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Saturday — May 21, 2022
National Missing Children's Day - Keep Your Kiddo Safe
Throughout May, there are many awareness campaigns, including Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives, Teen Pregnancy Prevention, and the World Day for Cultural Diversity (5/21). Among all of these is another often overlooked day, National Missing Children’s Day, which takes place on May 25th.
Read moreFriday — May 13, 2022
Strangulation: The 4-1-1
Often, people who have been victimized by Domestic Violence have experienced some extent of strangulation in their relationship. It is estimated that 68% of women who experience intimate partner violence will also experience a near fatal strangulation.
Read moreFriday — April 22, 2022
The History of Denim Day
Jeans are worn by millions of people every day, however annually, the last Wednesday of April is a multinational day of awareness surrounding jeans. Denim Day has for decades been the longest running sexual assault awareness campaign in the world.
Read moreFriday — April 08, 2022
Sexual Assault Awareness Month - What Can You Do?
There are many exciting things that come with the month of April! First, April marks the start of spring which means flowers, good weather and spending lots of time outside. Did you know that April gets its name from the Latin word aperio? The definition means to bud, or to grow because during this time plants begin to grow! So, see? April really does mark the start of spring!
April’s calendar has a lot of exciting days as well! One of the biggest events that people should be made more aware of is Sexual Assault Awareness month.
Friday — March 25, 2022
MMIWR: Debra Black Crow
Debra Marie Black Crow was born in Wyoming in 1958. She was the third eldest daughter of her family. She was also a Native American of the Arapaho and Oglala nations. Part of her childhood was spent living on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Eventually, Debra graduated high school and a had the desire to become a nurse.
Read moreFriday — March 18, 2022
The Violence Against Women Act - The History and Reauthorization
March of 2022 has seen a huge win for Women’s rights and for victims of crime. As part of the 2022 Omnibus Spending Package, the United States Government has voted and signed legislation to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) through 2027.....
Read moreFriday — March 11, 2022
Introducing - Analis Lamboy!
The Cahuilla Consortium Victim Advocacy Program is please to welcome our new Mobile Domestic Violence Advocate Analis!
Read moreWednesday — March 09, 2022
Celebrating Indigenous Women on International Women's Day
Today, March 8th is recognized as International Women's Day. In response, we have decided to recognize three Native American Women who have stood up for what they believe in and advocated for their fellow indigenous women.
Read moreFriday — February 18, 2022
Bree's Law - The Case That Reduced Alaska's Teen Dating Violence Statistics
“Breanna Moore just sparkles” was the way the 20-year-old was described by the hosts of the popular podcast Crime Junkies. Breanna (who was usually referred to as Bree by her close friends and family) was part of a special episode of Crime Junkies in February of 2020 for Teen Dating Violence Awareness month. In the year 2014, Bree was tragically murdered by her then boyfriend Joshua Almeda.....
Read moreSaturday — February 12, 2022
Love Bombing - The Basics
Love at first sight, a common dream shared by many people. You know, the thought of locking eyes with someone from across the room and them being the perfect partner for you....
Read moreFriday — February 04, 2022
Teen Dating Violence - The Emma Walker Story
On any given weekday in the United States, parents spend time waking their children for school. As part of their daily routine, parents generally do not think much of this task. However, on one cold Monday in November of 2016, Jill Walker received the shock of her life when attempting to awake her daughter....
Read moreTuesday — February 01, 2022
The Human Trafficking Series: Modern Trafficking
As we have learned from the other stories included in the human trafficking series, trafficking has existed in the world for centuries. In modern times, the human trafficking industry has developed to utilize technology to increase access to victims....
Read moreFriday — January 21, 2022
The Human Trafficking Series: Sacagawea
For years, images of Sacagawea have been associated with women’s freedom and independence. Ironically, the woman that is a symbol for hope, freedom, and American independence was also a victim of human trafficking....
Read moreSaturday — January 15, 2022
The Human Trafficking Series: Pocahontas
Often, when we think of the story of Pocahontas, we think of images of a Disney character frolicking through the woods with her pet racoon and humming bird. However, this story romanticizes one of the most well documented cases of a Native American Woman being a victim of human trafficking.
Read moreFriday — January 07, 2022
Kitty Genovese and The Bystander Effect
On the early morning of March 13, 1964, 28-year-old Kitty Genovese was violently murdered outside of her New York City apartment.....
Read moreFriday — December 31, 2021
Welcome 2022!
As we close out 2021, many celebrations will take place this upcoming weekend. Everyone brings in the New Year in different ways; Some of us stay cuddled up on the couch watching the ball drop, others take to the dance floor to dance the night away, while others spend the night surrounded by family.....
Read moreFriday — December 17, 2021
"Just Be a Man About It" - A Conversation on Toxic Masculinity
Most people have heard someone use the phrases “boys will be boys”, “real men don’t cry”, or “just be a man about it”, (among others) toward young men.....
Read moreFriday — December 10, 2021
Your Body, Your Sovereignty - Let's explore consent!
Con·sent (v) – the act of giving permission for something to happen.
In sexual circumstances, consent is the act of agreeing to participate in sexual activity; in other words, letting your sexual partners know that the sexual activity is wanted. Why is consent important? Without consent, sexual activity is considered sexual assault or, in some cases, rape....
Friday — December 03, 2021
Find Self-respect This Holiday Season - 5 Tips to Holiday Self-care
The holiday season is often regarded as the happiest time of the year. However, studies show that many people can experience short-term mental health problems during this time. Generally, familial struggles, overspending, and loneliness can all be triggers for people to experience what is commonly referred to as the “Holiday Blues”.
Due to this, we do encourage you to RESPECT yourself this holiday season. Below, you can find 5 tips to help you prioritize self-care:
Monday — November 22, 2021
Welcome to our team!
Hello!
My name is Cesar Segura. I am pleased to be joining the Cahuilla Consortium as the new Outreach Prevention and Education Coordinator....
Monday — October 25, 2021
He Just Needs Help
I met him through a mutual friend. My friend told me that he was extremely outgoing and friendly, and everyone loved him. He seemed nice, so when he asked me to dinner, I said “yes” without hesitation. He picked me up from my house, gave me flowers and opened the car door. "Wow! He's too good to be true."
Read moreMonday — October 18, 2021
Marsy's Law
Victims of crime are given their rights in printed form by law enforcement, when requested, after a crime has occurred. ALWAYS ASK FOR THEM!
Read moreThursday — October 07, 2021
#mencanbevictimstoo
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and during this month we connect and collaborate in unity with individuals and other organizations throughout our Nation to raise awareness about domestic violence and share about prevention efforts being made. When one hears the words “domestic violence,” the visualization that comes to mind is typically a female victim of male-inflicted abuse. Although statistics...
Read moreWednesday — September 22, 2021
“Remember ME on California Native American Day”
This Friday, in recognition of California Native American Day, September 24, 2021, we will be closing our office for the day to celebrate and acknowledge the diverse and culturally rich Native American...
Read moreMonday — September 20, 2021
Introducing...
Hello, my name is Joseph Saenz Yanez and I am excited...
Read moreWednesday — September 15, 2021
September is Suicide Awareness Month!
National Suicide Prevention Month
Across the nation September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month with the goal of raising awareness about suicide and educating the public...
Friday — August 27, 2021
So, what about CORTISOL?
Cortisol is known as the “stress hormone.” Our bodies produce it when we are in “fight or flight” situations. Adrenal glands produce different hormone...
Read moreFriday — August 20, 2021
My Intern Experience
Everyone here is so gracious and giving. Seeing the work that CCVAP is doing has made me curious about becoming an advocate. Who knows, I might return in a few years.
Read moreTuesday — August 10, 2021
New to Our Team!
Míyaxwe!
Hello, my name is Whitney and I am a new Victim Advocate working...
Friday — July 30, 2021
The Community Story Tree
Cahuilla Consortium is hosting the "Community Story Tree!"
Read moreSunday — July 18, 2021
World Listening Day!
Google defines listening as, “a station for intercepting electronic communications.” That is technically correct, however, it fails to mention anything about undivided attention or patience. 70% of a person’s day...
Read moreFriday — July 16, 2021
Introducing: Lily Clarke, Intern Advocate
The CCVAP welcomes CIMC TWEX, Lily Clarke, our Intern Advocate...
Read moreMonday — June 21, 2021
6 Things We Can Do to Support our 2SLGBTQ Relatives
Here are 6 ways to support...
Read moreThursday — June 03, 2021
New to the Team: Dobby!
he CCVAP has a new member to the team, his name is Dobby and he is a black and tan, Dachshund. He is 7-months old and has been coming into the CCVAP Office each day with his mom, ...
Read moreTuesday — June 01, 2021
“Savanna’s Act”
Take a look at the legislation that was passed by in 2018, known as Savanna’s Act. The law is named after Savanna LaFontaine-Greywind, who was murdered in 2017.Savanna was a vibrant 22-year-old expectant mother, and...
Read moreMonday — May 24, 2021
What Is Grooming?
Grooming is when someone builds a relationship of trust and emotional connection with child or person that is vulnerable so they can manipulate, exploit and abuse their target person. A groomer/perpetrator knows...
Read moreTuesday — May 18, 2021
The Dangers of Online Dating
We are living in the digital age, which allows us to connect with people all over the world without ever leaving our homes. With the Internet, we can be...
Read moreMonday — May 10, 2021
Human Trafficking: Types
Human Trafficking in today’s world is not a simple business. Many may have a basic understanding of what Human Trafficking (HT) is, but some may not be familiar with some of the basic “types.”
Read moreWednesday — May 05, 2021
#MMIW #MMIWG2
May 5th was declared the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People.
Read moreMonday — April 26, 2021
What's Denim Got to Do with It
He was arrested and convicted. Later, he appealed his conviction. The court ruled that because she was wearing tight jeans...
Read moreMonday — April 19, 2021
Warrior Woman
She returned to her reservation to find healing on the land and within her culture.
Read moreMonday — April 12, 2021
"Aftermath"
She was 13 and it was her first school dance. The boy who asked her to dance was a friend, he was always kind and always courteous. They danced the first one, a fast one and then he asked her to stay for the second, a slow one. She put her hand...
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