Upcoming Events

September 13, 2021, 9:00 am – September 22, 2021, 4:30 pm Mountain The Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance Conference is amongst the largest victim services conferences in the country. In addition to pre-conference all-day Skill Building Session master classes, the conference is three day event featuring 3 keynote speakers and 36+ workshops. Participants learn new skills and best practices for the victim services field. Last year, for the 2020 Virtual Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance Conference, more than 1,400 attendees from government agencies,…

 September 16, 2021 – September 30, 2021 Location Online This conference is a networking and learning opportunity for all those working to end sexual and domestic violence. This conference is multidisciplinary and is appropriate for both prevention- and intervention-based professionals. Attorneys: learn unique strategies to engage in social justice and foster inclusion in your daily practice while earning CLE credit. Register here

September 17, 2021 – September 24, 2021 Location Online This interactive workshop seeks to increase the judiciary’s understanding of child sex trafficking in the United States and improve the justice system’s response to victims and those at risk for sex trafficking. Registration is limited to judicial officers only. The workshop uses hypothetical case scenarios, small group discussions, interactive exercises, and “mini” lectures to provide new and experienced judges with tools and information to develop or enhance their ability to identify and work with children who…

 September 20, 2021 – September 22, 2021 Location Hampton Inn & Suites Albuquerque Airport Albuquerque, NM The foundation of advocates’ role in Indian Country is built upon our indigenous understanding of our relationships and roles as Relatives in the context of historical and ongoing dynamics of colonization. The key principles of advocacy come from indigenous cultural beliefs and values, and encompass concepts of resilience, trauma-informed approaches and sovereignty. These are the themes of this workshop with a focus on the dynamics and impact of…

September 21, 2021 – September 23, 2021 This year’s conference theme, Forging a New Era of Equity, honors our network’s continued service as frontline violence intervention workers, health professionals, and community leaders dedicated to racial and health equity and to serving survivors of violence and supporting their path towards healing and transformation. The 2021 conference will feature a wide range of workshops, live networking events, and more. Register here

September 21, 2021 – September 23, 2021 Location: Online This year’s virtual conference reflects on what we learned in 2020, including new ways to advocate for survivors, lessons we learned while serving our communities, bringing compassion to the crisis and learning the power of resiliency. Register here

September 22, 2021 – September 24, 2021 Location: The Warehouse Hot Springs Address: Hot Springs, AR Participants will learn the many difficult, but critical steps a survivor will go through to seek justice. They will explore the many professional roles that help guide survivors through their journey, and how each role is intertwined to provide survivors with the important care and support that they deserve, while simultaneously building a strong foundation to hold perpetrators accountable. Register here

September 22, 2021 – September 25, 2021 Location: Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista or Online Address: Lake Buena Vista, FL This conference features evidence-based educational activities, inspirational keynote speakers, and innovative breakout sessions. The most popular sessions from the in-person conference will be available on-demand from October 11–November 30. Register here