Webinar

This webinar is an opportunity to remember how the power of relationships led to creating VAWA and ensured the voices of Indigenous women who were battered were heard and reflected in the legislation. Read More ››

In recognition of SAAM, NIWRC will highlight the work of the Ogitchidakwe Council in St. Paul MN in creating a Circle of Safety for victim/survivors of rape and sexual violence. Read More ››

Dr. Percy Lezard engaged in an intersectional analysis of Indigeneity and gender diversity in the context of gender-based violence. They illustrated the rich history and continued resilience and... Read More ››

Don’t miss this opportunity to influence meaningful change—visit NIWRC’s Consultation Hub for more information and be part of the movement toward safer, stronger Tribal nations. Read More ››

These collaborative sessions will help Tribal leaders and designated representatives craft impactful testimony that reflects their communities' needs, priorities, and concerns regarding violence against American Indian and Alaska Native women. Participants can ask questions, receive feedback, and access resources. Read More ››

This webinar considers questions key to making survivors of intimate partner violence safe; please join us for this important discussion. Read More ››

 This session will support advocates in applying an Accessible, Culturally Responsive, and Trauma-Informed (ACRTI) approach to supporting survivors experiencing trauma and substance use coercion. Read More ››

Registration is Now Open for the Virtual Coffee and Conversation to learn more about bringing awareness to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR) and how FVPSA grant funds can be used to support MMIWR activities. Read More ››

Join us in this webinar as we learn about the plant medicines of our historical, current, and future needs with an herbalist, seed keeper, farmer, doula, and poet Chasity Salvador (Acoma Pueblo). Read More ››

This webinar will explore how the crimes of sex trafficking and stalking intersect in Indigenous communities. Read More ››

The documentary highlights and celebrates the work of Tillie Black Bear, Wa Wokiye Win (Woman Who Helps Everyone), known as the Grandmother of the Anti-Domestic Violence Movement, and was created in collaboration with Tillie's daughter, Connie Black Bear Brushbreaker, and directed by Jax Agtuca. Read More ››

In this webinar, we will be discussing how youth advocates can address teen dating violence in Tribal communities... Read More ››

This webinar highlights the work of Desiree Coyote, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Res., & Diana Fleming, Oregon DOJ, in equitable distribution of funding for tribal programs in OR Read More ››

Indigenous youth find themselves on the streets for a multitude of reasons. This webinar will explore prevention strategies and what can be done to prevent youth homelessness. Read More ››

NIWRC’s Tribal Safe Housing Center will uplift the work of MASS Design’s Sustainable Native Communities Design Lab. During this session, participants will learn about the lab's work and how it approaches housing survivors of domestic violence with Indigenous design and community-centered planning. Read More ››

This 2-part webinar series discusses Gender-Based Violence Against Indigenous Women and Marginalized Genders. Read More ››

We will discuss the importance of Indigenous Women in Leadership in ending intimate partner violence (IPV) against our Indigenous relatives.  Read More ››

This webinar will introduce the PONW and their work to implement the NHRCDV over the next five years. Read More ››

The newly established Tribal Safe Housing Center was created to address the intersection of housing instability, homelessness, and domestic violence. We invite you to our launch webinar. Read More ››

In this webinar we will hear from valued Knowledge Keepers of 3 different Tribal Nations on the prophecies, teachings and stories that support their communities. Read More ››

LGBTQ2S: Policies and Practices for Tribal Shelters and DV programs Read More ››

Join us to rewatch this wonderful webinar originally presented in February of 2023! In this webinar, we will be discussing how youth advocates can address teen dating violence in Tribal communities. Read More ››

During the week of action, the Pouhana O Nā Wāhine (PONW) will share the herstory and mo'olelo (story) of various Akua Wāhine (goddesses) in efforts of reclaiming the identities of Native Hawaiian... Read More ››

The National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) invites you to join us to honor missing and murdered Indigenous women and uplift the voices of surviving family members. Read More ››

Join us to honor MMIW and uplift the voices of surviving family members in recognition of the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Read More ››

Learn more about the complex and ongoing Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) crisis. Read More ››

As we continue to move through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we have learned that becoming acquainted with the disability justice framework of interdependence and collective access has become more important than ever. This webinar will reflect on the intersections of disability justice, offer community navigational knowledge, and help us think of the ways in which we can build a more equitable future within the contexts of health decline and pandemics.

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In this session, our speaker will delve into the multifaceted impacts of these overlapping crises and discuss strategies for supporting and advocating for the Two-Spirit community. Read More ››

Join us to mark NIWRC's 10-year anniversary as we re-dedicate our commitment to strengthening tribal responses to safety for Native women and their children. Read More ››

This webinar summarizes key national concerns and emerging issues for Tribal leaders and representatives before the 18th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation. Read More ››

This webinar will focus on basic best practices for advocates and domestic violence programs working with Tribal law enforcement in Indian Country. Building knowledge and networking within these... Read More ››

This highly interactive event will provide examples of engaging the audience and will assist attendees in better understanding the importance of building relationships to offer a welcoming space. Read More ››

This webinar will focus on basic best practices for advocates and domestic violence programs working with Tribal law enforcement in Indian Country. Read More ››

VAWA 2005 requires the DOJ, HHS, and DOI to engage in formal consultation with Indian tribes on an annual basis to address concerns that impact the safety of Indian women at the broadest level. Read More ››

This webinar is a panel discussion on the significance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and how it affects programming and advocacy year-round. Read More ››

Join us for a Tillie Black Bear Women Are Sacred Day webinar. Our speakers will use Tillie’s words and body of work to illustrate how her legacy continues to inspire the movement to end violence! Read More ››

Kristin Welch with the Waking Women Healing Institute Inc., will share how they are building culturally founded, sheltered places of learning to increase wellness, prevent acts of colonial violence Read More ››

Join this webinar to learn about what “teen dating" violence is, why it happens and where to go for help if you or a friend are experiencing it. Read More ››

The spotlight will also look at state and federal law and policy that affect the crisis of MMIWG and innovative work happening in Alaska. Read More ››

The U.S. Trans Survey Indigenous Outreach Team was thrilled to announce the release of the findings from the 2022 U.S. Trans Survey (USTS). The Early Insights report is now available, and as Indigenous peoples, many recognize that “our stories are our power”, but this statement also holds true with Indigenous Trans and 2S Relatives across Native lands, territories, and Turtle Island. Read More ››

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. Read More ››

The National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) is offering a seasonal healing camp session for domestic and sexual violence survivors and advocates. Read More ››

The NIWRC policy team will be joined by Ms. Lucille Grignon, Stockbridge-Munsee, who will discuss her homestead project, Planting Seeds in the Community. Read More ››

Please join the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) as we summarize national concerns and emerging issues for Tribal leaders and representatives to consider in preparation for the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation. This webinar will feature the co-chairs of the NCAI Violence Against Women Task Force as they outline key priorities for addressing violence against American Indian and Alaska Native women and survivors of violence. Read More ››

Please join us in welcoming STTARS, the Indigenous Safe Housing Center, an OFVPS funded Capacity Building Center to this month’s Coffee and Conversation. STTARS is a project of the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC), which is the is one of the two mandated National Resource Centers funded by OFVPS. STTARS stands for Safety, Training, Technical Assistance, Resource and Support.  Read More ››

This presentation is an introductory webinar on how the cisgender and heterosexual community can be more supportive of the LGBTQ2S+ community and proactive in IPV prevention.  Read More ››

The presentation will review the international legal framework applicable to MMIW and other forms of violence committed against indigenous women. Read More ››

This webinar will give a voice to survivors, fallen victims and their ohana as Missing and Murdered Native Hawaiian Women remains a form of violence and oppression... Read More ››