Survivors of domestic or sexual violence often face challenges with stress, anger, and mood swings. These overwhelming emotions can make it difficult to navigate daily life after experiencing such traumatic events. However, by learning to regulate these strong feelings and control impulsive reactions, survivors can improve their mental well-being, foster healthier relationships, and regain control over their lives.

Join us for this informative webinar as we introduce practical tools and techniques for emotional regulation. These strategies can help you manage emotions, improve relationships, and boost your mental health.

If you’re ready to take charge of your emotional well-being and feel more positive about yourself, this webinar is for you!

WHEN
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
6:00 - 7:30 pm

REGISTRATION
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Facilitators
Federico Carmona, Trauma Therapist

For more information, please contact federico@peaceoverviolence.org
ASL interpretation will be available.

POV: Dia de los Muertos

Annual community celebration | Celebración anual de la comunidad

November 4th | 4 de noviembre

10:00AM — 1:00pm

Join us for Dia De Los Muertos activities, Community Resource Fair and resources for the family | Únase para actividades, feria de recursos comunitarios para la familia

325 N Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA 90004

Uncover the significance and purpose of Dia De Los Muertos, a celebration that honors and remembers the lives of those we've lost. | Descubre la importancia y el propósito del Día de los Muertos, una celebración que honra y recuerda a las vidas de aquellos que ya no están con nosotros.

Resource fair open at 10 am, program starting at 10:30 pm | La feria de recursos abrirá a las 10 de la mañana, y el programa comenzará a las 10:30 de la mañana.

Program Agenda | Agenda del Programa: 

10:30 AM | Land Acknowledgement | Reconocimiento de la Tierra 

A moment to recognize and respect the land we stand on, acknowledging its history and significance. | Un momento para reconocer y respetar la tierra en la que estamos parados, entendiendo su historia y su importancia.

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10:45 AM | Welcome and Introduction to POV Services | Bienvenida e Introducción a los Servicios de Peace Over Violence 

We extend a warm welcome and introduce you to the invaluable services provided by Peace Over Violence.

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11:00 AM | Day Of the Dead - Meaning and Purpose  | Día de los Muertos - Significado y Propósito 

Dive deep into the beautiful traditions and meaning behind Dia De Los Muertos. Explore its significance and why it's cherished by so many. | Sumérgete en las hermosas tradiciones y el significado detrás del Día de los Muertos. Explora por qué es tan importante y querido por tantas personas.

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11:30 AM | Entertainment | Entretenimiento

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12:00 PM | Honoring and Remembrance to Lives Lost | Homenaje y Recuerdo a las Vidas Perdidas 

Join us as we pay heartfelt tributes and honor the lives of those who are no longer with us. | Únete a nosotros mientras rendimos homenaje de corazón y honramos a las vidas de aquellos que ya no están con nosotros.

RSVP by October 27 | RSVP antes del 27 de octubre

Street parking, we encourage ridesharing and public transportation | Estacionamiento en la calle, recomendamos compartir viajes y transporte publico

Public Self Defense Empowerment Training for Women and Girls 16+

Saturday, April 15

Peace Over Violence is offering a free self defense class open to to all women and girls 16+. This trauma-informed class will include learning how to set boundaries, preventative measures, and easy to learn self defense techniques.

WHEN
Saturday, April 15
English Class | 10:00am - 12:00pm

WHERE
POV Metro Headquarters
1541 Wilshire Blvd., 3rd Fl, Los Angeles, CA 90017

For more information, contact ria@peaceoverviolence.org

This class is open to individuals 16+ years of age. POV follows all CDC safety measures; proof of vaccination and masks are required for participation.

RSVP

Questions, please email: ria@peaceoverviolence.org

This is a trauma informed course.

Women’s Empowerment Self Defense

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9

Peace Over Violence is offering a free self defense class open to to all women and girls 18+. This trauma-informed class will include learning how to set boundaries, preventative measures, and easy to learn self defense techniques.

WHEN
Friday, December 9
Spanish Class | 10am to 12pm
English Class | 1pm to 3pm

WHERE
POV Metro Headquarters
1541 Wilshire Blvd., 3rd Fl, Los Angeles, CA 90017

For more information, contact ria@peaceoverviolence.org

This class is open to individuals 18+ years of age. POV follows all CDC safety measures; proof of vaccination and masks are required for participation.

Empoderamiento de Mujeres Defensa Personal

Viernes, 9 DE DECIEMBRE

Paz Sobre Violencia ofrece una clase gratuita de defensa personal abierta a todas las mujeres y niñas mayores de 18 años. Esta clase, informada por el trauma, incluirá cómo fijar límites, las medidas preventivas y técnicas de defensa personal que son fáciles de aprender.

CUÁNDO
El viernes, 9 de Deciembre
Clase en español | 10am a 12pm
Clase en inglés | 1pm to 3pm

DÓNDE
Oficina central de POV en Metro
1541 Wilshire Blvd., 3rd Fl, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Para más información, contacte ria@peaceoverviolence.org 
La clase está abierta a individuos mayores de 16 años. POV sigue toda medida de seguridad del CDC; se requiere prueba de vacunación y mascarillas para poder participar.

RSVP

Questions, please email: ria@peaceoverviolence.org

This is a trauma informed course.

POV: Dia de los Muertos

Annual community celebration

October 28th

5:00 — 7:30pm

Join us for activities, light snacks and refreshments

Peace Over Violence Metro HQ
1541 Wilshire Blvd. 3rd fl
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Parking is up to $14 on site, we encourage ridesharing
and public transportation

Peace Over Violence invites you to
GEAR UP & SHOW UP: Wear your jeans!

Denim Day Rally

Wednesday, April 27th
10:30am — 12:00pm

Support Survivors and Prevent Sexual Violence

LA City Hall South Lawn
200 N Spring St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Speakers • Resources • Activities • Merch • Giveaways • Coffee • Pastries

It often seems like talk of stress is everywhere. But what exactly is it and how can it affect our mental and physical health? And—importantly—what are some strategies that we can use to deal with stress?

In this webinar, Dr. Jennifer Sumner, a clinical psychologist and Assistant Professor at UCLA, will address all these topics and answer your questions related to stress and health. Attendees will learn how to define stress as well as trauma, recognize ways in which these experiences can impact our mind and body, and cultivate techniques for managing stress.

WHEN

Friday, April 1, 2022 at 6pm PST

Register

On Zoom: bit.ly/pov-weight

CONTACT

Please submit any questions to: wendy@peaceoverviolence.org

Taller virtual gratuito para padres y familia. Febrero es el mes que trae conciencia a la violencia en las parejas adolescentes. Hablaremos sobre la violencia entre parejas adolescentes, como apoyar a un joven, y otros temas.

Quien  

Rene Martinez, Cordinador De Padres
y experto en la prevención de violencia
de parejas adolescentes  

Cuándo

Viernes 18 de febrero de 11pm -12:30pm

Donde

Virtualmente en vivo por Zoom

Registrarse

Registrese en avance en el link debajo. Recibira la confirmacion en correo electronico con la informacion de el taller.

¡Comuníquese con karen@peaceoverviolence.org si tiene preguntas!

Free DACA application workshop where our staff and volunteers help verify eligibility for DACA, complete and file DACA renewal applications.

Taller gratuito de DACA donde nuestro personal y voluntarios ayudan a verificar la elegibilidad para DACA, completar y presentar formularios de renovación de DACA.

Register through the Zoom form below or contact Samantha at samantha@peaceoverviolence.org or 626.584.6191. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Regístrese a través del formulario Zoom a continuación o comuníquese con Samantha, samantha@peaceoverviolence.org o 626.584.6191. Después de registrarse, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información sobre cómo unirse al taller.

Free citizenship application workshops where our staff and volunteers help verify eligibility for citizenship, complete and file citizenship applications, and prepare fee waiver requests if clients cannot afford the filing fee. 

Talleres gratuitos donde nuestro personal y voluntarios ayudan a verificar la elegibilidad para la ciudadanía, completar y presentar formularios de ciudadanía y preparar solicitudes de exención de tarifas si los clientes no pueden pagar la tarifa de presentación. 

Register through the Zoom form below or contact Samantha at samantha@peaceoverviolence.org or 626.584.6191. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Regístrese a través del formulario Zoom a continuación o comuníquese con Samantha, samantha@peaceoverviolence.org o 626.584.6191. Después de registrarse, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información sobre cómo unirse al taller.

Receive a free consultation to determine if you are eligible for any immigration relief and legal representation. RSVP preferred, but not required. Please arrive on time and make sure to bring all documents related to your immigration case and criminal record, if applicable.

Join us on Zoom  •  Meeting ID: 834 1284 6297  •  Passcode: 341365

Topic: Here to Stay Immigration Screening Clinic
Time: Sep 17, 2021 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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The Legal Advocacy Project is hosting a free family law clinic about Domestic Violence Restraining Orders.

What can we do for you?

• Provide links to forms and answer your questions

• Provide legal information about restraining orders

• Explain the court process

This clinic is limited to information on domestic violence restraining orders. Representation is not guaranteed. Spaces are limited - please RSVP by June 16, 2021.

For more information, contact Jocelyn at 213-955-9090 x 1193 or jocelyn@peaceoverviolence.org.

Register today!

The Legal Advocacy Project is hosting a free virtual workshop about the California Victim Compensation Program.

This reimbursement program is designed to assist victims in paying bills and expenses that result from certain violent crimes, including domestic violence. The workshop will review eligibility requirements and provide support from the Legal Advocacy team to fill out applications and answer questions.

This workshop is free and open to the public. All are welcome.

Spanish translation available upon request. Please contact lapinfo@peaceoverviolence.org for more information.

Register today.

The Legal Advocacy Project is hosting a free clinic for community members who would like to apply for their initial DACA application or apply for a DACA renewal.

To find out if you are eligible, contact us at lapinfo@peaceoverviolence.org or 626-584-6191 ext. 1193

Services are provided in both English and Spanish.

Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 9th 2021

Register today!

Thursday 5/27 1-2pm PST
By Carmela Capinpin, POV Trauma Therapist

This webinar aims to provide context and add nuance to the histories and contemporary lived experiences of Asian American communities. We will explore topics related to intergenerational and community violence, and their connection to mental wellness and challenges.

This event will be held live via zoom with a Q&A session following the presentation. It will also be recorded for access after airing. Registrations are required and free.

Guest Patti Giggans and host Elaine Miller-Karas, LCSW, share their insights on this episode of “Resiliency Within: Building Resiliency in Unprecedented Times.”

From civil rights, to violence against women, to disability and LGBTQ rights, to the current Black Lives Matter and MeToo, movements shape what is important and impact policy and culture. Patti Giggans is the Executive Director/CEO at Peace over Violence and has been an advocate, author and movement leader. Peace Over Violence came into existence out of the feminist violence against women movement in the late sixties/early seventies. This year POV celebrates its 50th year. POV operates the longest running sexual and domestic violence hotline in the country and are the originators of Denim Day–a sexual violence prevention campaign now in its 22nd year.

Introducing a 4-week Teen Empowerment Dance Class

Come build awareness for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month while practicing self-care.

Teen Dance Empowerment Program
Dance, relax, meditate, and connect with your self and community! Critical Mass Dance Company's Teen Dance Empowerment Program serves youth, ages 16-25 years old. This program utilizes our trauma-informed healing movement practice called Dance From the Heart to build self-confidence, reduce stress, and anxiety. Teens who have participated in our empowerment programs walk out of our virtual classes blissed out, deeply relaxed, and with a newfound love for self. No dance or meditation experience is necessary!

Week 4: self-empowerment
February 25, 2021 from 4pm-5:30pm

Meet Patille Violeta of the Teaching Artist/Teen Empowerment Program

Patille discovered the healing power of dance when she joined Critical Mass Dance Company in 2016. She is one of CMDC's Teaching Artists and the Teen Empowerment Program Facilitator. Patille has been teaching Dance From the Heart classes to youth and women at CMDC since 2017. Through CMDC's Teen Empowerment Program, she has taught Dance From the Heart classes at nonprofits and schools across Los Angeles, including MOSTe Girls, South Central Sisters, Peace Over Violence, Kid City Hope Place, A Place Called Home, Abode Communities, Alexandria House and more. She is passionate about creating brave and safe spaces for youth to ground, explore their identity, and discover their passions. Patille brings ten years of Youth Wellness Advocacy to her work. She is a trauma-informed Yoga teacher, Reiki Master Practitioner,  Meditation Teacher, and Painter.  Patille's mission is to support the community with tools that promote wellbeing, emotional resilience, inner peace, and positive self-esteem. 

Introducing a 4-week Teen Empowerment Dance Class

Come build awareness for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month while practicing self-care.

Teen Dance Empowerment Program
Dance, relax, meditate, and connect with your self and community! Critical Mass Dance Company's Teen Dance Empowerment Program serves youth, ages 16-25 years old. This program utilizes our trauma-informed healing movement practice called Dance From the Heart to build self-confidence, reduce stress, and anxiety. Teens who have participated in our empowerment programs walk out of our virtual classes blissed out, deeply relaxed, and with a newfound love for self. No dance or meditation experience is necessary!

Week 3: Self-relaxation
February 18, 2021 from 4pm-5:30pm

Week 4: self-empowerment
February 25, 2021 from 4pm-5:30pm

Meet Patille Violeta of the Teaching Artist/Teen Empowerment Program

Patille discovered the healing power of dance when she joined Critical Mass Dance Company in 2016. She is one of CMDC's Teaching Artists and the Teen Empowerment Program Facilitator. Patille has been teaching Dance From the Heart classes to youth and women at CMDC since 2017. Through CMDC's Teen Empowerment Program, she has taught Dance From the Heart classes at nonprofits and schools across Los Angeles, including MOSTe Girls, South Central Sisters, Peace Over Violence, Kid City Hope Place, A Place Called Home, Abode Communities, Alexandria House and more. She is passionate about creating brave and safe spaces for youth to ground, explore their identity, and discover their passions. Patille brings ten years of Youth Wellness Advocacy to her work. She is a trauma-informed Yoga teacher, Reiki Master Practitioner,  Meditation Teacher, and Painter.  Patille's mission is to support the community with tools that promote wellbeing, emotional resilience, inner peace, and positive self-esteem.