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YWCA Evanston/North Shore is an approved ICDVP training site for the 40-hour domestic violence training, which provides a solid base of knowledge for anyone working with individuals affected by domestic violence. The training covers all ICDVP required topics using a trauma informed lens including:

Dynamics of Domestic Violence
Empowerment Counseling
Criminal and Civil Legal Issues
Safety Planning
Risk Assessment
Confidentiality
Teen Dating Violence
Impact of Domestic Violence on Children
Introduction to Partner Abuse Intervention Strategies
Connection to Mental Health and Substance Abuse
Dynamics within LGBTQ Communities
Elder Abuse
Supporting People with Disabilities
Self and Community Care

Our trainers all have years of experience, both as educators and as service providers. Where beneficial, we bring in guest trainers with more in-depth knowledge on specific topics. Click here to learn more about how the training is conducted.

https://www.ywca-ens.org/what-we-do/domestic-violence/40-hour-dv-training/

registration link:

http://ywca-ens.org