Saturday, October 20, 2018

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Webinars



1) Domestic/Sexual Violence in the Deaf Community

 Presented by Michelle Mendiola and Michele Cunningham
October 29, 2018 6pm-8pm EST
Cost: $15
0.2 Professional Study CEUs
This webinar will be presented in ASL only
Did you know that Deaf individuals are 1.5x more likely to be victims of relationship violence—including sexual harassment, sexual assault, psychological abuse, and physical abuse—than the general population? Come see a powerful presentation about how domestic violence and sexual assault affect the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, as well as the resources and challenges survivors face.
Participants will have the opportunity to explore how contexts involving domestic/sexual violence impacts language decisions, to define ethical decision-making in contexts involving domestic or sexual violence, and to learn tips for keeping safe in these contexts.

2) Trauma, Violence, and Boundaries
Presented by Jenny Buechner
October 30, 2018 7pm-9pm EST
Cost: $15
0.2 Professional Study CEUs 
This webinar will be presented in ASL only.
In the middle of an appointment, interpreting for a victim of crime, domestic violence, or sexual assault, you realize a few things but aren't sure what exactly to do. One - you're not sure how to handle the violence, trauma, and the effects on you. Two - you're aware of resources available for the client, but unsure of how to share it, safely. Three - you want to be sure you're using appropriate signing vocabulary. This workshop will help you understand how you can manage your trauma, and how to safely share resources with the Deaf victim.



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