2024 DV Awareness Month - Raider Tactical and Use of Force

Description

Join us in OCTOBER for our series to raise awareness of domestic violence.

Our speakers will share on topics such as, what DV looks like, who it impacts, resources to prevent and heal, and education for change.

Speakers:

October 1 - Tina Harris - Renton Police Department: Victim Services/Peer
Domestic Violence in Our Community from a System Based Advocate
Discussion on the power & control of abusive relationships, the barriers to services and the social misconceptions of “why don’t they just leave”. Also exploring challenges in the legal system: making a report, getting a protection order, or filing for a parenting plan.   https://chamber.gorenton.com/events/details/2024-dv-awareness-month-education-series-23368

October 8: Chelle Hunsinger de Enciso - King County Prosecutor's Office: 
Protection Orders: Myths, Facts and the Filing Process
Protection Orders are valuable tools, but unfortunately there are many misconceptions about how to obtain them, what they can do, and what their limitations are. In this presentation, we will examine common myths, explain the filing process, and see how recent changes in law have increased survivors’ options.  https://chamber.gorenton.com/events/details/2024-dv-awareness-month-education-series-10-08-2024-23369

October 15: Daniel Won - The Real Time Dynamics
Firearm Safety: The Greatest Equalizer
With crime on the rise, more law-abiding citizens are learning to protect themselves and their loved ones. You don't have to be a helpless victim. Come learn firearm safety in a fun and engaging class at the Renton Chamber of Commerce. Sign up today!  https://chamber.gorenton.com/events/details/2024-dv-awareness-month-education-series-10-15-2024-23370

October 22: Julia Valencia - Raider Tactical
Mindset and Awareness, Safety Planning & Tactics, Use of Force
Julia has been involved in training for more than two decades. As an active leader in a local Law Enforcement Agency, she will bring her expertise, education and experience to give you to the tools to prepare and plan your own safety program. Dress comfortably, as there will be activities to participate in self-defense tactics.

October 29: Mick Jolly, Risk Solutions Unlimited
Recognizing you are in a potentially DV relationship
Learn about resources and services to help you recognize the red flags. It will involve vetted resources for men and women going through it, as well as topics to avoid as to prevent yourself from getting caught in the invisible prison that DV can put you in.  https://chamber.gorenton.com/events/details/2024-dv-awareness-month-education-series-10-29-2024-23372