September 9, 2025 - September 10, 2025

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

The Round Room
The Round Room, Fishers, IN, 46037

The Indiana Victim Assistance Training Project is pleased to announce an in-depth, two-day training designed to deepen our collective understanding of domestic violence and enhance our ability to support survivors. 🗓 Dates: September 9–10, 2025 📍 Location: The Round Room, Fishers, Indiana This year’s program, “Beyond DV 101: Expanding Our Knowledge of Domestic Violence,” will […]

September 24, 2025 - September 25, 2025

Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express

Victim service staff positions turn over frequently in Indiana. Through a study of advocates, the Indiana Victim Assistance Training Project found that workplace dissatisfaction is one of the top  reasons victim assistance staff leave their positions. In an effort to support longevity in the field of victim services, the  Training Project contracted with Indiana University […]

October 1, 2025

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

We know that substance abuse is both a risk factor and an impact of intimate partner violence. Substance abuse is also a common scapegoat for abusive behaviors. With how intertwined the two issues are, it’s important to better understand them and use it to inform our work. In this webinar we’ll discuss tactics of abuse […]

October 14, 2025

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

The first webinar in a 3-part series on Trauma-Informed Care for service providers. We begin with an introductory session on trauma and the principles of trauma-informed care. This is a great session for those who are new to TIC or are looking to refresh their skills. You can expect to leave this webinar with increased […]

October 21, 2025

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

The second webinar in a 3-part series on Trauma-Informed Care for service providers. Following the introductory session, we will dive deeper into strategies for putting trauma informed care into practice. In this session, we will discuss each of the five principles of TIC as we look for opportunities to further embed them in our practice, […]

October 22, 2025

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Woodstock Country Club
Woodstock Country Club, Indianapolis, IN, 46208

Join us for an evening to express our gratitude to our 2025 donors and sponsors. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. This event is free to attend, but we do ask that you RSVP by October 15th, as we have a limited number of guests available. Please email edant@icadvinc.org with any questions.  

November 4, 2025

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This training functions as a basic introduction to the issues encompassed in intimate partner violence (IPV) and the experiences of both survivors and perpetrators of IPV. Focus areas include: understanding power and control dynamics; understanding the statistics, myths, and stereotypes around survivors and perpetrators; learning red flags and signs of abuse; and strategies in assessing […]

November 19, 2025

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

French Lick Conference Center
French Lick Conference Center, French Lick, IN, 47432

Join us as experts from the Zero Abuse Project join forces with forensic nurses and law enforcement officers statewide to provide training on legal best practices spanning from investigation through adjudication Content Includes: Anatomy of a Criminal Case Prescription for Justice: Testifying for Medical Professionals Testimony Exercises, including Mock Direct & Cross Examinations Q&A with […]

December 4, 2025

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

IU Health Ruth Lilly Conference Center
IU Health Ruth Lilly Conference Center, Indianapolis, IN, 46202

Guided by Calvalyn Day MsED, TICC, CCFP, participants will gain essential insight into: • The Fundamentals of Trauma Informed Care • Applying Trauma Informed Practices into Varied Contexts • Enhancing Caregiver Well – Being and Effectiveness Virtual & In Person Attendance Options CEs, CEUs, CLEs, & LETBs available

December 9, 2025

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Every year, we see the headlines warning of sharp increases in domestic violence around the holiday season – but what does that actually mean for survivors and advocates? The webinar will discuss the data around the prevalence of intimate partner violence during the holiday season, additional considerations for safety planning, and strategies to help support […]

January 22, 2026

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

It’s not a surprise that stalking is a crime that both scares and fascinates our culture. Between horror movies like Fatal Attraction and Obsessed, romanticized media like You and Twilight, and of course the plethora of true crime documentaries stalking is an ever present topic of conversation. But how much do we really know about stalking?  In this webinar, we’ll define […]

February 5, 2026

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

In this webinar we will explore the dynamics of power and control through the lens of immigration, discuss the specific barriers and concerns immigrant survivors have, and share strategies for supporting these survivors.

February 24, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This training functions as a basic introduction to the issues encompassed in intimate partner violence (IPV) and the experiences of both survivors and perpetrators of IPV. Focus areas include: understanding power and control dynamics; understanding the statistics, myths, and stereotypes around survivors and perpetrators; learning red flags and signs of abuse; and strategies in assessing […]

March 10, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Despite the high prevalence of economic abuse in domestic violence relationships; it often goes unrecognized. In this training, we will dive into the ways that an intimate partner might control or weaponize finances against a survivor; strategies to support survivors regain control over their finances, and resources for continued education or economic stability. Interested participants should have […]

March 18, 2026

8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Good Samaritan Hospital
Good Samaritan Hospital, Vincennes, IN, 47591

This full day course provides an in-depth look at both the medical and criminal aspects of strangulation. Participants will learn how to recognize clinical signs, document findings. 6-5 hours of Continuing Education will be available for attorneys, nursing, law enforcement, and other professionals: Light breakfast and lunch provided. Cost: $60

April 21, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This training functions as a basic introduction to the issues encompassed in intimate partner violence (IPV) and the experiences of both survivors and perpetrators of IPV. Focus areas include: understanding power and control dynamics; understanding the statistics, myths, and stereotypes around survivors and perpetrators; learning red flags and signs of abuse; and strategies in assessing […]

April 23, 2026

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

One of the common safety planning recommendations is to update privacy settings and secure accounts. But how should advocates and survivors go about this? Is there an order of operations to follow? Is there anything more we can do? In this webinar, we will take a closer look at the processes for improving privacy and security in the […]

June 10, 2026

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

When it comes to intimate partner violence, we often think about it in a stereotypical gendered context. Often, we remedy this by swapping out “he and she” for ‘they’ to affirm that IPV can occur in all types of relationships and communities. But, we also know that abusive tactics can look very different from one relationship to the next. […]

June 16, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This training works as a next step to learning more about how to work with survivors as a service provider. We will dive into the process of safety planning, the key areas to be considering during safety planning, and how to do all of this in a trauma informed manner.  Interested participants should have some familiarity […]

July 7, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This training functions as a basic introduction to the issues encompassed in intimate partner violence (IPV) and the experiences of both survivors and perpetrators of IPV. Focus areas include: understanding power and control dynamics; understanding the statistics, myths, and stereotypes around survivors and perpetrators; learning red flags and signs of abuse; and strategies in assessing […]

July 20, 2026 - July 22, 2026

Indiana Community Action Association Conference Room
Indiana Community Action Association Conference Room, Indianapolis, IN, 46202

Grow your skills, meet new peers, and rediscover the fun of learning at the ICADV Summer Prevention Summit — a camp‑inspired, three‑day experience designed to spark connection, creativity, and confidence in your prevention practice. Day 1: Prevention 101 — Monday, July 20, 10–4 ET (Optional) New to prevention? Join us for hands‑on Toybox games that […]

July 28, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

This training will dive deeper into the topic of intimate partner violence; looking at the factors and behaviors that indicate a higher risk of lethality in the context of that relationship. Service providers will learn tools to help them identify survivors who may be at a higher risk of lethality and the next steps to […]

August 25, 2026

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

This training will discuss the two stay away orders that we have in Indiana: Civil Protective Orders and Criminal No Contact Orders. These orders can be life-saving measures for survivors of intimate partner violence and their families. In this training service providers who work with survivors or their family members will learn more about what […]

September 2, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

What role does substance abuse play in the issue of substance abuse? Is it a risk factor for perpetrating or experiencing abuse? An indicator of lethality? A common impact and coping mechanism for survivors? The short answer to all these questions is “yes”. Substance abuse and intimate partner violence have a complex relationship and it’s […]

September 23, 2026

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

It’s commonly known that mental health issues like depression and anxiety are impacts of intimate partner violence. But there are many ways that mental health issues can impact or affect intimate partner violence. In this webinar, we’ll discuss tactics of abuse specific to mental health and answer questions like:    – How do mental health […]

October 6, 2026

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Individuals with disabilities experience significantly higher rates of violence than their non-disabled counterparts. Yet, many service providers do not feel equipped to provide adequate services or even to identify the barriers that prevent these survivors from accessing supportive services. In this webinar, we will discuss the specific tactics of abuse survivors with disabilities experience, the […]