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Event Details

 This 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.  

Event Date(s): 11/19/2019

Event Time(s): 09:00 AM

Credits: 19 Hours

Location

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta - Northlake
4156 Lavista Rd
Atlanta, GA 30084

Hotel Stipend

GCADV has a limited number of hotel stipends available to offset overnight lodging costs to attend this training. The stipend recipient(s) must be a full-time or part-time staff member of a GCADV member organization or state-certified family violence shelter and travel more than 120 miles one-way (240 roundtrip) to attend the training.

Apply Early: Stipends will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis to the staff members that meet the above travel distance requirements. You are encouraged to apply early since stipends are limited.

Approval Notification: Stipend approval confirmations will be emailed to recipients shortly after they are received and will specify the number of hotel rooms and nights approved.

Reservations: GCADV will make hotel reservations for stipend recipients and notify you of your confirmation number and reservation details. If you wish to reserve rooms in addition to your stipend, please contact GCADV for hotel information. NOTE: Hotel stipends are awarded on the condition that the registered person(s) attends the entire training. If stipend recipients do not attend the entire training, GCADV may invoice your program for the hotel costs.

Note: Hotel stipends are awarded on the condition that the registered person(s) attends the entire training. If stipend recipients do not attend the entire training, GCADV may invoice your program for the hotel costs.

To apply for a hotel stipend, please email achampion@gcadv.org and include the following information:

  1. Your organization name
  2. Estimated round trip mileage to attend the training
  3. Names of individuals attending/staying overnight
  4. Number of hotel nights requested
  5. Number of hotel rooms requested
  6. If you require an accessible room or any other special accommodations.

Registration for this training is currently full