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2024-11-04 00:00:00.0

November 2024

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NVAA Effective Management Series: Building Resiliency in Victim Service Organizations

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Building Resiliency in Victim Service Organizations training, which will be delivered online. This 3-week training provides a resiliency model and explains how it can be applied to organizations. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: Acknowledging Resiliency, November 25–29, no webinar.
  • Week 1: The Five Core Elements of Resiliency, December 2–6, webinar on December 5.
  • Week 2: Identifying Strategies for Building Resiliency in Victim Service Organizations, December 9–13, webinar on December 12.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–4:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted November 4, 2024)

2024-10-29 00:00:00.0

October 2024

ForensicNurses24

Forensic Nurses Week

In preparation for Forensic Nurses Week, November 4–10, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted October 29, 2024)

2024-10-29 00:00:00.0

October 2024

NativeAmerican24

National Native American Heritage Month

In preparation for National Native American Heritage Month this November, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted October 29, 2024)

2024-10-29 00:00:00.0

October 2024

TransgenderRemembrance24

Transgender Day of Remembrance

In recognition of Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted October 29, 2024)

2024-10-10 00:00:00.0

October 2024

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NVAA Effective Management Series: Developing and Sustaining Collaborations 

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We are now accepting applications for the Developing and Sustaining Collaborations training, which will be delivered online. This 4-week training will identify methods that you can use to explore, plan, implement, and evaluate strategic collaborations. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: The Foundations of Collaboration: October 28–November 1, (no webinar this week).
  • Learner Orientation: October 31.
  • Week 1: Forming Collaborations: November 4–8, webinar on November 7.
  • Week 2: Collaboration in Action: November 11–15, webinar on November 14.
  • Week 3: Evaluating the Outcomes: November 18–22, webinar on November 21.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–4:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted October 10, 2024)

2024-10-10 00:00:00.0

October 2024

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Untangling POA Abuse: Equipping Law Enforcement for Effective Response

A recording of the Elder Justice Initiative webinar on “Untangling POA Abuse: Equipping Law Enforcement for Effective Response” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Elder Justice Initiatve Webinar Series page.

This webinar offers guidance on investigating and prosecuting abuse and financial exploitation involving POAs, helping law enforcement and prosecutors to discern when and why actions involving these instruments may constitute crimes. 

(Posted October 10, 2024)

2024-09-26 00:00:00.0

September 2024

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

In preparation for Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted September 26, 2024)

2024-09-26 00:00:00.0

September 2024

DomesticViolence24

National Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

In preparation for National Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month this October, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted September 26, 2024)

2024-09-19 00:00:00.0

September 2024

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October Expert Q&A

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On October 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET, OVC TTAC will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Gael Strack on "Interpersonal Violence and Strangulation."

This session will discuss how providers can help mitigate long-term damage by recognizing signs of strangulation, properly documenting any evidence of abuse, and providing referrals for seeking safety assistance.

Register now to submit your own questions.

(Posted September 19, 2024)

2024-09-12 00:00:00.0

September 2024

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Expert Q&A Recording: Providing Trauma-Informed Supervision

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A recording of the August Expert Q&A session on “Providing Trauma-Informed Supervision” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page.

This session discusses the challenges and benefits of providing trauma-informed supervision. This type of supervision is grounded in an understanding of trauma and its effects on individuals’ thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships.

(Posted September 12, 2024)

2024-08-29 00:00:00.0

August 2024

Remembrance24

National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims

In preparation for the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims this September 25, OVC TTAC offers several resources on serving homicide victims/co-survivors:

(Posted August 29, 2024)

2024-08-29 00:00:00.0

August 2024

Preparedness24

National Preparedness Month

To plan for National Preparedness Month in September, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted August 29, 2024)

2024-08-29 00:00:00.0

August 2024

CampusSafety24

National Campus Safety Awareness Month

In preparation for National Campus Safety Awareness Month in September, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted August 29, 2024)

2024-08-23 00:00:00.0

August 2024

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Elder Justice Initiatve Webinars

Registration is now open for our upcoming Elder Justice Initiative webinars.

Untangling POA Abuse: Equipping Law Enforcement for Effective Response
September 6, 2024 from 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

This webinar will offer guidance on investigating and prosecuting abuse and financial exploitation involving POAs, helping law enforcement and prosecutors to discern when and why actions involving these instruments may constitute crimes.
Register now

Recognizing Trauma in Older Adults and Adopting Trauma-Informed Principles: Implications for Law Enforcement
October 10, 2024 from 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

This webinar will focus on how understanding trauma can improve engagement with older victims and create more positive outcomes for law enforcement investigations.
Register now

Utilizing Decision-Making Capacity Assessments in Criminal Cases 
November 14, 2024 from 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET

This webinar will discuss the concept of decision-making capacity and how it is assessed.
Register now

(Posted August 23, 2024)

2024-08-23 00:00:00.0

August 2024

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NVAA Effective Management Series: Pathways in Victim Services

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We are now accepting applications for the Pathways in Victim Services training, which will be delivered online. This 6-week training explores and builds skills within three paths—advocacy, public speaking, and activism. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: Introduction to Victim Services: September 16–20, (no webinar this week).
  • Learner Orientation: September 19.
  • Week 1: Making an Impact in Victim Services: September 23–27, webinar on September 26.
  • Week 2: Exploring the Path to Victim Advocacy: September 30–October 4, webinar on October 3.
  • Week 3: Exploring the Path to Public Speaking: October 7–11, webinar on October 10.
  • Week 4: Exploring the Path in Activism: October 14–18, webinar on October 17.
  • Week 5: Navigating the Workplace in the Victim Services Field: October 21–25, webinar on October 24.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted August 23, 2024)

2024-08-15 00:00:00.0

August 2024

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Empowering Victims & Victim Service Providers: Navigating Media Pressure and Safeguarding Privacy

A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Empowering Victims & Victim Service Providers: Navigating Media Pressure and Safeguarding Privacy” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page.

This webinar provides participants with real, life-tested, usable tips on how to help victims navigate intense media interest and pressures and learn strategies on how you can help interested victims and survivors work with journalists to make sure their voices are heard, and their stories are represented accurately.

(Posted August 15, 2024)

2024-08-05 00:00:00.0

August 2024

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OVC TTAC Website Updates

OVC TTAC will be removing outdated trainings and materials throughout the website on August 9, 2024. If you wish to access any of these resources, please do so prior to August 8, 2024.

(Posted August 5, 2024)

2024-08-01 00:00:00.0

August 2024

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Elder Justice Initiative: Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team Coordinator Training

A recording of the Elder Justice Initiative webinar on “Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team Coordinator Training” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Elder Justice Initiatve Webinar Series page.

This webinar examines the elements of successful collaborative teams, ways to enhance team engagement, and the skills needed to facilitate productive elder abuse case review meetings.

(Posted August 1, 2024)

2024-07-29 00:00:00.0

July 2024

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August Expert Q&A

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On August 14, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET, OVC TTAC will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Aubrey Lloyd and Victoria Shelton on "Providing Trauma-Informed Supervision."

This session will discuss the challenges and benefits to providing trauma-informed supervision. This type of supervision is grounded in an understanding of trauma and its effects on individuals’ thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships.

Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information.

(Posted July 29, 2024)

2024-07-26 00:00:00.0

July 2024

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Elder Justice Initiative: Current State of Knowledge Regarding Fraud and Abuse Committed by Guardians or Conservators

A recording of the Elder Justice Initiative webinar on the “Current State of Knowledge Regarding Fraud and Abuse Committed by Guardians or Conservators” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Elder Justice Initiatve Webinar Series page.

In this webinar, the authors of the Environmental Scan of Guardianship Abuse and Fraud report share a summary of the findings, including available data on the issue, legal, policy, and practice considerations, and recommendations.

(Posted July 26, 2024)

2024-07-11 00:00:00.0

July 2024

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Expert Q&A Recording: Working Effectively with LGBTQI+ Youth Victims of Crime

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A recording of the June Expert Q&A session on “Working Effectively with LGBTQI+ Youth Victims of Crime” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page.

This session discusses what victim service providers can do to provide a safe and empathic space and what support resources are available to the LGBTQI+ community.

(Posted July 11, 2024)

2024-07-11 00:00:00.0

July 2024

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Adobe Learning Manager Downtime

Adobe Learning Manager will be down for a scheduled update this Friday, July 12 at 9:30 p.m. ET to Saturday, July 13 at 11:00 a.m. ET. During this time, the learning management system may be inaccessible to users.

If you have any questions, please contact OVC TTAC at ttac@ovcttac.org or 1–866–682–8822.

(Posted July 11, 2024)

2024-07-03 00:00:00.0

July 2024

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Delivering Difficult News: Compassionate Trauma Notification

A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Delivering Difficult News: Compassionate Trauma Notification” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page.

This webinar discusses elements of effective trauma notification and how to access a newly launched online trauma notification training developed by the FBI.

(Posted July 3, 2024)

2024-07-02 00:00:00.0

July 2024

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Empowering Victims & Victim Service Providers: Navigating Media Pressure and Safeguarding Privacy

Please join us on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar "Empowering Victims & Victim Service Providers: Navigating Media Pressure and Safeguarding Privacy,” hosted by Anastasiya Bolton and Krista Flannigan.

This presentation is part of the Vital Subjects series and will provide participants with real, life-tested, usable tips on how to help victims navigate intense media interest and pressures and learn strategies on how you can help interested victims and survivors work with journalists to make sure their voices are heard, and their stories are represented accurately.

Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information.

(Posted July 2, 2024)

2024-06-27 00:00:00.0

June 2024

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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

In preparation for World Day Against Trafficking in Persons this July 30, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted June 27, 2024)

2024-06-12 00:00:00.0

June 2024

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NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Advanced Trainer Institute

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Advanced Trainer Institute, which will be delivered online. In this 6-week training, you will refine and perfect your communication skills to become an effective trainer. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: July 8–12, no webinar.
  • Week 1: Presentation Preparation, July 15–19, webinar on July 18.
  • Week 2: Presentation Skills, July 22–26, webinar on July 25.
  • Week 3: Facilitation Skills, July 29–August 2, webinar on August 1.
  • Week 4: Facilitating Online Training, August 5–9, webinar on August 8.
  • Week 5: Presenting and Facilitating with Cultural Humility, August 12–16, webinar on August 15.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted June 12, 2024)

2024-06-11 00:00:00.0

June 2024

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NVAA Leadership Institute

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Leadership Institute, which will be delivered online. This 11-week training will assist you in becoming a more effective leader of your team, work group, or organization. CEUs will be awarded to those who complete all of the requirements.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–4:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted June 11, 2024)

2024-05-31 00:00:00.0

May 2024

WEAAD24

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

In preparation for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted May 31, 2024)

2024-05-31 00:00:00.0

May 2024

Pride24

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month

In preparation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month this June, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted May 31, 2024)

2024-05-31 00:00:00.0

May 2024

HAVhope24

Hospitals Against Violence National Day of Awareness

In preparation for Hospitals Against Violence National Day of Awareness on June 7, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted May 31, 2024)

2024-05-31 00:00:00.0

May 2024

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Elder Justice Initiative: Current State of Knowledge Regarding Fraud and Abuse Committed by Guardians or Conservators

Please join us on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. eastern time, for an Elder Justice Initiative webinar on the “Current State of Knowledge Regarding Fraud and Abuse Committed by Guardians or Conservators.”

In this webinar, the authors of the Environmental Scan of Guardianship Abuse and Fraud report will share a summary of the findings, including available data on the issue, legal, policy, and practice considerations, and recommendations.

Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information.

(Posted May 31, 2024)

2024-05-31 00:00:00.0

May 2024

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Elder Justice Initiative: Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team Coordinator Training

Please join us on Monday, June 24, 2024, from 12:00–3:00 p.m. eastern time, for an Elder Justice Initiative webinar on “Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team Coordinator Training.”

This webinar will examine the elements of successful collaborative teams, ways to enhance team engagement, and the skills needed to facilitate productive elder abuse case review meetings.

Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information.

(Posted May 31, 2024)

2024-05-13 00:00:00.0

May 2024

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Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Team Coordinator Training

Please join us on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, from 12:00–3:00 p.m. eastern time, for an Elder Justice Initiative webinar examining the elements of successful collaborative teams, ways to enhance team engagement, and the skills needed to facilitate productive elder abuse case review meetings.

Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information.

(Posted May 13, 2024)

2024-05-09 00:00:00.0

May 2024

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June Expert Q&A

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On June 12, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET, OVC TTAC will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Bridgette Butler and Dara Hoffman on "Working Effectively with LGBTQI+ Youth Victims of Crime.”

This session will discuss what victim service providers can do to provide a safe and empathic space and what support resources are available to the LGBTQI+ community.

Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information.

(Posted May 9, 2024)

2024-05-07 00:00:00.0

May 2024

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NVAA Effective Management Series: Program Evaluation

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Program Evaluation training, which will be delivered online. This 5-week training will give you the practical skills to conduct an evaluation and take some of the fear out of the process. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: What is Program Evaluation? May 28–31, no webinar.
  • Week 1: Foundation to Program Evaluation, June 3–7, webinar on June 6.
  • Week 2: Preparing for Program Evaluation – Developing a Program Evaluation Plan, June 10–14, webinar on June 13.
  • Week 3: Implementing the Plan – Data Collection, June 17–21, webinar on June 20.
  • Week 4: Analyzing Evaluation Data and Using it to Tell Your Program's Story, June 24–28, webinar on June 27.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted May 7, 2024)

2024-04-30 00:00:00.0

April 2024

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Expert Q&A Recording: Best Practices To Respond to Sexual Assault on College and University Campuses

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A recording of the April Expert Q&A session on “Best Practices To Respond to Sexual Assault on College and University Campuses” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page.

This session discusses how to effectively and compassionately respond to sexual assault on college and university campuses that is victim-centered and trauma-informed.

(Posted April 30, 2024)

2024-04-30 00:00:00.0

April 2024

MMIP24

Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day  

In preparation for Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day on May 5, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted April 30, 2024)

2024-04-30 00:00:00.0

April 2024

OlderAmericans24

Older Americans Month

In preparation for Older Americans Month this May, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted April 30, 2024)

2024-04-30 00:00:00.0

April 2024

PoliceWeek24

National Police Week

In preparation for National Police Week, May 12–18, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted April 30, 2024)

2024-04-26 00:00:00.0

April 2024

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Rising Stronger Together: Nurturing Resilience in Teams

A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Rising Stronger Together: Nurturing Resilience in Teams” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page.

This webinar focuses on understanding the impact of vicarious trauma on teams and how collaborative partnerships are essential for delivering high quality services to victims and survivors and mitigating the impact of vicarious trauma on individual providers and organizations.

(Posted April 26, 2024)

2024-04-15 00:00:00.0

April 2024

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Delivering Difficult News: Compassionate Trauma Notification

Please join us on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar "Delivering Difficult News: Compassionate Trauma Notification,” hosted by Dr. Staci Beers.

This presentation is part of the Vital Subjects series and will discuss elements of effective trauma notification and how to access a newly launched online trauma notification training developed by the FBI.

Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information.

(Posted April 15, 2024)

2024-04-01 00:00:00.0

April 2024

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NVAA Effective Management Series: Financial Management

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Financial Management training, which will be delivered online. This 6-week training will teach you key bookkeeping and accounting principles, how to prepare financial documents, and how to prevent fraud. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: What is Financial Management, April 22–26, no webinar.
  • Week 1: Planning the Budget, April 29–May 3, webinar on May 2.
  • Week 2: Bookkeeping and Accounting Concepts and Principles, May 6–10, webinar on May 9.
  • Week 3: Financial Reporting and Monitoring, May 13–17, webinar on May 16.
  • Week 4: Practical Financial Oversight, May 20–24, webinar on May 23.
  • Week 5: Ensuring the Financial Health of Your Organization, May 27–31, webinar on May 30.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–4:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted April 1, 2024)

2024-03-28 00:00:00.0

March 2024

NCVRW24

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

In preparation for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), April 21–27, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted March 28, 2024)

2024-03-28 00:00:00.0

March 2024

ChildAbusePrevention24

National Child Abuse Prevention Month

In preparation for National Child Abuse Prevention Month this April, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted March 28, 2024)

2024-03-28 00:00:00.0

March 2024

SexualAssaultAwareness24

Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

In preparation for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month this April, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted March 28, 2024)

2024-03-12 00:00:00.0

March 2024

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April Expert Q&A

Expert Q&A logoOn April 10, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. ET, OVC TTAC will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Lindy Aldrich and Connie Kirkland on "Best Practices To Respond to Sexual Assault on College and University Campuses.”

This session will discuss how to effectively and compassionately respond to sexual assault on college and university campuses that is victim-centered and trauma-informed.

Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information.

(Posted March 12, 2024)

2024-03-11 00:00:00.0

March 2024

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NVAA Effective Management Series: Building and Managing Volunteer Programs

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Building and Managing Volunteer Programs training, which will be delivered online. This 3-week training will focus on the importance of volunteers; how to recruit, screen, onboard, and retain them; and how to determine the costs associated with managing volunteers. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: The Importance of Volunteerism, April 1–5, no webinar.
  • Week 1: Finding the Right Volunteers, April 8–12, webinar on April 11.
  • Week 2: Onboarding and Retaining Volunteers, April 15–19, webinar on April 18.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–4:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted March 11, 2024)

2024-03-07 00:00:00.0

March 2024

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Expert Q&A Recording: Cyberstalking and Cyberbullying Among Teens

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A recording of the February Expert Q&A session on “Cyberstalking and Cyberbullying Among Teens” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page.

This session provides an overview of the impact of cyberstalking and cyberbullying on teens, what teachers and schools can do to prevent or reduce their incidence, and how to report cyberstalking and cyberbullying.

(Posted March 7, 2024)

2024-03-04 00:00:00.0

March 2024

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Rising Stronger Together: Nurturing Resilience in Teams

Please join us on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar "Rising Stronger Together: Nurturing Resilience in Teams,” hosted by Janet E. Fine, M.S. and Angela Downes.

This presentation is part of the Vital Subjects series and will highlight practical strategies for fostering and nurturing resilience collaboratively for individuals, teams, and interdisciplinary, cross-agency community partnerships.

Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information.

(Posted March 4, 2024)

2024-03-01 00:00:00.0

March 2024

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Co-Advocacy: The Power of Collaboration in Victim Services

A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Co-Advocacy: The Power of Collaboration in Victim Services” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page.

In this session, participants learn effective ways to engage in essential conversations and nurture approaches that promote co-advocacy.

(Posted March 1, 2024)

2024-02-22 00:00:00.0

February 2024

DDAM24

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

In preparation for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month this March, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted February 22, 2024)

2024-02-22 00:00:00.0

February 2024

NCPW

National Consumer Protection Week

In preparation for National Consumer Protection Week, March 3–9, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted February 22, 2024)

2024-02-05 00:00:00.0

February 2024

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NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Building Trauma-Informed Organizations

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Building Trauma-Informed Organizations training, which will be delivered online. In this 5-week training, you will learn how your organization can become trauma-informed and how to modify policies and procedures to respond to trauma victims. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: February 26–March 1, no webinar.
  • Week 1: The Layers of a Trauma-Informed Approach, March 4–8, webinar on March 7.
  • Week 2: The Foundation of a Trauma-Informed Organization, March 11–15, webinar on March 14.
  • Week 3: Assessing Your Organization, March 18–22, webinar on March 21.
  • Week 4: Developing Your Organization's Trauma-Informed Approach, March 25–29, webinar on March 28.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–4:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted February 5, 2024)

2024-02-02 00:00:00.0

February 2024

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Apply for an OVC Professional Development Scholarship

The OVC Professional Development Scholarship Program offers scholarship support to individuals and multidisciplinary teams of victim service professionals seeking education opportunities. The program provides up to $1,500 for individuals, $2,500 for individuals whose participation in the event requires traveling to or from the contiguous United States, and up to $7,500 for multidisciplinary teams of victim service professionals seeking education opportunities. 

Apply Now

(Posted February 2, 2024)

2024-01-30 00:00:00.0

January 2024

TDVAwareness24

Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

In preparation for Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month this February, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted January 30, 2024)

2024-01-30 00:00:00.0

January 2024

BlackHistoryMonth24

National Black History Month

In preparation for National Black History Month this February, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted January 30, 2024)

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January 2024

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Expert Q&A Recording: Providing Services to Victims of Impaired Driving and DUI Crashes

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A recording of the December Expert Q&A session on “Providing Services to Victims of Impaired Driving and DUI Crashes” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page.

This session provides an overview of how victim service providers can best provide services to survivors, families, and friends following an impaired driving incident.

(Posted January 29, 2024)

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January 2024

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February Expert Q&A

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On February 14 at 2:00 p.m. ET, OVC TTAC will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Jayne A. Hitchcock on "Cyberstalking and Cyberbullying Among Teens.”

This session provides an overview of the impact of cyberstalking and cyberbullying on teens, what teachers and schools can do to prevent or reduce their incidence, and how to report cyberstalking and cyberbullying.

Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information.

(Posted January 18, 2024)

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January 2024

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Co-Advocacy: The Power of Collaboration in Victim Services

Please join us on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar "Co-Advocacy: The Power of Collaboration in Victim Services,” hosted by Angela Keen and Kimber Nicoletti-Martinez.

This presentation is part of the Vital Subjects series and will discuss effective ways to engage in essential conversations and nurture approaches that promote co-advocacy.

Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information.

(Posted January 17, 2024)

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January 2024

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NVAA Effective Management Series: Outreach and Marketing

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Outreach and Marketing training, which will be delivered online. In this 3-week training you will learn how to develop a marketing plan, conduct an analysis of your audience, and identify techniques to launch your outreach and marketing campaign. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:

  • Introductory Week: Introduction to Marketing, February 5–9, no webinar.
  • Week 1: Identifying and Reaching your Target Audience, February 12–16, webinar on February 15.
  • Week 2: Finalizing a Marketing Plan and Measuring Efforts, February 19–23, webinar on February 22.

All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–4:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted January 12, 2024)

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January 2024

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NVAA Leadership Institute

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We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Leadership Institute, which will be delivered online. This 11-week training will assist you in becoming a more effective leader of your team, work group, or organization. CEUs will be awarded to those who complete all of the requirements.

All webinars are conducted on Fridays from 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. ET.

Apply Now

For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org.

(Posted January 4, 2024)

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December 2023

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Leaning In: Historical Trauma and Cultural Responsiveness in Victim Assistance Services and Programming

A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Leaning In: Historical Trauma and Cultural Responsiveness in Victim Assistance Services and Programming” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page.

This webinar discusses communicating the importance of cultural responsiveness and how to incorporate these concepts into practice for service delivery and program development to significantly enhance the services and support provided to victims of crime.

(Posted December 15, 2023)

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December 2023

StalkingAwareness23

National Stalking Awareness Month

In preparation for National Stalking Awareness Month this January, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted December 8, 2023)

2023-12-08 00:00:00.0

December 2023

HTAwareness23

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

In preparation for National Human Trafficking Prevention Month this January, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted December 8, 2023)

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December 2023

IDTheft23

Identity Theft Awareness Week

In preparation for Identity Theft Awareness Week, January 29–February 2, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted December 8, 2023)

2023-12-06 00:00:00.0

December 2023

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Expert Q&A Recording: Using the Expressive Arts To Provide Interpersonal Violence Services

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A recording of the October Expert Q&A session on “Using the Expressive Arts To Provide Interpersonal Violence Services” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page.

This session provides an overview of the healing power of the arts and how to incorporate the arts into your work with victims and survivors, even if you are not an artist.

(Posted December 6, 2023)

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November 2023

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December Expert Q&A

Expert Q&A logoOn December 20, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. ET, OVC TTAC will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Heather Ayala on "Providing Services to Victims of Impaired Driving and DUI Crashes.”

This session will provide an overview of how victim service providers can best provide services to survivors, families, and friends following an impaired driving incident.

Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information.

(Posted November 30, 2023)

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November 2023

ImpairedDriving23

National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

In preparation for National Impaired Driving Prevention Month this December, OVC TTAC offers several resources:

(Posted November 29, 2023)

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November 2023

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Recording: OVC TTAC Expansion

A recording of the "OVC TTAC Expansion" webinar is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our About Us page.

This webinar reviews VSTTA and TAC and how this nuanced approach to TTA will expand OVC’s ability to serve as a strong partner for victim service organizations and provide a sustainable resource for managing and supporting all of OVC’s TTA efforts.

(Posted November 20, 2023)

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November 2023

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Adobe Learning Manager Downtime

Adobe Learning Manager will be down for a scheduled update from Friday, November 17 at 10:00 p.m. to Saturday, November 18 at 9:00 a.m. ET. During this time, the learning management system may be inaccessible to users.

If you have any questions, please contact OVC TTAC at ttac@ovcttac.org or 1–866–682–8822.

(Posted November 14, 2023)