Event Details
When Domestic Violence Comes to Work presented by Angie Kujala & Erin Schattauer
Date: | January 11, 2018, 11:15am – 1:00pm |
Organizer: | GVHRA |
Location: | Holiday Inn 5 E. Baxter Lane Bozeman, MT |
Price: | $15 for GVHRA Members/$40 for Non-Members |
Event Type: | Southwest Montana SHRM Hosted - Meeting |
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Generally, the GVHRA meetings are held according to the following schedule; however, please refer to the specific meeting flyer sent via email from the GVHRA President as dates/times/locations are subject to change.
11:15 a.m.—11:30 a.m.: Registration
11:30 a.m.—Noon: Lunch
Noon– 1:00 p.m.: PRESENTATION
In 2015, Angie Kujala and Erin Schattauer began speaking publicly about their experiences with domestic violence. They found that by sharing first-hand details and stories from their personal experiences, they were able to help people better understand domestic violence and inform them about how to help friends, family members and coworkers being affected by domestic violence. Since then, they have given a TEDx talk, spoken at community forums, conferences and moderated panels on the topic.
Learning Objectives:
● Gain an overall understanding of the different types of domestic violence
● Discover how domestic violence can impact the workplace and everyone in it
● Learn warning signs of domestic violence and how to respond to the victim and provide help
● Receive suggestions on how to make their workplaces safer and how to help victims feel supported in the workplace
Angie has spent nearly 15 years in the Human Resources field. She has a unique perspective in knowing what it's like being an employer trying to help a victim and also in being the victim herself. Early in her career, Angie began a relationship that turned out to be abusive. She kept it hidden because she was embarrassed and feared her family, friends and coworkers would think less of her. Angie had a close friend who helped her to recognize the abuse and leave. Two years ago, she began sharing her story. For many close to her, it was the first time hearing it. Angie has a passion to help others recognize the signs of abuse. In discussing DV and providing education, she hopes to eliminate the shame that holds victims hostage.
In addition to her work with domestic violence, Erin has been a communicator for 15 years, having worked in print, digital and broadcast media. In 2012, while working as a digital producer and reporter for a Bozeman, Montana television station, Erin found herself leaving an abusive marriage. Having spent almost a decade covering crime stories, Erin was unable to at first see the signs of violence creeping into her own relationship. Luckily, once she did, she knew to call Haven, her community’s local domestic violence shelter. She hopes that by sharing her story she can shed light on domestic violence as a community issue.
To make a reservation, please click on the "Reservations" tab on the website, then search for the appropriate meeting date. The hotel requires a 48 hours confirmation of attendees for catered events; therefore, reservation links are active two weeks prior to the event and close the Monday prior to the event. Also, let us know when you RSVP if you will need any accommodation.
RSVPs help the GVHRA board, presenter, facility and caterers to accommodate all attendees. Members who make a reservation and DO NOT attend will be charged. Additionally, copies of presentation materials and food may not be available for those who do not RSVP.