SCCAHT October Resource Fair- Bridging the Gaps: Survivor Voices
2022-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Akron Public Library, 60 South High Street, Akron, OH, 44308, United States
Description of Event: “Come join the Summit County Collaborative to End Human Trafficking for a day of networking and education. Learn about resources offered to survivors in Summit County and hear about the barriers and gaps survivors of trafficking experience and how we as the community and providers can help eliminate them. You will also sit in on a case study where various service professionals were involved. Lunch will be provided and an exciting announcement about the collaborative will also happen during the event.
Agenda:
10:00-10:30 Agency tables/ refreshments
10:30- 10:45 Kick Off with SCCAHT Board
10:45- 12:15 Human Trafficking Survivor and Advocate Panel
12:15- 1:00 Lunch (Provided) and Networking
1:00- 1:45 Case Study with service providers
1:45-2:00 Wrap up and impact of the Collaborative with board
** Any food restrictions please emails sccaht1@gmail.com after registering**

SVAA’s The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
2023-01-03 08:00 - 2023-01-06 17:30
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
January 3 – 6, 2023
8:00AM – 5:30PM EST
VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
May 31 – June 3, 2022
8:00AM – 6:00PM EST
Location
Denton Training Facility
137 S. Main Street, Suite 301
Akron, Ohio 44308
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological and Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Careand Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Care

SVAA's The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
2023-03-13 08:00 - 2023-03-17 16:00
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
March 13 – 17, 2023
8:00AM – 4:00PM EST
Location
Denton Training Facility
137 S. Main Street, Suite 301
Akron, Ohio 44308
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological and Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Care

SVAA's The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
2023-05-30 08:00 - 2023-06-02 17:00
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
May 30 – June 2, 2023
8:00AM – 5:30PM EST
VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
May 31 – June 3, 2022
8:00AM – 6:00PM EST
Location
Denton Training Facility
137 S. Main Street, Suite 301
Akron, Ohio 44308
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological and Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Careand Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Care

SVAA's The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
2023-08-07 08:00 - 2023-08-11 16:00
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
August 7 – 11, 2023
8:00AM – 4:00PM EST
Location
Denton Training Facility
137 S. Main Street, Suite 301
Akron, Ohio 44308
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological and Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Care

SVAA's The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
2023-09-25 08:00 - 2023-09-29 16:00
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
September 25 – 29, 2023
8:00AM – 4:00PM EST
Location
Denton Training Facility
137 S. Main Street, Suite 301
Akron, Ohio 44308
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological and Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Care

SVAA's The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
2023-10-03 17:00 - 2023-10-26 21:00
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
October 3 – 26, 2023
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00PM – 9:00PM EST
HYBRID VIRTUAL CLASSROOM AND IN-PERSON:
Location
Denton Training Facility
137 S. Main Street, Suite 301
Akron, Ohio 44308

The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.
Participants who complete the 44-hour hybrid learning course will become equipped to use National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. In addition, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
This hybrid learning course requires both in-person and online participation and is offered six times per year: January | March (Virtual) | June | August | September | October (Virtual)
COURSE DETAILS
– Cost: $425
– 5-day, 40-hour, hybrid learning model
– SVAA expert training team
– Small group practice sessions
– Individual coaching and feedback
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
The Essentials is open to all those in the helping profession who may have the need to assist someone who has experienced trauma. Law enforcement, social workers, counselors, attorneys, medical personnel, first responders, clergy, students and of course victim advocates should attend. This training is required for all individuals who intern with Victim Assistance Program.
WHAT TOPICS WILL BE COVERED?
History of the Victims’ Rights Movement
Crisis & Trauma: Physiological and Psychological effects
Individualized Crisis Intervention
Children Who Witness Violence
Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Identity Theft, Missing Persons, Stalking
Unexpected Deaths: Homicide, Suicide, DUI, Sudden Death
Crime Scene Response
Judicial System: Court Advocacy and Victims’ Rights
Victim Compensation
VINE-Victim Information and Notification Everyday
Protection Orders
Vicarious Trauma, Burn Out, Self Care

Bids for Brighter Days Online Auction
2025-08-06 08:00 - 2025-08-10 23:30
Join us from August 6th through August 10th for the highly anticipated Bids for Brighter Days virtual auction, hosted by Victim Assistance Program Inc. This inspiring event will serve as a vital lifeline for those in need, as every bid placed will directly contribute to our 24-hour crisis intervention, advocacy, and education services.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in a thrilling silent auction, where unique items and experiences will be up for grabs, all while supporting victims of crisis, violence, and trauma in Summit County. With your generous donations, we will ensure that compassionate, expert care remains accessible and free of charge for those who need it the most.

SVAA's The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
2025-08-11 08:00 - 2025-08-15 17:00 | Victim Assistance Program, 137 South Main St., Suite 300, Akron, OH, 44308, United States
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is a nationally approved comprehensive training offered four times a year in the State of Ohio. Essentials is designed to offer trauma-informed knowledge and skills to individuals serving survivors of crime and other traumatic events in our communities. Participants who complete the course may apply to become a National Credentialed Advocate through the National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA).
This 44-hour comprehensive course will equip attendees to use the NOVA Model of Crisis Intervention, a trauma-informed approach, and additional learned skills to assistant individuals impacted by crime, victimization, or other traumatic events. Attendees will gain knowledge about the impact of trauma, the judicial system, victim rights, available resources, and much more.
This course also provides Ohio Social Work-eligible attendees the opportunity to earn up to 29 CE hours upon successful completion.
PLEASE REGSTER BY AUGUST 4.

Gather For Good- Friends Breakfast
2025-10-28 07:30 - 09:00 | Our Lady of the Cedars, 507 S Cleveland Massillon Rd., Fairlawn, OH, 44333
When Friends Gather, Lives Can Be Restored
Gather among friends of Victim Assistance Program and enjoy a buffet breakfast, including vegetarian and allergy-friendly options, as we reflect on the critical work being done to restore lives in our community impacted by crisis, violence, and tragedy.
From Hardship to Healing: Compassion in Action
Enjoy a special video presentation focused on inspiring stories of your compassion in action, as told by VAP staff and those we serve. Learn how with your generosity, our strategic vision will continue driving meaningful change in Summit County.
A Compassionate Leader at the Heart of our Extended Family
We are honored to announce that the inaugural Victim Assistance Program Sandy Selby Extended Family Award will be presented to, and named in recognition of, Rev. Sandra Selby, D.Min., MBA, CCFP, who has selflessly devoted her time and talents to Victim Assistance Program since 1985. Dr. Selby served many years on the Board of Furnace Street mission and has supported the work of VAP’s Victim Advocates by teaching in the Essentials of Victim Advocacy course with a focus on compassion fatigue and resiliency. She truly cares about the caregivers and has served as a trauma-informed friend and mentor to generations of VAP staff and leadership.
We look forward to seeing you on October 28th!
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