In the past two years, the ways that we interact have changed drastically. Pre-pandemic, we had robust opportunities to network: tabling events, attending each other’s fundraisers, dropping by community partners’ offices, and in-person meetings filled with the possibility of catching…
On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law a measure that would prohibit abortions as early as six weeks. We knew this law could be detrimental to the lives of survivors of sexual violence in Texas…
Last month, OAESV had the esteemed honor to present to representatives from the White House Gender Policy Council on recommendations for the first-ever U.S. National Action Plan on Gender-Based Violence. This is a historic moment for the prevention of and…
Domestic violence and intimate partner violence occurs in all communities. However, various causes can affect the level, intensity, and prevalence of violence. A study by the National Institute of Justice indicates that American Indian and Alaska Native women and men…
Let’s face it, SART/CCRT Coordinators do a good amount of work behind the scenes, that isn’t always recognized or appreciated by the entire team. One of those tasks includes preparing the agenda. Before each meeting, it is important for the…
Recently, I have received a lot of requests about evaluating SART work. Evaluation is a crucial and necessary tool for strengthening services, identifying gaps in services, and garnering more resources. It should build momentum and increase SART effectiveness. When done…
15 resources that contextualize anti-sexual violence movements and uplift transformative strategies and narratives of healing and justice for Sexual Assault Awareness Month Terror in the Heart of Freedom, Citizenship, Sexual Violence and the meaning of race in the Post-emancipation South,…
As I write this, we are in the middle of Black History Month 2021. By the time this is posted, Black History Month will have officially wrapped up. My hope is that I have reflected, participated, and supported events throughout the month…
Many of the technical assistance questions I receive share a common theme about getting a team back on track. This has been especially true in the midst of COVID-19, which forced several teams to cease in-person meetings. In addition to…
Sexual violence is the fault of the perpetrator. When we blame the victim, perpetrators aren't held accountable for their action, and ultimately, perpetrators are more likely to continue their destructive behaviors and acts of sexual violence. Sexual violence is never…
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