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SEPTEMBER 2025
NEWS & UPDATES
Volume 23 | Issue 9
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Recognize National Self-Care Awareness Month
September is National Self-Care Awareness Month—a reminder that caring for advocates is just as important as the vital services they provide to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. At NYSCADV, we recognize the unique challenges advocates face, including burnout, vicarious trauma, and compassion fatigue, and we are committed to supporting their resilience and well-being.
We’ve curated a Self-Care Toolkit featuring resources like CONNECT’s Toolkit on Burnout and Vicarious Trauma, the Self-Care for Advocates initiative, and the OVC’s Vicarious Trauma Toolkit to help strengthen both individual and organizational wellness.
This month, we’re also joining the 21-Day Self-Care Challenge created by Move to End Violence—sharing one strategy each day on our social media channels starting September 8. Together, let’s build sustainable practices that honor advocates’ well-being and strengthen our movement.
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Suicide Prevention Month & Domestic Violence
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support those in crisis. Survivors of domestic violence may face increased suicide risk due to trauma, isolation, and lack of access to care. It's critical that we approach suicide prevention with a trauma-informed, survivor-centered lens.
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2025 DV Counts Survey
On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, NNEDV will conduct its 20th annual Domestic Violence Counts Survey, capturing a 24-hour snapshot of adults and children seeking domestic violence services nationwide. Programs will have until Friday, October 24, 2025, to submit their responses.
Survey link and materials will be available starting Thursday, September 11.
For materials or webinar access, email DVCounts@NNEDV.org.
👉 Learn More About DV Counts
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Join us on September 18, 2025, at the Century House in Latham, NY, for an engaging event where you'll connect with domestic violence program directors, leaders, and peers to address shared challenges and successes. Delve into critical issues such as staff retention, funding advocacy, sustainability, and strategies for thriving in our ever-changing environment. Our event features insightful conversations and dynamic panel discussions.
Learn More and Register Here.
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Join NYSCADV, Survivors Justice Project, and the UB School of Law’s Criminal Justice Advocacy Clinic for a special screening of Beyond Survival, a powerful documentary about the fight for sentencing justice through the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act (DVSJA).
Following the film, hear from advocates, lawmakers, and directly impacted survivors during a compelling panel and reception.
Thursday, October 16 from 6:00–7:00 PM (Film) | 7:00–8:30 PM (Panel & Reception)
Free registration – seating is limited!
👉 [Sign up now]
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NYSCADV Prevention Summit.
Join us on November 17–18, 2025, at the Rivers Resort & Casino Event Center in Schenectady, NY, as we celebrate more than two decades of dedication, innovation, and resilience in primary prevention.
This Summit convenes national, state, and local leaders to share expertise and explore cutting-edge strategies to prevent intimate partner and sexual violence. Connect with thought leaders from across the country and New York State for two days of inspiration, learning, and collaboration.
Learn more.
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