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To better meet growing needs, advocates find themselves leaning into housing advocacy, which can be complex and time-consuming for those unfamiliar with the housing field. Given the growing frequency of housing requests coming into to sexual assault programs combined with the soaring amount of staff time spent addressing housing needs, many organizations are interested in building new or remodeling existing housing programs. So what does a survivor–centered housing program look like?

This webinar highlights the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence (OAESV)’s survivor–centered approach to housing survivors of sexual assault. Use this flyer to access the webinar recording.

The unique housing needs of survivors of sexual assault vary from one survivor to another. These needs do not always fit neatly into traditional housing paths. A survivor living in a multigenerational household may need a night or two away to clear their mind in solitude. A survivor may need to appear in court early in the morning, yet live hours away with no access to public transportation. Or a survivor may benefit from a neutral environment to process. For such scenarios, innovation is the answer.

Featuring ReloShare, this webinar will dive into the challenges survivors of sexual violence face accessing shelter, explore how a hotel shelter program model can accelerate options, and share tips on implementing such program models. Use this flyer to access the webinar recording.

Survivors of sexual assault have unique housing needs throughout their lifespan. The number of housing related advocacy requests received by sexual assault programs and coalitions is growing, and fast. Although housing is recognized as a priority issue impacting survivors, many sexual assault programs and coalitions do not have specific housing programs or dedicated housing staff to meet increased need. One of the primary barriers? Lack of funding.

This webinar introduces attendees to a variety of funding opportunities that can, and currently do, support housing work with survivors of sexual assault. Use this flyer to view the recording.

This quick-reference chart compares the Violence Against Women Act (“VAWA”) Self-Petition and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (“SIJS”) as immigration options for abused noncitizen children.

This list has links to all of the resources and webinars that BWJP has created for the ESPOC project.

Domestic violence and sexual assault service providers bring valuable expertise and dedication to supporting survivors. This course builds on that foundation with a trauma‑informed approach to addressing the unique needs of survivors of human trafficking who have also experienced domestic and/or sexual violence.

This training strengthens core advocacy skills and builds confidence in key areas, including intake, assessment, case management, and collaborative support.

About the Course

Through interactive, self-paced modules, participants deepen their awareness of survivor experiences, identify protective factors, and strengthen strategies to support survivors’ safety, stability, and long-term self-sufficiency.

The course is designed for advocates supporting survivors and may be completed individually or as part of a team, with worksheet-guided reflection for application.

Course Overview

Each module includes skill-building activities, a case study, tools, and resources. The course includes seven modules, each taking about two hours to complete, including review time, awareness checks, and a downloadable worksheet.

Certificates of participation are provided after completing an evaluation form for each module.

The course is designed to be completed in sequence to support a comprehensive approach to survivor care.

Course Modules

Module 1: Overlapping Experiences of Human Trafficking, Domestic and Sexual Violence

Module 2: Impacts of Trauma and Protective Strategies

Module 3: Foundations for Survivor Intake and Case Management

Module 4: Screening for Human Trafficking and Identifying Survivor Needs

Module 5: Safety Planning with Survivors

Module 6: Collaborating for Survivor Support: Confidentiality and Partnerships

Module 7: Ensuring Continuity of Care and Long-Term Support

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This course is part of the Building Collaborative Responses to Human Trafficking. For questions and resources please email: learning@futureswithoutviolence.org.

This project was supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-23-GK-05126-MUMU awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice.

El cifrado ayuda a proteger la información del acceso indeseado o sin autorización. Las opciones de cifrado están disponibles en la mayoría de los dispositivos inteligentes y las plataformas en línea.

Siempre que sea posible, los programas de servicios para víctimas deben utilizar el cifrado para proteger los datos, las comunicaciones y los sitios web. Las personas sobrevivientes también pueden utilizarlo para ayudar a proteger sus dispositivos y comunicaciones. Este manual proporcionará una visión general de lo que es el cifrado y la manera en la que puede ser utilizado por las personas sobrevivientes y proveedores de servicios para víctimas con el objetivo de proteger información confidencial.

Encryption helps to protect information from unauthorized and unwanted access. Options for encryption are available on most smart devices and online platforms.

Victim Service Programs should use encryption to protect data, communications, and websites whenever possible. Survivors can also use it to help protect their devices and communications. This handout will provide an overview on what encryption is and how it can be used by survivors and victim service providers to protect sensitive communications.

Muchos programas de servicio para víctimas cuentan con redes WiFi o computadoras disponibles para que utilicen los/las sobrevivientes. Los/las sobrevivientes pueden usar una computadora compartida o la red WiFi para realizar búsquedas si buscan mudarse o conseguir empleo, beneficios, vivienda, entre otros.

Los programas deberían garantizar que la red WiFi o la computadora tenga la máxima seguridad posible para proteger la privacidad y confidencialidad de los/las usuarios/as. A continuación figuran algunos consejos y mejores prácticas para garantizar la seguridad de las redes WiFi y las computadoras compartidas.

Many victim service programs have computers or WiFi networks available for survivors to use. Survivors can use a shared computer or WiFi network to do research if they are relocating, to apply for jobs, benefits, or housing, and more. Programs should ensure that the computer or WiFi network is as safe and secure as possible to protect the privacy and safety of users. This resource provides tips and best practices for securing shared computers and WiFi networks.