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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

Courtney Kutauskas In May 17, 2022 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic 5/2/22: Discussing the 2022 STOP Administrators Meeting with Robin Thompson

In this TA Clinic facilitated by Robin Hassler Thompson, STOP Administrators were given a chance to discuss the 2022 STOP Administrators meeting hosted by the STAAR Team at ALSO that took place the week prior. Questions were raised and feedback was given.

Courtney Kutauskas In May 17, 2022 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic 5/2/22: Discussing the 2022 STOP Administrators Meeting with Robin Thompson

Courtney Kutauskas In July 27, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 7/26/21 The 5% Court Set-Aside with Robyn Mazur (CCI)

This program featured Robyn Mazur who addressed issues surrounding courts and the STOP grant program and focused on data collection along with how to effectively approach the 5% court allocation. Ms. Mazur is the Director of Gender and Family Justice Initiatives at the Center for Court Innovation in New York City. In this capacity, she …. Read More

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 11/9/20 Engaging Culturally Specific Communities in the STOP Implementation Planning Process with Olga Trujillo

This Clinic featured Olga Trujillo who focused on how STOP Administrators can engage with culturally specific communities during the STOP Implementation Planning Process and maintaining relationships with stakeholders in communities beyond the year Implementation Plans are due. Olga discussed grantmaking strategies, culturally specific services, and the impact of COVID-19 on communities. Culturally Specific,New Administrators,Underserved Populations

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 11/23/20 Qualitative Data with Dr. Quenette Walton

This Clinic featured Dr. Quenette Walton, who engaged Administrators in a discussion on the use of qualitative methods in their Implementation Plans. Drawing upon the benefits and limitations of both quantitative and qualitative data, Dr. Walton facilitated a discussion with participants about how they can use the qualitative data they gather from listening sessions, conversations …. Read More

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 12/7/20 “Ask Anything” with OVW Attorney Advisor Marnie Shiels

This TA Clinic offered STOP Administrators a special opportunity to “Ask Anything” with OVW Attorney Advisor Marnie Shiels and ALSO STAAR Project TA staff. Marnie briefly discussed current issues Administrators face and opened the floor for Administrators to share how the Implementation Planning process is moving forward during challenging times. Grant Administration,New Administrator,VAWA

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 1/11/21 Connecting with Tribes with Nicole Matthews (MIWSAC)

This Clinic featured Nicole Matthews, member of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe, and Executive Director for the Minnesota Indian Women’s Sexual Assault Coalition. Nicole discussed issues of sexual assault and Tribal members, the importance of building and maintaining meaningful relationships with Tribes, and engaging Tribes in the planning process. Nicole shared tips on how …. Read More

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 1/25/21 Human Trafficking with Robin Hassler Thompson

In honor of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Clinic facilitator Robin Hassler Thompson discussed how STOP Administrators can respond to human trafficking during the implementation planning process and the impact of COVID-19 on trafficking victims, often creating greater vulnerability among underserved populations in particular. Human Trafficking

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 2/8/21 Assistance with STOP Progress Reporting Forms with Tara Wheeler and Hannah Brintlinger from Muskie School

This Clinic featured Tara Wheeler and Hannah Brintlinger from Muskie School of Public Service. Tara and Hannah provided an overview of STOP reporting forms, instructions on completing and submitting them, offered helpful tips, and were available to answer your questions. New Administrator

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 2/22/21 New STAAR Project Resources with the STAAR Project

This Clinic offered Administrators a first-hand look at the newly released STAAR Project resources, including our website, STOPGrants.org, our online training course developed to help with the STOP implementation planning process, and much more! A thorough walk-through of how to use each platform was given. Grant Administration

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 3/8/21 “Ask Anything” with OVW Attorney Advisor Marnie Shiels

This TA Clinic offered STOP Administrators a special opportunity to “Ask Anything” with OVW Attorney Advisor Marnie Shiels. Marnie briefly discussed current issues Administrators face and opened the floor for Administrators to ask questions and get support on any STOP or implementation planning-related concerns. Grant Administration,VAWA

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 3/22/21 Firearms TA Project with Darren Mitchell

This Clinic featured Darren Mitchell from the Firearm Technical Assistance Project and Gene Nelson, STOP Administrator (VT). Darren discussed the gaps and challenges to victim safety and perpetrator accountability around the issue of firearms, while Gene shared her experience participating in the Firearm Technical Assistance Project. They focused on comprehensively and effectively addressing responses within …. Read More

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 4/19/21 Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Kris Bein (RSP)

To continue recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), this Clinic featured Kris Bein from the Resource Sharing Project. Kris discussed the organization’s role in working to end sexual violence and support survivors, with a special focus on what STOP Administrators should know when developing grantmaking strategies and implementation planning. Sexual Assault

Courtney Kutauskas In July 22, 2021 Uncategorized

STOP TA Clinic: 4/5/21 Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Laura Palumbo (NSVRC) and Karen Galbraith (PCAR)

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), and this program featured two experts: Laura Palumbo, Communications Director with the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) presenting on the wide range of SAAM resources and information available from NSVRC on understanding the issue of online sexual abuse, how communities can get involved, and ways to support …. Read More