Strengthening Emergency Preparedness by Addressing IPV/HT/E
This webinar will be presented in English with Spanish interpretation. The webinar will be recorded, shared with participants and archived online.
Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Time: 8 a.m. HST/ 11 a.m. PST/ 12 p.m. MST/ 1 p.m. CST/ 2 p.m. EST (60 minutes)
Description:
As the frequency of wildfires, hurricanes, floods, heatwaves, droughts, and various other natural disasters continues to rise across the U.S. and its territories, both healthcare and domestic and sexual violence (DSV) programs can expect their operations, workforce, and clients to be increasingly impacted. Amidst these challenges, it is crucial to recognize the heightened risk of intimate partner violence (IPV) and human trafficking (HT)/exploitation (E) in areas affected by such disasters.
Join The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence and Health Partners on IPV + Exploitation for a webinar to learn about the unique health and safety needs of survivors of IPV/HT/E during public health emergencies and natural disasters. The session will cover Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) aligned strategies, prevention-focused tools, protocols, and organizational policy recommendations to help health centers and DSV programs respond effectively during crises.
Learning Objectives:
As a result of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Define specific needs and challenges faced by survivors of IPV/HT/E during emergencies and natural disasters.
- Describe how universal education and community partnerships between healthcare and DSV programs can support survivors during disasters and public health emergencies.
- Identify alignment of Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) emergency preparedness plan guidance with IPV/HT/E.
- List at least three IPV/HT/E tools to integrate into emergency preparedness plans.
Speakers:
- Anna Marjavi, Director, Health Partners on IPV+E, Futures Without Violence
- Erica Monasterio, MN, FNP-BC, Consultant, Health Partners on IPV + E, Futures Without Violence
- Megha Rimal, MSW, Program Specialist, Health, Futures Without Violence
