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Pride On Deck is a new event to kick off Pride Season in Montana! In observance of Pride, DSVS is hosting an open house for all who wish to know more about our services. Come learn about how we serve all who face interpersonal violence and sexual assault while uplifting our LGTBQIA+ community. Montana Pride will be on hand with merch, and we will have information about all of the upcoming Pride festivities in Montana. Light refreshments, knowledge, laughter, and above all solidarity are on deck!  

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Learn to Make Salves, Herbal Oils, and Tinctures! In this class, Stephanie Naftal from Bitterroot Botanicals will teach you how to make your own herbal oils, salves, and tinctures. Learn how to keep your salves simple or more complex and how easy it is to vary them for different uses. These three creations can help you stay healthy or bring better health to you and your family. The sky really is the limit with oils, salves, and tinctures. All supplies will be provided and Stephanie will explain the process step by step. You will be able to take at least one product home with you, maybe more if time allows! Let’s have an herbalist on every corner! Healing Together is a monthly opportunity to create space for survivors of sexual assault through activity-centered meetups. It is not a support group or meant to replace traditional therapy, just a low barrier FREE time to be surrounded by other survivors. You do not have to self-disclose anything about you experiences to participate. Our next event will be held on July 13th from 6am-8pm. Please RSVP by July 10th to info@dsvsmontana.org or call the DSVS office at (406) 446-2296

Heal A Heart With Art. Join us on August 16th with Karin Solberg of Rock & Star Studio, in hand making a candle, a felt ornament and a beautiful card! Healing Together is a monthly opportunity to create space for survivors of sexual assault through activity-centered meetups. It is not a support group or meant to replace traditional therapy, just a low barrier FREE time to be surrounded by other survivors. You do not have to self-disclose anything about you experiences to participate. Our next event will be held on August 16th from 6am-8pm. Please RSVP by August 14th to info@dsvsmontana.org or call the DSVS office at (406) 446-2296

GEARING UP FOR THE 20TH ANNUAL FUN RUN FOR CHARITIES!!!

Last year, Fun Run 19 raised $296,207 for more than 60 Carbon County charities. Thanks to sponsors, donors, participants, and volunteers, we’re looking forward to another year of incredible community collaboration!

The Annual Fun Run for Charities is a yearly fundraising event for charitable organizations in Carbon County.

The 20th Annual Fun Run will be an in-person race, where participants can expect to meet at Lions Park on Labor Day Saturday for this annual event.

You don't have to run to participate, scan the QR code to donate today!

Learn how you can support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The next training will be held in Absarokee in September on the 5th, 7th, 12th &14th at the Main Street Commons from 10a-4p. Please email Libby Johnson at ljohnson@dsvsmontana.org to register.

Through Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS) we have a mentoring program for students in Red Lodge. Adult role models (like yourself) meet with a student once a week for about an hour during the student’s lunch time at school (12:15p.m.- 12:59 p.m.). There’s no pressure to help with homework or give advice or anything of that nature-our mentors are just there to listen to their mentees, get to know them as a person, and model what a healthy relationship looks like. Here is what one mentor said about the program: “I love mentoring because it’s such a simple way to offer support to a smart, hilarious, and constantly surprising youth. We hang out during lunch, and he shows me all the things he excels at like Magic and speed Rubik’s cube solving. We play games and chat. He’s a great little friend!” To register for our Mentor Training on Monday, September 11 from 5:00 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. OR Wednesday, September 13 from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m., please contact Elizabeth Hickson at (406) 446-2296 or ehickson@dsvsmontana.org

Once again, DSVS is partnering with Conscious Discipline and Boys and Girls Club of Carbon County to bring you FREE parenting classes. This program is for parents, guardians, and caregivers of children pre-K through elementary school, including special needs. Using easy-to-apply methods, this program empowers adults to connect with children and resolve conflict. Free childcare and food will be provided for every session. Classes will be held every Thursday night from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. beginning on Thursday, October 5 at 24W 9th Street in Red Lodge, MT. The first four sessions, October 5- October 26, are introductory for parents who are new to Conscious Discipline. The second set of four sessions, November 2- December 7, are for returning parents or those who want to continue from the last session to get a more in depth understanding of the concepts that Moe Kampfe teaches. To reserve your spot, please call or email Libby Johnson at 406-446-2296 ljohnson@dsvsmontana.org.  

Join DSVS as we celebrate the move of our Thrift Store to Market 5555 with a ribbon cutting. We now will be able to be open 7 days a week!

Splish splash, it's a pool party bash! Relax and float or play and swim to your heart's content. Healing Together is a monthly opportunity to create space for survivors of sexual assault through activity-centered meetups. It is not a support group or meant to replace traditional therapy. It's just a low barrier, FREE time to be surrounded by other survivors. You do not have to disclose anything about your experiences to participate. Our next event will be held on August 22nd. Please RSVP by August 19th to info@dsvsmontana.org or call the DSVS office at (406) 446-2296.

JOIN TEAM DSVS! Show your support for survivors by joining us, neighbors, and friends as we walk the race together. We’ll have free “Everyone Deserves Healthy Relationships” t-shirts for our team! HOW TO JOIN TEAM DSVS: If you would like to join our team on race day, please follow the steps below: Use this button to donate to DSVS through the Fun Run, you do NOT have to make a donation to participate but funds are matched so it's a great time to give! DONATE TO DSVS STEP 1: Click the button below to sign up to walk with Team DSVS and choose your t-shirt size (note: this does not register you for the race!). Pick up your team shirt on Aug 26th-29th between 9a-5p at our Red Lodge office located at 1119 S. Broadway. JOIN TEAM DSVS STEP 2: Click the button below to head on over to register for the Fun Run, it’s free! SIGN UP FOR THE FUN RUN We look forward to seeing you at the Fun Run!

Stillwater residents, there will be a pick-up location at the Main Street Commons in Absarokee (19 S Woodard Ave) on the 25th between 9am-11am. Please let the Pollard know that you live in Stillwater when you place your order!

Join us at One Legged Magpie on February 7th and 8th for Love, Loss, and What I Wore. Performed readers theater style this humorous and heartfelt play explores the connections between the contents of our closets and the important moments in our lives. Funny, relatable, and often poignant this show is a unique theatrical experience you don’t want to miss!

DSVS is once again offering free “We Believe Survivors” yard/window signs to display throughout the month or all year round to signal that you are an ally for survivors. It is up to each of us to keep our neighbors safe and to stand up against sexual violence. Call us at 406-446-2296 to get yours!

Join Elizabeth Hickson (DSVS Violence Prevention Educator) and Tara McNabb (DSVS Stillwater County Direct Service Advocate) for a presentation on stalking awareness at the Stillwater County Library on May 24th at 1 p.m. This presentation will include: Myths and facts about domestic and sexual violence Behaviors and actions of stalkers Options for victims in our community Intersections of stalking and domestic and sexual violence

By now, you’ve likely heard that DSVS and other federally funded organizations are facing an uncertain future. We rely on federal grants for 80% of our funding to support survivors, and without them, our ability to provide critical services is at risk. To prepare for the challenges ahead, we’re offering a Basics Volunteer Advocate Training on June 3, 5, 10 & 12th, and a Helpline Training on June 17,19, 24, & 26th. These trainings are vital for anyone who wants to help DSVS during this time. You'll gain insight into the connection between abuse, power, and control, develop skills to effectively respond when someone shares their experience of violence, and understand how various agencies and local groups collaborate to support survivors. Our Basics Training is suggested for everyone! The uncertainty surrounding the future of our funding underscores the importance of community-based support. No number of volunteers can fully replace the expertise and experience of trained professionals, but by training and educating a large group of volunteers to answer helpline calls, assist with outreach, and provide a compassionate presence, we can work together to ensure survivors still have access to support. DSVS remains deeply committed to serving our community, but this […]

When: Saturday, August 2nd 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Where: Stillwater County Public Library in Columbus, MT Who: Elizabeth Hickson (Violence Prevention Educator, DSVS) and Libby Johnson (Co-Director, DSVS) What: Domestic and Sexual Violence Services is a nonprofit organization that serves survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, and/or stalking in Carbon or Stillwater Counties. This presentation will give an overview of how DSVS serves the community. The two types of human trafficking are sex trafficking and labor trafficking, and this presentation will explain the difference between the two as well as the highlight scope of these issues in Montana. The presentation will feature a Myths/Facts activity to help participants understand misconceptions of human trafficking. DSVS will go over the dynamics of human trafficking including behaviors and actions of traffickers and their victims. Resources and ways to help prevent human trafficking will also be provided.  

We’re turning up the oven and the good vibes! Join DSVS and Samurai Sue on Wednesday, November 6th, from 6–8 PM as we roll dough, pile on toppings, and create our own delicious pizzas! You do not need to disclose anything about your experiences to participate. Please RSVP by October 30th to info@dsvsmontana.org or call the DSVS office at (406) 446-2296.

Want to learn how you can support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault? Join our free upcoming Volunteer Advocate Trainings! The *Basics Training will be held on January 6th, 8th, 13th, and 15th from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm, and the Helpline Training will be held on January 20th, 22nd, 27th, and 29th from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm. The location is yet to be decided. (*Suggested for everyone, required for taking the Helpline Training) Learn about how abuse is connected to power and control, gain skills in how to respond when someone shares that they are experiencing violence, and understand how agencies and local groups work together to respond effectively to violence. If you are interested in attending, please contact ljohnson@dsvsmontana.org, call our office at 406-446-2296 or use this link https://forms.office.com/r/rwjP1qmcWv

The Columbus Cougars are generously dedicating their game to survivors of teen dating violence on February 25th! Tournament games start at 3 pm. DSVS will be at the game with a resource table where you can learn more about healthy relationships and ways to support survivors. Come cheer on the Cougars, show your support, and help us send a powerful message: everyone deserves healthy relationships!

With support from a mini-grant from the Montana Children’s Trust Fund, DSVS continues to offer Conscious Discipline Parenting Classes, helping parents and caregivers: -Build social-emotional skills -Strengthen communication with children -Connect with other families in the community Since 2021, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Carbon County, participants have shared that they leave with practical tools, stronger parent-child connections, and a greater sense of community. We provide a warm meal and free childcare so you can focus on learning strategies for connection, discipline, and support at home.

Join us for our next Healing Together gathering, a guided medicinal plant walk with Bitterroot Botanicals. Together, we will explore the natural landscape, learn about the healing properties of local plants, and create space for reflection, connection, and community. Healing Together is a monthly opportunity to create space for survivors of sexual assault and or domestic violence through activity-centered meetups. It is not a support group or meant to replace traditional therapy. It's just a low barrier, FREE time to be surrounded by other survivors. You do not need to disclose anything about your experiences to participate. Our next event will be held on May 17th. Please RSVP by May 13th to ljohnson@dsvsmontana.org or call the DSVS office at (406) 446-2296.

This is the Healthy Relationship training you have all been asking for! For those of us who didn't get the education on boundaries and how to say no that our young adults did from Power Up, Speak Out! This one is for you. Join us Thursday, May 21, from 6 to 7 pm downstairs, at the Red Lodge Carnegie Library for an interactive workshop focused on building stronger, healthier relationships. This space invites reflection, conversation, and real connection as you explore what you deserve and how to create meaningful relationships in your life. Through affirmations, guided discussion, and self-reflection, you will leave with tools you can actually use. Come on your own, bring a partner, or make it a thoughtful date night. Everyone is welcome.

Want to learn how you can support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault? Join our free upcoming Volunteer Advocate Trainings! The *Basics training will be held on June 2nd, 4th, 9th, and 11th from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm, and the Helpline training will be held on June 23rd, 25th, 29th, and July 2nd from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm. The location is yet to be decided. (*Suggested for everyone, required for Helpline volunteers) Learn about how abuse is connected to power and control, gain skills in how to respond when someone shares that they are experiencing violence, and understand how agencies and local groups work together to respond effectively to violence. If you are interested in attending, use the QR code in the flyer, contact ljohnson@dsvsmontana.org, or call our office at 406-446-2296.

Join us for a free, interactive community workshop on June 24th from 2 pm to 3 pm at the Red Lodge Carnegie Library! Participants will explore their core values, learn about healthy boundaries, practice assertive communication, and discover how personal priorities shape relationships through engaging activities and games. This is the Healthy Relationships for Adults, Part 2! Everyone is welcome. Please contact our office at 406-446-2296 with any questions.

Abuse is not always visible, and leaving is not always simple. Join DSVS for a free, interactive, trauma-informed workshop on July 30th at 2 pm at the Red Lodge Carnegie Library that explores the dynamics of abusive relationships, barriers to leaving, and the impact of coercive control. Whether you are looking to better understand your own experience or support someone you care about, this workshop offers valuable insight, understanding, and empathy. Recommended for ages 14 and up. For more information or to register, contact DSVS at 406.446.2296. Together, we can build a community that recognizes abuse, supports survivors, and fosters healthy relationships.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Join DSVS, Les King, and TJ on the morning show tomorrow as we bust myths about the intersections between pet abuse and domestic violence. Put your knowledge to the test and listen in from 8am to 9am on October 8th!

Bring your favorite furry friend for an easy 1-mile walk through Absarokee on Sat, Oct 10, 10a–12p. Starts and ends at Flanagan's Coffee and Bakery at 58 Montana Ave. $35 entry includes a raffle ticket and a free purple pet bandana. Extra raffle tickets are $5 each, or 10 for $40. Raffle Prizes: A basket from Absarokee Liquor West Paw - slow feeder, dog treats, Dog's Best Friend game, and frisbee (separate raffles) Mead variety from Bearded Viking Mead Gift certificate for Wild Roots Mobile IV Gift cards for City Brew Coffee-Red Lodge Photo session with Sweeney Photography Enjoy free coffee, a snack after the walk, and raffles. The street will be closed off so you and your pet can enjoy a safe, traffic-free route. Our friends at Beartooth Humane Alliance will also be there with adoptable pets! Come early for free face painting from 9:30–11:30 a.m. by the amazing Tashia Gates! Dogs, cats, horses, or any other well-behaved companions are welcome! Every dollar raised supports survivors and their pets — because no one should have to choose between safety and the ones they love. 🐾 Register Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/31df71b9-242a-4386-8055-b86cc19fff33