Child Support 101
Join us for a Child Support 101 webinar for DV advocates presented by Karla Cortez (WSCADV) and Tom Atkinson (Division of Child Support). This webinar will cover the basics of…
Join us for a Child Support 101 webinar for DV advocates presented by Karla Cortez (WSCADV) and Tom Atkinson (Division of Child Support). This webinar will cover the basics of…
Please note: This event is for WSCADV Member Programs here's a lot going on! Being part of a Coalition means you don't have to go it alone. WSCADV member programs are welcome to join In These Times: Monthly Drop-In Sessions. What's new at your program? Are recent developments in federal policy having an impact on…
New Date/Nueva Fecha: Thursday, Sept. 25th Location/Ubicación: Walla Walla YWCA Acompáñanos el Jueves 25 de septiembre para “Advocacy 102” en español. ¿Eres un/a defensor/a o supervisor/a que ha trabajado en el campo de la violencia doméstica por más de 2 años? Muchos de ustedes han participado en “Rookies 101”, así que llevemos nuestras habilidades al…
Keep the momentum going following WSCADV's annual conference in Yakima by attending the In-Person Gender-Based Violence Prevention Collaborative meeting on Wednesday, September 17th from 9am-2pm. We'll be meeting at the Yakima Arboretum to be in community together, debrief the conference, and talk all things prevention!
United in Hope, Together We Rise This year, we gather under the theme "United in Hope, Together We Rise". Hope is a powerful force that binds us together and propels us forward. In difficult times, hope fuels our commitment to supporting survivors, strengthening communities, and caring for ourselves. Join us as we explore how the values that…
Let's come together and talk about ways to support survivors experiencing housing instability in our advocacy practices. Together we'll learn about the housing systems survivors navigate in our communities, and what our role as advocates can be to support survivor resilience and resources through tools like community and landlord engagement, survivor-driven housing advocacy, flexible financial…
Join us for Money Talks! A webinar series to promote economic justice. Join us on Sept. 3 for a discussion about work, how abuse affects survivors’ ability to work, and the protections that are available in Washington State. We will discuss ways to safety plan with individual survivors about work as well as tips for…
Are you an advocate or a manager who has been working in the DV field for 2+ years? Advocacy 102 is for advocates and managers that have been in DV work for two or more years. In this training we will cover screening and intake, best practices, de-escalation in shelter settings, reviewing and reconsidering shelter and…
This training explores how disability and domestic violence intersect, highlighting the impact of ableism and the unique barriers disabled survivors face. Our guest presenter is Evan Jones, the SOAR Works Disability Coordinator at Sojourner House. We'll cover Social Security basics, tips for navigating benefits, and introduce SOAR Works as a key resource. Ideal for anyone…
Join WSCADV and preventionists from across the state for the August Gender-Based Violence Prevention Collaborative meeting! The collaborative is a space for connection, community-building, learning and resource-sharing, and collaboration.
Coaching a Fall sports team in 2025? Join us Aug. 13th in Spokane, WA! This free train-the-trainer event is for high school coaches and mentors who want to empower student athletes to prevent hazing, sexual assault and dating violence through a strength-based leadership development approach. Attendees will be trained in the Athletes as Leaders curriculum. We will…
Let's go back to basics! Join WSCADV and preventionists from a wide range of programs as we discuss the ins and outs of prevention work. While this training will be especially beneficial for new preventionists or advocacy staff wanting to learn more about prevention, we also invite more seasoned preventionists to register and attend to…
Join us on Sunday, July 20, 2025 for Refuse to Abuse® Day at T-Mobile Park as we take action for domestic violence prevention, promote healthy, respectful relationships, and enjoy a Mariners game together! Each Game Day ticket includes: Deadline to purchase: Friday, July 18th at 5:00pm.
Join WSCADV and preventionists from across the state for the June Gender-Based Violence Prevention Collaborative meeting! The collaborative is a space for connection, community-building, learning and resource-sharing, and collaboration.
Join us for a Child Support 101 webinar for DV advocates presented by Karla Cortez (WSCADV) and Tom Atkinson (Division of Child Support). This webinar will cover the basics of how survivors can access child support collection through DCS (the Department of Child Support) such as:
Please join us as we share information about survivor-led advocacy strategies and responsibilities of legal advocates when supporting survivors of domestic violence. Using interactive exercises, this webinar will deepen legal advocates understanding when applying advocacy principles, in civil and criminal legal settings. This two-day presentation will provide experienced and newer legal advocates with creative and…
Join legal advocates from across the state. On this connection call we will share the latest updates on legal advocacy issues facing survivors, give and receive support from other advocates, and share resources.
Join us for a specialized training designed for advocates on how to support crisis line callers during moments of trauma and uncertainty. This training will equip you with practical tools and compassionate techniques for responding to calls with empathy, clarity, and confidence. You’ll learn how to create a safe space over the phone, recognize signs…
Join us for a Child Support 101 webinar for DV advocates presented by Karla Cortez (WSCADV) and Tom Atkinson (Division of Child Support). This webinar will cover the basics of how survivors can access child support collection through DCS (the Department of Child Support) such as:
Join us for an insightful conversation with former labor and community organizer and author Vanessa Priya Daniel as she discusses topics such as the barriers to creating authentic belonging and how to support and retain women in leadership roles. Seats are limited so register now before it's too late! (event location to be shared in…