Dear VPF Friends, 

Welcome to the Violence Prevention Forum newsletter. On a bi-weekly basis we will be sharing job, funding and training opportunities, details for webinars relevant to violence and its prevention, and links to new research and guidelines. We hope you find this a useful resource.

You are invited! Engaging Policymakers: Translating your research into policy and practice

Join the Global Parenting Initiative, DSPI Oxford and key Nigerian policymakers Prof Fatima Waziri-Azi and Dr John Ovuoraye for a hybrid seminar delving into strategies for researchers to effectively engage with policymakers, disseminate research findings, and foster collaborations that bridge the gap between research evidence and policy development. This event will be on 1 June 2023 at 12:00-13:30 BST (GMT+1).

Call for Scholarships: South African Research Chair in Violent Histories and Transgenerational Trauma

The South African Research Chair (SARChI) in Violent Histories and Transgenerational Trauma invites applications for scholarships funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF) to pursue full time Masters research at Stellenbosch University. In the first phase of the application process, the SARChI Chair and Stellenbosch University research team will be responsible for shortlisting candidates and the NRF will make the final decision in the second stage of the process. Shortlisted candidates will be assisted with submitting their applications on the NRF Online Submission System. Applications close on the Friday the 9^th of June.

Article: Western Cape a beacon of hope for SA Violence Prevention

This year’s State of the Province Address by Western Cape Premier Alan Winde heralded an important step forward for support to parents and families, and to prevent violence in the province. Despite budget constraints, the Western Cape province is supporting parents as part of an internationally recognised approach to violence prevention.

You are invited! Join Jelly Beanz for a 3-day Play Therapy Workshop

Years ago, we understood the language of play, but as we grew into adulthood, words may have become the language we are now more familiar with. If we want to provide healing experiences for children that have experienced trauma, abuse or neglect, it is critical that we re-learn the language of play with Children. Join Jelly Beans for a 3-day play therapy workshop from the 5^th to the 7^th of June in Durbanville, Cape Town.

Job Opening: The SVRI is looking for a Knowledge Coordinator

The SVRI is seeking a Knowledge Coordinator who will support the Administration and Knowledge Manager with tasks related to day to day administration needs, membership management, social media posts, website management, and coordinating the production of online events for SVRI. In addition, this role will liaise with the CSV Solutions Hub team members to ensure that events, products, and other activities are disseminated or implemented effectively. Closing date: 13 June 2023.