UPCOMING MAP TRAININGS

Our specialized training sessions are designed to help healthcare and community professionals confidently recognize the signs of domestic violence and respond using trauma-informed best practices.

  • SCREENING FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

    Learn how to ask the right questions in a safe, informed way to uncover abuse.

    SEPT 29 | 9:00-10:00 AM

    OCT 27 | 9:00-10:00 AM

    VIRTUAL TRAINING

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  • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & MENTAL HEALTH

    Recognize how trauma from abuse can mirror or mask mental health disorders and learn effective ways to respond.

    OCT 6 | 9:00-10:00 AM

    VIRTUAL TRAINING

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  • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & BRAIN INJURY

    Understand how head trauma and strangulation are linked to long-term cognitive and health impacts.

    OCT 20 | 9:00-10:00 AM

    VIRTUAL TRAINING

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  • DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SUBSTANCE ABUSE

    Explore the complex relationship between domestic violence and substance abuse, including barriers survivors face in accessing treatment and recovery.

    COMING SOON

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  • PURPLEONE TRAINING

    Learn how to Recognize, Respond, and Refer victims to critical services.

    IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL AVAILABLE

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EARLY RECOGNITION SAVES LIVES.

Training empowers you to recognize signs, respond with confidence, and connect survivors to life-changing resources.

1 IN 3 WOMEN AND 1 IN 5 MEN

experience physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime.

WOMEN AGED
15-44

domestic violence is the leading cause of injury.

1 IN 4 CHILDREN

are exposed to intimate partner violence in their lifetime.

OVER 75%

of victims visit a health care provider while experiencing abuse—often multiple times.
They are looking for help.

CONNECT THE DOTS

Healthcare professionals are often the first people to recognize the signs of domestic violence.

A simple conversation, informed screening, and the right referral can change—and even save—a life.

The Safe Journey Medical Advocacy Training Series equips physicians, nurses, EMS personnel, counselors, social workers, dentists, pharmacists, medical assistants, students, and other professionals with the knowledge and practical tools to identify domestic violence, respond with confidence, and connect survivors with life-saving resources.

Together, we can connect healthcare and hope for survivors of domestic violence.

Learn how to:

✔ Identify warning signs of domestic violence
✔ Conduct safe, trauma-informed screenings
✔ Understand barriers survivors face—especially in rural communities
✔ Recognize connections between domestic violence and:

○ Physical injuries
○ Chronic illness
○ Mental health

○ Brain injury
○ Substance use

✔ Respond with confidence and compassion

✔ Connect survivors to local resources and safety planning

Together, we can save lives.

Recognize. Respond. Connect.

When healthcare professionals understand the signs of domestic violence, survivors are more likely to receive the help they need.

YOU can make the difference.

  • This training is valuable for:

    • Physicians

    • Nurses

    • Nurse Practitioners

    • Physician Assistants

    • Medical Assistants

    • EMS Professionals

    • Pharmacists

    • Dentists

    • Behavioral Health Professionals

    • Social Workers

    • Counselors

    • Students

    • Community Advocates

    • Anyone who wants to better recognize and respond to domestic violence

    Everyone is welcome.

  • Our mission is simple:

    Help more survivors find safety by equipping professionals with the knowledge and confidence to recognize abuse and respond effectively.

    Safe Journey provides free, confidential services for anyone experiencing domestic violence or teen dating violence.

    Services include:

    • 24-hour hotline

    • Emergency shelter

    • Safety planning

    • Individual and family counseling

    • Protection From Abuse (PFA) assistance

    • Support groups

    • Transportation assistance

    • Children's services

    • Financial empowerment

    • Community education and prevention programming

  • Safe Journey also offers customized educational programs for healthcare organizations and community partners, including:

    • Lunch & Learn presentations

    • Meet & Greet sessions

    • Medical practice trainings

    • Hospital and healthcare system education

    • Community organization presentations

    • PurpleOne community trainings

    Whether you need a one-hour presentation or comprehensive staff training, we'll work with your organization to meet your goals.

Ready to Bring This Training to Your Organization?

Whether you're a hospital, physician practice, behavioral health provider, EMS agency, college, or community organization, Safe Journey can provide training tailored to your team.

Training is available throughout the region.

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