Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence

Collective Calls
2026-03-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
There is power and strength in a collective! With a rotating focus, these monthly meetings are opportunities for members to build community and strength as we work together to end sexual violence.
In-Service (members only)
In-service sessions are short trainings during which participants can grow skills, cultivate new partnerships, and learn about developments in the field.
Program Spotlight (members only)
Program spotlight sessions are opportunities to engage with peers and build skills for giving and receiving feedback. In these sessions, an identified program will spotlight a project or a topic, and participants will have opportunities to ask clarifying questions and make recommendations.
Connection Spaces (open to all)
Connection space sessions are opportunities to connect and be in community with those who do similar work in Ohio. In these breakout spaces, participants will connect with their peers to discuss emerging topics related to their role(s). These spaces will feature breakout rooms for preventionists, direct service advocates, and SART/CCRT leaders. Additional breakout rooms may be available for rotating topic-specific conversations.
In-service and Program Spotlight sessions are reserved for OAESV members only. If you are an individual member or you work for a member program and need assistance logging into the member portal, please reach out to info@oaesv.org. If your agency is represented on this map, you are a member.
Click month names below to register for a specific session. Click here to register for 2026 entirely.

Month
Session Type
Date

January
In-Service
1/15/26 (10am-11:30am)

February
Program Spotlight
2/19/26 (10am-11am)

March
In-Service
3/19/26 (10am-11am)

May
Connection Space
5/21/26 (10am-11am)

July
Program Spotlight
7/16/26 (10am-11am)

August
In-Service
8/27/26 (10am-11am)

September
Connection Space
9/17/26 (10am-11am)

October
Program Spotlight
10/15/26 (10am-11am)

November
Connection Space
11/19/26 (10am-11am)

OAESV Legal Clinic Virtual Office Hours
2026-03-19 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-08 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-16 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-06 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-05-21 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-18 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-01 11:00 - 13:00 and 2 more dates
Survivors & Advocates – Connect with an attorney
The OAESV Legal Clinic hosts virtual office hours to provide a safe space for Ohio survivors and their advocates to connect with an attorney. They also allow survivors to discuss legal options, connect with resources, and/or have a brief consultation.

Wednesdays
11 am – 1 pm

Thursdays
3 pm – 5 pm

January 7
February 4
March 4
April 8
May 6
June 3
July 1
August 5
September 2
October 14
November 4
January 15
February 19
March 19
April 16
May 21
June 18
July 16
August 20
September 17
October 22
November 19
December 17 (2-5pm)

Please call or text 216-282-1559 to connect.
Additional accommodations available by request.

Seasonal Training Series, Taking Care: Resilience for the Self
2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
Join us for our Spring Seasonal Training Series! Taking Care: Resilience for the Self with Sarah Buffie, MSW, LSW. Please plan to join us for both sessions on March 23 & 24, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, as the training is designed to build across the two 90‑minute days.
In violence prevention work, our ability to foster safety, connection, and healing in communities depends on how well we care for ourselves. This training grounds resilience as a core prevention practice, a way to strengthen our capacity to engage, respond, and lead with clarity in the face of chronic stress, trauma exposure, and the emotional demands of the work. Through experiential mind–body activities, participants will explore practices that support regulation, presence, and sustainability, helping us prevent burnout, build protective factors, and model the wellbeing we hope to cultivate in our communities.
Training Objectives:

Learn prevention‑aligned strategies for nurturing personal resilience as a protective factor in their work.
Engage in interactive mind–body exercises that enhance regulation, connection, and collective capacity.
Explore practical tools for returning to balance and grounding during moments of stress, activation, or compassion fatigue.

REGISTER HERE.

Seasonal Training Series (Spring): Taking Care, Resilience for the Self
2026-03-23 11:00 - 2026-03-24 12:30
Join us for our Spring Seasonal Training Series! Taking Care: Resilience For the Self with Sarah Buffie, MSW, LSW, and Danae Riggs, Certified Trauma Specialist. Please plan to join us for both sessions on March 23 & 24, 2026 from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, as the training is designed to build across the two 90‑minute days.
In violence prevention work, our ability to foster safety, connection, and healing in communities depends on how well we care for ourselves. This training grounds resilience as a core prevention practice, a way to strengthen our capacity to engage, respond, and lead with clarity in the face of chronic stress, trauma exposure, and the emotional demands of the work. Through experiential mind–body activities, participants will explore practices that support regulation, presence, and sustainability, helping us prevent burnout, build protective factors, and model the wellbeing we hope to cultivate in our communities.
Training Objectives:

Learn prevention‑aligned strategies for nurturing personal resilience as a protective factor in their work.
Engage in interactive mind–body exercises that enhance regulation, connection, and collective capacity.
Explore practical tools for returning to balance and grounding during moments of stress, activation, or compassion fatigue.

All accommodations will be as requested.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

14th Annual Advocacy Day
2026-04-15 09:00 - 17:00
Our 14th Annual Advocacy Day will be held in person at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus, Ohio on April 15th, 2026.
This is an amazing opportunity to inspire hope, build connections, and ensure our communities can thrive. By attending, you can take action to communicate directly with lawmakers to elevate the voices of survivors in Ohio.
Registration is now open for Advocacy Day.
OAESV’s Advocacy Day is a free event. We encourage survivors, advocates, educators, students, legislators, and anyone else who shares our vision of an Ohio free from sexual violence to attend!
Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I have to know a lot about policy and legislation to attend?

No – Advocacy Day is open to first-time participants and returning/seasoned advocates. OAESV creates custom materials & preparatory training to those who register in advance of the event.

Can I attend Advocacy Day alone?

You can attend Advocacy Day on your own or with a partner or group. If you wish to participate in legislative meetings, OAESV will group you with people from your county or region and will connect you with your group prior to the event.

Do I have to attend the whole day?

We welcome all attendees to join us for as much of the day as possible. You can register for the morning session only (program in Statehouse Atrium), the afternoon session only (legislative meetings) or both. It’s important that you let OAESV’s team know as soon as possible if your registration changes at publicpolicy@oaesv.org.

Is there anything I have to bring or prepare in order to participate?

No – since OAESV prepares materials for you, you don’t need to worry about too much prep work. We recommend you are familiar your meeting agenda (emailed to you prior to the event) and the prep materials we send you. We always encourage local organizations to consider bringing information about their sexual violence services and partnerships to highlight to lawmakers.

Ohio Statehouse Resources:
You can find information about all state policymakers, including a bio, committee assignments, press releases, and more, online here: https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/

Ohio Statehouse Security FAQs
Event Parking & Locations

Questions? Please reach out to publicpolicy@oaesv.org.
Wear Your Advocacy
Our storefront features our 2026 campaign “Hope. Build. Thrive.” and provides a powerful visual representation of power and strength in the collective! Order your swag here and wear it to Advocacy Day!

Monthly Legislative Update: First Friday Call
2026-05-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-07 13:00 - 14:00
Join OAESV’s First Friday calls to learn about timely legislative updates that impact Ohio survivors, rape crisis centers, and communities. In 2026, our First Friday calls will cover everything from tracking state legislation, calls to action, engaging in deeper policy discussions, and covering key state and federal government updates.
These calls are an open space for anyone to join – whether you are a lifelong advocate or looking for some initial public policy information to get engaged with the movement to end sexual violence.

REGISTER HERE

Training Institute for Sexual Violence Advocates
2026-05-04 10:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-05 10:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-06 10:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-07 10:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-08 10:00 - 15:30
OAESV’s Training Institute for Sexual Violence Advocates is designed for advocates and rape crisis program staff who have been working in the field two years or less or are new to Ohio laws and procedures. This training fulfills the “Core Standards for Rape Crisis Programs in Ohio” requirement of 40 hours of introductory training for new staff. OAN and NOVA/NACP: meets requirements as a pre-approved training for “Introductory Advocacy” training. Approved for 37 hours of CEU credits for social workers.
Training Schedule:

20 Hours of Asynchronous Training: Accessible 4/13/2026-5/3/2026, completed at your own pace.
20 Hours of Interactive Zoom Training: May 4th – 8th, 10 am – 3:30 pm with breaks throughout the day, including a 30-minute lunch break.

*Includes breakout room discussions, polls, Padlet activities, and more! Please be prepared to fully immerse and engage with your peers!

This training is for OAESV members only. If you need assistance logging into our Member Portal (Coalition Manager) or you would like to become a member, please email info@oaesv.org for assistance. For additional information or questions, please email training@oaesv.org.
REGISTER HERE

Ready, Set, GO! Foundations for Prevention
2026-05-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Ohio Domestic Violence Network, 174 E Long Street, Columbus, Ohio, United States
Ready Set Go! will introduce new prevention professionals to violence prevention foundations, including public health and best practices. While focused on introductory information, this training is beneficial for all anti-sexual violence professionals to build skills and refresh knowledge about primary prevention and its integral role in ending sexual violence. The day will include time to network and practice skill-building and is open to OAESV members and non-members. The last day to register is APRIL 29th 2026.
REGISTER HERE for this in-person event at the Ohio Domestic Violence Network offices (174 E Long St. Columbus)

2026 Annual Conference
2026-06-23 09:00 - 2026-06-24 17:00
Our 2026 Annual Conference will be held in person in Columbus, Ohio on June 23 and June 24.
This event will serve as a cornerstone of Hope, Build, Thrive, a yearlong campaign focused on nurturing resilience, strengthening networks, and driving bold, collective action to end sexual violence.
This year’s theme calls on advocates, service providers, survivors, and community partners to reimagine what is possible when we move forward together. We’re not just responding to harm—we’re creating a foundation for lasting change.
Learn more here.

OAESV Self Care Retreat 2026
2026-07-30 08:00 - 2026-07-31 17:00 | Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center, 1750 State Park Road 2, Oregon, OH, 43616, United States
MEMBERS ONLY
Thank you SO MUCH for all of the incredible work you do to serve survivors and co-survivors of sexual violence in the state of Ohio. It has not been an easy job, especially considering all of the barriers that we go through such as funding challenges, slow policy movement, and fighting rape culture in our local communities every day.
While this will not change things overnight, now is the time for us to gather together to remind us that we are NOT alone in this movement. We are so glad to be with you for these two days as we explore different ways to take care of ourselves as we do this extremely important work.
During this retreat, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in workshops such as:
“Using Drums to Move Through the Emotions”
“The Sound of Surrender: A Restorative Sound Bath Experience”
“Expressive Arts for Emotional Endurance”
“Archery Wellness”
“Release and Return (Yoga & Embodied Action)”
AND MORE!
Register

Seasonal Training Series (Summer 2026): Serving Survivors at the Intersection of Sexual and Domestic Violence
2026-08-03 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-11 13:00 - 14:30
Sexual and domestic violence intersect on individual and programmatic levels. In the US, approximately 19.7% of women and 4.4% of men experience contact sexual violence by an intimate partner within their lifetimes. In Ohio, 74% of Qualified Rape Crisis Programs also provide domestic violence advocacy services.
Join us for a deep dive on the intersections of sexual and domestic violence. This training series will discuss the complexities of multi-victimization and best practices for serving sexual violence survivors within dual service agencies.
Trainings are facilitated by Leah Aldridge, Ph.D., of VALOR, co-author of the VALOR report “Reciprocal Advancement: Building Linkages Between Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.”
Part 1: August 3 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Part 2: August 11 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Part 3: August 13 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Register for the series
