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SUMMARY:Collaborative Approaches to Improving the Legal Landscape for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence in NC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Carolina Women’s Center\, Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services\, and UNC Women in Pre-Law for a panel discussion highlighting the work of campus and community members in navigating and shaping North Carolina’s legal landscape. This event is part of Carolina Engagement Week and will showcase collaborations among UNC faculty\, law students\, government agencies\, nonprofits\, and legal service providers who provide support and resources to those impacted by gender-based violence. \nLearn more and register.
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/collaborative-approaches-to-improving-the-legal-landscape-for-survivors-of-gender-based-violence-in-nc/
LOCATION:Carolina Union 3411\, 209 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T181659Z
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SUMMARY:Love at First Swipe: Online Dating Zine Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services as we create zines about online dating safety. We’ll discuss general safety tips\, identify our boundaries around online dating\, and create safety guides through zines. Registration is required and CLE credit is available for undergraduate students. Register on Heel Life. \n[Image description: Light blue background with various scrapbook material graphics around the perimeter. Dark blue boarder at the top with VPAS logo. All information included in event description.]
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/love-at-first-swipe-online-dating-zine-workshop/
LOCATION:Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services\, SASB South\, Suite 3307\, 385 Manning Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20260203T175823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T175823Z
UID:1335-1771434000-1771437600@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Getting on the Same Wavelength: Building Resiliency in Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a few rounds of Wavelength and learn how sparking conversations within your relationships can help build your resiliency and coping skills. This program is for FSL-affiliated students\, and CLE credit is available for undergraduate students. Register here and learn more on Heel Life. \n[Image description: Dark blue border at the top with FSL and VPAS logos. Light blue background with a white rounded rectangle on the top half and an image of the game Wavelength on the bottom half. All information included in event description.]
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/getting-on-the-same-wavelength-building-resiliency-in-relationships/
LOCATION:Carolina Union 3102\, 209 South Rd\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20260202T200232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T202904Z
UID:1330-1770987600-1770994800@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Touch Grass With VPAS: I Can Buy Myself Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Join Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services to make flowers that will last you all year long. Learn more on Heel Life. \n[Image description: Light blue background. Dark blue boarder at the top with VPAS logo. Illustrated graphics of grass and pink flowers on the bottom half of the image. All information in event description.]
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/touch-grass-with-vpas-i-can-buy-myself-flowers/
LOCATION:Polk Place\, 201 South Rd\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27514\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T163347Z
UID:1261-1770717600-1770726600@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Empower UNC: Responding to Disclosures Employee Open-Call
DESCRIPTION:Please note: The February 10 Empower UNC: Responding to Disclosures training has been cancelled. Please visit go.unc.edu/empowerunc to register for our upcoming April 15 training.  \nEmpower UNC: Responding to Disclosures is a training collaboration between Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services (VPAS) and the University Compliance Office (UCO). This updated training replaced UNC’s former HAVEN training. \nEmpower UNC equips students and employees with information\, resources\, and strategies to respond to disclosures of harassment\, sexual misconduct\, interpersonal violence\, and stalking in an informed and compassionate way. \nRegistration required. Employees may register via Carolina Talent.  \nPlease note: Graduate and professional students are welcome to register for the student or employee version of the training\, depending on which feels most aligned and appropriate for their role(s) on campus. 
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/empower-unc-responding-to-disclosures-employee-open-call/
LOCATION:Carolina Union\, 209 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20260105T184034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T144555Z
UID:1284-1769684400-1769691600@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Ctrl + F: Take Control of Your Digital Privacy
DESCRIPTION:Have you Googled yourself lately? In recognition of Stalking Awareness Month\, stop by to learn what personal information is publicly available and ways to be empowered in maintaining your digital footprint. Learn more on Heel Life. \n[Image description: Graphic of a light blue webpage with a yellow boarder at the top. UNC logo at the top with dark blue text that says “Stalking Awareness Month.” Graphic of a search engine with text that says “Have you Googled yourself lately?” with magnifying glass in a blue circle on the right. Yellow oval with event information. VPAS and CBAM logos at the bottom.]
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/ctrl-f-take-control-of-your-digital-privacy/
LOCATION:The Pit\, 209 South Rd\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T173000
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UID:1281-1769016600-1769025600@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Glow and Know: Safety After Dark Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED: New date coming soon!  \nJoin campus and community partners for an after dark resource fair. Come enjoy our hot chocolate\, get a It Takes All Heels glow-in-the-dark cup and other glow swag\, and learn how you can help create a safer and more supportive Carolina. CLE credit available for undergraduate students. Learn more on Heel Life. \n[Image description: Dark blue background with stars. Neon blue curved rectangle containing neon yellow text that says “Glow and Know: Safety After Dark.” Event information in white below. White text that says “Stalking Awareness Month”\, the VPAS logo\, and the Safe at UNC logo at the bottom.]
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/glow-and-know-safety-after-dark-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Carolina Union Gift Plaza\, 209 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T183000
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CREATED:20260105T183045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T184244Z
UID:1276-1768242600-1768246200@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Stalking is Not Romantic: Analyzing Stalking in the Media
DESCRIPTION:When does a behavior shift from a romantic gesture to an indication of stalking? In recognition of Stalking Awareness Month\, join VPAS as we reflect on how our media can normalize concerning behaviors. Register on Heel Life. \n[Image description: Graphic of a dark blue television and remote with a yellow screen on light blue background. Screen says “Stalking is Not Romantic.” Yellow oval below graphic with event information. Dark blue rectangle at the bottom with VPAS logo.]
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/stalking-is-not-romantic-analyzing-stalking-in-the-media/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T133000
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CREATED:20251021T202432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T202432Z
UID:1213-1765368000-1765373400@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Control\, Alt\, Protect: Keeping Our Kids Safe Online (Virtual Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Join Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services and Carolina Behavioral Assessment and Managementfor a workshop focused on helping parents and caregivers navigate the ever-changing digital world. We’ll explore the latest trends in online behavior among kids and teens\, identify common risks\, and share practical strategies for keeping young people safe while empowering them to make smart choices online. \nPresented by Special Agent Ray Oliver with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation’s Computer Crimes Unit. He will present from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.\, and facilitate a question and answer session from 1:00-1:30 p.m. \nOpen to students and employees. Registration required – register here. 
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/control-alt-protect-keeping-our-kids-safe-online-virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:Carolina Union 3206AB\, 209 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251201T155823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T203735Z
UID:1238-1765184400-1765195200@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Finals Self-Care On the Go
DESCRIPTION:Join VPAS Monday\, December 8\, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the SASB Courtyard. Take a quick break\, stop by\, and build your own self-care goodie bag. We’ll have snacks\, stickers\, fidgets\, stress toys\, journals\, resource information\, and more!
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/finals-self-care-on-the-go/
LOCATION:SASB Courtyard\, 385 Manning Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251021T202152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T202152Z
UID:1210-1762344000-1762349400@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Control\, Alt\, Protect: Keeping Our Kids Safe Online (In-Person Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Join Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services and Carolina Behavioral Assessment and Management for a workshop focused on helping parents and caregivers navigate the ever-changing digital world. We’ll explore the latest trends in online behavior among kids and teens\, identify common risks\, and share practical strategies for keeping young people safe while empowering them to make smart choices online. \nPresented by Special Agent Ray Oliver with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation’s Computer Crimes Unit. He will present from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.\, and facilitate a question and answer session from 1:00-1:30 p.m. \nOpen to students and employees. Registration required – register here. 
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/control-alt-protect-keeping-our-kids-safe-online-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:Carolina Union 3206AB\, 209 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251021T202829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T202829Z
UID:1214-1761904800-1761912000@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Family Weekend Tricks and Treats: Building a Safer Carolina Together
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and learn tricks\, grab treats\, and meet departments on campus working to build a safer Carolina community. Join us for a fun and interactive activities designed for students and families! Offices include Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services\, Carolina Behavioral Assessment and Management\, UNC Police\, and the University Compliance Office. Come connect\, learn more\, and help make our Carolina community safer—together. Learn more on HeelLife.
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/family-weekend-tricks-and-treats-building-a-safer-carolina-together/
LOCATION:Carolina Union Gift Plaza\, 209 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251024T192538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T192538Z
UID:1229-1761825600-1761829200@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Queer Mentorship Matters Workshop: Building Healthy Relationships in Academia
DESCRIPTION:QGAPS (Queer Graduate and Professional Students) and VPAS (Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services) present this interactive workshop designed for LGBTQ+ graduate students\, faculty\, and staff navigating the complexities of mentorship in academic settings. This session centers queer experiences and provides practical tools for building affirming\, healthy professional relationships. All are welcome. Register here. Lunch provided.
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/queer-mentorship-matters-workshop-building-healthy-relationships-in-academia/
LOCATION:Graduate Student Center\, 211A W. Cameron Avenue\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T183000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251023T212637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T212637Z
UID:1221-1761759000-1761762600@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:The Conversation Continues: Turning Dialogue into Prevention Featuring National Hazing Prevention Advocate\, Lianne Kowiak
DESCRIPTION:Join Fraternity and Sorority Life for a powerful and inspiring program as we continue the conversation on hazing prevention. Lianne Kowiak will share her family’s story and the heartbreaking loss of her son\, Harrison\, who died at the age of 19 during his sophomore year of college due to hazing. \nThrough her impactful message\, Lianne will challenge us to reflect\, speak up\, and take action to create safer and more inclusive communities. This is more than just a conversation—it’s a call to turn dialogue into prevention. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn\, connect\, and be part of real change. \nOpen to all students. The event is eligible for CLE credit for undergraduates and a Panhel point.  \n 
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/the-conversation-continues-turning-dialogue-into-prevention-featuring-national-hazing-prevention-advocate-lianne-kowiak/
LOCATION:Carolina Union Auditorium\, 209 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251024T162918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T163358Z
UID:1226-1761681600-1761687000@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Hall-to-Hall-oween
DESCRIPTION:Hall to Hall-oween is an interactive\, community-based program designed to provide students with fun and engaging alternative programming during Halloween week. The event encourages students to connect with various campus partners while promoting safety\, wellness\, creativity\, and professional development in a festive and inclusive environment. Learn more on Heel Life.
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/hall-to-hall-oween/
LOCATION:Carmicheal Residence Hall\, 101 Stadium Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27514
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251021T234133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T234133Z
UID:1218-1761658200-1761665400@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Safetober Fest
DESCRIPTION:Safetoberfest is a spook-tacularly fun  program that aims to increase safety and awareness of resources for Carolina students.  This “trick-or-treat” type program allows for UNC and Chapel Hill resources to engage with students through interactive activities\, games\, and face-to-face interactions that help enhance each student’s understanding of how to utilize all our amazing resources across campus and the surrounding Chapel Hill community. Students walk away with resources\, free food\, and a free shirt! Learn more on Heel Life.
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/safetober-fest/
LOCATION:Morehead-Patterson Bell Tower Lawn\, 200 South Road\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T041523
CREATED:20251021T203113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T203113Z
UID:1216-1761303600-1761309000@vpas.unc.edu
SUMMARY:Craft and Chat: The Summer I Turned Pretty
DESCRIPTION:Let’s chat! Join Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services to discuss the relationship dynamics in The Summer I Turned Pretty while making cards dedicated to our younger selves. Registration encouraged on Heel Life.
URL:https://vpas.unc.edu/event/craft-and-chat-the-summer-i-turned-pretty/
LOCATION:Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services\, SASB South\, Suite 3307\, 385 Manning Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27599
ORGANIZER;CN="Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services":MAILTO:violenceprevention@unc.edu
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