VAWnet Event Calendar
This area provides information about state, local, and national events related to violence against women including trainings, conferences, lectures, webinars, and more. To submit an event for posting, please use our online contact form.
05/03/2012 - Ending Child Sexual Abuse Web Conference Series
SESSION ONE: Including Efforts to End Child Sexual Abuse within the Sexual Violence Prevention Movement
When: 05/03/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: Webinar-PreventConnect
INFORMATION: PreventConnect is pleased to partner with the Ms. Foundation for Women to host a new web conference series on ending child sexual abuse. During 2012 there will be 9 web conferences to explore themes of how to end child sexual abuse and build the network of those committed to addressing this issue. This first in the series web conference focuses on the power and possibilities of local, statewide and national strategies to highlight child sexual abuse prevention as foundational to sexual violence prevention efforts throughout the lifespan.
SESSION ONE: Including Efforts to End Child Sexual Abuse within the Sexual Violence Prevention Movement
When: 05/03/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: Webinar-PreventConnect
INFORMATION: PreventConnect is pleased to partner with the Ms. Foundation for Women to host a new web conference series on ending child sexual abuse. During 2012 there will be 9 web conferences to explore themes of how to end child sexual abuse and build the network of those committed to addressing this issue. This first in the series web conference focuses on the power and possibilities of local, statewide and national strategies to highlight child sexual abuse prevention as foundational to sexual violence prevention efforts throughout the lifespan.
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05/03/2012 - Helping Children and Teens Cope with the Effects of Domestic Violence: Fostering Healing and Resilience
When: 05/03/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:30 Central PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: Webinar-National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health
INFORMATION: This webinar will provide advocates with an overview of the traumatic effects of domestic violence on children’s development and an introduction to how advocates and parents can help strengthen adaptive coping and foster resilience in children and teens affected by domestic violence. This is an introductory training as part of a series on children and teens affected by domestic violence.
When: 05/03/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:30 Central PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: Webinar-National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health
INFORMATION: This webinar will provide advocates with an overview of the traumatic effects of domestic violence on children’s development and an introduction to how advocates and parents can help strengthen adaptive coping and foster resilience in children and teens affected by domestic violence. This is an introductory training as part of a series on children and teens affected by domestic violence.
For more information:
Jen Curlry
312 726-7020 x12
jcurley@dvmhpi.org
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05/07/2012 - National Prevention Symposium
When: 05/07/2012 to 05/08/2012
WHAT: Other
WHERE: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Global Communications Center
Atlanta GA
INFORMATION: Hosted by the Delta Prep Project this symposium is an event for shared learning among all domestic violence coalitions to contribute to national, state and local efforts for primary prevention of intimate partner violence (IPV). All state, territorial, and tribal domestic violence coalitions are invited to attend.
When: 05/07/2012 to 05/08/2012
WHAT: Other
WHERE: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Global Communications Center
Atlanta GA
INFORMATION: Hosted by the Delta Prep Project this symposium is an event for shared learning among all domestic violence coalitions to contribute to national, state and local efforts for primary prevention of intimate partner violence (IPV). All state, territorial, and tribal domestic violence coalitions are invited to attend.
For more information:
Pam Brown
PBrown8@cdc.gov
05/08/2012 - Truth and Justice: The 2012 Summit on Military Sexual Violence
When: 05/08/2012 , 7:00 AM AM to 5:00 PM
WHAT: Other
WHERE: Washington DC
INFORMATION: Service Women’s Action Network is committed to providing a safe, open environment to discuss issues related to sexual violence in the military. To facilitate these ideals, we will have social workers available at all times and we strongly encourage all participants to utilize self-care methods.
When: 05/08/2012 , 7:00 AM AM to 5:00 PM
WHAT: Other
WHERE: Washington DC
INFORMATION: Service Women’s Action Network is committed to providing a safe, open environment to discuss issues related to sexual violence in the military. To facilitate these ideals, we will have social workers available at all times and we strongly encourage all participants to utilize self-care methods.
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05/09/2012 - Addressing the Needs of Victims on Cruise Ships
When: 05/09/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:00 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: OVC Web Forum
INFORMATION: The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) will present a Web Forum discussion with Jamie Barnett on best practices for addressing the needs of victims on cruise ships. Ms. Barnett is the President of International Cruise Victims, an organization formed by victims of cruise ship crime to provide support to other victims and to advocate for legislative reform to protect passengers and increase the rights of victims.
When: 05/09/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:00 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: OVC Web Forum
INFORMATION: The Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) will present a Web Forum discussion with Jamie Barnett on best practices for addressing the needs of victims on cruise ships. Ms. Barnett is the President of International Cruise Victims, an organization formed by victims of cruise ship crime to provide support to other victims and to advocate for legislative reform to protect passengers and increase the rights of victims.
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05/10/2012 - Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Sustainability in Times of Scarce Resources
When: 05/10/2012 , 11:30 AM to 1:00 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: OJJDP Webinar
INFORMATION: Jurisdictions, organizations, and individuals will have the opportunity to listen to and engage in a presentation on the important topic of sustaining programs and services in times of scarce resources. Because no one can rely on a single source of funding today, it is important to explore cross-agency, cross-program, and cross-jurisdictional collaborations, as well as private and public sources for funding opportunities.
When: 05/10/2012 , 11:30 AM to 1:00 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: OJJDP Webinar
INFORMATION: Jurisdictions, organizations, and individuals will have the opportunity to listen to and engage in a presentation on the important topic of sustaining programs and services in times of scarce resources. Because no one can rely on a single source of funding today, it is important to explore cross-agency, cross-program, and cross-jurisdictional collaborations, as well as private and public sources for funding opportunities.
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05/10/2012 - Developing a Public Health Approach to Child Maltreatment Prevention: The North Carolina Experience
When: 05/10/2012 , 3:00 PM to 4:00 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: Webinar
INFORMATION: This webinar will focus on how North Carolina has utilized a public health approach; established a leadership role for the health department; leveraged resources to increase uptake of evidence-based practice; and developed cross-sector partnerships and collaborations to address child maltreatment. Presenters from the state’s health department and partner agencies/organizations will highlight North Carolina’s challenges, successes, and lessons learned. The webinar will include concrete examples of how states can enhance their own child maltreatment prevention efforts, with the state health department playing a key role.
When: 05/10/2012 , 3:00 PM to 4:00 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: Webinar
INFORMATION: This webinar will focus on how North Carolina has utilized a public health approach; established a leadership role for the health department; leveraged resources to increase uptake of evidence-based practice; and developed cross-sector partnerships and collaborations to address child maltreatment. Presenters from the state’s health department and partner agencies/organizations will highlight North Carolina’s challenges, successes, and lessons learned. The webinar will include concrete examples of how states can enhance their own child maltreatment prevention efforts, with the state health department playing a key role.
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05/10/2012 - Finding and Helping the "Hidden Victims" - Responding to Children at the Scene and Beyond
When: 05/10/2012 , 12:00 PM to 1:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: JWI Webinar
INFORMATION: Some of the most overlooked and forgotten victims of domestic violence are the "hidden" victims, the children. This webinar provides the service provider (law enforcement, social services, etc.) with a deeper understanding of the obstacles, behaviors, investigation tips and safety plans needed for a successful interview and intervention with children. Lt. Mark Wynn, a twenty year veteran of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, who served as Lieutenant to the Domestic Violence Division and is recipient of 121 commendations and 51 awards and certificates, helps the audience of domestic violence professionals and law enforcement see new ways of working together.
When: 05/10/2012 , 12:00 PM to 1:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: JWI Webinar
INFORMATION: Some of the most overlooked and forgotten victims of domestic violence are the "hidden" victims, the children. This webinar provides the service provider (law enforcement, social services, etc.) with a deeper understanding of the obstacles, behaviors, investigation tips and safety plans needed for a successful interview and intervention with children. Lt. Mark Wynn, a twenty year veteran of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, who served as Lieutenant to the Domestic Violence Division and is recipient of 121 commendations and 51 awards and certificates, helps the audience of domestic violence professionals and law enforcement see new ways of working together.
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05/16/2012 - National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey 2010: New Knowledge and Unanswered Question
When: 05/16/2012 , 4:00 PM to 5:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: PreventConnect Webinar
INFORMATION: Michele Lynberg Black, Ph.D. from the Division of Violence Prevention from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will share the results from National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey, followed by comments from Walter S. DeKeseredy, Ph.D. , Professor of Criminology at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Molly Dragiewicz, Ph.D. an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
When: 05/16/2012 , 4:00 PM to 5:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: PreventConnect Webinar
INFORMATION: Michele Lynberg Black, Ph.D. from the Division of Violence Prevention from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will share the results from National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey, followed by comments from Walter S. DeKeseredy, Ph.D. , Professor of Criminology at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) and Molly Dragiewicz, Ph.D. an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology.
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05/22/2012 - Prevention as Social Change: Bridging Sexual and Domestic Violence and Social Justice Movements
When: 05/22/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: PreventConnect Webinar
INFORMATION: More and more the field of sexual and domestic violence is using social change models as part of their prevention strategies. The commitment to social change and understanding sexual and domestic violence in the context of oppression is not without challenges. Learn from others whose approaches compliment or collaborate with a social justice approach in order to change the norms that support sexual and domestic violence.
When: 05/22/2012 , 2:00 PM to 3:30 Eastern PM
WHAT: Web Conference / Webinar
WHERE: PreventConnect Webinar
INFORMATION: More and more the field of sexual and domestic violence is using social change models as part of their prevention strategies. The commitment to social change and understanding sexual and domestic violence in the context of oppression is not without challenges. Learn from others whose approaches compliment or collaborate with a social justice approach in order to change the norms that support sexual and domestic violence.
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