DOMINANT AGGRESSOR DETERMINATIONS
On March 27, the Shawnee Tribe & Native Alliance Against Violence co-sponsored a Domestic Violence Training event titled Dominant Aggressor Determinations. The training event was held in the Shawnee Tribe’s Community Building and had over 30 attendees, mainly law enforcement officers and DV victim advocates.
“The event was successful, and we received a lot of positive feedback,” said Tauna Warner, Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program Manager.
Presentations from Dakota Wilson (Certified Domestic & Sexual Violence Professional) and Chris McKosato (Victim Services Unit, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma) delved into current Oklahoma legislation updates, trauma-informed interviewing, officer safety and statistics, intimate partner violence, local DV resources, and more. Scenario exercises helped explore specific law statutes pertaining to stalking and strangulation. Trainees in attendance earned eight continuing education credit hours through the Council on Law Enforcement Education & Training (CLEET), including two hours of mental health training.
Social and emotional well-being is the ability to understand and manage emotions, build relationships, and make responsible decisions. It’s an important part of developing healthy identities and achieving goals. Tips to improve social and emotional well-being: This message brought to you by the Shawnee Tribe Behavioral Health Department.
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This Lunch & Learn Meeting series aims to create a supportive and engaging Zoom community that allows survivors of domestic violence and intimate partner violence to learn about mental health, psychology, and personal growth through psychoeducation. No cost to join, and no registration necessary. Join us on Zoom with this link, noon to 1:00 PM […]
Check out recycling “Top 10 In The Bin” from the tribe’s Environmental Resources Department! What Can I Recycle? TOP 10 IN THE BIN Here is a list of the top 10 most recyclable items. 1. Cardboard 2. Paper 3. Food Boxes 4. Mail 5. Beverage Cans 6. Food Cans 7. Glass Bottles 8. Jars (Glass […]
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Shawnee language learners of all ages and abilities are invited to join the Shawnee Language Immersion Program for the 2025 Language Fair, Dinner and Stomp Dance on Saturday, July 26, at the Emma “Mock” Donaldson saawanwaatoweewika east of Miami, OK. Citizens of all three Shawnee nations are eligible to participate. Submissions will not be judged […]