Housing Advocacy with Domestic Violence Survivors

Domestic violence survivors can face significant challenges in securing stable, independent housing, and this challenge is made significantly harder by the current lack of affordable housing available. Advocates hold an important role in driving change, not just on an individual level, but also on a larger scale to promote equitable access to these resources.

Join ODVN and the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio (COHHIO) to gain strategies to advocate alongside survivors in the current housing crisis. In this virtual training, COHHIO presenters will discuss trauma-informed approaches when working with domestic violence survivors seeking housing. ODVN staff will explore effective strategies for advocating for survivors with complex rental histories. Participants will learn about legal protections offered by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), as well as federal resources to increase survivors' access to legal and social services.

Presenters: Aubre Jones, Director of Training and Equitable Practice, COHHIO; Damon Krane, Housing Information Coordinator, COHHIO; Takara Sanders, REACH Program Manager, ODVN

CEUs: 2.5 CEUs are available for Ohio licensed social workers and counselors. To obtain 2.5 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 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: July 18, 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 training@odvn.org.