Links to Non-EVA BC Events
EVA BC has identified the following events, training and support groups organized by other agencies as relevant for our membership. Please direct any questions to the contact identified in each listing, and not EVA BC.
For information about EVA BC events and training opportunities, visit our Calendar of Events.
EVENTS & TRAINING
World Suicide Prevention Day
September 10, 7-9pm
Surrey
Watch a special film presentation of "You, Me and the Kids" by Jude Platzer and listen to a panel discussion with psychiatrist Dr. Rox Wand and OPTIONS Surrey Community Services' crisis service coordinator Jackie Yurick. Call 604-596-8866 to register for this free event.
Basic EMDR Training
Duncan
- Session 1: June 12-14
- Session 2: September 11-13
Participants will learn to apply Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) appropriately and effectively using the new curriculum mandated by the EMDR International Association. You must have a minimum Masters level training in a mental health discipline and belong to a professional organization with a code of ethics, or be a graduate student with appropriate supervision. Contact Jo Quinlan at 250-748-3340 or alphatraining (at) telus.net for more information or to register.
White Tiger's First Annual Conference on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
September 23-24
Edmonton, Alberta
A special 2-day event for victim advocates and service providers, counsellors, educators, nurses, social workers, law enforcement, prosecutors and judges, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Jacquelyn Campbell. Visit the White Tiger website for more information.
Aboriginal Women's Justice Conference
September 25-27
Quaaout Lodge, Chase
A 3-day conference on the subject of justice from the perspective of Aboriginal women. Registration fee: $250-$400. Contacct Heidi at 604-687-1868 ext 308 or finance (at) bwss.org for more information or to register.
Engaging and Empowering Aboriginal Youth: Vancouver Symposium
September 30, 8am-3pm
Richmond
Registration is free and open to all service providers who work with or would like to learn more about enaging and empowering Aboriginal youth in their programs. To register, contact rhiannonwong (at) bcysth.ca or complete the online registration form.
Satir Transformational Systematic Therapy Training
September 30 - October 7, 9am-5pm & 7-10pm
Cranbrook
Summit Community Services and the Satir Institute of the Pacific are offering an 8-day intensive version of the Level 1 Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy Training. Program leader: Anne Morrison (MSW, RSW, RMFT). Cost: $900–1,000, depending on interest and registration. Registration deadline is June 15. Contact Sharon Helpard at shelpard (at) summitfamily.ca for more information.
Settlement Worker Training Workshop
October 8, 10am-4pm
October 9, 10am-2pm
Kamloops
In this free workshop, participants will explore assessment, safety planning, ethics and other intervention strategies to comprehensively meet the needs of refugee and immigrant women. Contact Julia N. Schriver at 604-331-5421 or julians (at) publiclegaled.bc.ca to register.
Acquired Brain Injury: Mental Health, Homelessness & Addictions Workshop
October 15-16
Abbotsford
Hosted by the Fraser Valley Brain Injury Association. Fees: $150 (full workshop) or $85 (1 day). Call 1-866-557-1913 or visit www.fvbia.org for more information or to register.
GROUPS
The 16 Steps
September 16 - December 30
Smithers
The 16-step program seeks to build self esteem and a sense of personal empowerment. It approaches healing from trauma, addiction and/or oppression from a place of love and compassion. Participants are expected to commit to the 16 weeks and to do the steps to the best of their ability. Contact Lois or Marilyn at 250-847-9000 for more information.
Women Healing Childhood Sexual Abuse
September 22 - December 8, 6:30-8:30pm
Tri-Cities
Are you a woman survivor of childhood sexual abuse? Does the abuse still affect your life? This group will help you: understand the abuse was not your fault, learn to set healthy boundaries, gain confidence and self-acceptance, learn about healthy intimacy and sexuality, discover healthy ways to express your anger, and take back your life and be free. Contact Tricia or Shelley at 604-941-7111 ext 112 for more information or to register.