The historical roles and identities of Two-Spirit/Native LGBTQ people and how Native American Historical and the impact of Intergenerational Trauma on this community, including how this once honored and respected individual is now ostracized within our tribal communities. We will examine the high rates of violence, sexual assault and the vulnerabilities of our Two-Spirit/Native LGBTQ adult, youth, and community; as well as provide ways in which Tribal Colleges and Universities can ensure they are responding holistically to LGBTQ2S students impacted by sexual violence. We will highlight how the Two-Spirit/Native LGBTQ community is individually and collectively trying to bring balance, beauty, and acceptance back into our tribal communities.

Webinar to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on LGBTQ and 2 Spirit youth in Tribal Communities. Challenges such as social distancing and school closures will be discussed. As well as ways to affirm identity, build strong support systems, including supportive individuals and extracurricular activities.

11:00 am AK | 12:00 pm PST | 1:00 am MST | 2:00 pm CST |3:00 pm EST. Both OVW grantee requirements and state laws require programs to inform survivors of data breaches. However, data breach notifications can pose serious safety and privacy risks to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and must be thought through carefully. This webinar, offered by the NAAV Data Collection Project Development for Tribal Governments, addresses issues victim service programs must consider as they draft…

10:00 am AK | 11:00 am PST | 12:00 pm MST | 1:00 pm CST |2:00 pm EST A two-part webinar offered by the NAAV Data Collection Project Development for Tribal Governments. Infographics transform data into stories with pictures, making information more accessible and engaging for everyone. Presenting data with infographics is a compelling way to illustrate activities, barriers, and outcomes by sharing program content online, or on posters, brochures, and leaflets. In this interactive session, we will work to…

10:00 am AK | 11:00 am PST | 12:00 pm MST | 1:00 pm CST |2:00 pm EST Part 2 of the Infographics - Making Data Memorable webinar offered by the NAAV Data Collection Project Development for Tribal Governments. Programs who participated in the Part 1 infographic webinar will be able to share their infographics with other participating programs, and learn how to use the infographic they created to build or increase their program capacity.

Men are the neglected victim of all forms of sexual violence including being abused as a boy. Sexual abuse and violence are widespread in our society and denial is strong. The impact of sexual abuse and violence against heterosexual and gay men as adults and as children will be discussed. As well as the mental health issues experienced by LGBTQ2S+ Victims/Survivors and the issues that prevent the individual from having healthy relationships.

Report Writing in Tribal Domestic and Sexual Violence Cases Webinar. The training will provide practical tips on documenting witness and suspect statements, overcoming hearsay, and diagramming the crime scene to increase successful prosecution and conviction rates. This one-hour course is sponsored by the Office on Violence Against Women, United States Department of Justice and may enable participants to earn one hour of free Continuing Legal Education or Continuing Education Units in their jurisdiction.