Teen Dating Abuse

Teen Dating Abuse

A Partnership for Change (APFC) is a New Jersey non-profit organization dedicated to ending intimate partner abuse through the provision of comprehensive education and awareness programs.

This class is extremely valuable for anyone who works with teens - whether in the school system, healthcare system or within community organizations - as 1 in 3 teenage girls is a victim of dating abuse.

** Professional Credits Available for Social Workers and LPC's **

PROFESSIONAL CREDITS

Anyone: 4 DVS (Domestic Violence Specialist) credits are awarded for EACH IPVA class; credits authorized by the NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) (not currently available).

Social Workers and LPCs: 4 non-clinical credits approved by the National Association of Social Workers - New Jersey (NASW-NJ)

Contact us at [email protected] for more information.

Goals for Teen Dating Abuse:

• Define the dynamics of abuse, and all types of abuse, in teen dating relationships
• Identify the warning signs that a teen may be a victim or an abuser
• Identify strategies to effectively identify, approach and support teens and their parents or guardians
• Learn how to properly document incidents, develop teen safety plans
• Identify effective prevention and awareness strategies
• Identify age-appropriate resource and referral information for support

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Workshops are based on best practices that acknowledge and respect the needs of victims from diverse populations. The speakers have nothing to disclose; there are no conflicts of interest, sponsorship, or financial/commercial support being supplied for this activity.

Host or Publisher A Partnership for Change (APFC)