The Supporting Survivors Summit is an all-day conference for learners interested in both the basics and emerging issues related to supporting survivors of domestic violence (DV).
October 23, 2026 | Regional Learning Alliance, Cranberry, PA.Join Women’s Center & Shelter, STANDING FIRM, and our extraordinary network of community partners as we shine a light on the complex issue of domestic violence and the importance of a united response. The Supporting Survivors Summit will explore emerging issues around the topic of domestic violence, ignite discussions, and help to shape a future of empowerment and support.
Through three areas of focus:
Domestic Violence and the Legal System,
Domestic Violence and the Community Response
Domestic Violence and Youth
participants will engage with expert WC&S staff and highly regarded professionals, including attorneys, nonprofit leaders, and researchers.
Children Living with DV: Understanding Trauma, Behavior, and Healing
Doula Care to Support Perinatal IPV Survivors
Strengthening the Front Lines: Collaborative Models Between DV Centers, Courts, and Law Enforcement to Safeguard Officers, Victims, and the Community
The Manosphere: The Cause, the Impact, the Fix
Violence Intervention Prevention: Navigating Firearm Safety and Weapons Relinquishment Orders
A sampling of sessions includes:
With continuing education credits anticipated for legal professionals and social workers, the Supporting Survivors Summit will convene human service and legal professionals, as well as students, corporate partners, and community members committed to learning more about these vital issues.
