Building Pet-Inclusive Support for Survivors
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Join us for Building Pet-Inclusive Support for Survivors, a special panel discussion celebrating the launch of the new Pets and Family Justice Centers Toolkit. During this conversation, leading experts will explore the intersection of domestic violence and animal abuse, the role pets play in survivor safety planning, and practical strategies organizations can use to create more inclusive, compassionate services for survivors with pets.
- The link between animal abuse and domestic violence
- How pets impact survivor decision-making and safety
- Trauma-informed approaches to pet-inclusive advocacy
- Practical tools for Family Justice Centers and direct service providers
- Community partnerships and housing solutions for survivors with pets
- Strategies for supporting children impacted by pet abuse and family violence
Whether you are a Family Justice Center professional, advocate, shelter leader, law enforcement officer, social worker, veterinarian, or community partner, this webinar will provide valuable insights and actionable guidance for strengthening survivor support systems and reducing barriers to safety.
Together, we can help ensure no survivor has to choose between their safety and the safety of a beloved pet.