Understanding the Nexus of Sexual Violence and the Science of Addiction Webinar: IAFN

2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Many people do not understand why or how other people become addicted to drugs. They may mistakenly think that those who use drugs lack moral principles or willpower and that they could stop their drug use simply by choosing to do so. Drug addiction is a complex disease, and quitting usually takes more than good intentions or a strong will. Drugs change the brain in ways that make quitting hard, even for those who want to quit. Fortunately, researchers know more than ever about how drugs affect the brain. Learning objective: Participants will learn the science of addiction. They will leave with the ability to explain why substance use disorders are a disease of the brain as well as a disability.

Understanding the Nexus of Sexual Violence and the Science of Addiction Webinar: IAFN2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Trafficking in the Digital World – What is Happening Online for Indigenous People: MIWSAC

2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Advocates other service providers require continued education on the new dangers online. Since the pandemic, there are many new criminal and digital threats that are unknown to many doing this work. Please join us as we discuss what to look for, how to monitor, current trends/apps, and support digital trafficking survivors while creating safer online life-ways in Indigenous communities.

Trafficking in the Digital World – What is Happening Online for Indigenous People: MIWSAC2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Walking Alongside Two-spirit Survivors of Violence and Trafficking: A Personal Healing Journey, MSH-TA Webinar Series

2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Two-spirit youth are at high risk of violence and exploitation. They are also often overlooked and underserved in the systems meant to protect them. Through the lens of her personal story of being trafficked, Jessica Gidagaakoons Smith, a two-spirit survivor and legal scholar, will present her extensive research on the MMIWG2S epidemic and discuss ways that agencies can start implementing changes and educating advocates to better serve all survivors by being culturally supportive and inclusive.

Walking Alongside Two-spirit Survivors of Violence and Trafficking: A Personal Healing Journey, MSH-TA Webinar Series2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Virtual Training – Housing and Advocate Response Teams (HART): Partnerships Beyond Basic Housing, Red Wind Consulting

2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Two top concerns for survivors of domestic violence are safe housing and economic resources to maintain safety. Advocates are consistently seeking safe housing options for survivors, and housing authorities are looking for ways to build in programming to enhance family stability. How can Tribal advocates and Tribal housing authorities build a collaborative team in order to address these top concerns? This 3-day virtual conference will provide guidance on how a housing multi- disciplinary team can work together, through crisis and long-term responses, to fill Tribal housing gaps.

Virtual Training – Housing and Advocate Response Teams (HART): Partnerships Beyond Basic Housing, Red Wind Consulting2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Systems Advocacy Responses for Housing Q & A Session: Red Wind Consulting

2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

A follow-up Q&A session for April 8th’s webinar on Systems Advocacy Responses for Housing: Advocates struggle with a lack of available and affordable housing in tribal communities, while survivors face barriers getting their housing applications approved. Federal funds have just been released to tribes and tribal housing authorities to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic. These funds can be used for system-level changes, including tribal housing development and improvements. Covid-19 and "stay at home" orders have created additional dangers for victims and increased the need for safe housing to flee from violence. This webinar brainstormed ideas, and gave specific examples from other tribal communities. Also covered were approaches for educating and advocating for short and long-term system responses to meet the needs of survivors, as well as new resources, tools, and ongoing technical assistance available to make these system level changes realistically manageable.

Systems Advocacy Responses for Housing Q & A Session: Red Wind Consulting2021-12-07T15:18:25+00:00

Systems Advocacy Responses for Housing Webinar: Red Wind Consulting

2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

Advocates struggle with a lack of available and affordable housing in tribal communities, while survivors face barriers getting their housing applications approved. Federal funds have just been released to tribes and tribal housing authorities to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic. These funds can be used for system-level changes, including tribal housing development and improvements. We know that Covid-19 and "stay at home" orders have created additional dangers for victims and increased the need for safe housing to flee from violence. This webinar will help brainstorm ideas, and give specific examples from other tribal communities. Presenters will review approaches for educating and advocating for short and long-term system responses to meet the needs of survivors. You’ll hear about new resources, tools, and ongoing technical assistance available to make these system level changes realistically manageable.

Systems Advocacy Responses for Housing Webinar: Red Wind Consulting2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

Weaving Our Wisdom by Decolonizing Our Work: MSH-TA Webinar Series

2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

Online session examining some of the current habits that impact our daily lives through our organizations, community structures, and the ways that we move through the world. We will explore how we have taken on harmful attitudes and behaviors that do not reflect our values as Native people. We will create space to reflect on how we can decolonize our own individual practices to make change for our communities by weaving together our collective wisdom to end gender-based violence.

Weaving Our Wisdom by Decolonizing Our Work: MSH-TA Webinar Series2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

Tech Safety in Indian Country for Survivors Webinar: Native Women’s Society of the Great Plains

2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

A webinar for advocates to learn about or refresh their safety tips, information and privacy skills, and strategies for survivors on the use of technology. The first hour will focus on how to keep survivors safe in the digital age. The second hour of the webinar will highlight online safety and privacy for advocates and working remotely.

Tech Safety in Indian Country for Survivors Webinar: Native Women’s Society of the Great Plains2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

Progress Reporting for July to December 2020 Webinar: VAWA Measuring Effectiveness Initiative

2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

A webinar on the process for completing the OVW Programs July to December 2020 Semi-Annual Progress Report. Including how to access your progress report, review the tools and resources that are available to help, and demonstrate how to submit the report in the JustGrants system.

Progress Reporting for July to December 2020 Webinar: VAWA Measuring Effectiveness Initiative2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

Progress Reporting for July to December 2020 Webinar: VAWA Measuring Effectiveness Initiative

2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00

A webinar on the process for completing the OVW Programs July to December 2020 Semi-Annual Progress Report. Including how to access your progress report, review the tools and resources that are available to help, and demonstrate how to submit the report in the JustGrants system.

Progress Reporting for July to December 2020 Webinar: VAWA Measuring Effectiveness Initiative2021-12-07T15:18:26+00:00
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