Advanced Advocacy Training SeriesGCADV is pleased to announce our 2023 Advanced Advocacy Training Series*. This training series will apply a trauma-informed, survivor-centered lens to some of the more challenging aspects of advocacy. Sessions will be held the 3rd Thursday of each month and will include a 1-hour presentation** followed by an optional 30 minutes for practice, discussion, scenarios, and role plays***. Registration will remain open throughout the series. Advocates may choose which sessions to attend – attendance of all sessions is not required to participate. Schedule of Session Topics: • March 16: Goal setting with survivors • April 20: Outward-facing advocacy vs. survivor emotional support • May 18: Supporting survivors as parents • June 15: Addressing substance abuse and addiction • July 20: Navigating mental health • August 17: Time limits, terminations, and evictions • September 21: Mandated reporting *Attendees only need to register once for the series; credits will be applied to the attendee certificate as individual sessions are completed. Each session is a stand-alone session and attendance is optional. **The first hour presentation portion of the session will be recorded and made available to those who have registered for the series. ***The last 30 minutes of each session is optional and will be highly interactive. Attendance of this part of the session will require access to both camera and microphone. 06/15/2023 10:00 AM - 09/21/2023 11:30 AM |
Domestic Violence: What Every Front-line Advocate Should KnowThis training is designed to provide new advocates and domestic violence program staff the basic principles of working with victims of domestic violence. A variety of topics are addressed including: • Dynamics of domestic violence • Barriers faced by victims • Cultural humility • Lethality indicators • Safety planning • Crisis intervention and crisis line work • Advocacy foundations such as empowerment, ethics and confidentiality This interactive training is provided by GCADV staff utilizing lecture, small group activities, role-plays, audiovisuals, and exciting discussion. The training is an excellent opportunity for new advocates to gain a thorough understanding of domestic violence advocacy or for experienced advocates looking for a “refresher” on core knowledge and skills. 08/15/2023 09:00 AM - 08/17/2023 05:00 PM |
Domestic Violence: What Every Front-line Advocate Should KnowThis training is designed to provide new advocates and domestic violence program staff the basic principles of working with victims of domestic violence. A variety of topics are addressed including: • Dynamics of domestic violence • Barriers faced by victims • Cultural humility • Lethality indicators • Safety planning • Crisis intervention and crisis line work • Advocacy foundations such as empowerment, ethics and confidentiality This interactive training is provided by GCADV staff utilizing lecture, small group activities, role-plays, audiovisuals, and exciting discussion. The training is an excellent opportunity for new advocates to gain a thorough understanding of domestic violence advocacy or for experienced advocates looking for a “refresher” on core knowledge and skills. 12/04/2023 09:00 AM - 12/11/2023 11:59 AM |