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This training addresses various aspects of service provision for child and youth advocacy in domestic violence settings. In this one-day training, advocates will be provided with information, tools, knowledge and strategies to use in direct practice with children, youth and caregivers. Topics include:

  • Strengthening advocate self-care practice
  • Exploring the impact of witnessing domestic violence on child development
  • Reviewing strategies to building relationships with non-offending caregivers
  • Developing and creating child-centered safety plans
  • Highlighting awareness of cultural humility
  • Discussing ideas for faciliating activities and outings
  • Assessing access to community resources

This training is designed to help support advocates of children and youth currently working in Georgia domestic violence shelters or community-based domestic violence service programs. 

This training is pending approval by the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council administering office for the STOP Formula Grant Program. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the trainers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council or the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

Event Date(s): 01/31/2020

Event Time(s): 09:00 AM

Credits: 6 Hours

Location

Courtyard Marriott Atlanta Executive Park/Emory
1236 Executive Park Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30329

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GCADV is pleased to provide accessibility accommodations, including American Sign Language interpreters, assistive listening devices, alternative formats of printed materials, and captioning upon request from persons who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing or are living with disabilities. Some accommodations require advance notice to ensure adequate time to prepare. If you need accessibility accommodations, please submit your request below at least two weeks prior to the beginning of the event. For more information please contact us.