HOPI-TEWA WOMENS COALITION TO END ABUSE

The organization educates Hopi tribal leadership on domestic violence and sexual assault issues and policies affecting Native women. They also collaborate with local health care agencies to develop victim-centered forensic examination and medical services for sexual assault victims and provide helpline numbers for those in need of help.

Provides education and training to community agencies and tribal leadership on sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, sex trafficking, and dating violence issues, resources, and policies affecting Native women's safety. Also conducts trainings for the public on these topics.

Conducts public education and cultural programs, along with community outreach, to address violence against Native women, promoting awareness and prevention.

Equips members with leadership skills for social change and educates Hopi tribal leadership on domestic and sexual violence issues, as well as relevant tribal, state, and federal policies.

The organization provides training and technical assistance to address violence against Native Women, including training members on maintaining healthy relationships based on core values and equipping them with tools and leadership skills to foster social change. They also provide training and technical assistance to community agencies on sexual assault and domestic violence issues and resources.

Conducts public education initiatives and awareness activities to increase understanding of violence against women, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and teen dating violence, through brochures, infographics, social media graphics, and newsletters, with a specific focus on the Hopi community.

The organization conducts public education programs, cultural programs, and outreach to address violence against Native Women. This includes providing fact sheets, infographics, and social media graphics, as well as expanding public awareness and sensitivity on sexual assault and domestic violence issues.

Provides technical assistance, policy development, and advocacy support to tribal and non-tribal government programs and agencies, including supporting the development of the Hopi Victim Services Program and community coordinated response teams, and offering guidance on Special Domestic Violence Criminal Jurisdiction.

Provides training and technical assistance to community agencies and members on addressing violence against Native women, including healthy relationships, victim response, and perpetrator accountability.

Hosts an annual Women’s Wellness Retreat for Hopi and Tewa women to build awareness, prevent violence, and promote healthy communities through cultural knowledge.

Conducts roundtable discussions with Hopi/Tewa men to engage male allies, delivers presentations on healthy relationships to junior high and high school youth, and conducts ongoing Project KYAPTSI presentations to raise awareness of healthy relationships and prevent violence against Native women and girls through Hopi and Tewa cultural values.

Provides helpline phone numbers to connect individuals in need with support services for abuse and violence.

Provides safety and support services for domestic violence and sexual assault victims/survivors using a victim-centered approach.

Collaborates with local health care agencies to develop forensic examination and medical services for sexual assault victims that are victim-centered and culturally appropriate.

Facilitates volunteer opportunities for members to participate in community activities related to ending abuse.

Hosts the Hopi Dementia Symposium to provide education, awareness, and resources on dementia and Alzheimer's disease for tribal elders, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community members.

Provides fact sheets, infographics, and social media graphics related to abuse, along with links to partner websites to support public awareness and access to resources.

Engages in leadership development programs for Hopi and Tewa women to advance social change and systemic reform, and organizes Tribal Leadership Summits to build tribal leadership capacity in policy-making and intergovernmental relationships.

Provides members with access to resources, training, education, and engagement opportunities, including volunteer opportunities, monthly meetings, and book group discussions to expand awareness of issues impacting tribal communities.