We would love to have you join us for this much needed discussion as we are approaching Domestic Violence Awareness month. Please see the following link for all of the details and registration information: https://www.womensadvocacycenter.org/forum
I’ll be one of the presenters for this outstanding symposium & look forward to connecting with as many of you as possible. I will also also be participating as a panelist. I do hope you’ll be able to join us. To see the full lineup of speakers and get registered, please use the following link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/…/changing-the-mindset…
On September 15th, I have the privilege of being the September guest for SisterReach’s Evolving Women Webinar series. My topic is entitled, Creating Your Utopia. It will be moderated by Margaret Stout. You can watch it from your place of comfort by tuning in on the SisterReach Facebook page. Save the date and join us at 2:00pm cst. To learn more about SisterReach and have the link for for the Facebook Live, go here: https://www.facebook.com/SisterReach
The University of Memphis recently hosted its annual Title IX Summit. Title IX is a comprehensive federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. To learn more about the history of Title IX , it’s importance, compliance and more by reading here: https://www.justice.gov/crt/overview-title-ix-education-amendments-1972-20-usc-1681-et-seq
I enjoyed the opportunity to be one of the presenters. I was asked to present on the cycle of abuse. It’s important for those working with students understand the dynamics of abuse, as more and more employees are coming in contact with individuals being abused. They need to be able to recognize the signs in order to best serve their needs when issues arise. They also need to understand the mindset of those who are going through abuse. By doing so, it will help them to have a better understanding of their struggles and in some cases, help to remove certain perceptions. Students will feel more comfortable with reporting, understanding their rights and having adequate support and referrals for additional programs and services.
I had the privilege of being able to share a few insights as an invited guest for the Culturally Relevant Victim Centered Approaches training in Nashville, TN. It was hosted by the Women of Color Network, Inc. out of Pennsylvania. I’m a graduate of the LEAP Cohort 3 Fellows program WOCN developed along with CALCASA (California Coalition Against Sexual Assault). While I’m glad to have had the opportunity to share my perspective from a personal as well as professional perspective, I learned a great deal of useful information & a deeper appreciation for the need for such programs to be implemented and discussed on an ongoing basis.
One of the most interesting parts about the training was our discussion on biases and the exercises we did surrounding those biases. There were some attendees who were a bit uncomfortable. I think it’s a good thing. In order to better understand how to effectively assist victims and survivors, we must be honest with ourselves about how we view people as well as how we view ourselves when interacting with them.
I am hopeful to have the chance to facilitate training on this subject and will be pushing for agencies, businesses and anyone working with abuse survivors to take part in the discussion. I believe it will also prove to be helpful for personal development and the ability to work more efficiently with staff/fellow co-workers.