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SUMMARY:Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation
DESCRIPTION:Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation \nGain an introduction into the psychology\, or mindset\, of those that commit sexually motivated crimes. Learn about sex offender typologies and patterns of behavior. Explore the relationship between paraphilia such as exhibitionism\, voyeurism\, and fetishism and criminal acts. Review and dissect real case examples to gain insight into offender modus operandi. Knowledge obtained can be applied during interview and interrogation to help resolve sexually motivated cases. \nThe deadline to register is October 27\, 2025. \nTraining Schedule:\nDecember 3\, 2025 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm\nDecember 4\, 2025 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nSituational vs. Preferential Sex Offenders and Paraphilia\nSexual Addiction\nChild Molesters\nCase Studies\nFemale Sex Offenders and Typologies for Female Child Molesters\nRapist Typologies with Case Studies
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/sexual-offenses-mind-and-motivation-2/
LOCATION:Samaritan Center for Health Education\, 740 SW 9th Street\, Newport\, OR\, 97365\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
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SUMMARY:Sexual Assault Tribal Advocate Institute (SATI)
DESCRIPTION:Sexual Assault Tribal Advocate Institute (SATI)\nEvent dates: November 3-7\, 2025\nRegistration: $750 per person\nRegistration opening in July \nSATI provides 40 hours of training to build the critical framework for Tribal Sexual Assault Advocates to effectively and appropriately respond to sexual Assault victims in their communities. Empower yourself to address sexual violence in Tribal communities through:\n-Historical context and foundational advocacy skills\n-Trauma-informed safety planning and survivor-centered care\n-Supporting diverse survivors with cultural humility\n-Confidentiality best practices and the role of forensic exams \nInteractive learning:\n-Engaging discussions and scenario-based exercises\n-Storytelling and creative handwork rooted in culture\n-Building connections with other advocates to strengthen community impact\n-This training will also prepare tribal advocates for seeking domestic violence advocacy certification and is the only training of its kind that includes relevant information that addresses tribal and federal responses. \nView the agenda
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/sexual-assault-tribal-advocate-institute/
LOCATION:The Antlers Hotel\, 4 S. Cascade Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20250930T161103Z
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SUMMARY:ENPs-CARE Community of Practice October Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ENPs-CARE Community of Practice October Meeting \nSexual violence has a profound impact on health and well-being. Indigenous patients often face additional barriers to healing due to past trauma\, systemic inequities\, and cultural misunderstandings in healthcare settings. This session will provide healthcare providers with knowledge and skills to deliver compassionate\, trauma-informed\, and traditionally responsive care to Indigenous patients who have experienced sexual violence. Participants will explore the factors that shape Indigenous health\, learn strategies to build trust and safety\, and gain practical approaches for fostering resilience and healing. \nLearning objectives:\nAfter this presentation\, participants have an increased knowledge of:\n1. Factors that influence the healthcare experiences of Indigenous patients who have experienced sexual violence.\n2. Trauma-informed and traditionally responsive strategies to foster trust\, safety\, and healing in clinical interactions.\n3. Best practices for providing patient-centered care that upholds the dignity\, resilience\, and values of Indigenous patients. \nEvent Details:\nOctober 22\, 2025\n12pm-1pm CST\nVirtual\nRegister here to receive Zoom link
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/enps-care-community-of-practice-october-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T140000
DTSTAMP:20251009T210258Z
CREATED:20251009T210258Z
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SUMMARY:20th Annual OVW Tribal Consultation Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:20th Annual OVW Tribal Consultation Office Hours \nJoin the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center for virtual office hours to receive support in developing testimony for the 20th Annual Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation. These collaborative sessions will help Tribal leaders and designated representatives craft impactful testimony that reflects their communities’ needs\, priorities\, and concerns regarding violence against American Indian and Alaska Native women. Participants can ask questions\, receive feedback\, and access resources. \nDate: October 21\, 2025\nTime: 11:00am PT/ 12:00pm MT/ 1:00pm CT/ 2:00pm ET \nRegister here
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/20th-annual-ovw-tribal-consultation-office-hours/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T170000
DTSTAMP:20250722T170813Z
CREATED:20250722T170813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T170813Z
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SUMMARY:Community Approaches to Sex Offender Management
DESCRIPTION:Community Approaches to Sex Offender Management \nCombat recidivism and sexual violence posed by sex offenders based on management and treatment best-practices. Learn how treatment\, supervision\, law enforcement\, and the community at large can increase the offender’s chances of a pro-social non-offending lifestyle. Explore response strategies for adults and juveniles who commit sexual offenses. \nRegistration deadline: October 10\, 2025 \nThis is a Live Online Instructor Led course. Pre-registration is required. You will receive virtual classroom instructions in your confirmation email and in communications leading up to training. \nTraining Schedule:\nOctober 14 | 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Central\nOctober 15 | 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Central
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/community-approaches-to-sex-offender-management/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251007T170000
DTSTAMP:20250722T164742Z
CREATED:20250722T164742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T164742Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation
DESCRIPTION:Sexual Offenses: Mind and Motivation \nGain an introduction into the psychology\, or mindset\, of those that commit sexually motivated crimes. Learn about sex offender typologies and patterns of behavior. Explore the relationship between paraphilia such as exhibitionism\, voyeurism\, and fetishism and criminal acts. Review and dissect real case examples to gain insight into offender modus operandi. Knowledge obtained can be applied during interview and interrogation to help resolve sexually motivated cases. \nThe deadline to register is September 2\, 2025. \nTraining Schedule:\nOctober 6\, 2025 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm\nOctober 7\, 2025 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nSituational vs. Preferential Sex Offenders and Paraphilia\nSexual Addiction\nChild Molesters\nCase Studies\nFemale Sex Offenders and Typologies for Female Child Molesters\nRapist Typologies with Case Studies
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/sexual-offenses-mind-and-motivation/
LOCATION:South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)\, 4400 Broad River Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29210\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20250617T203420Z
CREATED:20250617T202735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T203420Z
UID:2186-1759708800-1760140799@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Assault Tribal Advocate Institute (DATI)
DESCRIPTION:Domestic Assault Tribal Advocate Institute (DATI)\nEvent dates: October 6-10\, 2025\nRegistration $750 per person\nREGISTRATION OPENING IN JUNE (LINK not yet accessible) \nThis 40-hour training is designed to equip tribal advocates with the necessary skills for working effectively and efficiency with victims of domestic abuse. Trauma-informed safety planning and survivor-centered care. Engaging discussions and scenario-based exercises. Storytelling and creative work rooted in culture. \nKey Topics Include:\nCrisis intervention strategies and ensuring justice for survivors\nTactics of Power and Control\nRole of the Advocate\nCultural support aimed at promoting long-term healing\nDangerousness and Managing Safety\, including: Strangulation\, Stalking and Safety Planning\nUnderstanding the critical importance of confidentiality and mandated reporting and navigating ethical challenges\nAddressing complex issues in domestic violence response\nNavigating Tribal and Criminal Justice Systems \nThis training will also prepare tribal advocates for seeking domestic violence advocacy certification and is the only training of its kind that includes relevant information that addresses tribal and federal responses. \nView the agenda
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/domestic-assault-tribal-advocate-institute/
LOCATION:The Antlers Hotel\, 4 S. Cascade Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T170000
DTSTAMP:20250722T164106Z
CREATED:20250722T164106Z
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SUMMARY:Sex Offender Registration and Notification
DESCRIPTION:Sex Offender Registration and Notification \nSORN programs typically experience significant challenges related to staff turnover\, inadequate resources\, court challenges\, and lack of skill development opportunities. Whether you are new to this area of work or are experienced\, join us for an intensive two-day skill development training designed specifically for SORN personnel. During the training\, we will cover an introduction and overview of SORN laws\, registration of offenders\, community notification to the public\, and enforcement and compliance issues. Advanced skill development such as registrant monitoring and compliance\, and community notification meetings will also be covered. Participate in this interactive training which includes educational information\, ready-to-use resources\, case studies\, interactive discussion\, and opportunities to apply learned skills.
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/sex-offender-registration-and-notification/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20250317T163652Z
CREATED:20250317T160147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T163652Z
UID:2055-1757894400-1758326399@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:NCJTC Sexual Assault Investigation Academy
DESCRIPTION:National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) Sexual Assault Investigation Academy \nExplore strategies for conducting comprehensive sexual assault investigations. Learn how to support victims\, gather and maintain evidence\, manage crime scenes\, conduct effective interviews and interrogations\, utilize investigative resources (SANE nurses and support services)\, and prepare cases for prosecution. \nTopics discussed include: \n· Sex crimes\, elements of each offense\, and trends and truths \n· Victim services and methods to best serve victims of sexual assault \n· Investigative skills through case study and case prosecution outcomes \nLancaster\, Ohio\nSeptember 15-19\, 2025\nRegistration Fee: $625
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/ncjtc-sexual-assault-investigation-academy/
LOCATION:Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office\, 345 Lincoln Ave\, Lancaster\, OH\, 43130\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T143000
DTSTAMP:20250623T202821Z
CREATED:20250623T202611Z
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SUMMARY:Embracing Body Sovereignty During Medical Forensic Examinations
DESCRIPTION:Embracing Body Sovereignty During Medical Forensic Examinations \nDate: August 7\, 2025 at 2-3:30pm Eastern Time/1-2:30pm Central Time \nPresenters:\nChenel Vanden Berk\, BSFS\, JD\, RN\, SANE-A\, SANE-P\nInternational Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) \nKelsey Morris\, M.A\nInternational Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) \nThere have been reports of instances of interaction with healthcare\, for which a patient may have felt as though they were treated as if they were just a sum of physical parts that need fixing. This type of interaction can lead to the development of mistrust with the healthcare system\, leaving the patient feeling dehumanized. By contrast\, when a medical forensic exam is conducted by a trained clinician\, the exam process can be empowering to patients that have experienced interpersonal violence\, especially those that are American Indian/Alaska Native. The exam process allows these patients to receive medical care in a way that encourages body sovereignty. The promotion of patient’s having control over their own body is embedded throughout the medical forensic exam process. It embodies the essence of patient-centered care by asking the patient\, instead of taking from the patient. Allowing the establishment of physical boundaries instead of breaching boundaries\, while providing options to the patient. This approach may feel really important to American Indian/Alaska Native individuals. National guidance documents\, such as the National Protocol for Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examinations Adult/Adolescents\, recommends that care be provided to patients that have experienced sexual violence\, in a manner that shifts the power dynamics from the clinician as the healer\, to the patient\, the person in need of healing. \nREGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR \nThis project was supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-23-GK-03969-INDI awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women\, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are these of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Justice. 
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/embracing-body-sovereignty-during-medical-forensic-examinations/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T170000
DTSTAMP:20250807T203309Z
CREATED:20250807T203309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T203309Z
UID:2236-1754553600-1757350800@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:OVC FY25 Increasing Availability of Medical Forensic Examinations for Victims of Sexual Assault
DESCRIPTION:OVC FY25 Increasing Availability of Medical Forensic Examinations for Victims of Sexual Assault \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: Grants.gov: August 29; JustGrants: September 8 \nThis NOFO will provide funding to support the establishment or expansion of SANE/SAFE programs; increase the number of trained and certified SANEs to perform medical forensic exams through hiring and development programs; establish or enhance coordination between law enforcement agencies\, healthcare facilities\, and victim advocates; and retain SANE nurses by addressing vicarious trauma and burnout. \nView Here
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/ovc-fy25-increasing-availability-of-medical-forensic-examinations-for-victims-of-sexual-assault/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T170000
DTSTAMP:20250807T203506Z
CREATED:20250807T203506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T203506Z
UID:2237-1754553600-1755709200@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:OVC FY25 Services for Victims of Technology-Facilitated Abuse
DESCRIPTION:OVC FY25 Services for Victims of Technology-Facilitated Abuse \nGrants.gov Deadline August 15\, 2025\, 11:59 pm Eastern\nApplication JustGrants Deadline August 20\, 2025\, 8:59 pm Eastern \nThis NOFO will provide funding to support services to victims of technology-facilitated abuse\, defined as the use of technology and the Internet to bully\, harass\, stalk\, intimidate\, or control a victim. \nView Here
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/ovc-fy25-services-for-victims-of-technology-facilitated-abuse/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T170000
DTSTAMP:20250807T202812Z
CREATED:20250807T202812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T202812Z
UID:2235-1754553600-1755709200@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:OVC FY25 Emergency and Transitional Pet Shelter and Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence Program
DESCRIPTION:OVC FY25 Emergency and Transitional Pet Shelter and Housing Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence Program\n\nGrants.gov Deadline August 15\, 2025\, 11:59 pm Eastern\nApplication JustGrants Deadline August 20\, 2025\, 8:59 pm Eastern\nThis NOFO will provide funding for shelter and transitional housing and other assistance to victims of domestic violence and their companion animals (i.e.\, pets\, service animals\, emotional support animals\, and horses). \n\nView Here\n 
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/ovc-fy25-emergency-and-transitional-pet-shelter-and-housing-assistance-for-victims-of-domestic-violence-program/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T170000
DTSTAMP:20250807T202928Z
CREATED:20250807T202501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T202928Z
UID:2234-1754553600-1755709200@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:OVC FY25 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program Development and Operation Guide (Second Edition)
DESCRIPTION:OVC FY25 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program Development and Operation Guide (Second Edition)\nGrants.gov Deadline August 15\, 2025\, 11:59 pm Eastern\nApplication JustGrants Deadline August 20\, 2025\, 8:59 pm Eastern \nOVC FY25 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program Development and Operation Guide (Second Edition)\nThis NOFO will provide funding to support the updating of the OVC Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program Development and Operation Guide to ensure the field of forensic nursing remains responsive to the needs of survivors of sexual assault. \nView Here
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/ovc-fy25-sexual-assault-nurse-examiner-sane-program-development-and-operation-guide-second-edition/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T170000
DTSTAMP:20250807T220629Z
CREATED:20250807T220629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T220629Z
UID:2238-1754553600-1755104400@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:Activating Survivor Employment Rights Multidisciplinary Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Activating Survivor Employment Rights Multidisciplinary Learning Community \nMultidisciplinary teams are invited to participate in Futures Without Violence’s first Activating Survivor Employment Rights Cohort. Over the course of a few hours each month\, advocates and attorneys will gain invaluable skills\, co-create tools\, and develop connections to support the employment rights of domestic violence\, sexual assault\, and stalking survivors in their state.  The total anticipated time to complete this cohort is 14 hours over 3 months. \nAPPLICATIONS OPEN: Activating Survivor Employment Rights — A Multidisciplinary Learning Community \nWho should apply? Staff from domestic violence and sexual assault programs\, state coalitions\, attorneys\, and other community-based organizations. \nEXTENSION of Applications are due August 13\, 2025 \nSubmit Your Application Here
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/activating-survivor-employment-rights-multidisciplinary-learning-community/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T150000
DTSTAMP:20250806T192504Z
CREATED:20250806T192504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T192504Z
UID:2232-1754488800-1754492400@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:Civil Justice for Sex Trafficking & Sexual Assault Survivors in the United States
DESCRIPTION:Civil Justice for Sex Trafficking & Sexual Assault Survivors in the United States \nTODAY – Civil Justice for Sex Trafficking & Sexual Assault Survivors in the United States\nHosted by: Family Justice Center Alliance \nAbout\nThe civil justice system is drastically under-utilized by survivors to ensure they receive justice\, compensation\, and the resources to help them after victimization. While the criminal justice system targets and punishes the abusers\, it fails to provide recompense for survivors\, and it often overlooks the role of corporations and institutions in sex abuse and trafficking. Truly addressing and stopping sex abuse and trafficking requires tackling the problem from all angles. The civil justice system can fill in the gaps left in criminal cases. Yet\, the civil justice system is an option unknown to many survivors and those who work serving them.
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/civil-justice-for-sex-trafficking-sexual-assault-survivors-in-the-united-states/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTSTAMP:20250804T184103Z
CREATED:20250730T204006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T184103Z
UID:2229-1753833600-1756598399@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:Advocate Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Advocate Storytelling \nThe National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) invites Tribal domestic violence victim services advocates\, Tribal leaders\, and American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) victim-survivors to share their stories through written narratives\, capturing lessons learned\, challenges faced\, successes achieved\, and the lived experiences of victim-survivors in Indian Country. \nThese collective narratives will serve as a foundation for shaping meaningful recommendations\, identifying resource needs\, and supporting the development and sustainability of Tribal domestic violence programs. By elevating these voices\, this project also aims to raise broader awareness about the unique experiences of AI/AN victim-survivors and inform future advocacy\, policy\, and program efforts. \nSubmissions can be anonymous\, and no identifying info will be shared. Your story may help uplift the voices of Native survivors and shape meaningful change. \nSubmit Your Story
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/advocate-storytelling/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTSTAMP:20250428T185752Z
CREATED:20250428T185752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T185752Z
UID:2095-1753747200-1754006399@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:2025 Women are Sacred Conference
DESCRIPTION:The National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center is thrilled to announce the 2025 Women Are Sacred (WAS) Conference will take place July 29-31\, 2025\, at the Baird Convention Center in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin! One of the nation’s most inspiring and impactful gatherings\, the Women Are Sacred Conference is a cornerstone in the movement to end violence against Native women and children. This powerful event brings together advocates\, survivors\, Tribal domestic and sexual violence programs\, Tribal leadership\, law enforcement\, and Tribal court personnel—all united in the shared mission of creating safer\, stronger Tribal communities.\nUnder this year’s theme\, “Committed to Our Relatives: Tradition in Our Hearts\, Future in Our Hands\,” attendees will experience transformative training sessions\, engage in meaningful networking opportunities\, and learn from some of the most respected leaders\, advocates\, and experts driving change in Indian Country.
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/2025-women-are-sacred-conference/
LOCATION:Baird Convention Center\, Milwaukee\, Wisconsin
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T143000
DTSTAMP:20250715T215023Z
CREATED:20250707T192121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T215023Z
UID:2197-1752670800-1752676200@supportingourcircle.org
SUMMARY:TLPI Victim Advocacy Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Victim Advocacy Webinar \nDomestic Violence\, Sexual Assault\, Dating Violence and Stalking in Tribal Communities – Exploring root causes of violence\, discussing the challenges in seeking safety and holding offenders accountable. \nWednesday\, July 16\, 2025\n11:00am PT / 12:00pm MT / 1:00pm CT / 2:00pm ET \nWebinar #1 – First in a Series of Three Webinars Offered by the Tribal Law & Policy Institute.\nIn this first webinar\, participants will receive information about the crimes of domestic violence\, sexual assault\, dating violence and stalking as they occur in tribal communities. Presenter will discuss root causes of these crimes\, why they occur\, the impact of these crimes on victims\, and the challenges and struggles faced by victims and those impacted as seen through the eyes of an advocate. \nThis webinar will lay the foundation for the subsequent webinars that will focus closely on the legal needs of victims of sexual assault\, domestic violence\, dating violence and stalking as they occur in tribal communities. \nThis will be the first in a series on Victim Advocacy topics. Upcoming Victim Advocacy webinars will cover:\n· Walking in the Shoes of Victims from Tribal Communities: Needs of Victims of Domestic Violence\, Sexual Assault\, Dating Violence and Stalking\n· Reaching Across Jurisdictional Boundaries to Address Victim Safety and Promote Offender Accountability – Responding to Crimes of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault \nPresenter: Bonnie Clairmont\, Victim Advocacy Specialist\, Tribal Law and Policy Institute \nRegistration Link \nTribal VAWA website link
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/tlpi-victim-advocacy-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T163000
DTSTAMP:20250617T154741Z
CREATED:20250617T154345Z
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SUMMARY:Healing Through Words: Addressing Language Needs in the Response to Sexual Violence
DESCRIPTION:Healing Through Words: Addressing Language Needs in the Response to Sexual Violence \nJoin the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) for a webinar on addressing language needs in the response to sexual violence on Thursday\, June 26 from 3:00-4:30pm ET. \nThis webinar will be presented by Christina Love and Vicki Ybanez. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/healing-through-words-addressing-language-needs-in-the-response-to-sexual-violence/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20250623T173658Z
CREATED:20250623T173658Z
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SUMMARY:NCAI’s VAWA Task Force and UIHI Survey for Related Native Programs
DESCRIPTION:The “Sacred Responsibility: Protecting Our People” survey is intended for Native programs that primarily offer services related to domestic violence\, sexual assault\, human trafficking\, or other forms of violence. The survey is a collaboration with Urban Indian Health Institute (UIHI)\, Alaska Native Women’s Resource Center\, National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center\, StrongHearts Native Helpline\, and Alliance of Tribal Coalitions to End Violence\, to better understand the current services and potential impacts of federal funding cuts to Native DV/SA/MMIP programs nationwide. \n  \nInformation gathered will be used to create a report for Congress\, the Trump Administration\, Tribal Nations\, Tribal Organizations\, and Urban Indian Organizations\, to advocate for continued federal funding to uphold treaty and trust responsibilities. This snapshot will offer the very first national picture of American Indian and Alaska Natives seeking services\, number of unmet requests\, and the potential impact of federal funding cuts. \nTAKE THE SURVEY
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/ncais-vawa-task-force-and-uihi-survey-for-related-native-programs/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250606
DTSTAMP:20250605T171734Z
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SUMMARY:National Day of Action
DESCRIPTION:June 5th\, 2025 is the National Day of Action to demand protection and investment in federal funding for sexual assault and domestic violence services and protection. \nThese resources provide critical services that ensure safety\, stability\, and recovery for victims and their children. Any change or reduction to this funding would jeopardize these vital services\, leaving survivors without the life-saving support they need to escape violence\, recover\, and heal. \nOn this National Day of Action\, contact your members of Congress and urge them to protect existing victim services funding and to support increased funding for victim services across the country. \nTAKE ACTION: \nWho is your Member of Congress?  \nYou can find your Senator at https://www.senate.gov/senators/contact and your Representative at https://ziplook.house.gov/htbin/findrep_house?ZIP=.  \nCall their office  \nTo contact your Senators and Representative by phone\, call the US Capitol Switchboard at 202-224-3121 and ask to be connected to these offices\, or find their phone numbers on their websites.  \nEmail their staff directly \nIf possible\, we recommend this method of contacting your Member’s office\, as it allows you to build a relationship with the staffer who is working on our issues for the Member of Congress and share your concerns directly with them. See here for a staff contact list. We suggest emailing their women’s issues staff\, their judiciary staff\, their legislative directors\, and their appropriations staff. \nEmail through their website  \nTo contact your Senators and Representatives by email\, go to their website and click on the ‘contact us’ link.
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/national-day-of-action/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T130000
DTSTAMP:20250403T144949Z
CREATED:20250403T144949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T144949Z
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SUMMARY:SWIWC Sexual Assault Awareness Month Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Southwest Indigenous Women’s Coalition’s (SWIWC) Sexual Assault Awareness Month Webinar Series \nApril 21\, 2025 | Healing from Trauma Through Art: Herstory by Caroline F. Antone \nJoin SWIWC’s Webinar Series in April. When you register\, pick the days you would like to attend\, one or all days. Each date will have a separate Zoom link\, please save this to your calendar for easier access. \nEach webinar begins at 10:00 a.m. MST/Phx Time. Find your time zone here: TimeZone\nIf you have questions\, please contact tania.harvey@swiwc.org. Thank you! \nRegistration link: https://swiwc.coalitionmanager.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/12
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/swiwc-sexual-assault-awareness-month-webinar-series-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250414T130000
DTSTAMP:20250403T144852Z
CREATED:20250403T144852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T144852Z
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SUMMARY:SWIWC Sexual Assault Awareness Month Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Southwest Indigenous Women’s Coalition’s (SWIWC) Sexual Assault Awareness Month Webinar Series \nApril 14\, 2025 | Sexual Assault Advocacy Within the School System \nJoin SWIWC’s Webinar Series in April. When you register\, pick the days you would like to attend\, one or all days. Each date will have a separate Zoom link\, please save this to your calendar for easier access. \nEach webinar begins at 10:00 a.m. MST/Phx Time. Find your time zone here: TimeZone\nIf you have questions\, please contact tania.harvey@swiwc.org. Thank you! \nRegistration link: https://swiwc.coalitionmanager.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/12
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/swiwc-sexual-assault-awareness-month-webinar-series-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T153000
DTSTAMP:20250317T165228Z
CREATED:20250317T165209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T165228Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Healing through words: Addressing Language Needs in the Response to Sexual Violence
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Healing through words: Addressing Language Needs in the Response to Sexual Violence \nThis webinar will explore the impact that language has on the healing journey of survivors of sexual violence\, particularly within Tribal communities. The presenters will examine how language can be harmful and internalized\, as well as how it can influence survivors’ self-perception\, identity\, and relationships with those who respond to sexual violence. Through this session\, the presenters will highlight the role that language has in a survivor’s healing journey and the importance of utilizing trauma-informed language in creating an environment that fosters healing and empowerment. \nVirtual Event\nApril 9\, 2025\n12pm PDT/ 1pm MT/ 2pm CT/ 3PM ET
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/2064/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T130000
DTSTAMP:20250403T144632Z
CREATED:20250403T144632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T144632Z
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SUMMARY:SWIWC Sexual Assault Awareness Month Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Southwest Indigenous Women’s Coalition’s (SWIWC) Sexual Assault Awareness Month Webinar Series \nApril 7\, 2025 | Connecting the History of Sexual Violence to Domestic Violence\, Sex Trafficking and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives \nJoin SWIWC’s Webinar Series in April. When you register\, pick the days you would like to attend\, one or all days. Each date will have a separate Zoom link\, please save this to your calendar for easier access. \nEach webinar begins at 10:00 a.m. MST/Phx Time. Find your time zone here: TimeZone\nIf you have questions\, please contact tania.harvey@swiwc.org. Thank you! \nRegistration link: https://swiwc.coalitionmanager.org/eventmanager/trainingevent/seriesdetails/12
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/swiwc-sexual-assault-awareness-month-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250326
DTSTAMP:20250317T164538Z
CREATED:20250317T164315Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Assault Tribal Advocate Institute (SATI)
DESCRIPTION:Sexual Assault Tribal Advocate Institute (SATI) \nSATI provides training to build the critical framework for Tribal Sexual Assault Advocates to effectively and appropriately respond to sexual assault survivors in their communities. \nThe training includes crisis intervention\, understanding trauma and decolonizing trauma\, cultural supports for long-term healing\, informed consent\, confidentiality and mandated reporting\, challenging issues\, working with the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner\, and working with the criminal justice response. \nAntlers Hotel\, Colorado Springs\, Colorado\nMarch 24-25\, 2025\nRegistration Fee: $750
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/sexual-assault-tribal-advocate-institute-sati-2/
LOCATION:The Antlers Hotel\, 4 S. Cascade Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T133000
DTSTAMP:20250317T165712Z
CREATED:20250317T165654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T165712Z
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SUMMARY:Advocating for the Employment Rights of Survivors of Domestic Violence\, Sexual Assault\, Stalking\, and Harassment
DESCRIPTION:Advocating for the Employment Rights of Survivors of Domestic Violence\, Sexual Assault\, Stalking\, and Harassment \nFebruary 4 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EST \nIn this interactive session\, participants will learn how domestic violence\, sexual assault\, and stalking\, impact survivors’ ability to obtain and maintain employment. We will discuss how state and local employment laws that address these impacts can support survivors\, empowering survivors to access both safety and stable employment. ASL and Spanish interpretation will be available for this event.\nREGISTER HERE – https://workplacesrespond.org/event/advocating-for-the-employment-rights-of-survivors-of-domestic-violence-sexual-assault-stalking-and-harassment/.
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/advocating-for-the-employment-rights-of-survivors-of-domestic-violence-sexual-assault-stalking-and-harassment/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTSTAMP:20240909T182609Z
CREATED:20240909T182609Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Assault Tribal Advocate Institute (SATI)
DESCRIPTION:Sexual Assault Tribal Advocate Institute\nSATI provides training to build the critical framework for Tribal Sexual Assault Advocates to effectively and appropriately respond to sexual assault survivors in their communities. \nThe training includes crisis intervention\, understanding trauma and decolonizing trauma\, cultural supports for long-term healing\, informed consent\, confidentiality and mandated reporting\, challenging issues\, working with the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner\, and working with the criminal justice response. \nColorado Springs\, Colorado\nNovember 4-8\, 2024\nRegistration Fee: $750 \nAfter registration is complete\, you will receive an email with information to secure your lodging.
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/sexual-assault-tribal-advocate-institute-sati/
LOCATION:The Antlers Hotel\, 4 S. Cascade Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240412
DTSTAMP:20240318T111328Z
CREATED:20240318T102606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T111328Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Sovereign Responses to Sex Trafficking in Indian Country and Alaska Conference
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to attend the 2024 Strengthening Sovereign Responses to Sex Trafficking in Indian Country and Alaska Conference\, in San Francisco\, California\, from April 9-11\, 2024\, with pre-conference April 8. \nRegister now at www.supportingourcircle.com. \n\n\nThe conference plenaries and workshop sessions are designed to equip tribal programs and their partners with critical information and tools necessary to plan and implement comprehensive\, culturally-based strategies to combat sex trafficking in Indian Country and Alaska Native communities while highlighting key issues to improve systemic responses to\, and support for\, American Indian/Alaska Native survivors of sex trafficking. \n\nWho should attend: Tribal Crime Victim Advocates; Healthcare Professionals; Law Enforcement; Prosecutors; Tribal Leaders; Tribal Gaming; Commercial enterprises; Travel and Tourism; Hotel staff; Service providers working with AI/AN sex trafficking survivors; Others wanting to learn more about developing comprehensive Tribal responses to sex trafficking in Tribal communities. \n\nAdditional questions can be emailed to NICSAclearinghouse@miwsac.org
URL:https://supportingourcircle.org/event/strengthening-sovereign-responses-to-sex-trafficking-in-indian-country-and-alaska-conference/
LOCATION:Hotel Nikko\, San Francisco\, CA
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