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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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- NRCDV Publications
August 2021
How can faith communities support survivors experiencing domestic violence and housing instability?
Publisher(s): Survivors need flexible, affordable, and safe housing options to achieve safety and lasting stability. The August 2021 Technical Assistance Question of the Month (TAQ) explores how faith leaders can work to address domestic violence and support the housing needs of survivors in their communities.
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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
How are pandemic-era lessons impacting the ways we prevent sexual violence?
Publisher(s): Meeting the immediate needs of the community in the pandemic has a lot to do with preventing sexual violence. The July 2021 TA Question of the Month explores the ways in which sexual violence prevention work has shifted in response to lessons learned from COVID-19.
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July 2021
Centering Racial Equity in Measurement and Evaluation: Emerging Lessons and Guidance from Human Service Nonprofits
Publisher(s): Many nonprofit organizations that provide direct human services are exploring how racial equity and inclusion (REI) and performance measurement collectively inform decision-making and strategies that affect their core mission. Starting from this mission orientation, organizations can benefit from guidance on operationalizing racial equity values within their measurement and evaluation work and acknowledging the systemic barriers that influence client outcomes.
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July 2021
New Social Security Numbers for Domestic Violence Victims
Publisher(s):This guidance from the Social Security Administration, available in English and Spanish, reviews the process for victims of domestic violence to obtain a new social security number.
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July 2021
Prioritizing Financial Security in the Movement to End IPV: A Roadmap
Publisher(s): This report from FreeFrom examines stories, challenges, and solutions from over 50 service providers working in the IPV movement and provides a roadmap for what integrating financial work into the movement to end IPV could look like.
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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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July 2021
We Can Prevent Childhood Adversity
Publisher(s): This infographic from the CDC shows the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how preventing ACEs can help create neighborhoods and communities where every child thrives.
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July 2021
Assessing Our Capacity for Serving Male Survivors of Sexual Violence
Publisher(s):This self-assessment tool helps reflect on your organization’s current work serving men who have experienced sexual violence. The tool offers reflection questions related to individual and organizational capacity to serve male survivors.









