A Community of One, The Bystander
Trendy campaigns such as “no means no” failed at decreasing acts of power based personal violence. A new approach involving everyday citizens commonly referred to as bystanders is necessary to reduce acts of violence within every community. In this session, presenters will demonstrate a direct, distract, and delegate bystander intervention model that any bystander can […]
Identity Change: The Process, Pitfalls and Safety Possibilities
Advances in technology have made it easy to connect with old friends, but it has also made it easier than ever for abusers to locate and stalk victims. Increasingly, survivors are seeking information and advice about identity change as a safety planning option. This workshop will provide you with information about what an identity change […]
When Someone I Love has been Sexually Assaulted: Care for Both Yourself and the Victim
Sexual Assault often has a ripple effect. It impacts the individual who was assaulted, the community in which he or she lives, as well as those that love and care for him/her. This workshop is designed to help individuals understand what sexual assault is, the impact it has on the victim, as well as the […]
Addressing the Challenges…Victim Advocacy in DV Offender Treatment
Are you working as a victim advocate with an offender treatment program? Or maybe you are interested in doing this work? This workshop is designed to promote greater inclusiveness of victim advocates in trainings, MTTs and the work of the DVOMB. We will discuss how to overcome obstacles that limit advocates ability to work within […]
Drama is Different: Recognizing Bullying in Girls
Bullying has become a household word as we are bombarded with messages through our schools and the media. It has become a “national crisis” but still little is known about relational aggression — or girl-to-girl bullying. The culture of Girl World will be examined in detail and light shone on how this culture is fortified […]
Some Call it Stalking . . . Some Call it Love?!
This presentation will address stalking dynamics, how people are stalked, why people stalk, and tips to support stalking victims. There are various barriers for stalking victims when it comes to reporting and even going to their friends and family for support may be difficult. Additional barriers marginalized populations face when it comes to reporting stalking […]