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SUMMARY:Advocate Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Survivor Law Clinic has a weekly drop-in space for advocates working with survivors facing legal issues. You can drop in if you have questions about the criminal justice process\, if you are wondering whether your client’s issue has a legal remedy or if you aren’t sure what legal resource could help your client. Hope to see you there!   \nAn attorney will be available on Zoom on Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84478959408?pwd=LX9W7Zg3SSkQNBzmdxrrIcuphsHAUN.1 \n  \nPlease note this space is for advocates to drop in with general questions.  \nFor survivors looking for individualized legal services\, please fill out an intake form here: https://mcedsv.org/legal-advocacy/ 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/advocate-hour-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260205T191445Z
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SUMMARY:Survivor Centered & Empowerment-Based Services
DESCRIPTION:This training is designed to strengthen participants’ ability to center survivors in all aspects of service delivery. Participants will explore empowerment-based strategies that center autonomy and enhance safety. Attendees will leave with practical tools and actionable approaches they can use in their daily work. \n  \nThis training will take place on Monday\, April 13 from 9 AM – 5 PM at the Stay Bridge Suites in Marquette (Google Map). Stay Bridge offers free self-parking.  \n  \nThere will be a lunch break in the afternoon to allow attendees to eat on their own. Please check out the local area to learn what is readily available. There are many options around the hotel\, from quick grabs to fast food\, dine-in restaurants\, and more!  \n  \nAbout continuing education units (CEUs) \nCEUs are offered for this training at no cost. MCEDSV is an approved provider of CEUs for social work only. \n  \nNeed to make hotel reservations?  \nMCEDSV’s discounted room block with the Stay Bridge Suites Marquette has now closed. If you need a hotel reservation\, please reach out to registrations@mcedsv.org to see if there is still availability on the discounted room block for this event.
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/meaningful-language-access-training-duplicate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
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SUMMARY:New Service Provider Training - Marquette
DESCRIPTION:New Service Provider Training is a hybrid training with two phases. Participants must complete phase one’s virtual sessions to participate in phase two’s in-person sessions.  \nIn phase one\, you will work independently and at your own pace in 10 virtual lessons hosted by the Michigan Victim Advocacy Network (MiVAN). MiVAN will provide training certificates for all virtual sessions you complete. \nIn phase two\, training is delivered in-person over 2.5 days and facilitated by the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV). Dates to attend phase two are offered monthly in rotating locations around the state.  \nRegister and start training today! Once you register for in-person training\, you will receive the necessary information and instructions to access the virtual\, on-demand sessions. \n  \nWHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?  \nStaff from agencies funded by the following grant sources are eligible to attend New Service Provider Training: CSU\, including (DVCS\, DVCSF\, DVCSM\, DVCSV\, and SDVS)\, SACS\, federally recognized tribes\, and TSH/TSHV.  \nNew Service Provider Training is designed for those with one year or less of experience in direct service advocacy roles. If you have previously received a certificate of completion for New Service Provider Training\, even if you have switched employment to a different agency\, re-registering is not recommended\, and MCEDSV may cancel registrations. If you are unsure or have questions about your ability to participate\, please email us before registering. \n  \nThe in-person training schedule is:  \nDay 1: 10 am – 6 pm  \nDay 2: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm  \nDay 3: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm \n  \nNeed to make hotel reservations?  \nOur discounted room block at the Stay Bridge Suites Marquette has now closed. If you’re in need of hotel room\, feel free to reach out to registrations@mcedsv.org to see if there is availability on the discounted block for this event. \n  \nABOUT CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEUs):  \nCEUs are offered for this training at no cost. MiVAN issues CEUs for the virtual sessions completed\, and MCEDSV issues CEUs for the in-person sessions completed. Note: MCEDSV is an approved provider of CEUs for Social Work only. \n  \nFeel free to check out the New Service Provider Training FAQ page on MiVAN for more information and details: https://mivan.org/nspt-faq/  \n  \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/new-service-provider-training-marquette/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260331T162441Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Assault Awareness Month Connection Space
DESCRIPTION:April 14: In-person at MCEDSV Office Okemos \nAddress: 3893 Okemos Rd.\, Suite B2 Okemos\, MI 48864-4209 \nApril 14 in-person is 4:30-6:30 pm \n  \nApril 15: Virtual community via Zoom \nApril 15: 2:00-3:30 pm \n  \nImportant  Please whitelist emails from MCEDSV so our event communications can reach you and you don’t miss any important information. Thank you! \nWe are so excited for your join us virtually on April 15! Sharing your street address is optional but we are excited to send you a small gift bag in the mail if you wish to leave it! \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/sexual-assault-awareness-month-connection-space/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260108T223353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Survivor Services Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Join the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV) for Survivor Services Day at the Capitol on Thursday\, April 16\, 2026\, in the Mackinac Room of the Anderson House Office Building (124 N Capitol Ave Lansing\, MI 48933). This annual event brings together advocates\, nonprofit partners\, policymakers\, and community leaders to elevate the voices of survivors and highlight the essential services that support their healing and safety. \n  \nThe day will feature informative panel discussions\, engaging speakers\, and opportunities to learn from leaders across Michigan’s advocacy and service sectors. A complimentary lunch will be provided to all registered participants. \n  \nThis is a free event for all MCEDSV members. Early registration is strongly encouraged\, as it enables MCEDSV staff to help coordinate meetings with legislators and their offices\, ensuring attendees have meaningful opportunities to discuss the needs of survivors and the programs that support them. For members\, information is forthcoming on mileage and hotels. \n  \nWhether you are a frontline advocate\, policy partner\, or community ally\, Survivor Services Day is an opportunity to strengthen relationships\, build collective knowledge\, and advance survivor-centered policy across Michigan.
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/2026-survivor-services-day-at-the-capitol/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260325T141443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000353-1776340800-1776344400@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Advocate Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Survivor Law Clinic has a weekly drop-in space for advocates working with survivors facing legal issues. You can drop in if you have questions about the criminal justice process\, if you are wondering whether your client’s issue has a legal remedy or if you aren’t sure what legal resource could help your client. Hope to see you there!   \nAn attorney will be available on Zoom on Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84478959408?pwd=LX9W7Zg3SSkQNBzmdxrrIcuphsHAUN.1 \nPlease note this space is for advocates to drop in with general questions.  \nFor survivors looking for individualized legal services\, please fill out an intake form here: https://mcedsv.org/legal-advocacy/ 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/advocate-hour-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260325T140440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000350-1776945600-1776949200@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Advocate Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Survivor Law Clinic has a weekly drop-in space for advocates working with survivors facing legal issues. You can drop in if you have questions about the criminal justice process\, if you are wondering whether your client’s issue has a legal remedy or if you aren’t sure what legal resource could help your client. Hope to see you there!   \nAn attorney will be available on Zoom on Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84478959408?pwd=LX9W7Zg3SSkQNBzmdxrrIcuphsHAUN.1 \nPlease note this space is for advocates to drop in with general questions.  \nFor survivors looking for individualized legal services\, please fill out an intake form here: https://mcedsv.org/legal-advocacy/  
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/advocate-hour-duplicate-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260306T171447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000332-1776949200-1776954600@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Facilitator's Dialogue: Building Stronger Trainings Together
DESCRIPTION:A statewide meeting designed for anyone who facilitates training on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, or human trafficking. Connect across organizations and audiences to share lessons learned\, develop stronger trainings\, further your facilitation skills\, and sustain each other in this work. \n  \nEvery month we will explore a theme to guide conversation and strengthen our skills. This space is welcome to anyone providing training in the community on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking no matter their agency\, role\, or audience! \n  \nThis space is peer-led and facilitated by a team of MCEDSV staff and trainers from local DV/SA agencies. The facilitation team includes:  \n  \n\nMiranda Mizla\n\nEducation & Policy Advocate\, Turning Point Inc. \n  \nMiranda Mizla is an LMSW and proud alumna of Wayne State University. She works as an Education & Policy Advocate\, delivering age-appropriate presentations to students in middle and high schools on topics such as healthy relationships\, consent\, teen dating violence\, sexual violence\, human trafficking and more. Miranda also serves on Turning Points Agency Training Team\, providing presentations to the greater community\, organizations\, and new service providers.   \n  \nIn addition to her education work\, Miranda conducts policy analysis and advocates for legislative changes that address barriers survivors may face. She is committed to ensuring that survivor voices are being centered in the development of new laws and policies. She has previous public speaking experience from her time with the Annie E. Casey Foundation and spent most of her young adult years advocating for change in the child welfare system as a representative of the State of Michigan. \n  \n\nLaura Hoehner-Dane\n\nVolunteer\, Intern and Speaker’s Bureau Coordinator\, SafeHouse Center \n  \nFor over 18 years\, Laura Hoehner-Dane has focused on issues central to advocacy\, prevention\, and diverse populations in crisis.  Laura has worked in various roles in IPV & SA organizations and has worked with hundreds of survivors. Since 2016\, she has focused on volunteer and intern management and community engagement through education\, leading over 100+ presentations. In addition\, she is a Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) DV/SA Advocate Instructor\, Social Work Field Instructor for over six universities\, and Adjunct Social Work Professor at Wayne State University.   \n  \n\nAverett Robey \n\nProgram Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAverett Robey is a leader\, preventionist\, advocate\, and trainer. His passion lies in transforming community and systems responses to address and prevent inequity and violence. This drive has led Averett to work on college campuses\, in domestic violence and sexual assault organizations\, coalitions\, and research teams as an advocate\, prevention education specialist\, program coordinator\, consultant\, sexual violence expert\, and program director.   \n  \nAverett is a Program Director at the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence\, where he collaborates on training and technical assistance to organizations serving survivors\, statewide prevention efforts\, and advocates for policy change. Averett strives to create community investment and collaboration to support survivors and address injustice and oppression at its root to prevent violence before it begins.   \n  \n\nAmanda Barratt\n\n      Associate Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAmanda Barratt\, she/her/hers\, is the Associate Director for the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. As Michigan’s catalyst for creating empowered and transformed communities\, MCEDSV’s mission is to develop and promote comprehensive efforts aimed at eliminating all forms of domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking. Amanda is a sex therapist and sexual health educator and envisions communities where people can live free from violence and experience delight and pleasure. Amanda is passionate about community building\, violence prevention\, and sexual health education & development. \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/monthly-facilitators-dialogue-building-stronger-trainings-together-duplicate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260325T141443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000351-1777550400-1777554000@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Advocate Hour
DESCRIPTION:The Survivor Law Clinic has a weekly drop-in space for advocates working with survivors facing legal issues. You can drop in if you have questions about the criminal justice process\, if you are wondering whether your client’s issue has a legal remedy or if you aren’t sure what legal resource could help your client. Hope to see you there! \nAn attorney will be available on Zoom on Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm.  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84478959408?pwd=LX9W7Zg3SSkQNBzmdxrrIcuphsHAUN.1 \n \nPlease note this space is for advocates to drop in with general questions.  \nFor survivors looking for individualized legal services\, please fill out an intake form here: https://mcedsv.org/legal-advocacy/ 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/advocate-hour-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260305T222442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000318-1777975200-1777978800@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:New Service Provider Training Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:New Service Provider Training office hours is a space for those currently completing New Service Provider Training. Whether you are completing the virtual sessions or have already attended in-person training\, this is a space for you to connect with MCEDSV staff to talk through any questions you may have.   \n  \nNew Service Provider Training office hours occur monthly\, and you are welcome to join wherever you are on your training journey.  \n  \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/new-service-provider-training-office-hours-duplicate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260305T221450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000316-1778490000-1778518800@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Financial Abuse & Supporting Survivors
DESCRIPTION:Financial abuse is one of the most pervasive yet often downplayed forms of harm. Advocates often feel unprepared to recognize\, talk about\, or respond to financial abuse effectively. This training will discuss concrete steps on how to support survivors in a holistic\, trauma-informed way that addresses not just immediate safety\, but long-term stability and empowerment.  \n  \nThis training will take place on Monday\, May 11\, 2026 from 9 AM – 5 PM at the Cherry Tree Inn & Suites\, located at 2345 US-31 N\, Traverse City\, MI 49684 (Google Map). The Cherry Tree Inn & Suites has free self-parking.  \n  \nThere will be a 90-minute lunch break in the afternoon to allow for attendees to eat on their own. Please check out the local area to learn what is readily available. There are many options around the hotel\, from quick grabs to fast food\, dine-in restaurants\, and more!  \n  \nAbout continuing education units (CEUs) \nCEUs are offered for this training at no cost. MCEDSV is an approved provider of CEUs for social work only. \n  \nNeed to make hotel reservations?  \nLook out for more information soon on how to make hotel reservations to secure a room with the MCEDSV’s discounted room block for this program (state rate\, $98.00/night + applicable taxes and fees).
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/financial-abuse-supporting-survivors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260305T214442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000314-1778580000-1778761800@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:New Service Provider Training - Traverse City
DESCRIPTION:New Service Provider Training is a hybrid training with two phases. Participants must complete phase one’s virtual sessions to participate in phase two’s in-person sessions. \n  \nIn phase one\, you will work independently and at your own pace in 10 virtual lessons hosted by the Michigan Victim Advocacy Network (MiVAN). MiVAN will provide training certificates for all virtual sessions you complete. \n  \nIn phase two\, training is delivered in-person over 2.5 days and facilitated by the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence (MCEDSV). Dates to attend phase two are offered monthly in rotating locations around the state. \n  \nRegister and start training today! Once you register for in-person training\, you will receive the necessary information and instructions to access the virtual\, on-demand sessions. \n  \nWHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?  \nStaff from agencies funded by the following grant sources are eligible to attend New Service Provider Training: CSU\, including (DVCS\, DVCSF\, DVCSM\, DVCSV\, and SDVS)\, SACS\, federally recognized tribes\, and TSH/TSHV. \n  \nNew Service Provider Training is designed for those with one year or less of experience in direct service advocacy roles. If you have previously received a certificate of completion for New Service Provider Training\, even if you have switched employment to a different agency\, re-registering is not recommended\, and MCEDSV may cancel registrations. If you are unsure or have questions about your ability to participate\, please email us before registering. \n  \nThe in-person training schedule is:  \nDay 1: 10 am – 6 pm  \nDay 2: 8:30 am – 5:30 pm  \nDay 3: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm \n  \nNeed to make hotel reservations?  \nDetails coming soon on how to secure a room with the MCEDSV’s discounted group block for this program (state of Michigan rate\, $98.00/night + applicable taxes and fees).  \n \n  \nABOUT CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEUs):  \nCEUs are offered for this training at no cost. MiVAN issues CEUs for the virtual sessions completed\, and MCEDSV issues CEUs for the in-person sessions completed. Note: MCEDSV is an approved provider of CEUs for Social Work only. \n  \n  \nFeel free to check out the New Service Provider Training FAQ page on MiVAN for more information and details: https://mivan.org/nspt-faq/  \n  \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/new-service-provider-training-marquette-duplicate-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260306T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000337-1779973200-1779978600@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Facilitator's Dialogue: Building Stronger Trainings Together
DESCRIPTION:A statewide meeting designed for anyone who facilitates training on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, or human trafficking. Connect across organizations and audiences to share lessons learned\, develop stronger trainings\, further your facilitation skills\, and sustain each other in this work. \n  \nEvery month we will explore a theme to guide conversation and strengthen our skills. This space is welcome to anyone providing training in the community on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking no matter their agency\, role\, or audience! \n  \nThis space is peer-led and facilitated by a team of MCEDSV staff and trainers from local DV/SA agencies. The facilitation team includes:  \n  \n\nMiranda Mizla\n\nEducation & Policy Advocate\, Turning Point Inc. \n  \nMiranda Mizla is an LMSW and proud alumna of Wayne State University. She works as an Education & Policy Advocate\, delivering age-appropriate presentations to students in middle and high schools on topics such as healthy relationships\, consent\, teen dating violence\, sexual violence\, human trafficking and more. Miranda also serves on Turning Points Agency Training Team\, providing presentations to the greater community\, organizations\, and new service providers.   \n  \nIn addition to her education work\, Miranda conducts policy analysis and advocates for legislative changes that address barriers survivors may face. She is committed to ensuring that survivor voices are being centered in the development of new laws and policies. She has previous public speaking experience from her time with the Annie E. Casey Foundation and spent most of her young adult years advocating for change in the child welfare system as a representative of the State of Michigan. \n  \n\nLaura Hoehner-Dane\n\nVolunteer\, Intern and Speaker’s Bureau Coordinator\, SafeHouse Center \n  \nFor over 18 years\, Laura Hoehner-Dane has focused on issues central to advocacy\, prevention\, and diverse populations in crisis.  Laura has worked in various roles in IPV & SA organizations and has worked with hundreds of survivors. Since 2016\, she has focused on volunteer and intern management and community engagement through education\, leading over 100+ presentations. In addition\, she is a Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) DV/SA Advocate Instructor\, Social Work Field Instructor for over six universities\, and Adjunct Social Work Professor at Wayne State University.   \n  \n\nAverett Robey \n\nProgram Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAverett Robey is a leader\, preventionist\, advocate\, and trainer. His passion lies in transforming community and systems responses to address and prevent inequity and violence. This drive has led Averett to work on college campuses\, in domestic violence and sexual assault organizations\, coalitions\, and research teams as an advocate\, prevention education specialist\, program coordinator\, consultant\, sexual violence expert\, and program director.   \n  \nAverett is a Program Director at the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence\, where he collaborates on training and technical assistance to organizations serving survivors\, statewide prevention efforts\, and advocates for policy change. Averett strives to create community investment and collaboration to support survivors and address injustice and oppression at its root to prevent violence before it begins.   \n  \n\nAmanda Barratt\n\n      Associate Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAmanda Barratt\, she/her/hers\, is the Associate Director for the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. As Michigan’s catalyst for creating empowered and transformed communities\, MCEDSV’s mission is to develop and promote comprehensive efforts aimed at eliminating all forms of domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking. Amanda is a sex therapist and sexual health educator and envisions communities where people can live free from violence and experience delight and pleasure. Amanda is passionate about community building\, violence prevention\, and sexual health education & development. \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/monthly-facilitators-dialogue-building-stronger-trainings-together-6/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260625T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260306T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000336-1782392400-1782397800@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Facilitator's Dialogue: Building Stronger Trainings Together
DESCRIPTION:A statewide meeting designed for anyone who facilitates training on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, or human trafficking. Connect across organizations and audiences to share lessons learned\, develop stronger trainings\, further your facilitation skills\, and sustain each other in this work. \n  \nEvery month we will explore a theme to guide conversation and strengthen our skills. This space is welcome to anyone providing training in the community on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking no matter their agency\, role\, or audience! \n  \nThis space is peer-led and facilitated by a team of MCEDSV staff and trainers from local DV/SA agencies. The facilitation team includes:  \n  \n\nMiranda Mizla\n\nEducation & Policy Advocate\, Turning Point Inc. \n  \nMiranda Mizla is an LMSW and proud alumna of Wayne State University. She works as an Education & Policy Advocate\, delivering age-appropriate presentations to students in middle and high schools on topics such as healthy relationships\, consent\, teen dating violence\, sexual violence\, human trafficking and more. Miranda also serves on Turning Points Agency Training Team\, providing presentations to the greater community\, organizations\, and new service providers.   \n  \nIn addition to her education work\, Miranda conducts policy analysis and advocates for legislative changes that address barriers survivors may face. She is committed to ensuring that survivor voices are being centered in the development of new laws and policies. She has previous public speaking experience from her time with the Annie E. Casey Foundation and spent most of her young adult years advocating for change in the child welfare system as a representative of the State of Michigan. \n  \n\nLaura Hoehner-Dane\n\nVolunteer\, Intern and Speaker’s Bureau Coordinator\, SafeHouse Center \n  \nFor over 18 years\, Laura Hoehner-Dane has focused on issues central to advocacy\, prevention\, and diverse populations in crisis.  Laura has worked in various roles in IPV & SA organizations and has worked with hundreds of survivors. Since 2016\, she has focused on volunteer and intern management and community engagement through education\, leading over 100+ presentations. In addition\, she is a Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) DV/SA Advocate Instructor\, Social Work Field Instructor for over six universities\, and Adjunct Social Work Professor at Wayne State University.   \n  \n\nAverett Robey \n\nProgram Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAverett Robey is a leader\, preventionist\, advocate\, and trainer. His passion lies in transforming community and systems responses to address and prevent inequity and violence. This drive has led Averett to work on college campuses\, in domestic violence and sexual assault organizations\, coalitions\, and research teams as an advocate\, prevention education specialist\, program coordinator\, consultant\, sexual violence expert\, and program director.   \n  \nAverett is a Program Director at the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence\, where he collaborates on training and technical assistance to organizations serving survivors\, statewide prevention efforts\, and advocates for policy change. Averett strives to create community investment and collaboration to support survivors and address injustice and oppression at its root to prevent violence before it begins.   \n  \n\nAmanda Barratt\n\n      Associate Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAmanda Barratt\, she/her/hers\, is the Associate Director for the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. As Michigan’s catalyst for creating empowered and transformed communities\, MCEDSV’s mission is to develop and promote comprehensive efforts aimed at eliminating all forms of domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking. Amanda is a sex therapist and sexual health educator and envisions communities where people can live free from violence and experience delight and pleasure. Amanda is passionate about community building\, violence prevention\, and sexual health education & development. \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/monthly-facilitators-dialogue-building-stronger-trainings-together-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260723T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260306T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T182456Z
UID:10000335-1784811600-1784817000@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Facilitator's Dialogue: Building Stronger Trainings Together
DESCRIPTION:A statewide meeting designed for anyone who facilitates training on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, or human trafficking. Connect across organizations and audiences to share lessons learned\, develop stronger trainings\, further your facilitation skills\, and sustain each other in this work. \n  \nEvery month we will explore a theme to guide conversation and strengthen our skills. This space is welcome to anyone providing training in the community on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking no matter their agency\, role\, or audience! \n  \nThis space is peer-led and facilitated by a team of MCEDSV staff and trainers from local DV/SA agencies. The facilitation team includes:  \n  \n\nMiranda Mizla\n\nEducation & Policy Advocate\, Turning Point Inc. \n  \nMiranda Mizla is an LMSW and proud alumna of Wayne State University. She works as an Education & Policy Advocate\, delivering age-appropriate presentations to students in middle and high schools on topics such as healthy relationships\, consent\, teen dating violence\, sexual violence\, human trafficking and more. Miranda also serves on Turning Points Agency Training Team\, providing presentations to the greater community\, organizations\, and new service providers.   \n  \nIn addition to her education work\, Miranda conducts policy analysis and advocates for legislative changes that address barriers survivors may face. She is committed to ensuring that survivor voices are being centered in the development of new laws and policies. She has previous public speaking experience from her time with the Annie E. Casey Foundation and spent most of her young adult years advocating for change in the child welfare system as a representative of the State of Michigan. \n  \n\nLaura Hoehner-Dane\n\nVolunteer\, Intern and Speaker’s Bureau Coordinator\, SafeHouse Center \n  \nFor over 18 years\, Laura Hoehner-Dane has focused on issues central to advocacy\, prevention\, and diverse populations in crisis.  Laura has worked in various roles in IPV & SA organizations and has worked with hundreds of survivors. Since 2016\, she has focused on volunteer and intern management and community engagement through education\, leading over 100+ presentations. In addition\, she is a Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) DV/SA Advocate Instructor\, Social Work Field Instructor for over six universities\, and Adjunct Social Work Professor at Wayne State University.   \n  \n\nAverett Robey \n\nProgram Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAverett Robey is a leader\, preventionist\, advocate\, and trainer. His passion lies in transforming community and systems responses to address and prevent inequity and violence. This drive has led Averett to work on college campuses\, in domestic violence and sexual assault organizations\, coalitions\, and research teams as an advocate\, prevention education specialist\, program coordinator\, consultant\, sexual violence expert\, and program director.   \n  \nAverett is a Program Director at the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence\, where he collaborates on training and technical assistance to organizations serving survivors\, statewide prevention efforts\, and advocates for policy change. Averett strives to create community investment and collaboration to support survivors and address injustice and oppression at its root to prevent violence before it begins.   \n  \n\nAmanda Barratt\n\n      Associate Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAmanda Barratt\, she/her/hers\, is the Associate Director for the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. As Michigan’s catalyst for creating empowered and transformed communities\, MCEDSV’s mission is to develop and promote comprehensive efforts aimed at eliminating all forms of domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking. Amanda is a sex therapist and sexual health educator and envisions communities where people can live free from violence and experience delight and pleasure. Amanda is passionate about community building\, violence prevention\, and sexual health education & development. \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/monthly-facilitators-dialogue-building-stronger-trainings-together-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260306T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000334-1787835600-1787841000@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Facilitator's Dialogue: Building Stronger Trainings Together
DESCRIPTION:A statewide meeting designed for anyone who facilitates training on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, or human trafficking. Connect across organizations and audiences to share lessons learned\, develop stronger trainings\, further your facilitation skills\, and sustain each other in this work. \n  \nEvery month we will explore a theme to guide conversation and strengthen our skills. This space is welcome to anyone providing training in the community on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking no matter their agency\, role\, or audience! \n  \nThis space is peer-led and facilitated by a team of MCEDSV staff and trainers from local DV/SA agencies. The facilitation team includes:  \n  \n\nMiranda Mizla\n\nEducation & Policy Advocate\, Turning Point Inc. \n  \nMiranda Mizla is an LMSW and proud alumna of Wayne State University. She works as an Education & Policy Advocate\, delivering age-appropriate presentations to students in middle and high schools on topics such as healthy relationships\, consent\, teen dating violence\, sexual violence\, human trafficking and more. Miranda also serves on Turning Points Agency Training Team\, providing presentations to the greater community\, organizations\, and new service providers.   \n  \nIn addition to her education work\, Miranda conducts policy analysis and advocates for legislative changes that address barriers survivors may face. She is committed to ensuring that survivor voices are being centered in the development of new laws and policies. She has previous public speaking experience from her time with the Annie E. Casey Foundation and spent most of her young adult years advocating for change in the child welfare system as a representative of the State of Michigan. \n  \n\nLaura Hoehner-Dane\n\nVolunteer\, Intern and Speaker’s Bureau Coordinator\, SafeHouse Center \n  \nFor over 18 years\, Laura Hoehner-Dane has focused on issues central to advocacy\, prevention\, and diverse populations in crisis.  Laura has worked in various roles in IPV & SA organizations and has worked with hundreds of survivors. Since 2016\, she has focused on volunteer and intern management and community engagement through education\, leading over 100+ presentations. In addition\, she is a Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) DV/SA Advocate Instructor\, Social Work Field Instructor for over six universities\, and Adjunct Social Work Professor at Wayne State University.   \n  \n\nAverett Robey \n\nProgram Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAverett Robey is a leader\, preventionist\, advocate\, and trainer. His passion lies in transforming community and systems responses to address and prevent inequity and violence. This drive has led Averett to work on college campuses\, in domestic violence and sexual assault organizations\, coalitions\, and research teams as an advocate\, prevention education specialist\, program coordinator\, consultant\, sexual violence expert\, and program director.   \n  \nAverett is a Program Director at the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence\, where he collaborates on training and technical assistance to organizations serving survivors\, statewide prevention efforts\, and advocates for policy change. Averett strives to create community investment and collaboration to support survivors and address injustice and oppression at its root to prevent violence before it begins.   \n  \n\nAmanda Barratt\n\n      Associate Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAmanda Barratt\, she/her/hers\, is the Associate Director for the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. As Michigan’s catalyst for creating empowered and transformed communities\, MCEDSV’s mission is to develop and promote comprehensive efforts aimed at eliminating all forms of domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking. Amanda is a sex therapist and sexual health educator and envisions communities where people can live free from violence and experience delight and pleasure. Amanda is passionate about community building\, violence prevention\, and sexual health education & development. \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/monthly-facilitators-dialogue-building-stronger-trainings-together-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T084609
CREATED:20260306T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T124445Z
UID:10000333-1790254800-1790260200@mcedsv.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Facilitator's Dialogue: Building Stronger Trainings Together
DESCRIPTION:A statewide meeting designed for anyone who facilitates training on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, or human trafficking. Connect across organizations and audiences to share lessons learned\, develop stronger trainings\, further your facilitation skills\, and sustain each other in this work. \n  \nEvery month we will explore a theme to guide conversation and strengthen our skills. This space is welcome to anyone providing training in the community on domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking no matter their agency\, role\, or audience! \n  \nThis space is peer-led and facilitated by a team of MCEDSV staff and trainers from local DV/SA agencies. The facilitation team includes:  \n  \n\nMiranda Mizla\n\nEducation & Policy Advocate\, Turning Point Inc. \n  \nMiranda Mizla is an LMSW and proud alumna of Wayne State University. She works as an Education & Policy Advocate\, delivering age-appropriate presentations to students in middle and high schools on topics such as healthy relationships\, consent\, teen dating violence\, sexual violence\, human trafficking and more. Miranda also serves on Turning Points Agency Training Team\, providing presentations to the greater community\, organizations\, and new service providers.   \n  \nIn addition to her education work\, Miranda conducts policy analysis and advocates for legislative changes that address barriers survivors may face. She is committed to ensuring that survivor voices are being centered in the development of new laws and policies. She has previous public speaking experience from her time with the Annie E. Casey Foundation and spent most of her young adult years advocating for change in the child welfare system as a representative of the State of Michigan. \n  \n\nLaura Hoehner-Dane\n\nVolunteer\, Intern and Speaker’s Bureau Coordinator\, SafeHouse Center \n  \nFor over 18 years\, Laura Hoehner-Dane has focused on issues central to advocacy\, prevention\, and diverse populations in crisis.  Laura has worked in various roles in IPV & SA organizations and has worked with hundreds of survivors. Since 2016\, she has focused on volunteer and intern management and community engagement through education\, leading over 100+ presentations. In addition\, she is a Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) DV/SA Advocate Instructor\, Social Work Field Instructor for over six universities\, and Adjunct Social Work Professor at Wayne State University.   \n  \n\nAverett Robey \n\nProgram Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAverett Robey is a leader\, preventionist\, advocate\, and trainer. His passion lies in transforming community and systems responses to address and prevent inequity and violence. This drive has led Averett to work on college campuses\, in domestic violence and sexual assault organizations\, coalitions\, and research teams as an advocate\, prevention education specialist\, program coordinator\, consultant\, sexual violence expert\, and program director.   \n  \nAverett is a Program Director at the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence\, where he collaborates on training and technical assistance to organizations serving survivors\, statewide prevention efforts\, and advocates for policy change. Averett strives to create community investment and collaboration to support survivors and address injustice and oppression at its root to prevent violence before it begins.   \n  \n\nAmanda Barratt\n\n      Associate Director\, MCEDSV \n  \nAmanda Barratt\, she/her/hers\, is the Associate Director for the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. As Michigan’s catalyst for creating empowered and transformed communities\, MCEDSV’s mission is to develop and promote comprehensive efforts aimed at eliminating all forms of domestic violence\, sexual violence\, and human trafficking. Amanda is a sex therapist and sexual health educator and envisions communities where people can live free from violence and experience delight and pleasure. Amanda is passionate about community building\, violence prevention\, and sexual health education & development. \n 
URL:https://mcedsv.org/event/monthly-facilitators-dialogue-building-stronger-trainings-together-2/
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