NIWRC's 2023 Schedule of Events

Domestic Violence
Awareness Month (DVAM)

Mark your calendars — Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is just around the corner! Throughout October, the National Indigenous Women's Resource Center (NIWRC) and STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center (STTARS) will host webinars and panels, provide social media toolkits, and participate in various awareness days. As part of our core mission, we are committed to ending violence against Indigenous women, and DVAM offers advocates a platform to raise awareness, inspire change, heal together, and work towards a safer future for all relatives.

Sunday, October 1, 2023

First Day of DVAM

On October 1st, our joint statement with STTARS, a list of curated resources, and a social media toolkit will be posted to our website! 

Monday, October 2, 2023

Tillie Black Bear Day

Join us at 1:00 pm (MDT) for the “Reclaiming the Sacredness of Tribal Women: Honoring the Words of Tillie Black Bear” webinar! Register now. 

More Information: Known as the Grandmother of the movement to end violence against Indigenous women, Tillie Black Bear (Sicangu Lakota) was the first Indigenous woman to testify before Congress to bring awareness to the disproportionate rates of violence Indigenous women face. Tillie’s efforts have increased awareness and understanding of violence against Indigenous women, resulting in significant accomplishments at the Tribal, state, and federal levels. 

Tuesday, October 12, 2023

Twitter Storm

We’ll see you at 11:00 am (MDT) for the DVAM Twitter Storm! Engage by liking, tweeting, retweeting, and quote-tweeting the hashtags #DVAM2023, #DVAM, and #WomenAreSacred.

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

DVAM Panel

You are invited to the 1:00 pm (MDT) DVAM panel "Reclaiming Women’s and Survivors’ Voices to Re-center Indigenous Advocacy" with guest speakers Karen Artichoker, Tina Olson, and Genne James! Get signed up today. Registration is already open. 

More Information: Indigenous cultures recognize the power, leadership, and expertise of women. This panel of elder Indigenous advocates will discuss how women’s and survivors’ voices are necessary for guiding policy and the development of programs. Daily program practices should reflect the experiences of women and survivors. This conversation also addresses questions about forums for teaching, learning, and sharing. 

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Purple Thursday

Let us stand in solidarity with survivors by wearing purple (shirts, sweaters, dresses, scarves, glasses, etc.) on October 19th. If you're posting to social media and would like to share your support, feel free to tag us and use the hashtag #purplethursday.  

More Information: Why do we wear purple? Three enduring themes remain at the heart of DVAM activities both historically and in present-day: Commemorating those we've lost to domestic violence, honoring the resilience of survivors, and fostering connections among those dedicated to combating gender-based violence. Purple encompasses all of these themes, uniting us as relatives, and expresses that no one is alone in this journey. Read more about the herstory of DVAM.

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

 Live Chat: Rewatch the Webinar

Join us for a rewatch! We'll be streaming "Understanding the Dynamics and Tactics of Intimate Partner Violence through the Lens of Indigenous Survivors" at 1:00 pm (MDT) with a live chat and a Q&A session hosted by our Technical Assistance & Training Team! Register now to join.

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Twitter Storm: STTARS

We’d appreciate your support at 11:00 am (MDT) for the STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center's Twitter Storm! Engage by liking, tweeting, retweeting, and quote-tweeting the hashtags #DVAM2023, #DVAM, #WomenAreSacred, and #SafeHousing4All.

Questions? Contact a member of our staff by using our official contact form.