Training & Technical Assistance
Empowering Advocates, Strengthening Leadership and Enhancing Support
- Legal Advocacy Support
- Sexual Assaut Response Support
- Capacity Building Support
- Prevention
- Other Trainings
Legal Advocacy Support
ANDVSA provides legal support statewide to advocates who are guiding survivors through the civil and criminal justice system. We provide:
- Technical assistance to domestic violence and sexual assault advocates on issues such as custody, safe visitation, divorce, child support, and protection orders.
- Webinar trainings for legal advocates and a resource bank of training materials, recorded webinars, handouts and other resources.
- Regional and statewide trainings for legal advocates and our systemic partners.
- Resources including our Women’s Legal Rights Handbook, confidentiality protocols, and updates on other critical legal issues.
- Outreach and on-site training for domestic violence and sexual assault programs in Alaska.
- Office Hours for Legal Advocates, held bimonthly on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 10 am to 12 pm. This is an opportunity to informally connect with our legal advocate specialist and other advocates to discuss challenges and solutions.
For the schedule and Zoom link, please contact Emily Fossum at [email protected]
Sexual Assault Response Support
ANDVSA provides training, technical assistance, and consultation to strengthen Alaska’s response to sexual violence. We work alongside advocates, service providers, multidisciplinary teams, and community partners to promote survivor-centered, trauma-informed practices and improve coordinated responses across the state.
Our support includes:
- Sexual Assault Advocacy Training
- Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) development
- Strangulation Response Training
- Guidance on best practices for serving survivors.
Through training, resources, and individualized technical assistance, we help programs effectively respond to sexual violence and support survivors in their communities.
To request a training for advocates, reach out to Lorraine Willis at [email protected]
Capacity Building Support
As part of ANDVSA’s commitment to strengthening Alaska’s network of victim service providers, the Capacity Building Team provides training, technical assistance, consultation, and resource development to ANDVSA member programs. These services are designed to support the organizations, leaders, advocates, and staff working within our statewide membership network.
Through customized training, leadership development, organizational support, and peer learning opportunities, we help member programs build the knowledge, skills, and infrastructure needed to provide sustainable, survivor-centered services. Whether supporting a new advocate, a seasoned leader, a board of directors, or an entire organization, our goal is to strengthen the people and systems that make quality services possible across Alaska.
Areas of Support
- Leadership Development
- Advocacy Development
- Board Development
- Administration Development
Training & Technical Assistance
ANDVSA offers customized training and technical assistance tailored to the unique needs of each program, organization, and community. Whether supporting a single team, facilitating organizational development, or providing statewide learning opportunities, our team works collaboratively to design experiences that meet participants where they are.
Examples of trainings provided include:
- Empowerment and Strengths-Based Advocacy
- Crisis Intervention and De-escalation
- Vicarious Trauma and Burnout Prevention
- Boundaries for Advocates
- Managing Difficult Conversations
- Navigating Imposter Syndrome for Advocates
In addition to these topics, trainings can be adapted and customized to address the specific goals, challenges, and professional development needs of your organization.
What Participants Are Saying
“I appreciate the opportunity to grow in a safe environment. Accommodations were incorporated for those who needed them. Thank you both for your authenticity.” — LeeShore Staff
“I really enjoyed how interactive this course has been with the instructors and attendees. I learn by doing, so I was very appreciative of this.” —Bering Sea Women’s Group Staff
“This training is a lifesaver. Every advocate needs this. This is more than leadership training—it’s capacity and team building. It changed my life and helped me continue on my path. After so many years in the field, burnout was overwhelming, and this training gave me hope and renewed energy to continue this work.” — Cordova Family Resource Center Staff
To request or schedule a training, reach out to [email protected]
Prevention
Specialized training and support to staff working to prevent DVSA in their communities. Prevention TA and Training emphasizes creating connections across programs and communities and peer learning and sharing, along with hearing from special guests and experts in the field.
- Monthly Statewide Prevention Calls
- On-demand Individual TA & Support
- Grounding in Prevention Learning Cohort
Other Trainings
ANDVSA offers customized training and technical assistance tailored to the unique needs of each program, organization, and community. Whether supporting a single team, facilitating organizational development, or providing statewide learning opportunities, our team works collaboratively to design experiences that meet participants where they are.
Examples of trainings provided include:
- Empowerment and Strengths-Based Advocacy
- Crisis Intervention and De-escalation
- Vicarious Trauma and Burnout Prevention
- Boundaries for Advocates
- Managing Difficult Conversations
- Navigating Imposter Syndrome for Advocates
In addition to these topics, trainings can be adapted and customized to address the specific goals, challenges, and professional development needs of your organization.
Empowering Advocates, Strengthening Leadership and Enhancing Support
We believe that well-equipped service providers are essential to effective survivor support. Our coalition-based approach creates a statewide network of support, ensuring that our direct service providers are empowered with the latest tools and methodologies. Our initiatives include:
Need Support or Have Questions?
Whether you’re seeking training, legal advocacy support, or technical assistance, our team is here to help.