Description

Equity, diversity, inclusion (EDI), and belonging practices are vital to providing effective sexual violence services. As organizations, we have many frameworks to choose from that aim to help programs incorporate EDI practices into our day-to-day processes and procedures but this can make it overwhelming to choose! In this webinar, we will compare two of those frameworks: Accessible, Culturally Responsive, and Trauma-Informed framework (ACRTI) and the Sexual Assault Demonstration Initiative (SADI). When providing domestic violence services, ACRTI can be a great tool, while SADI provides extensive EDI tips for sexual violence and dual programs specifically. Join us to learn a bit about each framework; about each of their gaps; choosing between the two and/or making them work together.

Itzel Olivas joined CCASA in December 2022 as the Rural Project Manager. Being an immigrant from a rural community gives her a unique insight into the challenges and obstacles the immigrant and underserved population endure. She is fortunate to have worked in the field since 2015, first as the Latin@ Outreach Coordinator through Violence Free Colorado in partnership with CCASA for the Promotora Project, and then for the last 6 years as the Bilingual Victim Advocate for Advocates Against Domestic Assault in Trinidad providing direct client services helping survivors find empowerment through housing support, group support, and the ability to learn basic life skills to thrive.

Maria Mendez joined CCASA in September 2018. She has been in the gender-based violence prevention field since 2011, and also has experience working with youth in after-school programs. Prior to joining CCASA, she worked at Colorado College as the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator, where she developed a new confidential student group to provide information to peers about Title IX processes and resources. Prior to that, she worked in Bakersfield, California at the Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault in the Prevention Education Department, and created a Media Literacy Program focusing on how gender norms portrayed in the media influence our views on relationships and consent. She earned a BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and an MA in Media Psychology from Fielding Graduate University.

Please note: This training was created for DVP Sexual Violence Services Project programs. DVP grantees are highly encouraged to attend, but everyone is welcome!