Advocates to the Front! 2024 WSCADV Conference

This workshop will focus on building narrative power in rural Washington to address gender-based violence and intersecting issues of economic justice, racial justice, and reproductive justice. Participants will learn to weave narrative strategies into campaign and initiative work, integrating community organizing and strategic communications. The session will include interactive exercises to help programs develop, distribute, and organize narrative change across key issues. Participants will also build connections across programs to use narrative change as a shared project.

En honor a “Advocactes to the Front”, WSCADV tiene el honor de presentarles un panel de intercesoras latinas que han tenido un profundo impacto en sus comunidades a través de su pasión y dedicación a este trabajo. Agradecemos a nuestras panelistas Rosalinda Álvarez, Celia Guardado y Brandi Belgarde por todo el trabajo que han realizado para apoyar a los sobrevivientes latinos. Este taller se presentará en español con interpretación al inglés.

In honor of “Advocates to the Front”, WSCADV has the honor to present you with a panel of strong Latine advocates who have made a profound impact in their communities through their passion and dedication to this work. We are grateful to our panelists Rosalinda Alvarez, Celia Guardado, and Brandi Belgarde for all the work that they have done to support Latine survivors. This workshop will be presented in Spanish with English interpretation available.

In this session, we will delve into the significance of incorporating culture as a primary means of prevention, especially within minoritized communities. Harnessing the wisdom passed down through our indigenous teachings, Snxestwilxtn staff will explore how cultural practices play a pivotal role in establishing and nurturing healthy relationships. Through a hands-on mindfulness activity rooted in our traditions, we will engage in meaningful dialogue about our shared responsibility in amplifying BIPOC voices and anchoring culture in prevention efforts. Discover why culture is not just an add-on, but a cornerstone of building and sustaining thriving communities.

Historically remote and rural communities have had limited access to reproductive health care and as a result survivors experience lifelong impacts that can undermine their health and choices. Rural Resources Victim Services created strategic messaging about Reproductive Justice and health care options while making sure neither survivors nor staff had a target on their backs.