VAWnet Event Calendar

Trans/nonbinary communities are disproportionately impacted by COVID and Long COVID. Many of us are navigating the effects of multiple forms of trauma, disability, and isolation, while trying to care for ourselves and others. In this event, FORGE staff will engage in conversation on the connections between COVID and trauma, strategize ways to build community care and navigate trauma, and share stories of moving through the world as COVID cautious trans/nonbinary people.

Have you ever had to carry out an action that felt fundamentally wrong in your work? Have you had to make a hard decision that went against your core values or beliefs? Have you witnessed deep harm happen that made you feel guilt or shame, and yet you were powerless to respond? You have likely experienced a moral injury at work. In this webinar, we will take a deep dive into the key concepts of moral distress and moral injury, with a focus on what it is and how it can show up in mission-driven environments.

This session will begin with a short recap of key concepts from Part 1, including stalking behaviors, tactics, and the intersection with domestic and sexual violence. We will then dive into real-world scenarios, providing an opportunity to discuss specific challenges and strategies for supporting survivors with disabilities. Participants will have the chance to ask questions, share insights, and collaborate on solutions for addressing the unique needs of those affected by stalking.

This 3-hour interactive workshop introduces the Liberatory Design approach. Learn how to create designs that interrupt inequity, transform power dynamics, and generate meaningful change. This session is designed for educators and leaders looking to gain actionable tools and strategies within an engaging, human-centered virtual space.

Ready to go beyond the basics? Domestic Violence 201 sessions offer a deeper exploration of critical topics that go beyond what’s covered in DV101. Each session focuses on a single, important subject, giving you the opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills. Sessions range from 1 to 3 hours, providing a focused and immersive learning experience. Join us as we take a closer look at the complexities of domestic violence and build our advocacy skills with deeper insights.

The Talk Story series explores critical issues related to advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. Each webinar of the series aims to facilitate peer-to-peer learning amongst advocates on emerging issues impacting services to survivors. The April 10th, 2025 Talk Story webinar will explore how to support criminalized and incarcerated survivors in our advocacy work.