Virginia Sexual & Domestic Violence Action Alliance

Prevention Connection Zoom - November 2020
2020-11-17 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual- Zoom
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Virtual UPLC Statewide Gathering
2020-11-17 09:30 - 2020-11-18 14:00 | VA

Black Preventionist Space
2020-11-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-10-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-10-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-10-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-09-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual- Zoom

Governing Body Meeting
2020-11-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Virtual- Zoom
The Governing Body is comprised of 21 members who are responsible for the governance of the Action Alliance and guide its policies. Under Action Alliance by-laws, the Governing Body has representation from all geographic areas of Virginia, at least one-third of representatives are from member sexual and domestic violence agencies, at least one-third of representatives are survivors, and at least one-third of representatives are of historically oppressed communities in Virginia.

What About the Kids?: Shelter Staff Conversation
2020-11-12 13:00 - 14:30 | VA

Quarterly Prevention Meeting
2020-11-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual- Zoom

Directors' Forum
2020-11-05 13:00 - 16:00 | Virtual- Zoom

Virtual Working with Male Survivors Training
2020-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 | VA
This online training will provide victim services professionals, and others, that work with male survivors of sexual violence, an opportunity to examine how service provisions, laws, social constructs, and antiquated beliefs have impacted male victims seeking support services following their victimization. The four main areas of focus in this training are: Community & Service Barriers; Programs, Services and Language Access; Shelter & Hotel Spaces; and Sexuality & Identity. The online learning experience will provide both foundational knowledge and encourage professionals to think critically about how current service models and programs may be enhanced to better serve male victims of sexual violence.
WHEN: October 28, 2020
WHERE: Virtually, on Zoom
HOW MUCH: $15 regardless of membership (if cost is a barrier to your attendance, please contact Laurel Winsor at lwinsor@vsdvalliance.org)
REGISTER: Click here!

POC Caucus Meeting
2020-10-27 15:30 - 17:00 | VA

Virtual Basic Intensive Advocacy Training (BIAT)
2020-10-26 10:00 - 2020-10-27 16:00 | VA
The BIAT is a collaborative 2-day training designed for both victim-witness and sexual and domestic violence agency early career advocates who are in their first two years of advocacy work.
This training provides and overview of the role and responsibility of advocates; the guiding principles of a trauma informed response and the impact and effects of trauma on individuals; an overview of the civil and criminal justice system and tools available for effective advocacy; the importance of a collaborative response and the value of self-care and self- reflection in our work to support victims of violence.
The BIAT provides participants with the opportunity to learn about statewide resources that can support their work as well as opportunities to network and enhance relationships with others doing victim advocacy work in Virginia.
WHEN: October 26-27
WHERE: Virtually, on Zoom
HOW MUCH: $80 for VVAN or VSDVAA members. $100 for non-members
REGISTER: Click here!

Governing Body Orientation
2020-10-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Virtual- Zoom
This event is to welcome and orient new Governing Body Members for the 2020-2021 year. The Governing Body is comprised of 21 members who are responsible for the governance of the Action Alliance and guide its policies. Under Action Alliance by-laws, the Governing Body has representation from all geographic areas of Virginia, at least one-third of representatives are from member sexual and domestic violence agencies, at least one-third of representatives are survivors, and at least one-third of representatives are of historically oppressed communities in Virginia.

Prevention Connection Zoom - October 2020
2020-10-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual- Zoom

Youth Connection Zoom
2020-10-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual- Zoom
Hosted 1-2 times per quarter and open to YOUTH ages 18-24. This is a brand new space and we need your help getting this info to young people you work with. These Zooms are an opportunity for young activists, advocates, and artists in Virginia to connect with their peers across the state, build new skills, learn more about anti-oppression, and strategies to end sexual & intimate partner violence.
Register: http://bit.ly/VAYOUTHCONNECTION

Prevention Connection Zoom - September 2020
2020-09-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual- Zoom

Project ECHO
2020-09-16 10:30 - 12:00 | Virtual- Zoom

Governing Body Meeting
2020-09-10 13:00 - 16:00, 2020-07-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2020-05-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2020-03-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Virtual- Zoom
The Governing Body is comprised of 17 members who are responsible for the governance of the Action Alliance and guide its policies. Under Action Alliance by-laws, the Governing Body has representation from all geographic areas of Virginia, at least one-third of representatives are from member sexual and domestic violence agencies, at least one-third of representatives are survivors, and at least one-third of representatives are of historically oppressed communities in Virginia.

Using the Power of Our Voice and Vote
2020-08-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual- Zoom

State and Local Partners' Meeting
2020-08-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual- Zoom
Intended for SDVA and Affiliate members. These quarterly meetings offer a space for the Action Alliance and our partners to provide updates and share information; area agencies to network with each other; and for all to discuss trends, innovations, and challenges in prevention and direct service programming.

UPLC Statewide Gathering
2020-07-14 - 2020-07-16 | Virtual- Zoom
A statewide gathering for participants in the Underserved Populations Learning Collaborative (UPLC). The goal of the UPLC is to support community-based sexual and domestic violence agencies in becoming strong allies to underserved populations and to promote access to culturally-responsive, comprehensive services. We’ve built a strong statewide network of survivor-centered advocacy agencies, yet we know there are still many survivors not being served, and others for whom existing services don’t adequately meet their needs. This project aims to “expand the circle” and close the gaps, preparing agencies to better provide safety and healing for all survivors.
This initiative is supported through funding and expertise from Department of Social Services (VDSS), Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS), and the Action Alliance. These three partner agencies are jointly responsible for designing the Learning Collaborative and are actively engaged throughout the Learning Collaborative, building statewide capacity alongside sexual and domestic violence agencies.
