Family Violence Across the Lifespan Workshop--2 Day Intensive

Thursdays, Oct 16 and Oct 23--Workshop registration includes BOTH days

• 800am-400pm each day
• Lunch will be provided the first day of the training

Topics Include:

• empowering participants to recognize and effectively respond to family violence
• learn to recognize the various types of abuse and the cycle of violence
• examine the role of power dynamics and coercive control
• challenge family violence stereotypes, stigma, and other barriers to family violence supports
• delve into unique needs and barriers as they may be experienced by those at vulnerable life stages (children, seniors), as well as members of often marginalized communities (Indigenous, Sex & Gender Diverse, Newcomers)
• build confidence in offering empowering support to those experiencing family violence
• learn about available community and workplace resources

With Guest Experts, activities, discussions, and case study built into the core of our Intro to Family Violence training, this workshop will help service providers develop their skills in supporting clients experiencing family violence. No prerequisite training or background required, it is open to anyone who is interested in getting more comfortable and familiar with this work.

Organization Bookings:

Note: we are also able to offer this workshop to individual organizations that wish to book directly for their staff. please contact [email protected] for inquiries

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