Understanding Social Security Benefits

Thursday, February 20th

This event will be an opportunity to learn from and ask questions of Trisha Mentzer, Social Insurance Specialist, from Social Security Administration. She will be providing information on the following:

• My Social Security account (online account)
• Disability benefit overview (SSDI-Disability, and SSI-needs based program/welfare type program)
• Survivor benefit overview
• Retirement benefit overview
• Medicare overview
• Spousal benefit overview
• Social Security stats

Click here to register for this training on 02/20

Fair Housing Basics

Wednesday, February 20th

This conversation will be part of the IFHC Live Webinar series.

This online training will cover the basics of the Fair Housing Act, including the jurisdictional elements of a fair housing complaint and examples of discriminatory conduct by housing providers as well as a closer look at the protected class of Sex which includes Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation.

Click here to register for this training on 02/20

Effective Youth Advocacy Institute

Wednesday, February 26th, through Thursday, February 27th

The Effective Youth Advocacy Institute on the Prevention of Teen Dating Violence is an interactive 1.5 day training tailored for rural service providers and preventionists. This institute emphasizes the importance of inclusive programming, specifically focusing on integrating all youth in prevention programming, including youth from historically marginalized communities who experience disproportionate rates of teen dating violence. Participants can expect to build strong connections and networks with other youth serving preventionists while learning how to incorporate engagement methods like play, appreciation rituals, and reflection.

The institute will be held in-person at The Linen Building (1402 W Grove St, Boise, ID 83702).

Click here to register for this training on 02/26-02/27

Sustainability Strategies for Culturally Specific Organizations Serving Survivors of Domestic Violence

Wednesday, March 5th, through Thursday, March 6th

This two-day in-person training is part of the Advocate Training Institute for Peace and Safety, which provides a resource hub and responds to the training and technical assistance needs of culturally specific organizations. This training is designed to help enhance service provision and organizational sustainability of culturally specific organizations.

This training is tailored to help culturally specific organizations enhance their advocacy, improve service provision, and build sustainable systems. By attending, you’ll gain the tools, knowledge, and connections necessary to strengthen your organization’s impact in your community.

Click here to register for this training on 03/05 and 03/06

MMIP Awareness Day in Idaho

Monday, May 5th

The Indigenous Idaho Alliance, in collaboration with Indigenous Creatives and the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence is proud to announce the upcoming 5th Anniversary of MMIP Awareness in Idaho, a powerful event dedicated to honoring the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP), raising awareness about the ongoing crisis, and mobilizing action toward justice.

Click here to learn more about 2025's MMIP Day