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2022-08-08 00:00:00.0 |
August 2022 |
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Psychological First Aid and Victim Assistance A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Psychological First Aid and Victim Assistance” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page. This webinar introduces the basic concepts of Psychological First Aid that participants can use to support the recovery of crime victims and others impacted by trauma. (Posted August 8, 2022) |
2022-08-04 00:00:00.0 |
August 2022 |
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Expert Q&A Recording: Environmental Crime Victim Assistance Program A recording of the July Expert Q&A session on the “Environmental Crime Victim Assistance Program” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session provides an overview of the Environmental Crime Victim Assistance Program and addresses the unique victim identification and rights issues associated with environmental crimes. (Posted August 4, 2022) |
2022-07-28 00:00:00.0 |
July 2022 |
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August Expert Q&A
During this session, experts will provide provide tips on how to develop effective trainings and deliver them with energy and style, as well as strategies on how to design and deliver trainings that focus on communities of color. Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted July 28, 2022) |
2022-07-18 00:00:00.0 |
July 2022 |
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Expert Q&A Recording: Considering a Facility Dog for Your Victim Service Program? A recording of the June Expert Q&A session on “Considering a Facility Dog for Your Victim Service Program?” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session provides practical information about how you can incorporate a courthouse facility dog into your Child Advocacy Center, District Attorney’s Office, Family Courts, Tribal Courts, or other direct victim service programs. (Posted July 18, 2022) |
2022-07-13 00:00:00.0 |
July 2022 |
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Appreciative Inquiry: Fostering Individual and Organization Change A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Appreciative Inquiry: Fostering Individual and Organization Change” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page. This presentation explores what Appreciative Inquiry is, the Appreciative Inquiry process, and how you can apply it in the victim services field on both the individual level to build resilience and the organizational level for positive change. (Posted July 13, 2022) |
2022-07-12 00:00:00.0 |
July 2022 |
Adobe071222 |
Adobe Captivate Prime Downtime Adobe Captivate Prime will be down for a scheduled update from Saturday, July 23 at 10:30 p.m. to Sunday, July 24 at 8:30 a.m. ET. During this time, the learning management system may be inaccessible to users. As part of this update, Adobe Captivate Prime will be rebranded as Adobe Learning Manager. In addition to the name being changed throughout the site, please note:
If you have any questions, please contact OVC TTAC at ttac@ovcttac.org or 1–866–682–8822. (Posted July 12, 2022) |
2022-07-05 00:00:00.0 |
July 2022 |
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NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Building Trauma-Informed Organizations We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Building Trauma-Informed Organizations training, which will be delivered online. This 5-week training provides guidance in 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–3:45 p.m. ET. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted July 5, 2022) |
2022-06-30 00:00:00.0 |
June 2022 |
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July Expert Q&A
During this session, experts will provide an overview of the Environmental Crime Victim Assistance Program and address the unique victim identification and rights issues associated with environmental crimes. Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted June 30, 2022) |
2022-06-28 00:00:00.0 |
June 2022 |
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Psychological First Aid and Victim Assistance Please join us on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar “Psychological First Aid and Victim Assistance.” This presentation is part of the Vital Subjects series and will introduce the basic concepts of Psychological First Aid that participants can use to support the recovery of crime victims and others impacted by trauma. Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted June 28, 2022) |
2022-06-21 00:00:00.0 |
June 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Financial Management 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted June 21, 2022) |
2022-06-14 00:00:00.0 |
June 2022 |
AntiTrafficking22 |
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 14, 2022) |
2022-06-13 00:00:00.0 |
June 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Strategic Planning for Program Managers We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Strategic Planning for Program Managers training, which will be delivered online. This 4-week training will review the strategic planning process so you will be prepared to create and implement your organization's strategic plan. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–3:45 p.m. ET. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted June 13, 2022) |
2022-06-09 00:00:00.0 |
June 2022 |
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Appreciative Inquiry: Fostering Individual and Organization Change Please join us on Monday, June 27, 2022, from 1:00–2:00 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar “Appreciative Inquiry: Fostering Individual and Organization Change.” This presentation is part of the Vital Subjects series and will explore what Appreciative Inquiry is, the Appreciative Inquiry process, and how you can apply it in the victim services field on both the individual level to build resilience and the organizational level for positive change. Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted June 9, 2022) |
2022-06-06 00:00:00.0 |
June 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Building Resiliency in Organizations We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Building Resiliency in 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted June 6, 2022) |
2022-05-26 00:00:00.0 |
May 2022 |
WEAAD22 |
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day In preparation for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted May 26, 2022) |
2022-05-26 00:00:00.0 |
May 2022 |
Pride22 |
Pride Month In preparation for Pride Month this June, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted May 26, 2022) |
2022-05-26 00:00:00.0 |
May 2022 |
HAVhope22 |
Hospitals Against Violence National Day of Awareness In preparation for Hospitals Against Violence National Day of Awareness on June 3, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted May 26, 2022) |
2022-05-16 00:00:00.0 |
May 2022 |
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NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Advanced Trainer Institute 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–3:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted May 16, 2022) |
2022-05-09 00:00:00.0 |
May 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Program Evaluation 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:
All webinars are conducted on Fridays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted May 9, 2022) |
2022-05-05 00:00:00.0 |
May 2022 |
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June Expert Q&A
During this session, experts will provide practical information about how you can incorporate a courthouse facility dog into your Child Advocacy Center, District Attorney’s Office, Family Courts, Tribal Courts, or other direct victim service programs. Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted May 5, 2022) |
2022-04-26 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
MMIP22 |
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day In preparation for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day on May 5, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted April 26, 2022) |
2022-04-26 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
OlderAmericans22 |
Older Americans Month In preparation for Older Americans Month this May, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted April 26, 2022) |
2022-04-26 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
PoliceWeek22 |
National Police Week In preparation for National Police Week, May 11–17, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted April 26, 2022) |
2022-04-21 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
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Logic Models for Victim Service Programs: The Link Between Program Outcomes and Program Sustainability A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Logic Models for Victim Service Programs: The Link Between Program Outcomes and Program Sustainability” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page. This presentation explores how the use of a logic model is an essential component of victim services program evaluation and planning. Information and discussion on the relationship between resources, activities, and outcomes will help prepare participants to consider the range and types of program outcomes to track. (April 21, 2022) |
2022-04-12 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
VFF041222 |
Views from the Field As part of the National Victim Assistance Academy’s blended training Advanced Trainer Institute (ATI), participants produce recordings as their capstone project. ATI is designed to help participants who deliver trainings and workshops or make presentations currently and would like to learn how to make them more impactful. Our participants come from a variety of victim service backgrounds all over the United States, but they all have one thing in common—a passion for sharing their knowledge and experience. This month, we are sharing recordings created by ATI participants that focus on inclusivity in the victim services field. To listen to the recording, select the link below each recording title and date. Recording: Victim…to Survivor
(Posted April 12, 2022) |
2022-04-11 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
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Expert Q&A Recording: Establishing Victim Services Vicarious Trauma Response Collaboratives A recording of the March Expert Q&A session on “Establishing Victim Services Vicarious Trauma Response Collaboratives” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session provides an overview of OVC TTAC’s engagement with communities across the United States in developing and sustaining vicarious trauma peer-to-peer collaboratives. (Posted April 11, 2022) |
2022-04-05 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
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NVAA Leadership Institute 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 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted April 5, 2022) |
2022-04-04 00:00:00.0 |
April 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Sustaining Your Program's Capacity To Serve Victims We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Sustaining Your Program's Capacity To Serve Victims training, which will be delivered online. This 6-week training will teach you what sustainability means, how to assess a program's sustainability, the eight sustainability domains (Program Adaptation, Strategic Communications, Program Evaluation, Supportive Environment, Organizational Capacity, Strategic Partnerships, Resource Development, and Strategic Planning), and how to develop a sustainability plan. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:
All webinars are conducted on Fridays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted April 4, 2022) |
2022-03-31 00:00:00.0 |
March 2022 |
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National Victim Assistance Academy Spring/Summer 2022 Schedule The National Victim Assistance Academy (NVAA) Spring/Summer 2022 schedule is now available! NVAA trainings provide an intensive, interactive learning experience to develop your professional skills and knowledge. OVC TTAC delivers NVAA trainings using a blended learning approach—a combination of highly interactive, self-paced training and collaborative, facilitated webinars. They are free of charge and led by national subject matter experts. OVC TTAC offers three NVAA training programs:
Sign up for the OVC TTAC listserv to stay informed of all OVC TTAC news and activities, including announcements of NVAA registration open dates and any changes to the schedule. (Posted March 31, 2022) |
2022-03-22 00:00:00.0 |
March 2022 |
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Helping Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism: How To Design and Implement a Hospitality Center A recording of the webinar on “Helping Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism: How To Design and Implement a Hospitality Center” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Mass Violence and Terrorism page. The OVC TTAC Helping Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism: Planning, Response, Recovery, and Resources Toolkit web training series continues with an indepth look at establishing a Hospitality Center. A Hospitality Center, also known as a safe haven, provides a secure environment where victims and survivors can find supportive services during the trial following a mass violence incident. (March 22, 2022) |
2022-03-15 00:00:00.0 |
March 2022 |
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The Intersection of Trauma Informed Victim Assistance & Community Violence Intervention A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “The Intersection of Trauma Informed Victim Assistance & Community Violence Intervention” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page. This presentation increases understanding of the effects of trauma on victims of violence, discusses best practices for providing trauma-informed services and assistance and identifies how this approach should be an integral part of broader community violence intervention efforts. (March 15, 2022) |
2022-03-11 00:00:00.0 |
March 2022 |
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Expert Q&A Recording: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls A recording of the February Expert Q&A session on “Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session is an opportunity for advocates and other allies to increase their understanding of the alarming prevalence of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls and how, as the Urban Indian Health Institute says, “… institutional practices allow them to disappear not once, but three times—in life, in media, and in the data.” (Posted March 11, 2022) |
2022-03-10 00:00:00.0 |
March 2022 |
SexualAssaultAwareness22 |
National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month In preparation for National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month this April, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted March 10, 2022) |
2022-03-10 00:00:00.0 |
March 2022 |
PreventChildAbuse22 |
National Child Abuse Prevention Month In preparation for National Child Abuse Prevention Month this April, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted March 10, 2022) |
2022-03-10 00:00:00.0 |
March 2022 |
NCVRW22 |
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week In preparation for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), April 24–30, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted March 10, 2022) |
2022-02-24 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
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March Expert Q&A
This session will provide an overview of OVC TTAC’s engagement with communities across the United States in developing and sustaining vicarious trauma peer-to-peer collaboratives. Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted February 24, 2022) |
2022-02-23 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
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Logic Model for Victim Service Programs: The Link Between Program Outcomes and Program Sustainability Please join us on Thursday, March 24, 2022, from 2:00–3:15 p.m. eastern time, for the OVC TTAC webinar "Logic Model for Victim Service Programs: The Link Between Program Outcomes and Program Sustainability.” This presentation is part of the new Vital Subjects series and will explore how the use of a logic model is an essential component of victim services program evaluation and planning. Information and discussion on the relationship between resources, activities, and outcomes will help prepare participants to consider the range and types of program outcomes to track. Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted February 23, 2022) |
2022-02-22 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
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Planning for Sustainability, Diversifying Funding, and Writing Complex Grants A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Planning for Sustainability, Diversifying Funding, and Writing Complex Grants” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page. The first session in this series explores effective resource and partnership development. The second session explores the essential ingredients of complex grant applications: compelling statements of need, detailed budget justifications aligned with project goals and objectives, and quality outcome measures. (Posted February 22, 2022) |
2022-02-21 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
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January Expert Q&A Recording A recording of the January Expert Q&A session on “Creating Safe Spaces for Transgender Survivors” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session provides participants with practical guidance and insight on creating inclusive environments, practices, and policies that support transgender survivors. (Posted February 21, 2022) |
2022-02-08 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
ConsumerProtection22 |
National Consumer Protection Week In preparation for National Consumer Protection Week, March 6–12, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted February 8, 2022) |
2022-02-07 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
VFF022022 |
Views from the Field As part of the National Victim Assistance Academy’s blended training Advanced Trainer Institute (ATI), participants produce recordings as their capstone project. ATI is designed to help participants who deliver trainings and workshops or make presentations currently and would like to learn how to make them more impactful. Our participants come from a variety of victim service backgrounds all over the United States, but they all have one thing in common—a passion for sharing their knowledge and experience. This month, we are sharing a recording created by an ATI participant that focuses on the use of imagery in the human trafficking field. To listen to the recording, select the link at the bottom of the recording description.
Points of view or opinions are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official positions or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. (Posted February 7, 2022) |
2022-02-04 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
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Mass Violence and Terrorism: How To Design and Implement a Hospitality Center Webinar Please join us on Tuesday, March 8 or Thursday, March 10, 2022, from 1:30–3:00 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center (OVC TTAC) webinar "Mass Violence and Terrorism: How To Design and Implement a Hospitality Center." The OVC TTAC Helping Victims of Mass Violence and Terrorism: Planning, Response, Recovery, and Resources Toolkit web training series continues with an indepth look at establishing a Hospitality Center. A Hospitality Center, also known as a safe haven, provides a secure environment where victims and survivors can find supportive services during the trial following a mass violence incident. Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted February 4, 2022) |
2022-02-02 00:00:00.0 |
February 2022 |
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The Intersection of Trauma Informed Victim Assistance & Community Violence Intervention Please join us on Friday, February 25, 2022, from 2:00–3:30 p.m. eastern time, for the OVC TTAC webinar "The Intersection of Trauma Informed Victim Assistance & Community Violence Intervention.” This presentation is part of the new Vital Subjects series and will increase understanding of the effects of trauma on victims of violence, discuss best practices for providing trauma-informed services and assistance and identify how this approach should be an integral part of broader community violence intervention efforts. Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted February 2, 2022) |
2022-01-31 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Outreach and Marketing 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:
All webinars are conducted on Fridays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. ET. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted January 31, 2022) |
2022-01-31 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Strategic Planning for Program Managers We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Strategic Planning for Program Managers training, which will be delivered online. This 4-week training will review the strategic planning process so you will be prepared to create and implement your organization's strategic plan. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:
All webinars are conducted on Fridays from 2:30–3:45 p.m. ET. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted January 31, 2022) |
2022-01-28 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
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February Expert Q&A
This session is an opportunity for advocates and other allies to increase their understanding of the alarming prevalence of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls and how, as the Urban Indian Health Institute says, “… institutional practices allow them to disappear not once, but three times—in life, in media, and in the data.” Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted January 28, 2022) |
2022-01-25 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
IDTheft22 |
Identity Theft Awareness Week In preparation for Identity Theft Awareness Week, January 31–February 4, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted January 25, 2022) |
2022-01-25 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
AfricanAmericanHistory22 |
National Black History Month In preparation for National Black History Month this February, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted January 25, 2022) |
2022-01-13 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
TeenDatingViolence22 |
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 13, 2022) |
2022-01-10 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Pathways in Victim Services 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted January 10, 2022) |
2022-01-05 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
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Practical Strategies for Self-Care A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Practical Strategies for Self-Care” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page. While traditional self-care activities, such as massages or yoga practices, can be valuable parts of a self-care toolbox, this webinar explores why it’s critical to recognize the importance of other factors, including setting healthy boundaries and accessing support as an integral part of a holistic approach to self-care. (Posted January 5, 2022) |
2022-01-03 00:00:00.0 |
January 2022 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Sustaining Your Program's Capacity To Serve Victims We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Sustaining Your Program's Capacity To Serve Victims training, which will be delivered online. This 6-week training will teach you what sustainability means, how to assess a program's sustainability, the eight sustainability domains (Program Adaptation, Strategic Communications, Program Evaluation, Supportive Environment, Organizational Capacity, Strategic Partnerships, Resource Development, and Strategic Planning), and how to develop a sustainability plan. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:
All webinars are conducted on Fridays from 2:30–3:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted January 3, 2022) |
2021-12-17 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
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January Expert Q&A
This session will provide participants with practical guidance and insight on creating inclusive environments, practices, and policies that support transgender survivors. Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted December 17, 2021) |
2021-12-16 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
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November Expert Q&A Recording A recording of the November Expert Q&A session on “Prosecutors and Trauma Exposure: Effects and Mitigation Strategies” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session provides an overview of the findings of a research study that applied qualitative methods to examine the perspectives of prosecutors in Virginia who work sex crime cases. (Posted December 16, 2021) |
2021-12-15 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Developing and Managing a Board of Directors We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Developing and Managing a Board of Directors training, which will be delivered online. This 4-week training will provide a step-by-step guide to building an effective board as well as strategies for keeping members involved and accountable. CEUs will be awarded for those who complete all requirements. The schedule for this training is as follows:
All webinars are conducted on Fridays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted December 15, 2021) |
2021-12-13 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
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NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Building Trauma-Informed Organizations We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Building Trauma-Informed Organizations training, which will be delivered online. This 5-week training provides guidance in 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursday from 11:30 a.m–12:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted December 13, 2021) |
2021-12-09 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
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Representation Matters: Using Trauma-Informed Language and Imagery in Victim Services A recording of the Vital Subjects webinar on “Representation Matters: Using Trauma-Informed Language and Imagery in Victim Services” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Vital Subjects page. This webinar reviews the ways the core principles of trauma-informed care can be applied to the use of language and images/visuals in direct services, within the organization, and in training and outreach materials. (Posted December 9, 2021) |
2021-12-08 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
StalkingAwareness22 |
National Stalking Awareness Month In preparation for National Stalking Awareness Month this January, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted December 8, 2021) |
2021-12-08 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
HTAwareness22 |
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month In preparation for National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month this January, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted December 8, 2021) |
2021-12-06 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
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NVAA Leadership Institute 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 2:30–3:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted December 6, 2021) |
2021-12-01 00:00:00.0 |
December 2021 |
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Planning for Sustainability, Diversifying Funding, and Writing Complex Grants Please join us on Wednesdays, January 12 and 19, 2022, from 2:00–4:00 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar "Planning for Sustainability, Diversifying Funding, and Writing Complex Grants." The first session in this series will explore effective resource and partnership development. The second session will explore the essential ingredients of complex grant applications: compelling statements of need, detailed budget justifications aligned with project goals and objectives, and quality outcome measures. Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted December 1, 2021) |
2021-11-17 00:00:00.0 |
November 2021 |
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Practical Strategies for Self-Care Please join us on Monday, December 13, 2021, from 1:30–3:00 p.m. eastern time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center webinar “Practical Strategies for Self-Care.” While traditional self-care activities, such as massages or yoga practices, can be valuable parts of a self-care toolbox, this webinar will explore why it’s critical to recognize the importance of other factors, including setting healthy boundaries and accessing support as an integral part of a holistic approach to self-care. Register now or visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted November 17, 2021) |
2021-11-16 00:00:00.0 |
November 2021 |
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National Impaired Driving Prevention Month In preparation for National Impaired Driving Prevention Month this December, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted November 16, 2021) |
2021-11-08 00:00:00.0 |
November 2021 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Building Resiliency in Organizations We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Effective Management Series: Building Resiliency in 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 2:30–3:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted November 8, 2021) |
2021-11-08 00:00:00.0 |
November 2021 |
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NVAA Effective Management Series: Building and Managing Volunteer Programs 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted November 8, 2021) |
2021-11-08 00:00:00.0 |
November 2021 |
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Representation Matters: Using Trauma-Informed Language and Imagery in Victim Services Please join us on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at 2:00–3:15 p.m., Eastern Time, for the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center (TTAC) Representation Matters: Using Trauma-Informed Language and Imagery in Victim Services webinar. This webinar will review the ways the core principles of trauma-informed care can be applied to the use of language and images/visuals in direct services, within the organization, and in training and outreach materials. Visit the Webinars page for more information. (Posted November 8, 2021) |
2021-11-08 00:00:00.0 |
November 2021 |
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Views from the Field As part of the National Victim Assistance Academy’s blended training Advanced Trainer Institute (ATI), participants produce recordings as their capstone project. ATI is designed to help participants who deliver trainings and workshops or make presentations currently and would like to learn how to make them more impactful. Our participants come from a variety of victim service backgrounds all over the United States, but they all have one thing in common—a passion for sharing their knowledge and experience. This month, we are sharing recordings created by ATI participants that focus on domestic violence—foundational knowledge about domestic violence and the challenges that victims of domestic violence face when leaving their situation. To listen to the recording, select the link at the bottom of each recording description.
Points of view or opinions on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official positions or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. (Posted November 8, 2021) |
2021-10-27 00:00:00.0 |
October 2021 |
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November Expert Q&A
This session will provide an overview of the findings of a research study that applied qualitative methods to examine the perspectives of prosecutors in Virginia who work sex crime cases. The discussion will include mitigation strategies for criminal justice system personnel designed to enhance resiliency while working with victims of crime. Register now to submit your own questions or visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted October 27, 2021) |
2021-10-15 00:00:00.0 |
October 2021 |
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National Native American Heritage Month In preparation for National Native American Heritage Month this November, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted October 15, 2021) |
2021-10-07 00:00:00.0 |
October 2021 |
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September Expert Q&A Recording A recording of the September Expert Q&A session on “Are You Prepared? The Role of Victim Assistance Providers in Preparing and Responding to Incidents of Mass Violence” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session covers proactive strategies for connecting with local resources and identifying resources that can help prepare victim assistance practitioners for their role in mass violence incident response and recovery. (Posted October 7, 2021) |
2021-10-06 00:00:00.0 |
October 2021 |
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New Board Member Orientation for Victim Service Organizations The New Board Member Orientation for Victim Service Organizations online training is now available. This training welcomes and orients new board members to governance service in victim assistance organizations. Combined with local agency onboarding, this training will prepare new board members to govern with care and excellence. (Posted October 6, 2021) |
2021-10-04 00:00:00.0 |
October 2021 |
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NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Advanced Trainer Institute We are now accepting applications for the NVAA Advanced Skills Institute: Advanced Trainer Institute training, 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:
All webinars are conducted on Thursday from 11:30 a.m–12:45 p.m. e.t. For more information about this training, please contact nvaa@ovcttac.org. (Posted October 4, 2021) |
2021-10-04 00:00:00.0 |
October 2021 |
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Adove Captivate Prime Downtime Adobe Captivate Prime will be down for a scheduled update from 12:00 to 10:00 a.m. e.t. on Saturday, October 16. 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 October 4, 2021) |
2021-10-01 00:00:00.0 |
October 2021 |
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Activity Spotlight The Activity Spotlight for October shines on the VOICES Center for Resilience. The VOICES Center (formerly VOICES for 9/11) requested virtual customized training on resilience. The series addressed the core elements of resilience, strategies for building resilience, and creating plans for cultivating individual and community resilience. (Posted October 1, 2021) |
2021-09-30 00:00:00.0 |
September 2021 |
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The faceted search function for the OVC TTAC website is now available. With this improved search function, you can—
See how the upgraded search tool can help you. (Posted September 30, 2021) |
2021-09-28 00:00:00.0 |
September 2021 |
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National Victim Assistance Academy 2021–2022 Schedule The National Victim Assistance Academy (NVAA) 2021–2022 schedule is now available! NVAA trainings provide an intensive, interactive learning experience to develop your professional skills and knowledge. OVC TTAC delivers NVAA trainings using a blended learning approach—a combination of highly interactive, self-paced training and collaborative, facilitated webinars. They are free of charge and led by national subject matter experts. OVC TTAC offers three NVAA training programs:
Sign up for the OVC TTAC listserv to stay informed of all OVC TTAC news and activities, including announcements of NVAA registration open dates and any changes to the schedule. (Posted September 28, 2021) |
2021-09-20 00:00:00.0 |
September 2021 |
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In Memoriam – Billie Jo Matelevich-Hoang It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Billie Jo Matelevich-Hoang’s passing on September 1, 2021. Billie joined OVC TTAC in 2012 and served as the Attorney/VictimLaw Team Lead. Billie attended Widener School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, where she graduated 3rd in her class and participated as an editor for the Law Review. Billie used her legal training and commitment to crime victims’ rights and services to create a number of OVC TTAC training series addressing Crime Victims’ Rights, Campus Sexual Assault, and Elder Abuse Training for Legal Service Providers. Billie’s work on Title IX activities included participating in White House Task Force meetings. Under Billie’s leadership, VictimLaw grew to include more than 30,000 victims’ rights laws. Billie’s wit, humor, and commitment to crime victims and educating future attorneys will be greatly missed by everyone at OVC TTAC. Billie is survived by her loving husband James Matelevich-Hoang, her mother, father, sisters Amber and Alexis Matelevich, her mother in-law Kimberly Hoang, sister in-law Jennifer Crasta, nephews Sean Lewis and Martin Wrobel, and nieces Kyra and Kalyani Crasta. (Posted September 20, 2021) |
2021-09-17 00:00:00.0 |
September 2021 |
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National Domestic Violence Awareness Month In preparation for National Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted September 17, 2021) |
2021-09-17 00:00:00.0 |
September 2021 |
CyberSecurity21 |
National Cyber Security Awareness Month In preparation for National Cyber Security Awareness Month this October, OVC TTAC offers several resources:
(Posted September 17, 2021) |
2021-09-01 00:00:00.0 |
September 2021 |
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August Expert Q&A Recording A recording of the August Expert Q&A session on the “U.S. Department of Justice International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program” is now available, along with a copy of the PowerPoint on our Expert Q&A page. This session provides an overview of the U.S. Department of Justice International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program and provides an example of a typical claim and the process for responding to claims. |
2021-08-26 00:00:00.0 |
August 2021 |
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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:
(Posted August 26, 2021) |
2021-08-25 00:00:00.0 |
August 2021 |
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September Expert Q&A
In this session, participants will learn about proactive strategies for connecting with local resources and identifying resources that can help prepare victim assistance practitioners for their role in mass violence incident response and recovery. Visit the Expert Q&A page for more information. (Posted August 25, 2021) |
2021-08-18 00:00:00.0 |
August 2021 |
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July Expert Q&A Recording
In this session, participants discuss best practices in measuring victim service outcomes and share solutions to common challenges. In addition, the hosts share findings from the new Outcomes Measurement Tool, a resource developed by the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center to assist programs with developing and tracking outcome data and establishing more streamlined measures. |