Elder Abuse Awareness Month

This month highlights the importance of protecting older adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Spearheaded by the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), it provides resources to help recognize and prevent elder abuse. Learn more at ncea.acl.gov.

Countdown to NTI Webinar | Exploring Tactics and Choices: A Pretrial Class for Those Arrested for Intimate Partner Violence in New York City

During this webinar, you'll: - Learn about New York City's multiple pathways to accountability and the role tactics and choices play - Examine the use of the power and control wheel and arc of choice in tactics and choices through a mock tactics and choices class - Summarize takeaways about accountability and intervention strategies in… Read More »Countdown to NTI Webinar | Exploring Tactics and Choices: A Pretrial Class for Those Arrested for Intimate Partner Violence in New York City

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons

Led by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), this day raises awareness about human trafficking and supports efforts to protect victims. It emphasizes the importance of survivor-centered approaches to addressing trafficking. Learn more at unodc.org.

National Wellness Month

August promotes self-care, stress management, and the pursuit of healthier lifestyles. Organized by wellness advocates and organizations like Leading Age, this month is a reminder to prioritize mental and physical well-being. Learn more

Countdown to NTI Webinar | Creating a Model Strangulation Response Protocol for Your Jurisdiction

Date & Time: Aug 6, 2025 12:00 PM The Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Indiana Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team published the Model Collaborative Strangulation Response Protocol for Indiana Jurisdictions in October 2023. But it took 4 long years, many stops and starts and several revisions along the way. This workshop will walk you… Read More »Countdown to NTI Webinar | Creating a Model Strangulation Response Protocol for Your Jurisdiction

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

This month highlights the importance of mental health and suicide prevention, focusing on reducing stigma and supporting those in crisis. Coordinated by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), it encourages open conversations and offers resources for help. Learn more at nami.org.

National Recovery Month

National Recovery Month (Recovery Month), which started in 1989, is a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery in all its forms possible. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and… Read More »National Recovery Month

Labor Day

Labor Day honors the contributions of American workers and the labor movement’s impact on improving workplace rights. It’s a day to reflect on the value of hard work and fair treatment.

World Suicide Prevention Day

Organized by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), this day emphasizes the need for global efforts to reduce suicide rates. It promotes resources and support for individuals and communities. Learn more at iasp.info.

National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims

This day commemorates the lives of those lost to homicide and supports their grieving families and loved ones. Led by the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), it’s a time to reflect on justice and healing. Learn more at ovc.ojp.gov.