Every year, Native women, advocates, and Tribes organize within their communities for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). As the movement organizes to inform the nation and reform the criminal justice system, survivors deserve to know they are supported by their community. NIWRC will continue to share resources and boost events throughout April and beyond. Follow us at @niwrc on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
If you need immediate support, please call the StrongHearts Native Helpline at (1-844-762-8483) or visit strongheartshelpline.org.
118th Congress Legislative Update: April 2024
(NON-FED MOMENT)
Looking for more policy-related news and resources?
Not Invisible Act Commission: DOI and DOJ response released on March 5.
Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024 signed (H.R. 4366) and Further Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024 (H.R. 2882) into law.
Tribal Community Protection Act (H.R. 7826) introduced.
The OVW 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation will be held in person from November 19-2,1 at the Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder in Santa Fe, NM.
Tuesday, August 13 - 15, All day. Hyatt Place Peña Station, Denver, CO
The 2024 NIWRC Specialty Institute will offer presentations addressing the complex intersections of IPV with substance use, trauma, and mental health challenges that survivors experience. Survivors of domestic violence and intimate partner violence are challenged with many obstacles, especially navigating systems, finding safety, and accessing services. Additionally, survivors face increased abuse, violence, and sabotaging of recovery by current or former partners when they reach out and access resources. Join us for this in-person event! This Specialty Institute highlights promising practices that showcase the critical need for:
This Office Hours will feature STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center and StrongHearts Native Helpline. We invite you to join us for coffee and conversation in this virtual space to learn more about these resources for Native domestic violence survivors and domestic violence/sexual assault programs and Q&A.
STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center - Director Caroline LaPorte and Senior Housing Specialist Gwen Packard will join to talk about The Capacity Building Consortium Project, a new resource crafted by STTARS in a comprehensive guide called Sample COVID Shelter Policies and Recommendations. STTARS is hopeful that participants during the Coffee and Conversation will provide their feedback on this document and share their experiences in addressing safety and shelter as we continue to navigate the challenges of COVID-19.
StrongHearts Native Helpline - Chief Executive Officer Lori Jump joining us to highlight the services of the organization's real-time data on what our relatives are experiencing. In this presentation, StrongHearts will share data for FY23. You are also welcome to discuss:
How you are successfully utilizing FVPSA and ARP monies to support survivors.
Housing options for survivors in your communities.
Challenges in spending or managing FVPSA funds.
How data collected from calls could inform the type of services being provided within your communities.
The Director of Communications and Advancement will take the lead for NIWRC’s communication and public awareness initiatives, fundraising and advancement, as well as manage NIWRC’s strategic communications activities. The Director will also have a wide array of responsibilities, including gaining visibility for priority Campaigns, helping NIWRC staff develop their media skills and strategies, utilizing NIWRC software and social media to communicate across our network.
To apply, please complete and submit an employment application, a resume, three professional references, a cover letter, and writing/design samples. Submit all documents to the Human Resources Manager, Julie Weddell, at careers@niwrc.org. Open until filled.
For Tribal domestic violence programs and shelters and Tribal not-for-profit organizations. Eligible programs can receive up to $15,000 per award and can reapply for additional funds. The deadline is rolling.
NIWRC Provides Culturally Specific Technical Assistance
We look forward to working with you!
This service aims to assist Tribes, Tribal programs, and advocates with policy development to establish and strengthen their responses to violence against Native women, as well as survivors who are 2-Spirit/LGBTQ+ and/or men. We can provide tailored technical assistance, which may include (but are not limited to):
Consultation, Program development/staff development, Strategic planning,
Informational resources, Safety and technology practices, and policies,
Pandemic or disaster relief, Strategies and policies for work with LGBTQ2S communities in the context of intimate partner violence,
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