Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse

Chat about love with those you love!

Start those conversations! Check out these healthy relationships conversation starters from our friends at the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence: • What does it mean to “like someone”? • How would you like to be treated in a relationship? • What does respect look like? • What are deal breakers for you in a relationship? • What is working well in your relationship? • What do you wish were different in your relationship?

Did you know that ATVP offers confidential support groups? Even during COVID-19 we are working on ways to connect survivors to support one another and learn more ways to feel safe. Call our 24-hour hotline, 509-332-4357, for more information! We look forward to hearing from you!

Looking back….

This year challenged us like never before. We met that challenge head on and were able to host our popular annual summer camps. Smaller numbers, distinct activities and physical distancing made for a fun, safe and enlightening experience. Eight campers participated in activities and conversations that focused on personal growth, healthy boundaries about what healthy relationships look like, how to be a super hero though games, crafts, and sports.

OK, so those online meetings can get a little tiresome, however, not when you join us for a virtual FAMILY FUN TRIVIA NIGHT! Go to atvp.org or the ATVP facebook page and check out the details. This trivia night is geared to be fun for the whole family! We hope to “see” you for fun and to support a good cause. October 27th 7:30 pm.

Free event, donations welcome!

Alternatives to Violence of the Palouse is offering educational programming through a secure online platform. Popular topics: In Their Shoes, How to access ATVP Services, Sexual Assault Prevention, and Healthy Relationships. Presentations are tailored to your needs and always are free! We look forward to hearing from you. Scan here!

Or email home@atvp.org to discuss your needs or to schedule a presentation.

OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACTION MONTH!

Every October we take time to honor survivors of domestic violence in our community and around the country, let’s also use this October to take Action towards ending domestic violence on the Palouse! Check out the ways to get involved.

Get Involved!

Love Like This Series– Mondays in October 6 - 7 pm on a secure electronic platform. Contact Karina at advocate6@atvp.org for log in permissions.

If you are new to dating, or have dated for a while, come join us in conversation about what healthy dating looks like! Teens and their caregivers are welcome to join.

• Monday 10/5 Asking Someone Out

 For this first session, we will cover how do you even ask someone out for that first date?

Spoiler! Healthy communication is KEY.

• Monday 10/12 Texting

 Let’s talk everything texting and face timing –and healthy communication. How to use emojis in our text convos.

• Monday 10/19 Fighting Fair

 During this third session, we will chat about how relationships aren’t always rosy. There will be disagreements. How do you disagree in a respectful way? Join us as we talk about healthy conflict resolution skills.

• Monday 10/26 Breaking Up



For our last session, as our series comes to an end, we will discuss how sometimes relationships also might come to an end. We will engage in conversation on how to end a relationship in a respectful way, and cut out the drama!

SESSION 1: In Their Shoes – October 14th 6 – 7 pm. Focusing on Teen relationships. Our most popular presentation! Join us as we virtually “walk” through the steps of a teen relationship.

SESSION 2: In Her shoes – October 21st 6 – 7 pm. Focused on adult women and economic justice issues. Join us in conversation about how money intersects with violence.

Sesión 3: Caminando en Sus Zapatos – October 28th 6 – 7 pm. Join Karina and Letty with this Spanish version of In Her Shoes. Caminando en Sus Zapatos is great for native speakers, or perhaps if you are wanting to practice your Spanish skills, while “walking” in the shoes of a person experiencing domestic violence. We welcome you!

Contact Karina at advocate6@atvp.org for log in permissions on a secure electronic platform for our In Their Shoes on line series.

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Fridays in October – Friendship Friday Facebook Posts

Follow us on Facebook - Fridays in October we will be sharing relationship conversation tips to share with your children (young and 7 – 10, 11 – 14, 14-18, and lastly over 18! It’s never too early (or late!) to normalize talking about relationships. Here at ATVP, we believe violence in 100% preventable, and getting started is as simple as a conversation with those you care about in your life.

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