Email from Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Join the movement!     HOME ABOUT US BECOME A MEMEBR   Good morning Cycle Breakers!  We hope you’re all doing well. Below, you’ll find information on some upcoming CSVANW trainings and important community announcements. Wishing you a great week ahead Nominate an Advocate for CSVANW's Advocate of the Month! Every month, we take time to celebrate individuals whose heart and work shine in the movement to end violence against Native women, children, and communities. These advocates embody compassion, strength, and an unwavering commitment to their people. They lead with culture, uplift community, and walk in the values of kinship, healing, and tradition. Through their efforts in education, prevention, and support, they create lasting change and inspire others to follow their lead. Community members, colleagues, and CSVANW staff are welcome to nominate someone who exemplifies these qualities. Nominations for our June Advocate of the Month are now open through the end of June! The deadline to submit is by EOD Friday, June 27th. Learn More & Nominate an Advocate of the Month Thank you for helping us honor these remarkable advocates and their impactful contributions. June 2025 Advocate of the month This June, we are honored to recognize Becky Ann Martinez (Diné) as our Advocate of the Month. Please join us in celebrating her!  “My name is Becky Ann Martinez, and I am of the Diné Nation. I grew up in many parts of New Mexico, Upper Fruitland, Dulce, Nageezi, and Lybrook... LEARN MORE   Violence on the Land Is Violence on the Body, Part 2 (In-Person) | FREE 📅 Date: June 24, 2025 📍 Location: Sante Fe, NM ⏰ Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM This training will examine the harmful impacts of extractive industries on Native lands and Native bodies, how economic exploitation manifests as sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and sexual violence, perpetuating disproportionately high rates of Missing and Murdered Native People. Participants will learn to identify the connections between social and economic oppression and will gain the skills necessary to respond to violence through social service work, victim advocacy, and community organizing. In addition to exploring these systemic issues, participants will work on community-based public health solutions to improve the health and welfare of Native communities through creative, justice-driven approaches. FREE! Secure Your Spot Today & Register Today! Register We hope you will join us in this crucial discussion and training. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you for your commitment to justice and healing. Together, we can break cycles of harm and uplift Native communities. ----- This training is made possible through the support of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders Join us for the 13th Annual Native Youth Summit The Native Youth Summit (NYS) is a two-day leadership development event for Native youth ages 13–17. Hosted by the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW), the summit is a space for growth, connection, and healing. Together, we’ll explore what it means to lead with culture, compassion, and courage. Sessions will focus on healthy relationships, consent, bystander intervention, mental health, and more, centering the lived experiences of Native youth and building tools to break cycles of violence. WHO: Native youth ages 13–17 WHEN: Friday & Saturday, July 11–12, 2025 TIME: Day 1: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Day 2: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM WHERE: Bachechi Open Space | 9521 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114 🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & lunch provided each day 💵 Stipends: Available for youth who attend both days Please note: Participants will take a 15-minute (0.7 mile) group walk to and from Equine Therapeutic Connections (10138 Bosque Cir NW). A parent/guardian waiver of liability will be required on Day 1. Limited spots available! This application must be completed by the youth (not a parent or guardian). Please print a copy of your application before submitting. Register Let’s uplift our future leaders and build safer, stronger communities, together. Culturally Responsive Approaches to Supporting Native Survivors of Sexual Violence June 26, 2025 | UNM | In-Person | FREE We invite you to join us for a FREE one-day workshop designed to enhance the skills and cultural competence of service providers working with Native survivors of sexual violence. This interactive training will equip you with practical tools, deeper insight, and actionable strategies to provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support within Native communities. 📅Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025 ⏰Time: 9AM – 5PM 📍Location: UNM | IN-PERSON Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot today! Together, we can foster healing and empowerment within our communities. Secure Your Spot Today & Register Today Register Community Advocacy Meeting June 17, 2025 | Virtual CSVANW will be holding our Community Advocacy Meetings where we will grow relationships with our Tribal Advocates in sharing resources, learning from presentations that aid in the work we do in community, and sharing updates on policies and events. Tribal Advocates are those who are committed to community advocacy in alignment with CSVANW’s values of kinship, healing, and inclusiveness. The impact these meetings have for Tribal communities enhance service delivery from Tribal Advocate Attendees. The relationships created between tribes and CSVANW bridge the gaps of event support, information sharing, opportunities for PPE support, and training. Advocates will have a safe virtual space to communicate barriers and find support from each other and CSVANW, without sharing confidential survivor-identifying information. Please come in the spirit of inclusiveness, respect, and shared safety. Register Southwest Butterflies Retreat August 1st & 2nd, 2025 | Save the Date The Southwest Butterflies Retreat (SWBR) is a two-day gathering created for Native young people ages 16–24 who identify as LGBTQ2S+. This retreat centers the voices and experiences of our LGBTQ2S+ relatives while fostering a space rooted in culture, healing, and connection. SWBR focuses on community education, prevention, and awareness of domestic violence and sexual assault, while also providing participants with tools to support their well-being and empowerment. Our intention is for every young person who attends to feel seen, supported, and reenergized- leaving with a deeper sense of community and strength in their identity. More information coming soon! Honoring Our Advocates: A Day of Restoration, Connection, and Care The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW) proudly hosted our annual Advocate Retreat on May 30th, 2025, a day-long gathering dedicated to the healing and rejuvenation of those on the frontlines of advocacy within our Tribal communities. Centered around the themes of land, community, and self, this year's retreat served as a much-needed [...] Read More How did you like this email? For more information, please contact us at: (505) 243 - 9199 | [email protected]       Become a Member Donate Today   Follow us on social media Stay Updated: Sign Up for Our Emails Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women | 4600 Montgomery Blvd NE Ste 202B | Albuquerque, NM 87109 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice