VRLC will introduce its newest tool: Privacy on Campus: A Workbook for Advocates. The first thirty minutes will include an overview of the workbook contents and an orientation for advocates wishing to get the most out of this tool. The second thirty minutes will feature workbook author, Marissa Korbel and VRLC Deputy Director Lindy Aldrich walking through the workbook’s Ripple Effect tool, which helps advocates remember and consider the outcomes and potential privacy implications of various roles.

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Few things have disrupted the judiciary in such a widespread manner as the current pandemic of COVID-19. Multnomah County Circuit Court, the United States District Court for the District of Oregon, and Oregon Supreme Court Justice Martha Walters have issued different orders and supplemental directives on the ongoing operation of the courts in light of this unprecedented development.   Join Multnomah County Circuit Court Presiding Judge Stephen Bushong and U.S.D.C. Chief Judge Marco Hernandez at noon on April 14, 2020…

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Gather best practices for developing a comprehensive table of contents, tracking changes and amendments to policies, visual aids and charts, and other documentation. Reduce legal liability by learning about disclaimers, avoiding discriminatory language , and verifying content. Explore the process to introduce and implement formal policies, orient staff, and educate the community to prevent resistance and gain acceptance of implementation. Prepare for future changes and evaluation.

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On April 15, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. e.t., the Office for Victims of Crime Training and Technical Assistance Center will present an online Expert Q&A discussion with Kathleen Demro and Laney Gibbes on "Sustainability Planning." Is your organization positioned to continue providing high-quality services to victims of crime while navigating the ebb and flow of resources, changes in organizational assets, and shifting community partnerships? These are just a few factors essential to sustainability, which is defined as the capacity of…

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When disaster strikes, are you prepared? This webinar will focus on how we, as tribal domestic violence programs and shelters can prepare and insure our ability to conduct business after a disaster strikes. It will not only address personal preparedness, but important information on how to continue critical operations of tribal domestic violence programs. It will provide emergency management tips to help tribal domestic violence programs be prepared for future disasters and continue the vital role you play in our…

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Share and Learn Calls The COVID-19 pandemic poses new challenges to many OVW-funded victim service agencies as they shift to remote work. The Victim Rights Law Center (VRLC) is here to help guide OVW grantees navigate this new arena of protecting survivors’ privacy. Join VRLC for a 60-minute Share and Learn Call to discuss best practices to maintain survivor confidentiality. Registration will be granted on a first come, first serve basis with limited spaces. Reserve your spot now!

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Within DV agencies the word "advocacy" has come to often be used as a catch-all term for any type of direct service or case management. However, genuine advocacy for survivors means partnering with them to represent their rights while linking them to the resources, protections, and opportunities they need to achieve their self-defined goals. This kind of broad-based advocacy has been shown to be effective in increasing survivors’ safety, wellbeing, and quality of life. Yet, this type of advocacy has…

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Thoughtful implementation of accessible technology during our COVID-19 response can permanently transform advocacy for survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors. In this webinar, the National Network to End Domestic Violence’s Safety Net Team will review best practices for using technology to ensure that it is safe, accessible, and confidential for all.

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