
Upcoming events.

38th Community Conference on Sexual and Relationship Violence
Welcome to the 38th Community Conference on Sexual Battery & Relationship Violence
Join us on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at Trinity United Methodist Church for a day filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and expert presenters. This event aims to raise awareness, educate the community, and provide continuing education units (CEUs) for professionals who need them. Together, we can work towards creating a safer and more supportive environment for everyone.
Tickets are sold online only. Ticket sales will end on Monday, February 24th at 5:00 pm. Tickets will not be available to purchase on site so please purchase your tickets here ASAP and no later than 2/24.
The ticket price of $65 includes all conference content, a light continental breakfast, coffee and tea, buffet lunch, and snacks.
The conference offers 6 CEUs certified through Suwannee River AHEC. If you would like CEU credits, please use the "add on" option when you register. The fee for CEUs is $20.
There are also tabling opportunities for your organization. See the "add on" option when registering.
Featured presenters and topics include:
Shannon Miller, Esq., Miller Elder Law Firm | Elder Abuse
Rebecca DeCesare, Ph.D., UF | Stalking
Florida Legal Services | U-Visas
Meggen Sixbey, Ph.D., UFPD | UFPD's Co-Responder Unit
Sgt. Shelley Postle, GPD & Meggen Sixbey, Ph.D., UFPD | Roundtable on Co-Responders and Law Enforcement
Marci Scott, FDLE | SANE Kit Tracking
Brooke King, J.D., SAO | Legal Changes Affecting the People We Serve (Marcy’s Law)
and more!
GCOSW Meeting
Our next meeting will be at Scuola Pizza on NW 34th Street. Meet us for dinner and discussion with an agenda! Please RSVP to gcosw.org@gmail.com by the 10th. Thank you!
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! 🎉
As the clock strikes midnight, let's fill the canvas of this new year with vibrant colors of joy, success, and positivity. Let the sparkles of hope and determination light up the sky of our dreams, as we embark on this beautiful journey ahead. Wishing you a year filled with love, laughter, and endless possibilities! Happy New Year! ✨

State of the State
THE GAINESVILLE COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN AND THE PRIDE COMMUNITY CENTER WOULD LIKE TO INVITE THE PUBLIC to the State of the State with Rep. Yvonne Hayes Hinson.
Learn what is going on with state legislation, policy issues, meet with other community members and ask questions.