Education & Outreach

• Learn about the complex dynamics of domestic violence (including local and national statistics), barriers to leaving an abusive relationship, general safety planning tips, and Safe Harbor services. Length: 45 – 60 mins

• Learn more about how trauma from domestic violence differs from other traumas. Including what trauma responses might look like in survivors of domestic violence and how to help support them. Length: additional 30 mins

• Gain knowledge about the intersections of substance abuse and domestic violence. Including how service providers can be supportive to those in addiction services that are experiencing domestic violence. Length: additional 30 mins

• "In Her Shoes" is an interactive simulation in which participants "walk in the shoes" of someone facing abuse from their intimate partner and learn about the difficult decisions and barriers survivors face. Following the simulation, a Safe Harbor facilitator will lead a debriefing session in which participants can discuss and share their thoughts and insights. Length: additional 1 hr – 1.5 hrs

• Knowing how to help a victim of domestic violence can be difficult. Whether you are a faith leader, HR professional or dedicated community member, it is important to respond to someone who is experiencing abuse in a trauma-informed way. Safe Harbor can provide best practices for responding to someone who discloses intimate partner abuse or who you suspect may be experiencing abuse from their partner. Information can also be shared that is geared for faith communities/faith leaders who want to be supportive to people experiencing abuse. Length: additional 30 mins

• Creating a safety plan is an important step for a survivors to take. A safety plan will look different for each person, depending on their specific circumstances, resources, or concerns. We can share resources for creating a safety plan, as well as helpful safety tips to consider. Length: additional 15 mins

• Domestic violence doesn’t only effect those who are married, or living together. 33% of teens experience harm in relationships, this conversation focuses on the similarities and differences that are experienced by youth and teens. Additional information about red flags in youth specifically, as well as how parents and other youth influencers can start the conversation. Length: additional 30 – 45 mins.

• Want to learn more about how to get involved with Safe Harbor’s mission and vision? Do you have a group from your church, organization, or business that could complete shelter projects? Our volunteer coordinator can come and meet with you to share our current needs, and find the best fit for your group. Length: 10 - 15 mins

• A healthcare professional may be the first person in a survivor's life to recognize warning signs of abuse and refer them to life-saving resources. It is essential for healthcare professionals to understand the dynamics and warning signs of domestic violence. A Safe Harbor speaker can provide screening suggestions, information about our services, and other relevant information Length: 1 – 1.5 hours

• Improving the Health Care Response to DV from Futures Without Violence
• Equipping Hospitals to Care for Domestic Violence Victims from The Duke Endowment
• Domestic Violence and Health Care from Power and Control
• Documenting DV: How Health Care Providers Can Help Victims from the National Institute of Justice
• National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence
• IPV Health Partners

• Having a health fair or community event? Safe Harbor staff will provide information to attendees about services, domestic violence, and how the community can get involved. Length: dependent on the needs of the event

• Safe Harbor offers a continuum of services to survivors of domestic violence and their children. We will cover all aspects of services and how survivors can easily access them. If your group has more specific questions about certain programs, we can also ask a team member from that program to join the discussion. Length: 15 – 30 mins

If you are hosting a fundraiser or making a donation, a member of Safe Harbor’s development team can come and speak with your group about the impact of your gift. We will also cover basic domestic violence statistics and provide an overview of Safe Harbor’s services in our community. Length: 5 – 10 minutes

• Please let us know if you have other topics related to domestic violence that you would like for us to discuss.