Intersections To Interactions: Building Culturally-Grounded Responses For Pacific Islander Communities

“Dr. Nia Aitaoto, Technical Assistance Lead for the National Pacific Islander COVID-19 Response Team joins us to reflect on the mobilization of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities to respond at the intersections of COVID-19 and gender-based violence, lessons learned, and recommendations for providers and practitioners who are working with these underserved communities.”

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The Effects of Climate Change on Gender Based Violence and Indigenous Communities

“The fight against climate change should not only be a struggle for the future of our planet, but it is also an urgent call to address the safety and well-being of our women and girls. Please join us for this timely and critical webinar discussion with Faith Spotted Eagle as we prioritize the impact of the ensuing climate crisis and its interaction with gender-based violence.”

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COVID-19 and Intimate Partner Violence

“Research has shown relationship conflict and/or abuse may occur and escalate during times of crisis. In response to COVID-19 and its impact on IPV, the VA Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program released a print material & social media campaign to address the unique circumstances faced by those who are at heightened risk due to IPV.”

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