Maryland's State Coalition, providing leadership in education, training, and advocacy to eliminate intimate partner violence since 1980.https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3muwkwi7o2u2aSeptember is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Survivors of domestic violence may experience complex trauma that affects mental health. Compassionate communities and accessible care save lives. #SuicidePrevention #MNADV07 Sep 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3muwkwi7o2u2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3muhi4xichc2bSeptember is National Recovery Month. Recovery from trauma, substance use, and mental health challenges is possible. Supporting survivors means recognizing the full journey of healing. #RecoveryMonth #MNADV01 Sep 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3muhi4xichc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mtysnyh6mm2b⏰ NOMINATE A COMMUNITY PARTNER BEFORE AUGUST 31st!  Do you know an individual who has gone above and beyond to support survivors of intimate partner violence and the domestic violence community? Help us recognize their impact! 🔗 Submit your nomination: https://f.mtr.cool/mahtqdcaig #MNADV4526 Aug 2026 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtysnyh6mm2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mrzjnwbh2e2uAugust is National Wellness Month. Healing after violence takes time, community, and support. Wellness can include rest, connection, and access to resources that center survivor well-being. #WellnessMonth #MNADV01 Aug 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrzjnwbh2e2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mrwzc7nbyz2gMNADV's 2026 sponsorship opportunities are now available! Learn More Here: https://f.mtr.cool/usiomzwidm 🏆 45th Anniversary Celebration & Annual Awards Ceremony 📅 October 29, 2026 🌳 Deep Roots: 2026 Biennial Virtual Conference 📅 October 28–29, 2026 #MNADV4531 Jul 2026 13:03 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrwzc7nbyz2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mrs3riblbk2u✨ Meet MNADV's Capacity Building Team! ✨ 👏 Whitney Adell – Capacity Building Manager 👏 Angel Campbell – Senior Capacity Building Specialist 👏 Meredith Varsanyi– Capacity Building Specialist 👏 Victoria Reaves – Capacity Building Specialist #MNADV #CapacityBuilding29 Jul 2026 14:04 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrs3riblbk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mrdiozwyqa2u📣Registration Now Open: 5-Day Statewide Comprehensive IPV Training for New Advocates 📅 Training Dates & Format August 25th - September 3rd, 2026 Live sessions will be held from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Register Now, Become a member or purchase CEUs here: https://f.mtr.cool/smmzjsvwzi23 Jul 2026 18:45 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrdiozwyqa2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mq56lph5kr26We’re proud to recognize House of Ruth Maryland as a Silver Sponsor of MNADV’s Two 2026 signature events! One sponsorship. Two impactful events. Learn About Our Sponsorships Here: https://mnadv.kartra.com/page/CelebrationSponsorships #MNADV #DeepRootsBoldFutures08 Jul 2026 13:03 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq56lph5kr26https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mpy5k5lsqp2gJuly is Disability Pride Month. People with disabilities experience domestic violence at disproportionately high rates and often face barriers to services. Accessible, inclusive support is essential for survivor safety. #DisabilityPride #MNADV06 Jul 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpy5k5lsqp2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mpll7z23p52xJuly is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Communities of color often face systemic barriers to mental health care and survivor services. Equity in access to support is essential for healing. #MentalHealthEquity #MNADV01 Jul 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpll7z23p52xhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3modxwmofmc22🌈 Join Us for Reproductive Justice and 2SLGBTQIA+ Survivors 🌈 📅 July 14, 2026 ⏰ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 🎓 1 Category 1 CEU Available Register Here: https://www.mnadv.org/training/upcoming-trainings/15 Jun 2026 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3modxwmofmc22https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mna5acps5r2tHappy Pride Month 🌈 MNADV stands with LGBTQ+ survivors and communities working to build safe, inclusive, and affirming spaces where everyone can live free from violence. #PrideMonth #LGBTQSupport #MNADV01 Jun 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mna5acps5r2thttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mmcglwgoqa26Happy National Pet Month! 🐾 Meet Laure Ruth’s furry family: Maizey, Shadow, and CJ! From cuddles after long days to unconditional love, pets can play an important role in emotional well-being and healing. Learn more about the PETS project here: https://www.mnadv.org/pets/ #SafeTogether20 May 2026 17:29 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mmcglwgoqa26https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mkzq63djzh2qMay is also National Pet Month. For many survivors, pets are family and an important source of comfort. Concern for a pet’s safety can also be a barrier when leaving abuse. Supporting survivors means protecting the whole family. #NationalPetMonth #MNADV04 May 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkzq63djzh2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mks6rmrygv2kMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. Domestic violence can have lasting impacts on emotional and mental well-being. Trauma-informed care and supportive communities are essential for healing. #MentalHealthAwareness #MNADV01 May 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mks6rmrygv2khttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mits6ul3u322📢 Training Happening Tomorrow! Join MNADV for Reproductive Justice and Healthcare Access, a 201-level training offering 1.5 CEUs for advocates and allied professionals. 🔗 Register today: https://www.mnadv.org/training/upcoming-trainings/ #MNADV #ReproductiveJustice #HealthcareAccess06 Apr 2026 17:31 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mits6ul3u322https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mitphg4sa723📣Registration Now Open: 5-Day Statewide Comprehensive IPV Training for New Advocates This year’s training includes a combination of 5 live virtual sessions and 13 short asynchronous modules to be completed between sessions. Register Now: https://f.mtr.cool/dqorauqtuh06 Apr 2026 16:42 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mitphg4sa723https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3migqs75tuw2cApril is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual violence and domestic violence are deeply connected. This month we uplift survivor voices, support prevention efforts, and work toward communities free from violence. #SAAM #SupportSurvivors #MNADV01 Apr 2026 13:01 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3migqs75tuw2chttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mhbhfj66f72zSave the Date: Celebrating 45 Years of Advocacy, Innovation & Community Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more details, including opportunities to become a sponsor and help make this milestone celebration truly meaningful.   📅 Save the Date: October 29, 2026 #MNADV #45years #FortyFiveYears17 Mar 2026 17:05 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhbhfj66f72zhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mhbgchgzr22z🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from MNADV! 🍀 Today, we’re celebrating community, connection, and the moments of joy that bring us together. We feel lucky to work alongside advocates, partners, and survivors who are building safer, stronger communities every day. #StPatricksDay #MNADV17 Mar 2026 16:45 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhbgchgzr22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mgpqu2kihh23📣 Save the Date! MNADV’s NEW & Updated Comprehensive Training for New Advocates is coming this May! This virtual training is designed for advocates who are new to the field and will include live sessions and a small asynchronous component completed between sessions. Registration opens April 6!10 Mar 2026 16:06 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgpqu2kihh23https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mgfojxivqx2g📢 Register Today! Join MNADV for Reproductive Justice and Healthcare Access, a 201-level training offering 1.5 CEUs. This session explores healthcare access through a reproductive justice framework. 🔗 Register today: https://www.mnadv.org/training/upcoming-trainings/06 Mar 2026 15:58 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgfojxivqx2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mgdmpxp4e626🕯️ Missed Our Annual Memorial Service? You Can Still Watch. On February 23, the MNADV held our 38th Annual Memorial Service, to come together to remember and honor those whose lives were lost to IPV. ▶️ Watch the recording here: https://www.mnadv.org/annual-memorial-service/ #MNADV05 Mar 2026 20:20 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mgdmpxp4e626https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mg43wenihr26✨ Women’s History Month ✨ This Women’s History Month, MNADV honors the strength, resilience, and leadership of women—past and present—who have shaped our communities and continue to push for justice, safety, and equity. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory #SurvivorCentered #EndDV02 Mar 2026 20:31 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mg43wenihr26https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mejhcvxlqk2k🧡 Wear Orange Day | Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 🧡 Today we’re wearing orange to stand with teens and young people and to raise awareness about healthy relationships, consent, and safety. #TDVAM #WearOrangeDay #TeenDatingViolenceAwareness #HealthyRelationships #EndDatingViolence10 Feb 2026 17:09 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mejhcvxlqk2khttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3meh5nja3wc22Happening Tomorrow! In recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, MNADV presents "Teen Dating Violence: You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know training with CEUs! 🔗 Register https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yG22nFiITQKCgdZPK3k9ZQ#/registration #TeenDatingViolenceAwarenessMonth #TDVAM #MNADV09 Feb 2026 19:11 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3meh5nja3wc22https://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3me4wvjix4k2f💜 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 💜 This month, we’re shining a light on the importance of education, prevention, and early intervention to help young people build healthy, respectful relationships. #TeenDatingViolenceAwarenessMonth #TDVAM05 Feb 2026 17:43 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3me4wvjix4k2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3me4unosyms2f🎉 Help us congratulate Meredith Varsanyi! 🎉 Please join us in celebrating our incredible Technical Assistance and Training Specialist at MNADV! We are so grateful for Meredith’s commitment, expertise, and the care she brings to this work every day. #MNADV #TeamMNADV #Grateful #CommunityCare05 Feb 2026 17:03 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3me4unosyms2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mdxncdcqsc2uPlease join us in congratulating Tony Korol-Evans, our Training & Special Projects Administrator, on her work anniversary with MNADV! We are grateful for her commitment to the movement and the many ways she contributes to our mission. #anniversary #mandv03 Feb 2026 15:08 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdxncdcqsc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/mnadv.bsky.social/post/3mdvkdqhz2c2t📣 Sign up for MNADV’s Policy List-Serve to receive: ✔️ Timely legislative updates ✔️ Critical action alerts ✔️ Key policy information impacting domestic violence advocacy in Maryland Sign up here: https://mnadv.kartra.com/page/PolicySignUpPage #MNADV #AdvocacyInAction #PolicyMatters02 Feb 2026 19:10 +0000at://did:plc:w24cycudedtma6ezdduzzi5f/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdvkdqhz2c2t