaluations and Certificate Request forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive CEU’s \nDeadline to Register Friday February 24 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-71__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T130000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163436Z CREATED:20230920T170836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163436Z UID:10000513-1677157200-1677157200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Youth Advocacy Caucus: Anti-Human Trafficking Teen Victims DESCRIPTION:This caucus focuses on understanding the risk factors for youth trafficking Factors such as youth maltreatment not having a safe home experiencing family conflict identifying as LGBTIA+ affect youth and teens who may experience exploitation In addition you will learn about various techniques employed by traffickers to lure youth\nAmerican Sign Language Interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-72__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163434Z CREATED:20230920T170836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163434Z UID:10000512-1677142800-1677142800@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Uncomfortable Conversations: Holding Space for Discussions of Racism DESCRIPTION:Join ODVN during Black History Month as we discuss creating intentional space for necessary conversations about racism White supremacy is an oppressive tool deeply rooted in our societal systems including our policies communities and even our own organizations It is well beyond time that we address the everyday ways that racism pervades the experiences of Black Indigenous People of Color who are survivors and learn the skills to have necessary conversations to confront oppressive policies language and actions\nEsteemed experts and panelists in this training will lay the groundwork for starting and holding conversations about racism within our professional spaces Participants will learn best-practices to use their positions of privilege and power to challenge both systemic and internalized racism and move through the discomfort that may arise Instead of being paralyzed you will become empowered to create change \nCost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line \nCEUs To obtain 25 CEUs you are required to attend the entire training and complete the evaluation and Certificate Request form within 24 hours of the training When you register please include your complete license number if you are a licensed counselor or social worker in Ohio \nDeadline to Register Monday February 20 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-73__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163433Z CREATED:20230920T170837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163433Z UID:10000511-1676538000-1676538000@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Advocacy Skills Interactive Workshop: Supporting Youth and Parent Survivors During Distress DESCRIPTION:Join the February workshop about supporting youth and adult survivors during times of distress Enhance your skill set as you engage in scenarios exploring how to provide ‘safety’ to parents and youth experiencing trauma reactions or stress responses Go beyond observing their upset to feeling more confident in your responses and intervention strategies Highlights include trauma-informed approaches do’s and don’ts providing emotional and physical safety and exploring your bias and expectations in your service\nNoteworthy Please join with the expectation of participating and talking with one another risking thoughts trying ideas during role-play and scenarios and breaking into small group work over Zoom If you participate and wish to receive CEU’s you will need to demonstrate your participation with cameras on engage in conversation and actively participate in small group work \nCost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line \nCEUs To obtain 2 CEUs you are required to attend the entire training fully participate with camera on during Zoom call and complete an evaluation form Evaluations and Certificate Request forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive CEUs \nDeadline to Register Wednesday February 15 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-74__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T083000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163431Z CREATED:20230920T170838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163431Z UID:10000510-1676536200-1676536200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:OCVJC - Ohio Marsy's Law Victims' Rights Training DESCRIPTION:Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center is pleased to offer this in depth victims’ rights training for Ohio This training will cover victims’ rights in every stage of the criminal justice process including the hospital investigation prosecution and post-conviction This training will focus on the new rights for victims created by the Marsy’s Law constitutional amendment in 2018 as well as any case law or implementing legislation related to Marsy’s Law In addition this training will cover basic need-to-know information for victims about other legal topics such as Title IX protection orders and immigration This training is approved by the Ohio Supreme Court for 25 Professional Conduct CLE hours and 1 general CLE hour This training is also approved by the Ohio Counselor Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Boad for 375 hours of CEUs/CPEs\nThis event will be held virtually on the platform Zoom The link to attend this event will be sent through Eventbrite to those who have registered \nNote This training is hosted by OCVJC If you have any questions please contact OCVJC directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-75__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T080000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163430Z CREATED:20230920T170839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163430Z UID:10000509-1676534400-1676534400@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - ADEPT Investigating Allegations of Abuse and Neglect Committed Against Older Adults DESCRIPTION:Elder abuse is a widespread problem that deprives older adults of their health safety and security At least 10% of older adults will experience some form of elder abuse in a given year These rates are even higher in facility settings and since the pandemic abuse rates have increased\nTo address this important matter the Adult Advocacy Centers (AACs) created a two-day training to teach the skills needed to investigate allegations of abuse and neglect committed against older adults This comprehensive training is for professionals working in the field In addition to discussing the intersection of aging and disabilities curriculum topic areas covered during this training include: \nGathering and examining source documentation\nDocumenting victim and witness statements\nCreating a chronology\nConducting an on-site investigation in community and facility settings\nSearching records and databases\nCorroborating evidence\nReporting and obstacles to reporting\nInformation provided during this training is built upon through sample case examples individual practice large group discussion question and answer sessions and trainer feedback \nMaximum Number of Attendees 25 \nPre-Requisites\nParticipants must be professionals who investigate abuse and neglect against older adults \nCost for this training is $350 per person billed via PayPal after the participant’s application is approved \nThese trainings are held online from 9 am to 5 pm each day \nDisclaimer\nThe AACs reserves the right to reject any applicant who does not align with our programmatic goals \nDates\nMonday November 28 – Tuesday November 29\nThursday February 16 – Friday February 17 2023\nWednesday May 24 – Thursday May 25 2023\nThursday July 20 – Friday July 21 2023\nWednesday October 11 – Thursday October 12 2023 URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-76__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T130000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163420Z CREATED:20230920T170839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163420Z UID:10000508-1676466000-1676466000@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Youth Advocacy Caucus: Anti-Human Trafficking Teen Victims DESCRIPTION:This caucus focuses on understanding the risk factors for youth trafficking Factors such as youth maltreatment not having a safe home experiencing family conflict or identifying as LGBTQIA+ affect youth and teens who may experience exploitation In addition you will learn about a variety of techniques employed by traffickers to lure youth\nJoin Rebekkah O’Bryan from the Ohio Department of Public Safety Office of Criminal Justice Services as she provides an interactive simulation where you will navigate various scenarios as a youth facing commercial sexual exploitation This activity helps participants gain a thorough understanding of human trafficking and the ways it presents itself in our communities You will learn many of the nuanced factors that render youth victims vulnerable to exploitation \nPresenter Rebekkah O’Bryan LSW Anti-Trafficking Grant Coordinator Ohio Department of Public Safety Office of Criminal Justice Services \nDeadline to Register Tuesday February 14 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available \nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-77__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T100000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163418Z CREATED:20230920T170840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163418Z UID:10000507-1675850400-1675850400@ovwa.org SUMMARY:OVWA Webinar Wednesday - Gratitude and Reframing our Work in Advocacy DESCRIPTION:NOTE TIME CHANGE!!Please join OVWA and Stefanie Day EdD PCC-S OVWA Board Past President for Gratitude and Reframing our Work in Advocacy Taking care of ourselves as advocates can be the last thing we spend time on but in fact is the most important action we can take With an emphasis on self-care in the past several years what are we missing? In our day-to-day crisis-driven roles it is easy to overlook the gifts we are given throughout our days reminders of our successes and meaningful roles as advocates This training will look at the ways in which we can reframe our understanding of advocacy and intentionally begin to recognize and receive gratitude from others incorporating this into our work and strengthening our resilience This webinar is pre-approved for 15 CEU’s from the State of Ohio CSWMFTB and OVWA training programs are pre-approved through both the Ohio Advocate Network and the National Advocate Credentialing Program If you require accommodations please email us at info@ovwa.org no later than one week prior to the webinar URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-78__trashed/ CATEGORIES:OVWA Member Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T080000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163417Z CREATED:20230920T170841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163417Z UID:10000506-1675843200-1675843200@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - ADEPT Interviewing Tools & Techniques for the Disability Community DESCRIPTION:This AACs’ ADEPT series two-day training for law enforcement covers tips and techniques for interviewing members of the disability community with “disability” defined broadly as it is under the ADA This includes interviewing older adults people who do not traditionally communicate through speech people with mental health disabilities people with intellectual and developmental disabilities etc \nParticipants will gain an understanding of how language and perspective impact interactions with the disability community learn about accessibility and accommodations and discuss specific interactions and case examples They will also practice interview skills learn about resources that are available to law enforcement and first responders and participate in a question-and-answer session to allow for group discussion and learning \nPre-Requisites\nThis training is for mid-level through seasoned law enforcement professionals who conduct interviews Participants MUST have taken the AACs’ Accessibility and Accommodation Training for Law Enforcement before taking this course \nMaximum Number of Attendees 40 \nCost for this training is $550 per person billed via PayPal after the participant’s application is approved To bring this training to your group contact us at training@adultadvocacycentersorg \nThese trainings are held online from 9 am to 5 pm each day \nRegistration\nCourse dates are listed below To bring this training to your group contact us at training@adultadvocacycentersorg \nDisclaimer\nThe AACs reserves the right to reject any applicant who does not align with our programmatic goals \nDates\nWednesday December 14 – Thursday December 15\nWednesday February 8 – Thursday February 9 2023\nWednesday April 5 – Thursday April 6 2023\nThursday July 6 – Friday July 7 2023\nMonday September 11 – Tuesday September 12 2023 URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-79__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T130000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163415Z CREATED:20230920T170921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163415Z UID:10000505-1675774800-1675774800@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Supervision Essentials in Domestic Violence Programs DESCRIPTION:Domestic violence program directors are invited to attend a two-part training on enhancing their skills as a supervisor In this training for directors a panel of experienced program leaders will share supervision strategies covering incentives handling difficult conversations supervision meetings evaluation and progressive discipline Directors will also be provided with templates for supervision meetings evaluations and disciplinary actions Ideas will be shared on providing staff incentives with tight budgets and be provided with low-cost ideas to boost staff morale and increase staff engagement and staff care This training is part of ODVN’s Director’s Academy and is only open to those in director positions at domestic violence member programs \nODVN Trainers Shelley Marsh Deputy Director; Alicia Williamson MSW LSW Director of Training and Program Services \nCEUs To receive 55 CEUs or a certificate of attendance you will need to attend both days and to complete evalution forms for each day If you are a licensed counselor or social worker in Ohio please provide your complete license number at the time of registration Evaluations and Certificate Request forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive CEU’s \nDeadline to Register Friday February 3 2023 \nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be provided\nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-80__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163415Z CREATED:20230920T170923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163415Z UID:10000504-1674723600-1674723600@ovwa.org SUMMARY:ODVN - Mandated Reporting - Addressing Confidentiality Issues with Children DESCRIPTION:Navigating child abuse allegations and other scenarios that may trigger mandatory reporting obligations can be a challenging task for domestic violence programs and advocates ODVN invites domestic violence programs and allied professionals to participate in this training to enhance understanding of best practices for supporting survivors and responding to child abuse disclosures\nThe fear of being separated from their children can deter parents especially those from underserved communities from accessing services for themselves and their families As domestic violence programs it is our responsibility to understand the systems of oppression that affect the communities that we serve This training will explore confidentiality obligations for staff in domestic violence shelters potential scenarios that may trigger a mandated reporting obligation and strategies for responding appropriately Presenters will address alternative interventions and responses to child abuse reporting that will further develop the advocate’s ability to support families through difficult situations \nCost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line\nCEUs To obtain 3 CEUs you are required to attend the entire training and complete the evaluation When you go to register please include your complete license number if you are a licensed counselor or social worker in Ohio Evaluations and Certificate Request forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive CEU’s\nRegister By Jan 23 2023\nAmerican Sign Language interpreters will be available\nNote This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-82__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T090000 DTSTAMP:20231006T163406Z CREATED:20230920T170922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163406Z UID:10000503-1674723600-1674723600@ovwa.org SUMMARY:AAC - Trauma Informed Care for Individuals with Disabilities Training DESCRIPTION:The Adult Advocacy Centers Trauma-Informed Care for Individuals with Disabilities one-day training is designed for mental health professionals This webinar will provide training on issues related to disability as well as specific information on adapting interventions so that mental health professionals can feel both competent and confident in their own ability to support both individuals with and without disabilities in their journey to processing and coping with trauma URL:https://ovwa.org/event/__trashed-81__trashed/ CATEGORIES:Statewide Training Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR