Domestic Violence 101
Learn the basics about the dynamics of domestic violence, how to recognize the signs of domestic violence, and about the essential services CASA provides to survivors in our community.
Being a Better Bystander
Learn how to use the 5 D’s of bystander intervention and how to intervene safely if you see a potentially violent situation happening. This training is trauma informed and with a social change lens.
Pets and Domestic Violence
Pets are a central part of our families. The same goes for survivors. This training is a deep dive into the way abusers will use pets as a means of power and control over survivors.
Children and Domestic Violence
15.5 million children are affected by domestic violence every year. For those who have or work with children, it is important to understand the dynamics of domestic violence with children present in the home and how to recognize the signs of when domestic violence is happening to a child. This training will teach you that and more!
Preventing Compassion Fatigue and Fostering Empathy
People in the human services field often suffer from compassion fatigue due to the secondary trauma they face daily. How do we work through that compassion fatigue to ensure we are still providing quality care to those around us? Request this training to learn more about just that.
Intervention for Healthcare Professionals
Learn how to screen for domestic violence as a healthcare professional through this training! Often, healthcare professionals may be the first and only touchpoints someone experiencing domestic violence has if they do not feel comfortable or safe disclosing that information to others. The signs of domestic violence are not always physical, though, so it is important to know how to recognize other signs and provide resources.
Healthy Relationships 101
This training is for anyone, young or old, who wants to learn more about fostering healthy relationships (both romantic and non-romantic). Learn about how to set boundaries, independence and individuality in relationships, balance, and more!
To request any of our trainings or propose an idea for a specialized training, please email smcdaniel@casapinellas.org or fill out the form below!
Meet Sofia, our Community Engagement Manager! Sofia is originally from the DC area. She has her BA in Biology from George Mason University, her JD from Ohio Northern University, and is currently finishing her MPH at George Washington University. Sofia is passionate about spreading awareness and educating the community on Domestic Violence. In her free time, Sofia enjoys writing poetry and playing the cello.
