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Courtney Kutauskas

Courtney Kutauskas
In November 16, 2022 Grantmaking

STOP TA Clinic 11/14/22: Supporting Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse with Kris Bein, Erica Blackwood, and LaShae Lopez (RSP)

In this Clinic, speakers Kris Bein, Erica Blackwood, and LaShae Lopez speak on Resource Sharing Project’s new resource: Building Resilience: Conversations with and about Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse. Building Resilience is a series of 12 video podcasts that focus on how programs can work to better support adult survivors of child sexual abuse. ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In November 1, 2022 Grantmaking, VAWA and OVW Information

STOP TA Clinic 10/31/22: STOP Formula Grant Prosecution Certification with Marnie Shiels, OVW, and John Wilkinson, AEquitas

In this Clinic, speakers Marnie Shiels (OVW) and John Wilkinson (AEquitas) shared information and tips on the new STOP Formula Grant Prosecution Certification. Ms. Shiels began the clinic by analyzing 34 U.S. Code § 10454 which describes that prosecutors must certify that while receiving STOP Funds, they will not compel victim testimony. Under this Certification, ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In October 18, 2022 Grantmaking, Underserved Populations

STOP TA Clinic 10/17/22: Survivor Economic Needs with Sarah Gonzalez Bocinski, FUTURES

In this Clinic, Sarah Gonzalez Bocinski discusses how economics impact survivor safety and justice. Survivors of all ages may find it difficult to leave dangerous and abusive relationships because they may no longer be able to achieve economic security. Outside of relationships, institutions and other systems may inhibit survivors from having economic security. For instance, ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In October 11, 2022 Uncategorized

STOP eNewsletter, October 2022: STOP Assistance to Campuses

STOP Assistance to Campuses Now that STOP implementation plans have been submitted and school is starting again, STAAR Project’s October eNewsletter focuses on sexual violence on college campuses. The topics discussed include: STOP collaboration with Title IX on campuses, BIPOC survivors, survivors with disabilities, and restorative justice. Download Here: STOP eNewsletter, October 2022
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Courtney Kutauskas
In October 4, 2022 Grantmaking, Underserved Populations

STOP TA Clinic 10/3/22: Indigenous People’s Toolkit + Current DV Trends with Deb DeBare and Kimberly Feeney, NNEDV

In this Clinic hosted by Deb DeBare and Kimberly Feeney, Administrators learned about the Nation Network to End Domestic Violence’s newest resource, an Indigenous People’s Toolkit called Many Voices, Many Traditions. The toolkit was designed by Indigenous women and intended to support FVPSA Administrators. The goal of the Toolkit is to increase Administrators’ understanding of ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In September 20, 2022 Grantmaking

STOP TA Clinic 9/19/22: Clery Reporting on Campuses with Abigail Boyer, Clery Center

In this clinic, Ms. Boyer gave an overview of how the Clery Center was founded to create standardized reporting requirements across all campuses. The goal of the Clery Center is to encourage campuses, as an institution, to report accurately in order to best provide support for survivors. Abigail walked Administrators through the regulations as stated ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In September 9, 2022 Grantmaking, Implementation Planning, VAWA and OVW Information

STOP TA Clinic 8/22: Spending Down & Reallocation of Funds with Latonya Eaddy, OVW

In this TA clinic hosted by Latonya Eaddy (OVW), Latonya discussed with Administrators how to reallocate funds. The conversation began with a brief overview of when Administrators can reallocate funds and how these regulations have changed with the new VAWA reauthorization. Latonya continued by describing large scale ideas on using previous award funds and trends ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In July 26, 2022 Grantmaking

STOP TA Clinic 7/25: Funding Issues and Current Trends for Forensic Exams with Nicole Stahlmann (IAFN)

A recurring issue amongst State STOP Administrators is working with forensic exam providers to fund SANE exams. In order to understand the payment process, Administrators must understand the exam process. In this clinic, Nicole Stahlmann explains the complexities of SANE exams such as delayed exams, length of exam, and legal documents. She continues the conversation ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In July 12, 2022 Grantmaking, Implementation Planning

STOP TA Clinic 7/11: What Next? Areas of Focus Following the Submission of the Implementation Plan with Shira Phelps

Between the COVID-19 pandemic and societal changes, the needs of STOP Administrators and Subgrantees have changed. In this TA Clinic hosted by Shira Phelps, STOP Administrators were given the opportunity to discuss new, innovative ideas that they will implement over the next grant period. The conversation continued by discussing how administrators might continue the work ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In June 28, 2022 Grantmaking, Underserved Populations

STOP TA Clinic: 6/27 Centering the Experiences of Women of Color with Anzala Alozie (WOCN)

In this TA Clinic, Anzala Alozie emphasized the importance of cultivating trust with both partners and those that administrators serve. Anzala discussed with administrators the different roadblocks that grantees and subgrantees might encounter while trying to provide adequate resources for victims with different identities. This clinic also discusses how incorporating women of color in every ….  Read More
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Courtney Kutauskas
In June 28, 2022 Grantmaking, Underserved Populations

STOP TA Clinic: 6/27 Centering the Experiences of Women of Color with Anzala Alozie (WOCN)

In this TA Clinic, Anzala Alozie emphasized the importance of cultivating trust with both partners and those that administrators serve. Anzala discussed with administrators the different roadblocks that grantees and subgrantees might encounter while trying to provide adequate resources for victims with different identities. This clinic also discusses how incorporating women of color in every ….  Read More
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