Conference Manual - abbreviated.pdf
Past Conferences
Each year, GCFV holds a Statewide Family Violence Conference in the state of Georgia. These annual conferences are an opportunity for people from a variety of backgrounds - law enforcement, clergy, shelter employees, survivors of domestic violence, legislators, judges, probation officers, child advocates and many more - to come together and discuss strategies to end family violence in Georgia. The location and theme of the conference changes every year.
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2023
"Evolving Responses: What Communities Can Do To Reduce Family Violence" The Jekyll Island Convention Center, Jekyll Island, Ga. September 17-20,2023, Keynote speakers: Leslie Morgan Steiner, Dr. Neil Websdale and Dr. April Zeoli.
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2022
"Widening the Lens: An Inclusive Response to Family Violence" The Classic Center, Athens, Georgia, September 25-28, 2022 Keynote speakers: Sgt. Michael Crumrine, Adam Dodge, Dr. Tommy Snow
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2021
2021
"Moving Forward, Achieving Justice"
Fully Virtual Conference
November 8th- 10th, 2021
Keynote speakers: Dr. Carolyn West, Mekisha Jane Walker and Mimi Kim2021 Conference Website Orientation VideoGCFV-2021-Conference-Manual.pdf -
2020
"Crafting a Coordinated Community Response: Working Together to Address Relationship Violence"
The Commission's First Fully Virtual ConferenceConference website: GCFV2020.com
September 14th - September 16th, 2020
Keynote speakers: Rachel Louise Snyder, Chong Kim, Bristol County Domestic Violence High Risk Team2020 Conference Website Orientation VideoGCFV Conference Manual -
2019
"Supporting Survivors and Restoring Hope: 25 Years Ago to 25 Years Ahead"
The Classic Center
Athens, Georgia
September 9th - September 11th, 2019
Keynote speakers: Vanessa McNeal, Melissa Jeltsen, High Point North Carolina Collaborative -
2018
"Beyond the Bruising: Unraveling the Complexities of Domestic Violence"
The Jekyll Island Convention Center
Jekyll Island, GA
September 9th - September 12th, 2018
Keynote speakers: Beverly Gooden and Evan Stark -
2017
"Maintaining Our Momentum: Proven and Promising Practices to End Family Violence"
The Classic Center
Athens, Georgia
November 5-7, 2017
Keynote speakers: Anjana Freeman, April Ross, Jacquelyn Campbell
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2016
"Mending the Ties that Bind: Domestic Violence and the Family Unit"
The Jekyll Island Convention Center
Jekyll Island, GA
September 18 - September 21, 2016
Keynote speakers: Susan Still, Casey Keene, Johnny Rice, II, Zulema (Ruby) White Starr, Lundy Bancroft
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2015
"Addressing Domestic Violence in the 21st Century: Where Do We Go From Here"
The Classic Center
Athens, Georgia
September 27-30th, 2015Keynote speakers: Kit Gruelle, J. Staley Heatly & Jeff Case, Christy Sims
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2014
"Reflecting, Refocusing and Rejuvenating: 20 Years of Domestic Violence in Georgia"
The Jekyll Island Convention Center
Jekyll Island, Georgia
September 29th-October 1st, 2014
Keynote speakers: Jill Davies, Ulester Douglas, Casey Gwinn -
2013
"Justice Across Generations: Framing a Commitment to End Family Violence"
Legacy Lodge and Conference Center at Lake Lanier Islands
Lake Lanier, Georgia
September 9-10th, 2013
Keynote speakers: Olga Trujillo, Kristen Weber -
2012
"Safety, Autonomy & Accountability: Envisioning a Society Without Violence"
Macon Marriot City Center
Macon, Georgia
September 24-25th, 2012
Keynote speakers: Lt. Mark Wynn and Dr. Julia Perilla. -
2011
"There’s No One Solution: Integrating Prevention and Intervention Against Domestic Violence"
Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel
Atlanta, Georgia
September 12-13th, 2011
Keynote speakers: Dr. T.K. Logan, Pearl Cleage, Dr. Andra T. Tharp -
2010
"No More 'Either/Or': Bridging Community and System Responses to Domestic Violence"
Wyndham Peachtree Conference Center
Peachtree City, Georgia
September 12‐14th, 2010
Keynote speakers: Hon. Susan Carbon, Dr. Evan Stark, Mr. Jeremy NeVilles-Sorell -
2008
"Building a Safer Future: A Commitment to Our Children"
Hyatt Regency
Savannah, Georgia
September 7-10th, 2008
Keynote speakers: Atum Azzahir and Lundy Bancroft -
2007
"Paths Converging for Social Justice" Hyatt Regency Savannah, Georgia September 9-12th, 2007 Keynote speakers: Tony Porter and Kit Gruelle
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2006
"Redefining Best Practices...through the Survivor's Eyes" Savannah Marriott Riverfront Savannah, Georgia November 5-8th, 2006 Keynote speakers: Olga Trujillo and Zulema Ruby White-Starr
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2005
"Inspiring Change: A Coordinated Community Response to Victim Safety" Renaissance PineIsle Resort Lake Lanier Islands, Georgia September 14-16, 2005 Keynote speakers: Honorable Mike Brigner and Connie Sponsler
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2002
9th Annual Statewide Conference Callaway Gardens Pine Mountain, Georgia
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2000
"Building Bridges, Overcoming Obstacles" Macon Centreplex Macon, Georgia September 21-22, 2000 Keynote speaker: Barbara Hart
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1999
"Balancing the Scales: Working Together to Achieve Justice for Victims of Domestic Violence" Macon Centreplex Macon, Georgia September 23-24, 1999 Keynote speakers: Judge Lynn Tepper and Donna Edwards
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1998
"Putting the Pieces Together: A Coordinated Response to Domestic Violence in Georgia’s Communities" Macon Centreplex Macon, Georgia September 24-25, 1998 Keynote speakers: Lt. Mark Wynn and Dr. Sharon Ellis
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1997
"Creating Community Safety: Quality Interventions & Collaboration" Macon Centreplex Macon, Georgia September 25-26, 1997 Keynote speaker: Sarah Buel, Esq.