OVW Webinar & Training Materials

We wish to specially thanks the federal Office on Violence Against Women of the U.S. Department of Justice, which supports our work on behalf of their grantees.

    ASISTA's OVW YouTube Channel

    ASISTA OVW YouTube Channel (Playlist 2021 - 2023)

    This project was supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-21-GK-02240-MUMU awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice.

    ASISTA OVW YouTube Channel (Playlist 2015 - 2020)

    In this ASISTA OVW YouTube Channel you can find all webinar recordings presented from 2015 to May 8, 2020.

    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-049 & 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

    ASISTA Services to OVW Grantees & Sub-grantees

    ASISTA's Flyer: Services to OVW Grantees & Sub-grantees

    Download the ASISTA's Flyer to access direct links to the orientation session recording and other service for OVW LAV grantees/sub-grantees and STOP sub-grantees.

    This project was supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-21-GK-02240-MUMU awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice. 

    ASISTA's OVW Orientation Call (April 12, 2022)

    This project was supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-21-GK-02240-MUMU awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice.

    Legal Remedies for Crime Survivors & Hot Topics

    ASISTA OVW Webinar: Bias, Equity, and the Impact of Anti-Blackness on Immigrant Survivors (April 25, 2022)

    This project was supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-21-GK-02240-MUMU awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice. Click here for the recording in English language. Click here for the recording in Spanish language.

    ASISTA OVW Webinar: Hot Topics in U and VAWA Cases (Feb. 28, 2022)

    This project was supported by Grant No. 15JOVW-21-GK-02240-MUMU awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice. Click here for the recording in English language. Click here for the recording in Spanish language.

    E-Learning Webinar: Strategies for Preparing Effective Principal and Corroborating Affidavits in U and VAWA cases (May 8, 2020)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for the recording.
    Representing Immigrant Survivors During COVID-19 (May 1, 2020)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for the recording.
    Advanced Practice Updates on VAWAs and U visas (March 25, 2020)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for the recording. Click here for the recording.
    Representing Immigrant Survivors of Domestic Violence: Enhancing Your Case Research (February 26, 2020)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for the recording.
    Intermediate and Advanced Caserounds in VAWAs and U Visas (February 6, 2020)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for the recording.
    Removal Proceedings: Pursuing Legal Relief for Immigrant Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (July 16, 2019)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. To download the presentation in PowerPoint version, click Here.
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    Hot Topics in U and VAWA cases (April 23, 2019)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. To download the presentation in PowerPoint version, click Here.
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    Supporting Your Legal Arguments: Techniques for Researching Immigration Remedies for Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence (February 21, 2019)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. To download the presentation in PowerPoint version, click here.
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    Open Case Rounds: U and VAWA Q&A (December 3, 2018)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
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    Administrative Appeals, Motions to Reopen, and Motions to Reconsider (November 14, 2018)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
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    Preventing and Responding to RFEs and NOIDs for U and VAWA Cases (October 22, 2018)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
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    Assisting Derivatives of U Visa Applicants and VAWA Self-Petitioners (August 20, 2018)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Emerging Issues in U Visa Practice (June 19, 2018)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Supporting your Work with Immigrant Survivors: How ASISTA Can Help (March 3, 2018)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2017-TA-AX-K061 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Which Status to Choose? (December 12, 2017)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Effective Responses to RFEs and Denials in VAWA and U Cases (November 7, 2017)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Updates on VAWA Self-Petitions and U Visas: Practice Pointers on Emerging Issues, Including Keeping Your Survivors Safe While Applying for Status (September 21, 2017)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Open “Case Rounds” for Intermediate/Advanced Q & A on U Visas & VAWA (August 8, 2017)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Open “Case Rounds” for Basic Q & A on U Visas & VAWA Self-Petitions (June 29, 2017)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

    VAWA Self Petition

    Webinar Series on Routes to Immigration Status for Non-Citizen Crime Survivors: Advanced VAWA: Addressing Complications in VAWA Cases and Securing Lawful Permanent Residence (Dec. 5, 2016)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.
    Webinar Series on Routes to Immigration Status for Non-Citizen Crime Survivors: Intermediate VAWA and Selected Issues (Nov 7, 2016)
    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

    U Visa

    Webinar Series on Routes to Immigration Status for Non-Citizen Crime Survivors: "Advanced U Visas: Responding to Requests for Further Evidence and Notices of Intent to Deny and Challenging Denials" May 8, 2017)

    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for recording.

    Webinar Series on Routes to Immigration Status for Non-Citizen Crime Survivors: "Intermediate U Visa: Complicated Issues in Preparing and Filing a U Visa" (Feb 6, 2017)

    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for recording

    Webinar Series on Routes to Immigration Status for Non-Citizen Crime Survivors: Intermediate U Visa: Bringing in Family Members Living Abroad and Preparing the Adjustment of Status Application (March 6, 2017)

    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for recording

    Webinar Series on Routes to Immigration Status for Non-Citizen Crime Survivors: "Intermediate/Advanced U Visas: Overcoming Difficult Inadmissibility Issues, Obtaining U Visa Extensions, and Including Family Members at Adjustment" (April 3, 2017)

    This project is supported by Grant No. 2015-TA-AX-K049 awarded by the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. The opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed in this document are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the United States Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women. Click here for recording.

    ICE Enforcement - Secure Communities

    Insecure Communities: Strategies on How to Advocate for Immigrant Survivors at Risk Under ICE Enforcement Programs (2011)

    This project was supported by Grant No. 2009-TA-AX-K009 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

    Comunidades Inseguras: Estrategias para Responder a las Necesidades de Inmigrantes Sobrevivientes de Crimenes de Violencia a Riesgo de Deportación en Base a los Programas de ICE (2011)

    This project was supported by Grant No. 2009-TA-AX-K009 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.