Note: WI DOJ Office of Crime Victim Services will host a training on Friday March 15th. This day covers the required OCVS training for DOJ-funded programs and staff, including: Safe at Home program, Crime Victim Compensation/SAFE Fund, and Victim Rights. Registration for this day is coordinated by OCVS. Click here to access the OCVS... Read more »
In partnership with the University of WIsconsin-Eau Claire-Barron County (UWEC-BC) Embrace is proud to present the third annual "What Were You Wearing?" Survivor Art Exhibit. This self-guided exhibit features stories and visuals of what survivors were wearing when they were sexually assaulted- a simple yet powerful message that clothing does not equal consent. Exhibit opening,... Read more »
April is both Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month (SAAM) and Child Abuse Awareness Month (CAAM). Originating from grassroots movements in the 1970 and 80s, SAAM/CAAM began as a response to the need for increased awareness and action against sexual violence and child abuse in our communities. This movement created an opportunity to educate... Read more »
‘Let’s talk about Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women’. Advocacy Spaces welcomes special guest speaker Brooke Waukau Johnson, MMIW Task Force Coordinator, DOJ When: April 2nd, 2024 Time: 1:00pm-2:30pm Click to Join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/665672861 “Native women are 10 times more likely to go missing or be murdered than any other race population. It's the... Read more »
This survivor-centered workshop offers participants a space to explore emotional expression, mind-body awareness, and resilience through the transformative power of therapeutic dance and movement. Registration is not required.
For older adults, not only can we find pleasure and passion after being a victim of sexual assault. But we can also find victory in discovering our purpose. The journey from victim to victorious is real. Join presenter Clara Flemming, as we talk about that road trip, detours and all.
Workshops for queer & trans folks in partnership with UW's Gender & Sexuality Campus Center. Participants learn basic empowerment-based self defense and assertive communication strategies. go.wisc.edu/QSelfDefense
