Workshop Opportunity: Strengthening the Role of Advocacy in Indian Country

We would like to spread the word about an exciting opportunity to advance the cause of victim advocacy in tribal communities. Our colleagues at the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center are offering a workshop, “Foundation and Key Principles: Strengthening the Role of Advocacy in Indian Country Workshop,” from Tuesday April 19 through Thursday April 21, in Albuquerque, NM. Registration is now open for both in-person (if vaccinated) or virtual attendance options. Click here to register and here to see the workshop agenda. Below is NIWRC’s description of the training, along with key details.

Workshop description:

The foundation of advocates’ role in Indian Country is built upon our indigenous understanding of our relationships and roles as Relatives in the context of historical and ongoing dynamics of colonization. The key principles of advocacy come from Indigenous cultural beliefs and values, and encompass concepts of resilience, trauma-informed approaches and sovereignty. These are the themes of this workshop with a focus on the dynamics and impact of battering/intimate partner violence, particularly on Native women. Key topics include basic advocacy skills, confidentiality and elements of shelter and other safe space. Advocates’ role in social change initiatives outside of shelter doors is also addressed. Discussion and interactive exercises are planned throughout this workshop.

Facilitators:

• Brenda Hill, Director of Technical Assistance & Training, NIWRC

• Kim Zahne, Technical Assistance and Training Specialist, NIWRC

Register Early! In-Person Space is Limited!

Registration Fees:

• Early Bird $300 – Before April 1, 2022

• Standard $350

Hotel Information:

Best Western Plus Rio Grande
1015 Rio Grande Inn NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone (505) 217-1603 www.riograndeinn.com
Reservations must be made by calling 1-800-959-4726 or 1-(505) 843-9500.
For group rate of $111.00 + taxes and fees per night mention “National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center.” 

Cut-off for group rate is March 27, 2022. Workshop participants are responsible for all room charges.

All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card at the time of confirmation and no reservations will be accepted by e-mail or fax.

Reservations must be canceled twenty-four (24) hours prior to their scheduled arrival date or the individual will be assessed a penalty of one night’s room and tax per reservation held.

Hotel provides a free shuttle to/from the airport.