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Because we recognize the critical importance of being grounded within our constituent communities, we participate in community events, activities and discussions on a variety of topics and issues. We assist in creating sites for community based on shared values of respect, personal agency, accountability, safety and celebration. Whether we're at a drag king show or a city council meeting, we weave education about domestic violence, support services, anti-oppression, and safety planning through all our interactions. We have materials in multiple formats and distribute information from as many and as varied locations as possible.
Our current and upcoming events are as follows:
| NW Network Presents our 1 Day Domestic Violence Assessment Training | ||||
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Join The Northwest Network for our Domestic Violence Assessment Training The NW Network has developed a nationally recognized assessment tool and will be training on the practical application of our assessment process in this one-day workshop. "Assessment” refers to an intentional process of learning about what is happening in someone's life in order to 1) identify how power, control & exploitation is working in their relationship and 2) connect that person with the best possible resource available Tuesday March 24th, 2009 American Red Cross Office 1900 25th Ave S, Seattle WA Registration 9:00am Training ends 5:00pm Lunch Provided Registration: $65 To Register please please contact Shannon at shannon@nwnetwork.org or 206-568-7777. We look forward to seeing you on the 24th! |
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| Spring Relationship Skills Class!! | ||||
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The Northwest Network of Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian and Gay Survivors of Abuse’s RELATIONSHIP SKILLS CLASS Please join us for the Spring Relationship Skills Class. This is a 6 week course exploring the skills we need to build the relationships we want. Wednesdays, April 15th – May 20th, 2009 6:30-8:30pm Seattle Central Community College Registration required by Wednesday, April 8th 2009 *Interpreters are available, if you would need an interpreter we would be happy to provide one, please let us know and register by Wednesday, April 1st *Building is accessible Topics include: Identifying cultural norms & personal values Accountability Naming & setting boundaries Strengthening support networks and more! This class is open to: Bisexual people & their friends & loved ones Trans people & their friends & loved ones Other LGBTQ people and is open to all Regardless of relationship status or history Suggested donation: $90.00 No one will be turned away for lack of funds For more information, accessibility questions or to register, contact deann at: 206.568.7777 or deann@nwnetwork.org |
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| Supporting LGBTQ Youth- Free Training March 20, 2009 | ||||
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Are you interested in learning how to best support lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and questioning youth? The Northwest Network of BTLG Survivors of Abuse is offering a free training as a part of our Natural Helper program on supporting LGBTQ youth in your community, work and life. This training is perfect for school counselors and administrators, youth works, teachers, non-profit volunteers, LGBTQ folks and professionals who want to learn how to best support youth, youth workers who want to learn more about supporting queer and trans youth, domestic violence advocates, Americorps volunteers and community members not affiliated with any organizations and just want to learn more! This training will cover broad information about LGBTQ youth and youth empowerment as well as practical day to day information about what supporting LGBTQ youth can look like. This training is: Friday March 20th (FYI: Seattle Public Schools has no classes) 1-4pm Montlake Branch Public Library – Conference Room 2401 24th Ave. E. Seattle, WA 98112 If you or someone you know is interested in attending this training please contact shannon@nwnetwork.org to receive a copy of the application. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Shannon Perez-Darby Shannon@nwnetwork.org 206-568-7777 TTY: 206-517-9670 Fax: 206-325-2601 PO Box 18436 Seattle, WA 98118 www.nwnetwork.org |
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| Advocacy & Survivors' Use of Violence Institute | ||||
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We are pleased to announce a new institute coming this spring! Advocacy & Survivors' Use of Violence April 16 & 17(April 16: 9am-5pm, April 17: 9am-12:30pm) Seattle Downtown Comfort Suite Hotel Conference Center Presented in collaboration with the King County Coalition Against Domestic Violence From the margin to the center: Survivors of domestic abuse may use violence to resist abusive power, control & exploitation. This institute will help you increase your understanding of survivors’ use of violence and strengthen your advocacy skills with all survivors. Registration Fees Early Bird rate:$140 if payment and registration received before 3/09/09 Regular rate:$190 after 3/09/09 Limited Scholarships available: Contact qanda@nwnetwork.org to get scholarship applications due by 3/09/09 Please make interpreter requests by 3.16.09 If you have additional questions please feel free to call the office at 206-568-777 or email qanda@nwnetwork.org  |
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| The NW Network co-Host an event @ the SAM ** Oct. 3rd! | ||||
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We are pleased to announce that we will be co-hosting an event with the Seattle Art Museum the evening of Friday, October 3rd as a way to honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month this year! The evening will be filled with live music from local DJ's, inspiring art exhibitions, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and the opportunity to connect with The Northwest Network as well as our local arts community! For this event the museum will be open during special hours so folks can have a chance to check out their current exhibitions. So come join us! Bring friends and family! Let's celebrate our continual work in creating healthy and sustaining communities by appreciating the role of art in our movements and by connecting with one another! We hope to see you there! WHAT: SAM REMIX; co-hosting by The Northwest Network WHEN: Friday, October 3rd from 6pm-9pm WHERE: Seattle Art Museum Downtown, 1300 First Avenue Seattle, WA 98101 (on the corner of 1st Ave. & Union St) WHY: To honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month by appreciating the arts and connecting with our communities! The event is *FREE!*, but if folks wish to go inside the museum to view their exhibitions, the admission costs are as follows: *$13 adults * $10 seniors (62+) * $7 Teens (13–17), students (with ID) * FREE for children 12 and under * FREE for SAM members |
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| Queer Parent Networking Dinner | ||||
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Thank you to all the families that came out to our dinners January-June 2008! We will be having the first dinner of the 2008/2009 School Year on Thursday, October 16th at 6:30pm! DINNER AND CHILDCARE IS ON US! WHAT: a monthly dinner to meet other LGBTQ families and parents, talk about parenting and other issues that are affecting your lives. WHO: open to ALL bisexual, Trans, Lesbian, Gay, Two-Spirited, Queer and Questioning families, including co-parents, other people who have a significant role in the life of a child. WHEN: 3rd Thursday of every month, 6:30-8:30 for the 2008/2009 School Year: Oct. 16th, Jan 15, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 21, June 18 WHERE: Harry Thomas Community Center, in Holly Park 7315 39th ave S, seattle 98118 HOW: RSVP to deann at 206.568.7777, deann@nwnetwork.org. please RSVP so we can plan of childcare and your dinner |
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| Youth Pre-Pride T-shirt Making Party! | ||||
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Come check out our Youth T-shirt Art Party! Make yourself a t-shirt for LGBTQ Pride or just to have something fabulous to wear around town. There will be free food, free t-shirt making supplies, free button making supplies and a button maker! This is a great opportunity to meet other queer, trans, questioning and allied youth from West and all of Seattle. Where: Youngstown Cultural Arts Center 4408 Delridge Way SW (On bus routes 120 & 125) When: Friday June 20th (The Friday right after Seattle Public Schools let out) Time: 4-6pm All dressed up with no where to go? You can wear your t-shirt and march with The Safe Schools Coalition at Pride, details available at the party. For questions or more information contact Shannon at 206-568-7777 or Shannon@nwnetwork.org. Brought to you by The Chief Sealth Gay Straight Alliance, The Northwest Network of Bi, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse and The King County Community Organizing Program. |
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| The Northwest Network's 5th Annual Auction! | ||||
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The Northwest Network is pleased to announce its Fifth Annual Luncheon & Auction on May 4th, 2008 at the Mount Baker Community Club. We are looking forward to another exciting event! With a unique blend of spot-on humor and fabulous style, Seattle star Matt Smith has been invited back to host again this year. We are proud to offer a great event that will raise funds for the important services and programs we offer to domestic violence survivors and the community. The generosity of Puget Sounds’ businesses and organizations as well as individual donors have been the foundation of our past years’ success. We hope you will consider making a donation to our auction this year! Here is a shout out to all our donors for 2008's Auction! We thank you for all your generosity and support! Abrams Chiropractic Center American Dance Institute Baas Art & Framing Century Ballroom Chill Massage Therapy & Modern Apothecary CHOICE Organic Teas Columbia City Cinema Connie Burk Danica Bornstein Duke's Chowder House Fremont Place Books Frye Art Museum Garage Billiards & Bowl Hellerwork Structural Integration Hotel Andra Institute of Complementary Medicine INTIMAN Theatre Ivar's and Kidd Valley Restaurants Jazz Alley Jeffrey Lee Salon Jillian's Billards Julia's Restaurants Karam's Lebanese Cuisine Kirkland Performance Center Laura Lipsky Mae's Phinney Ridge Café Maid in the Northwest Majestic Bay Theatres Morton's Steakhouse Museum Quality Framing Northwest Outdoor Center NorthwestTrek Wildlife Park Oasis Art Gallery Olympic Hot Tub Company On the Boards Phinney Ridge Animal Hospital Rudy's Barbershop San Francisco Osento Sara Johnston Sazerac Restaurant Seattle Fire Department Seattle Repertory Theatre Seven Star Women's Kung Fu Shari's Restaurants Tara Wolfe The Center for Wooden Boats The Comedy Underground The Essential Bakery The Museum of Flight The Red Balloon Company The Westin Tillicum Village & Tours Wright Chiropractic & Natural Health We are still looking for donations of all types—items, tickets, services and certificates. We are hoping to have stand-alone items as well as themed packages available for bid. All donations help us to increase income for our organization If you are interested in donating to or attending the auction please contact us at (206) 568-7777 or email Leeroy@nwnetwork.org for more information! You can also mail any donations to P.O. Box 20398 Seattle, WA 98102 Those who wish to attend the auction must send in their RSVP by April 15th, 2008. We hope to see you there! |
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| All Gender Youth Group | ||||
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ALL GENDER * Queer & Questioning * YOUTH GROUP is here to talk about: SEX, DATING & HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS Tuesdays, 6-7pm Lambert House - 1818 15th ave on Captiol Hill bus routes 10, 8, 43 & 12 will all get you there! for more information please contact Rebecca: 206.568.7777 voice 206.517.9670 tty rebecca@nwnetwork.org |
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