This fall, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) will mark its 10-year anniversary and re-dedicate our commitment to strengthening tribal responses to safety for Native women and their children. Join us for a live webinar showcase of NIWRC’s support Read more…
Training: The Alaska Comprehensive Forensic Training Academy (ACFTA) promotes forensic training for nurses and health care providers to build the capacity of communities when responding to all types of violence. This free course consists of 20-25 hours of independent online Read more…
Since its launch in 2015, BJA’s Sexual Assault Toolkit Initiative has improved the response to sexual assault by identifying and apprehending offenders and by addressing unsubmitted sexual assault kits. Learn more about how this program recently solved a 36-year-old cold Read more…
American Indians and Alaska Natives have a significantly higher risk of experiencing domestic violence. Find resources about the identification, assessment, and interventions for domestic violence at https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/systemwide/diverse-populations/americanindian/mentalhealth/domestic/
Tribal leaders and advocates: want to share a Domestic Violence Awareness proclamation? Check out NIWRC’s Sample Proclamation for DVAM here: https://bit.ly/3moQyX9 Download, customize, and share! #WomenAreSacred #DVAM
Resource: The Office for Victims of Crime Tribal Financial Management Center provides free training, technical assistance, and resources to support American Indian and Alaska Native communities as they successfully manage the financial aspects of their federal awards. Financial specialists are Read more…
Resource: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). The Office for Victims of Crime offers a wealth of resources and information to support victim service programs in commemorating DVAM. Learn more at https://ovc.ojp.gov/news/featured-resources/october-2021-featured-resources
Training: The Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center’s “Understanding Human Trafficking” training includes five interactive online modules that offer foundational learning on trauma-informed and victim-centered approaches to human trafficking. Access the training modules at https://www.ovcttac.gov/UnderstandingHumanTrafficking/index.cfm?nm=wbt&ns=ot&nt=ht
NO Survivor Justice without Racial Justice #DVAM2021 #1Thing https://www.facebook.com/NRCDV/posts/3893272477439643
Resource: The National School Safety Center (NSSC) invites you to participate in “America’s Safe Schools Week” from October 17-23, 2021. NSSC’s goal in this campaign is to motivate key education and law enforcement policymakers, as well as students, parents, and Read more…