A New Frontier for Gender-Based Violence | A Community in Dialogue

“Violence against women is both a consequence and a cause of gender inequality.”

- Joy Phumaphi, Assistant Director-General, Family and Community Health, World Health Organization (WHO Multi-country Study on Women’s Health and Domestic Violence against Women)
 

A National Conference Convened by Xavier University President Michael Graham, S.J. and The Xavier University Women's Center

  • Tuesday, November 8, 2011
  • 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Registration opens at 8:00 a.m.)
  • Schiff Family Conference Center and Duff Banquet Center, Xavier University Cintas Center
  • Cost: Free and Open to the Public
 
On November 8, 2011, Xavier University President Michael Graham, S.J. and the Xavier University Women's Center will convene a daylong summit exploring the intersections of gender based violence and culture. Prominent researchers and practitioners will present and facilitate discussions on topics such as: the sexual victimization of college women, the role of men in cultures of violence, contemporary cultures of intimacy, perceptions of sexual assault and blame, violence patterns across the globe, violence and LGBTQ populations, and transforming college cultures of violence and gender inequity. This conference opportunity is being provided at no cost to attendees.   

 

The conference format will feature an opening keynote session and four workshops sessions.  A buffet-style lunch will be provided to all participants, and vegetarian options will be available. 

“Gender-based violence has an impact on our society as a whole as it is both a human rights and a public health concern. This conference aims to expand knowledge about the magnitude of gender-based violence and its impact on the individual and society. Hopefully this gathering will also be the beginning of intense dialogue on how to reduce gender-based violence and understand and begin to heal its psychological and social consequences.”
- Xavier University President Michael Graham, S.J.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

up to 5 (CEU) contact hours are available to Ohio Counselors, Social Workers and Psychologists.  Xavier University is a Continuing Education Provider for the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage and Family Therapy Board.  Social Work Provider: RSX 090602 & Counselor Provider: URCX049112.  Xavier University is approved by the Ohio Psychological Association MCE program to offer continuing education for psychologists.  Xavier University Department of Psychology, #317453533 maintains responsibility for the program.