VAWnet Event Calendar

The Deaf community experiences domestic and sexual violence at significantly higher rates and survivors often face numerous barriers that hinder their ability to seek help. Many service providers lack the necessary training to effectively respond to and support the unique needs of this community. 

After this session, participants will be able to: Understand what Neurodivergence means Identify 2 ways Neurodivergent clients may struggle in a Neurotypical environment. Identify 2 supports that you can put in place to be neuro-affirming to clients.

This webinar is designed for non-tribal law enforcement professionals and will focus on building more effective relations when working with tribal law enforcement and tribal elder protection teams on elder abuse cases. The webinar will also cover how to serve older Native American adults outside tribal communities. Participants will learn best practices for communicating with Native American elders, and better understand how Native elders may describe their experiences of abuse.

This introductory webinar will describe the dynamics and common tactics that characterize domestic violence. It will also provide an overview of the scope and impact on individuals and society.

Join this webinar with a panel of Tribal and non-Tribal law enforcement representatives for an indepth discussion on recognizing and responding to elder abuse in Tribal communities. This webinar will enhance collaboration among law enforcement, adult protective services, and other agencies to improve relationships and develop a coordinated response. Key topics include building strong community partnerships, forming multidisciplinary teams, and establishing Tribal Elder Protection Teams.

ResilienceCon is an international conference that offers opportunities to interact with colleagues who are interested in strengths-based approaches to understanding, preventing, and responding to violence and other adversities. ResilienceCon takes a multidimensional, ecological approach to overcoming trauma and emphasizes the role of social justice in individual and community wellbeing. ResilienceCon uses highly interactive formats and meets every April in Nashville, TN.