Providing Affirming Advocacy with LGBTQIA+ Survivors

LGBTQIA+ survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence regularly face barriers to safety and services across a variety of systems. While some programs take steps to promote inclusion externally on websites and signs, addressing systemic anti-gay and trans bias remains a crucial step in providing equitable and accessible services for all. In this training, participants will learn about the impacts of legislative and political attacks on LGBTQIA+ folks, explore real-world examples of unconscious bias, and gain new strategies to advocate alongside survivors in the LGBTQIA+ community. Participants will hear from state and national experts on topics such as safety planning, inclusion, and individual and legislative advocacy with LGBTQIA+ survivors.  

Presenters: Isaac Báez, M.P.H., C.D.E., Consultant, Visage Cultural & Diversity Consultation LLC; Jake Snow, Technology and Civil Liberties Attorney, ACLU; Michael Munson, Executive Director, FORGE,

CEUs: 3 CEUs are available for Ohio licensed social workers and counselors. To obtain 3 CEUs, you are required to attend the entire training and complete the evaluation. When you register, please include your complete license number if you are a licensed counselor or social worker in Ohio. Evaluations and Certificate Request Forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive and CEUs.

Cost: Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members. ***Note: If paying by check, please include the name of the training on the memo line. 



Deadline to register: May 15, 2024

Please share any accessibility needs and accommodations when registering for this event, including for American Sign Language interpreting. 



Upon registering, you should receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. If you have not, please contact [email protected].