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September 2021
Human Trafficking Training
Publisher(s):A free introductory training that builds foundational knowledge of human trafficking, dispels common myths, and equips participants to recognize and respond to trafficking through a survivor-centered, systems-focused approach.
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- NRCDV Publications
September 2021
List of Black-Led Health Equity Organizations
Publisher(s): #1Thing you can do to center health equity and racial justice in your work is to learn from, partner with, and amplify the work of these Black-led organizations. This list (organized in alphabetical order) is not exhaustive, but it is a starting point.
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August 2021
The Science of Sexuality and Aging
Publisher(s):This presentation challenges ageist assumptions about older adults and sexuality by emphasizing that sexual expression, intimacy, pleasure, and sexual well-being can remain important throughout aging, including for marginalized and LGBTQ+ older adults.
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August 2021
The Effects of Exposure to Domestic Violence on Babies and Children
Publisher(s):Presented by Judge Carol Kelly and Judge Rolando Prescott, this court-mandated educational video addresses parents involved in domestic violence cases to explain how exposure to abuse physically and emotionally damages children. Watch to explore how domestic violence impairs infant brain architecture, activates toxic stress, alters DNA, and impacts long-term child development.
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August 2021
Understanding Sex Offender Motivation: Helping Children and Families Heal
Publisher(s):This webinar explores the behaviors of individuals who commit sexual offenses against children and examines how a family-centered, trauma-informed approach can support healing, accountability, and long-term safety for survivors and their families.
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July 2021
Disclosure of Child Sexual Abuse
Publisher(s):Presented by Consultant Pediatrician Dr. Michelle Cutland, this webinar provides an insightful overview of child sexual abuse statistics, the complex barriers to disclosure, and key practice strategies for professionals responding to young survivors.
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- NRCDV Publications
July 2021
TA Bundle: Community Care & Resilience
Publisher(s): This Technical Assistance (TA) Bundle includes TA and training resources from NRCDV to support those who wish to invest in healing-centered community care. This approach nurtures resilient and equitable communities where those most marginalized can thrive. It fosters collective healing and liberation.
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June 2021
Working with Male Survivors: Talking to Men with Disabilities About Sexual Assault
Publisher(s):Centers the voices and needs of male survivors with intellectual and developmental disabilities, stressing the importance of accessible, respectful care.
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June 2021
Working with Male Survivors: Healing at Sexual Assault Centers and Beyond
Publisher(s):Offers insights from professionals on how to effectively support male survivors through trauma-informed, inclusive practices.
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June 2021
5 Things Every Woman Should Know About Social Security
Publisher(s):This document reviews key entitlements and qualifications for receiving social security benefits, including in the context of divorce or loss.
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June 2021
A Health Equity Approach to Preventing Sexual Violence
Publisher(s): Preventing sexual violence means we all must address deep-rooted abuses of power that contribute to inequities in health, safety, and well-being. This publication from the National Sexual Violence Resource Center and Prevention Institute offers insight into how employ a health equity approach to sexual violence prevention.
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May 2021
Supporting Men and Boy Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Publisher(s):This training presentation raises awareness about the prevalence of sexual violence against men and boys, highlights the role of socialization and masculinity, and explores the barriers male survivors face in accessing services.









