Join us for our free summer educational series presented by Turning Point staff, designed to deepen community understanding and spark meaningful conversations around topics that impact us all.

• What domestic violence really is
• Power and control dynamics across different types of abuse
• Warning signs, red flags, and myths we need to unlearn
• Why people stay—and why that question is the wrong one

• How gender roles and societal expectations fuel violence
• Toxic masculinity, victim-blaming, and the pressure to stay silent
• How gender-based violence affects all genders, including men, trans, and nonbinary folks
• Reframing masculinity and femininity in ways that heal

• Unique challenges LGBTQIA+ individuals face in abusive relationships
• Barriers to seeking help (outing, discrimination, shelter access)
• The erasure of queer experiences in mainstream DV conversations
• Creating inclusive, affirming responses and resources

• The trauma-DV connection: how it impacts the brain and body
• Mental health stigma & misdiagnosis in survivors
• How trauma affects decision-making, parenting, and survival
• Pathways to healing: therapy, peer support, alternative methods

• Digital abuse: stalking, surveillance, and harassment via tech
• How abusers use phones, apps, social media, and AI tools to control
• Safety planning for the online world
• Building tech literacy and resilience