[DV_listserv] FW: FVCC Newsletter April 2012

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This issue of the FVCC newsletter has some great information!

From: Family Violence Coordinating Council [mailto:multnomah at multnomah-or.ccsend.com] On Behalf Of Family Violence Coordinating Council
Sent: Monday, April 09, 2012 3:16 PM
To: Greenawald Erin S
Subject: FVCC Newsletter April 2012

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 Family Violence Coordinating Council Newsletter

 UPDATE

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AS A PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE
APRIL 2012

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In This Issue

Domestic Violence as a Public Health Issue

On the Net

Supervised Pareting Time and Safe Exchange Program

Announcing...

Save the Date

Meeting Agenda
12:15-1:30

Introductions

County Budget Update

Stalking Committee

Survey & Update

SHARE Study on Housing Instability and Domestic Violence

2012 Meeting Schedule

Multnomah County Family Violence Coordinating Council meets on the 2nd Friday of every month. Upcoming meeting dates are:

Apr 13, 2012

May 11, 2012

June 8, 2012

Quick Links

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Public Health Division webinar:  April 30, 2012, 10-11:30 a.m.

Making the Connection: Improving Domestic & Sexual Violence Prevention & Response in the Public Health System.

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Dear Erin,
Welcome to the Multnomah County Family Violence Coordinating Council Newsletter published monthly.

This month's Update Newsletter takes a look at domestic violence as a public health issue. As a field, public health approaches widespread problems that impact health, safety and wellbeing through health surveillance, research, education, and policy development. Public health also emphasizes the importance of primary prevention, or preventing problems that cause disease or injury.

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Domestic Violence as
a Public Health Issue

Domestic violence has long been recognized as a public health concern. As far back as 1985, the U.S. Surgeon General identified it<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7IWNITH5Wr7LPZFTHiVsBByXa4pKFT-fPl5AEH7ZP1yn3Bnkrag3pc30Z-wIvSAd4TVajLkQQYdzH5LZ4VCB5RW1SOJzymuoLFTqWSiB6UuTnIqocebyC6qlUrwjUxv0vYIWzHj-WCIgw==> in this way - saying that domestic violence could not be handled adequately by criminal-justice interventions alone. Beyond the obvious, immediate health effects and injuries, domestic violence contributes to long-term, health problems including chronic illness and disability, poor mental health as well as higher costs to society including medical costs and lost productivity.

Public health plays an important role in understanding and addressing these problems and in helping to identify ways to prevent violence. The Prevention Institute<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JwslREPsjqVEIBvQPsTlJSKP62uLDke62hJzWLzkUKtfueGpJzEbCutbuNBfCLDGouSKGsjVQi-ksfRWx1qWx9sBGD02uZJgpaIyTW6K_EfZDuD7QCDmls> maintains, "Violence is among the most serious health threats in the nation today," and Oregon's Public Health Division completed an assessment and will soon release recommendations for public health approaches to address domestic and sexual violence in Oregon.

Social determinants of health constitute a relatively new framework in the public health arena. This framework recognizes that health and wellbeing are often influenced by social conditions outside of an individual's control, such as exposure to community violence, lack of access to education and employment opportunities, socioeconomic conditions such as poverty, and social norms such as racism and discrimination.

Understanding the complex interactions between violence and social conditions is important. Experts recognize that survivors

of domestic violence - who are also experiencing other hardships such as poverty and discrimination - may also face more barriers to achieving safety.

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CDC's Public Health Approach to Domestic Violence<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7LhvkK4wJfjGB46S35jGv1T5T4n5bENN42mLTbH6XCZNSKxnFvAEGM1RhS9KFHM9kM3DecKLBS-gkXmyAguO0HOrcwifgsTZ3yjTeU91L1gPXxLs1FfZoFnkHMcyRnT6erB1nn7Yp0v94gW0nQOKV7qj6R4_87Mmlo=>

Prevalence: According to the CDC's National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey of 2010<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JzGtNOizbZgMr_8cY0UNsPFhC0Ul-6s2Scj2Imuk-mCl5qsIWJ8TuOf92t_mwAhFCFiQ_m9pt_xW9vfOtzzQ9eqrPkg4eEWT2xKdhiszU8OK8M1Z8fx4XSch8_gCy5x_EKl8XBqZ9H_Dgq6E07uZsp4hdHW4mfXB8=>, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) affected more than 12 million people - with women disproportionally affected. For example, 1 in 4 women - contrasting with 1 in 7 men - have been the victim of severe physical violence by an intimate partner. In 2010, the lifetime prevalence included an estimated total of 5,596,000 women in the U. S. - those who reported having experienced IPV at any time during her lifetime.

The 2010 survey also reports that racial and ethnic minorities carry a heavier burden of IPV. The report states that this is probably due to stressors that racial and ethnic minorities experience; a number of social determinants of mental and physical health - such as low income and limited access to education, community resources, and services - likely play important roles."

Impacts: CDC defines IPV as a public health problem that nearly 3 in 10 women and 1 in 10 men<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7K-lBwV6Vo-6uWn5kbeyangU-k9nBXiYihlSjp1dnD3sc5uRsOf4siHDbK0FoI7kGQexd5r_cqvKcbtOcXuzTo0Swp_QFUY5L1uQGC2Nz6f0Y2w4l9ECvY3-nA4JSPcUuQzQUVmtnwC2ugcfTHJE2YwWbRy_esHHLk=> in the U.S. have experienced with IPV-related impact. IPV resulted in 2,340 deaths in 2007; of these deaths, 70% were females and 30% were males. The 2010 IPV survey measured a variety of IPV impacts: fearfulness, concern for safety, symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, injury; need for services related to healthcare, housing, survivor's advocacy, legal situations; missing days of work or school; and contracting a sexually transmitted infection or becoming pregnant.

Prevention: Larry Cohen, founder and executive director of the Prevention Institute, lists benefits of primary prevention<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7Idf6i7aanjxlMC8mQwRZq-N3vPKkmt8uN4Qt0AnoAln5zanRM8l0wLu7dWawxfDvEhiT9aN-0hHdT0DIbPGODhenmTo3f2DO3QRTHZBsYyRs3hisvwOTkZQ85Xgl-vsJgsQo17iVl2NRAhwc0LSEBn0WPWsPw4w2lMtrJ83Mv0uLRG283_O3VhAWki9f9ADNEfIUQ0jbctvs8x_7fld-t3lSFfUOP5Q7uzBaiqhOWnlQ==>: reductions in morbidity and mortality, improved quality of life, reductions in disparities, cost-effective use of resources and improvements in health status. Primary prevention encompasses roots factors, environmental contributors and behavioral factors. In Cohen's Spectrum of Prevention<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7IUdKFdbRyI1iQQF_2M1_6YUTn4hrZ46uYLd4OkMkUbk-DTWt3k4rebTjdeI766UxBs-HaIaHDFrrXt7lMExPdaeaz4XxXlYpAaaj-m_rWLm5fh_eq5BAhrqJ5fXhsuZK6Ij_he4-aL24zA-9rxWL_4xROcRRuPRkQlyorPluCWBU-jB6KT5yd-4TOJe_KgtAms4xTt-z-L0RbuuFDnhVtCKxjL8QtXiPE=>, strategies include: enhancing individual capacity, reaching groups with information and resources, informing providers who influence others, convening groups and individuals for greater impact, adopting regulations and shaping norms, and developing strategies to change laws and policies.

Intervention:  Screening is one intervention<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7IoUKFCIGU24-uttbJ0WsWAK1Pm4ZlBbJyownu4uAOkSUigAgTJBK7OePsLZhEFrDuIVKOTktHvoA5MwfTOBlaNo0FkSMQO8z205IbyvGn2aR7uSaa0Lpq8arGAZPKg9qDxYujhR-rLGypL4vsXANUNztDaXoeFBBjBXENSx6o9pzBWE-0dndbHXEf9ksnbG_my0jVbmO3rV7cnlFpCzO9F52GYd-jrBZscnJ_7R0kIJQQOrVISsIGwteeqT7sadiAJyj7xQTgMGg==> recommended by the Committee on Health Care for Underserved Women of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. They report, "Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant yet preventable public health problem that affects millions of women.... Although women of all ages may experience IPV, it is most prevalent among women of reproductive age. Obstetrician-gynecologists are in a unique position to assess and provide support for women who experience IPV."

Written screening protocols (listed here in abbreviated form) facilitate the routine assessment process: (1) screen for IPV in private, safe setting, (2) use professional language-interpreters, (3) offer framing statement to show that screening is done universally and not because IPV is suspected, (4) incorporate screening for IPV into routine medical history, (5) establish/maintain relationships with community resources for women affected by IPV, (6) keep supply of printed, take-home resource materials and (7) ensure that staff receives IPV training on regular basis.

What's Next for Domestic Violence and Public Health: The National Institutes of Health list 31 current, clinical trials<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7K2y78PTYU81MxwRdYwSQ9pw-Rl13vNXBXm5FoXjqJsRT2mbP-PbolQAy0MqZQkC6u3kEEkB0HBqYFCAvuOuyvblTDXmtlWs5qiUxJkdEnPs5uJnzABIyjPtdPRH3VoA4t4FnotTutZfoPK0oTpd8aKArVzWTeXvraHjoduDq3GIrU-_BdylSbPHkm6OA_S4anqc52cWSm9GkOxm1OhkAxhWcKJH6TaBZixim-blIGnfn3dW0TQaSirFuvhiRDcZ4X7HqhnNhv4Vg==> involving domestic violence. These studies involve the role of intimate partner violence in areas such as such as HIV infections, substance abuse, parenting, co-morbidity and chronic health problems, post-traumatic stress disorders, depression, pregnancy, quality of life, and disabilities.

These researchers are investigating a wide range of interventions including: motivational interviewing, mind-body bridging, parent-child psychotherapy, interpersonal therapy, group intervention to empower battered women, trauma-focused behavioral therapy, home visitation, internet-based safety decision aid and screening protocol for intimate partner violence - just to name a few. These all potentially contribute to best practices that can be put to use in our communities.

On the 'Net
Internet Resources
1.    Child Welfare Information Gateway<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JWL3j0dLXcfIzKSCjtixLeoghNwFLwgZmJTVWt6Wud_VpCIzC3nhp1ejPtr2-5wkB3qpzt4VPYwiGtvpJofHuBz3a8IvFve2krDdqfVr8M3fEQ0vBC00ntqWc9_kazGCRuOY1R_hfQvcsmyL3z1Fv6>: On the left of the home page is a menu of topics including child abuse and neglect (prevention and response) with subsections including definition, identification, statistics, risk and protective factors and perpetrators.
2.    ClinicalTrials.gov<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JMOccQT_wVkG5j7b7U8LpXD2AN-P90ZBPYSKj46RVLtCpLLzOQRsBCsPALzBgktWAOgT5trR19d8qRjCPPR-7ChykkkEWaULvfsNvVYtK_CA==>, National Institutes of Health, U. S. Department of Health and Human Services: This is a registry and results database of federally and privately supported clinical trials conducted in the United States and around the world. Descriptions include trial's purpose, who may participate, locations, and phone numbers for more details.
3.    Committee on Health Care for Underserved Women<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7IoUKFCIGU24-uttbJ0WsWAK1Pm4ZlBbJyownu4uAOkSUigAgTJBK7OePsLZhEFrDuIVKOTktHvoA5MwfTOBlaNo0FkSMQO8z205IbyvGn2aR7uSaa0Lpq8arGAZPKg9qDxYujhR-rLGypL4vsXANUNztDaXoeFBBjBXENSx6o9pzBWE-0dndbHXEf9ksnbG_my0jVbmO3rV7cnlFpCzO9F52GYd-jrBZscnJ_7R0kIJQQOrVISsIGwteeqT7sadiAJyj7xQTgMGg==>, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists: Type "domestic violence" in the search field and find resources such as screening tools, information on state coalitions, articles on intimate partner violence, fact sheets and more.
4.    Futures Without Violence Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7KwKtRjksTSKCz8kLMrVDBNc6GyGxfrK4W39LzDvb97BKkMfKbO76-InfDIzt4vu0SZppOXdb2JU_eVQYWCQw8EjHI7sKJScfV2gTKKtJlPC8RLfAzCdVLVFU70T6cXzRNoNqS_hc1Pip8egsHAML0MJj1UdY5-sv8=> (formerly Family Violence Prevention Fund): This contains a wealth of free and low-cost resources. Examples include an electronic newsletter; printed materials and training curricula; a short film demonstrating techniques for screening for and responding to domestic violence in a health care setting; and clinical guidelines for specialty areas such as adolescent health and reproductive health.
5.    Intimate Partner Violence<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7LYXAudLwSYmiy6omRsWbW_ITrLB8nDPl0J4fGH1SW0mbXWupnRbTy7i7DeqwZjB8vcDPXjKlJVolsZ9ebJD0urwp6kOTHd5Y746iLP4xjJzwuDR2bJ7SEgEVQ-zfmo6GaeW5fzMhpGuhgAWoAWFH7G0OhdSKqYDhNmYo-pBkiLhQ==>, Injury Center, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U. S. Department of Health and Human Services: Located here is a plethora of scientific information like fact sheets, activities guides, reports, results of surveys in various media such as PDFs and podcasts.
6.    National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JrrQpf-OAfuPyQr3ri5M41Z583tbc6XYrRmozl7OPogJUDGLpMKfGu7_HkMwBTTHgH5HNPtOwDdXMZp1d8HhAEphreWD1fOO7EXJr6nMl_6-Gl--hXCkt3gIw-P29WCjxkEXIcX9ogVA==>: This extensively lists upcoming trainings, webinars and events around the country. Other services include training, consultation, and public policy advocacy. At the "Resources" tab are more links, publications, meeting planning tools, 9-1-1 audio recordings and recent additions.
7.    Office on Violence Against Women<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7I-IKu43mwZhnIg0OHptwvYmlQo8k8GvNlDHY8x_szZp8-NI-kcjo2y1cylu7NE6_3LsNPEh5LxXDtls9_dfMtJDXomooFb_fL4KjTxY8gEpg==>, U. S. Department of Justice: The Office provides leadership in developing the national's capacity to reduce violence against women and administer justice for and strengthen services to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking. This website has links to find help for survivors, grant opportunities and a map for links to local resources.
8.    Oregon Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Abuse<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7I-2Tbi8QaXt-1z2YUVeNkuBdH737P5lJWCNpeJlJmCYYwaAMrzWCO9TwKuqjwAB-5QCDne1WJ5Syc_R4cUU_RLRcoKhi2Smy6muSGpV_wgKQ==>: This site offers information on legislative and public awareness, systems advocacy and includes a resource library. The training tab lists annual conference, regional trainings, podcasts, webcasts and local program trainings.
9.    PreventConnect<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7Jf1OmnaHCgbpa133an0sZVRwKoi5e4JBh5q1z1kDfW_3mcRLtztaZB3fZusCQ2a46VRCo-CJvBPcqAWJgzVey3f40BhweuF89p6a69bscqxg==>: This is a national online project dedicated to the primary prevention of sexual assault and domestic violence. It includes opportunities to join the community via FaceBook, Twitter, Flickr, etc. There are buttons for podcasts, conference, wiki and eLearning plus a tab for events.
10.  Prevention Institute<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JwslREPsjqVEIBvQPsTlJSKP62uLDke62hJzWLzkUKtfueGpJzEbCutbuNBfCLDGouSKGsjVQi-ksfRWx1qWx9sBGD02uZJgpaIyTW6K_EfZDuD7QCDmls>: This organization brings research, practice, and analysis to pressing health and safety concerns. This site provides tools, initiatives, publications and descriptions of services. Use the Publications Search to locate various media types.

FVCC Program Update
Supervised Parenting Time and
Safe Exchange Program, Safety First

By Janice Garceau

Multnomah County Family Court Services (FCS) developed Safety First -Supervised Parenting Time and Safe Exchange Program - with funds from the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). This program will serve 120 families from Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties. Services will be offered at two locations: the Gateway Children's Services Building in East Portland and the Center for Victim Services at the Washington County Courthouse in Hillsboro.

The Safety First Core Planning Committee completed key development steps and in November hired Sara Windsheimer as Program Coordinator. The following final steps are underway:

 *   Staff:  FCS selected nine candidates for Parenting Time Facilitators. A diverse group, they have experience serving survivors and offenders as well as working with children and Court-mandated clients. Training for Parenting Time Facilitators has been developed, and the goal is to have all staff hired and trained soon.
 *   OVW Approval Process:  Materials were submitted to OVW for review and approval which takes 30 to 60 days. Prior to submission, we collaborated with OVW's technical assistance contractor, the Vera Institute of Justice.
 *   Other Logistics:  A fee collection and accounting system are established with the related fee ordinance set to go before the Board of County Commissioners. Construction and facility changes at both sites are complete. Contracts for security officers are in process. Program Coordinator's office and database are established.

Safety First hopes to start receiving referrals by late April 2012.

Ms. Garceau is Program Manager for Multnomah County Family Court Services and can be reached at 503-988-3189 and janice.e.garceau at multco.us<mailto:janice.e.garceau at multco.us>

Announcing...

A New Executive Director

[cid:image007.jpg at 01CD1664.F084AD20]The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (OCADSV) announced Vanessa Timmons as their new Executive Director. Since 2008, Ms. Timmons served as editor of the FVCC Update Newsletter and Domestic Violence Program Development Specialist for the Domestic Violence Coordination Office. Some readers might also remember Vanessa's work with Raphael House and the National Organization for Women.

OCADSV reports, "Ms Timmons has been a writer and women's health advocate for over 20 years. She brings a variety of experiences in understanding the dynamics of violence at the intersections of gender, race, and other factors including substance use and trauma.... We are thrilled to continue working with Vanessa in her new capacity as Executive Director. Her steadfast dedication and skillful leadership will strengthen the Coalition in its movement forward." Congratulations, Vanessa!

VAWA Reauthorization: Pending

Violence Against Women Act of Reauthorization Act 2011<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7J0lpXXtCR8_-1yR0R45QzWNix5RFhoTkD3-vj96N7iIlMEVAQA0qMbewVFcpFGLRf1g53JXPFfjemwzjUfIkt2SnmEff2EL2BeYVpA-EaCtk-scO62IKE-_BP7Fqxz_R8Yhb_XfBkjwTgW60ts8NTze1Vw9zD34rxgfMzc_um4IoQCPGAQw94x-YM2T0ndL-iqM2Wpc6eFrge97LQSF1XrPMpDFLEjf80GpiV928z5iw==>

Violence Against Women Health Initiative Act of 2011
(S. 1765/H.R. 1578)

Futures Without Violence reports<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7LXTl_IGejDU38Dcw5mVdW8tdYugyiVUoqL6s2x-TNU9QEmpJPbL95WuRmWzUpqAjlUIysk6idgbvb1aiTf9AwXs5TN0vVBCXjcVVYwvZ70u3xzx5Blc6nJLu-i6f3vCDwhOCHkjI09rrEjeUzF9gYiwvJvTEwiHRoITkk_QXE-ZZNa9IdQpQTby9-zcutLPtFCvPz1xIq68Q==>, "Domestic and sexual violence is a health care problem and one of the most significant social determinants of health for women and girls." Its effects are as follows: (A) nearly one-third of women in the U.S. report being physically or sexually abused by a husband or boyfriend at some time in their lives; (B) research published in the Journal of Women's Health in 2007 found that women victimized by violence have more doctor visits, more specialist visits, and more prescription refills than non-abused women, and (C) a study released in 2010 - that compared survivors with never-abused women - found survivors had higher incidences of clinically-identified substance abuse, more depression diagnoses, more sexually transmitted diseases, and lacerations. CDC conservatively estimates that intimate partner violence costs the health care system $8.3 billion annually from direct injuries and services.

Futures Without Violence goes on to say that it will be a battle to pass Violence Against Women Act and that the U.S. Senate is expected to vote on the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7Ii7NvTcSOil7SgtLoEYkWmYUl4MqR5dx-hTQF8Zyd22xDKWGNw4W8qbm_CxRE6A4uMjPIgg-LU1CB-gFew-AfVEtU_irXyZRBjmnoOkp-f3Hl58yFFhDJRS6ZqSKplHLBLC3GRtlGx3g==> in mid-April. For an update, please call your Senators<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JZFq2lVcqbFs_J-xERIzpRNaqA4HIKEO-PKjQeFddxB2D1pZpAgpM37fduk-rfnGyHdJg6VLxCG5DRyU90aO4uARSQB5GBLFnxYO8gbjzK8N21r12O1mK7XjxqgJbwPDx3YyADUKEDKgnMpLFr-8NUTyQrTv7geoeqw0x4_7NB4Il86wIETB4J> Merkley and Wyden who are both co-sponsors.

UPDATE: According to Senator Ron Wyden's office on April 3, Senate Bill 1925 was out of committee on March 12. The Judiciary Committee conducted hearings and filed a report to the Senate. Senator Patrick Leahy is the sponsor. He can be reached at 202-224-4242, 802-862-2525 or 802-229-0569.

Observances in April: National Sexual Assault Awareness Month: The 2012 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7I5I1EMiMecOtSG-ybCHPqWJQD7sj73wwOq8qzXTMG_wYW7txHbpB4SrRlMZwdXJz3EI97TrVrmY-4FS75wMtQAZwDZfbY2Qtb73ADvzb51wo9VxpLoKXVey9ah-5Mz6WSfHh-bdD07RR5hS5sL0-Oencl-_MCMQCQ=> campaign provides tools and resources that focus on promoting positive expressions of sexuality and healthy behaviors. April is also National Child Abuse Prevention Month<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7JWL3j0dLXcfIzKSCjtixLeoghNwFLwgZmJTVWt6Wud_VpCIzC3nhp1ejPtr2-5wkB3qpzt4VPYwiGtvpJofHuBz3a8IvFve2krDdqfVr8M3fEQ0vBC00ntqWc9_kazGCRuOY1R_hfQvcsmyL3z1Fv6>.

Funding Opportunity<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7J9auWEygKKBa8NJwO31zQZ3Zy82sxaq_VrutSkLWYfsMAE8V2cI0OTR1rw3CEogkiiOB4YoWjIu0uLugoIekMxins9KQQIygUNh-t9DTYJ-ktfuIOepAmqQf2mz_fH8F_Qh51G7pMokKTUqmccFCBzLJXIRTYhg4mQxDT4D_zItTMRTg2tFc7FFM9I2BGiyhR-G6Zp_1IOKdHUg8ius2a4iY-AbK76tviEQ20ET9KajDMnnDtkdsOx1X2bkA3YJL7A0YT5VqDZtqi0Fo62I-j8>: According to the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, "A growing number of communities have adopted multi-strategy, multi-disciplinary approaches to reduce the violence that has adversely affected youth, families, and neighborhoods across America. This program provides funding for localities to support federal, state, and local partnerships to replicate proven multi-disciplinary, community-based strategies to reduce violence. This program is authorized by the Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2012, Public Law 112-55."  Award range: $250,000-$1,500,000 (6 awards expected) closes 5/1/2012, posted 3/14/2012. JIC at telesishq.com<mailto:JIC at telesishq.com>.

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April 19 | 3rd Thursdays 2:30-4:30 p.m. | Project DART (Disability Assault/Abuse Response Team) | Empowerment Group is for women with disabilities who have experienced abuse and/or domestic violence, Portland State University, 1600 SW 4th Ave. Suite 900 | 97201 - drop-ins welcome/services free of charge. Contact Jill Tucker or Jan Campbell | tucker3 at pdx.edu<mailto:tucker3 at pdx.edu>or 503-725-4160.

April 21 | 9:30a.m.-12:30p.m. | Workshop: "Communication that Supports Partnership with a Survivor," strategies for building better communication in your relationship if someone you love or care for is a survivor, led by Adam Benjamin, MSW. Space is limited. Register with Adam at sbenjam at gmail.com<mailto:sbenjam at gmail.com>.

April 24 | 5:30 p.m. doors open/free showing 6 p.m. | Film: "The Visitor" presented by Raphael House and UNICA at Catholic Charities, 2740 SE Powell Blvd, 97202; public welcome |appetizers and beverages - (option to bring dish to share).

April 26 | Bike Back the Night & Take Back the Night: march 5:30 p.m., ride 7 p.m., survivor speak-out/vigil to follow, PSU Park Blocks, SW 10th and Montgomery. RSVP  www.facebook.com/thepwcl<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7Jr2ao6CT3TrG77woIIp-yCtIz5Km1RBW0_Q_Qi7h_qXT7CuuRKDrTsRf9Cp3Blh5FDg9OXeaMWKWi80xu7kdA_d3sLltSozGCUnnsbLYaub3BBVoGIqxxp>.

April 27 | 12 noon-4 p.m. | Re-Open House at Oregon Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence: meet staff and Board, discuss vision for future, enjoy beverages/snacks | 1737 NE Alberta St., Ste. 205, Portland 97211. Call 503-230-1951.

April 27 | 6-8 p.m. | Book release party for Stop Signs: Recognizing, Avoiding and Escaping Abusive Relationships by Lynn Fairweather (abuse survivor), M.S.W., at Women's Resource Center, Portland State University, 1802 SW 10th & Montgomery (lower level), discussion and light refreshments.

April 30-May 2 | Conference: "Tribal Perspective on Healthy Relationships and Meeting the Needs of Sexual and Domestic Violence Survivors," Oregon Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence at Kah-Nee-Ta Resort, Warm Springs, OR. Special invitation extended to nine Oregon tribes. Scholarships available for Regions 5-7. Contact Sobia Parach at 503-230-1951 or  sobia at ocadsv.org<mailto:sobia at ocadsv.org>.

May 10-11 | Training: "Advanced Techniques in Working with Abusive Men" at the Oregon Convention Center will feature four experienced presenters covering eight ground-breaking presentations worth 12 Continuing Education Units (CEU) for as low as $125 for both days. For details, contact James Lund, Operations Manager at 503-297-7979 or Allies at AlliesinChange.org<mailto:Allies at AlliesinChange.org> or see www.AlliesinChange.org<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7IJuDwHTUa6-FZX4cidF3O7Nl0t45Ifi4V-ISEBr_cZwpAO4j1YSK0VKR3mu79qy5dzheHDte7UsD77Bvg-QUvuJWfWuTJdNUavCE6M1hU3Pg==>.

August 13-14 | Conference: "Domestic Violence and African Americans: Unpacking the Significance of Our Diversity," sponsored by Institute on Domestic Violence in African American Community, University of Minnesota: Sheraton Norfolk Waterside, Norfolk, VA. Contact 612-624-5357 or 1-877-NIDVAAC or info at idvaac.org<mailto:info at idvaac.org>

PreventConnect announces its 2012 web conference series<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001JSIcmbKud7LelVydhS5gkh-XgoYYmHjC_gva3TRLbEVW87b3yIA66P_hLGLLvU4uuNKtatO2cvNMzdBhQxiO6Wg5In95RE8TVT6JRk1daw9fZdojOoqYGhonGeiH3G2a3s6SNEiRQNFlMKF8eFcVpeIacoJM6HH-> - those below will be conducted by staff of the Prevention Institute. To register, click "Events" then "Web Conferences."

April 24 & 26 | "A Good Solution Solves Multiple Problems," by Annie Lyles & Carolina Guzman

May 22 & 23 | "Social Change and Social Justice: Building Bridges Between Movements" by Annie Lyles & Carolina Guzman

June 13 & 14 | "Don't Let Prevention Stand Alone: Integrating Prevention Efforts in Your Agency and Community," by Annie Lyles & Menaka Mohan

NOTE: To include your next event, email Ruth Jensen, the new editor of the FVCC Update, at  ruth.jensen at multco.us<mailto:ruth.jensen at multco.us> or fax 503-988-6634. Include registration deadline and contact information. Thank you!

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