Raising awareness of dating violence and encouraging healthy relationships for Native youth. A project of the National Indigenous Women's Resource Center.
Joined February 2015
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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. Join the @niwrc for a webinar on February 24 for a Call to Action: Responsive Advocacy for 2SLGBTQ Native Youth Experiencing Dating Violence. Learn more: buff.ly/3aHRYaP #TDVAM
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Thank you, relatives! #NativeLoveIs
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A10: We have developed a Teen Dating Violence Fact Sheet to help guide parents in what to look for and how to have the conversation with their youth that we hope to release by the end of this month! Stay tuned! #NativeLoveIs
Q10: Free time! Please take a moment to post any #teendatingviolence or #healthyrelationship resources, tools, or tips you want to share for youth & families in our communities. When we work together, our work is stronger & our communities thrive! #NativeLoveIs
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A9: By building awareness about violence, we create innovative/strategic approaches that work towards social change, mobilize community-driven solutions & ensure our youth’s voice is at the table. Learn more of the initiatives we do to lift voices of youth bit.ly/3piDLVHbit
NativeLove retweeted
Q10: Free time! Please take a moment to post any #teendatingviolence or #healthyrelationship resources, tools, or tips you want to share for youth & families in our communities. When we work together, our work is stronger & our communities thrive! #NativeLoveIs
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A9: By building awareness about violence, we create innovative/strategic approaches that work towards social change, mobilize community-driven solutions & ensure our youth’s voice is at the table. Learn more of the initiatives we do to lift voices of youth bit.ly/3piDLVHbit
Q9: On 2/24, NIWRC will host a webinar panel to lift 2SLGBTQ+ youth leader voices as they teach adults how to respectfully advocate for youth/teens facing dating violence (Register: bit.ly/3p4eY7A) How are you lifting the voices of youth & teens for #TDVAM? #NativeLoveIs
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A8: According to the 2017 Youth Risk Behavior Survey 7.3% of Alaska Traditional Students had dated in the past 12 months & were hurt by their partner compared to 8.0% nationally. The rate for Alaska Alternative Students was much higher @ 17.1% (2/2) #NativeLoveIs #DataSovereignty
A8: Did you know that 81% of parents believe TDV isn't an issue or admit not knowing if it is & 82% feel confident they could recognize the signs, however, 58% couldn't correctly identify all the warning signs. (1/2) #NativeLoveIs #DataSovereignty
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A8: Did you know that 81% of parents believe TDV isn't an issue or admit not knowing if it is & 82% feel confident they could recognize the signs, however, 58% couldn't correctly identify all the warning signs. (1/2) #NativeLoveIs #DataSovereignty
Q8: Lack of reliable data on #TeenDV is something that Alaska tribes & villages struggle with, as do tribes in the Lower 48. What data do you use to help paint the picture of teen dating violence for your tribe, state or region? What gaps exist? #NativeLoveIs #DataSovereignty
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A7: Honor & validate them for who they are. Respect their pronouns. Most importantly, listen to their stories & experiences.
Q7: We know that Native #2SLGTBQ+ youth face a higher risk of dating violence. What steps can we take to center 2SLGTBQ+ youth and promote discussions with them about healthy relationships? #NativeLoveIs
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A7: The same as in A5 you want to create a safe space for discussion & start teaching about what healthy relationships look like early. Be sure to also cover the additional risks that these youth may face in their relationships. Always be open and non-judgmental. #NativeLoveIs
Q7: We know that Native #2SLGTBQ+ youth face a higher risk of dating violence. What steps can we take to center 2SLGTBQ+ youth and promote discussions with them about healthy relationships? #NativeLoveIs
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Validation is key! Thank you for the reminder! 🧡 #NativeLoveIs
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A6: These conversations may be tough, but this is about holding a safe space & opening a dialog so that your youth knows they have your support/attention & you want them to make the best decisions for themselves. #NativeLoveIs
Q6: Conversations about #sexualcoercion can be uncomfortable, but for teens, there is growing pressure to send nude pics when dating. What are some ways parents can start or engage teens in convos about body sovereignty, consent & sexual coercion? #NativeLoveIs
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A5: Make time to talk about everything & anything from an early age to build a safe space. Start healthy relationship talks before they start dating. Be open and non-judgmental. Remember they're learning from us what healthy and safe relationships look like. #NativeLoveIs
Q5: When talking with youth & teens about relationships & #datingviolence, it is key to center and listen to their needs. How can parents create a safe space for these conversations? What are some suggestions for starting these convos in a safe, non-judgmental way? #NativeLoveIs
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A4: Futures Without Violence has resources for parents futureswithoutviolence.org/t…
And if you need to speak to an advocate and don’t have one available in your community our friends @strongheartsdv are available to speak to! #NativeLoveIs
Q4: Relationships are challenging at any age, especially for youth and teens exploring romantic relationships for the first time. What #TeenDV resources are available to support parents, advocates, and teachers in starting conversations with youth & teens? #NativeLoveIs
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A3: A healthy relationship is one where partners trust & respect each other, are equal, open, honest, feel safe to share thoughts & ideas, and feel safe to say “NO” for anything. Love should always feel safe and unconditional #NativeLoveIs #WeAreAllRelated
Q3: #TDVAM also creates opportunities to talk w/ youth & teens about healthy relationships. As #Native people, our relationships represent our sacred connections with each other. What does a healthy relationship look like? How should love feel? #NativeLoveIs #WeAreAllRelated
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Q4: Relationships are challenging at any age, especially for youth and teens exploring romantic relationships for the first time. What #TeenDV resources are available to support parents, advocates, and teachers in starting conversations with youth & teens? #NativeLoveIs
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Yes! #NativeLoveIs
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A3: A healthy relationship is caring about you & your partner’s boundaries through respect, compassion, & fairness to grow into a safe & comfortable relationship. Love should make you feel valued & respected. #NativeLoveIs #WeAreAllRelated
Q3: #TDVAM also creates opportunities to talk w/ youth & teens about healthy relationships. As #Native people, our relationships represent our sacred connections with each other. What does a healthy relationship look like? How should love feel? #NativeLoveIs #WeAreAllRelated
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A2: A few signs are: gaslighting, checking your phone & social media accounts without your permission. Putting you down, isolating you from friends/family, pressuring you or forcing you to have sex. #NativeLoveIs #ViolenceIsNotTraditional
Q2: Romantic relationships should be grounded in kindness and respect, not based on power and control masked as love. What are some signs of an abusive relationship that our young relatives should be aware of? #NativeLoveIs #ViolenceIsNotTraditional