Join us in honoring exemplary advocates, organizations and community members that have made significant contributions over the last year in the movement to end violence against Native women and children. 
On October 28, as we gather to honor exemplary advocates, service providers, tribal law enforcement, leaders and community members that have contributed and supported CSVANW’s mission, we remind our communities about the important partnerships between those in the field and our esteemed tribal leadership and our state and federal officials.
This work is a movement.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2017
6 to 9 p.m., Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
Dress to impress or traditional attire.
SILENT AUCTION
Live and silent auctions featuring handcrafted Pueblo pottery, Navajo rugs, award-winning jewelry and Native American Art.
To submit an item for action, please contact Angel Charley, 505-243-9199.
The event is sold out!
Would you still like to help the Coalition with its mission? Please consider donating.
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Leadership Award of Excellence
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The Leadership Award of Excellence is awarded to a transformational tribal or community leader who has demonstrated integrity in leadership, commitment and dedication to visionary advocacy in addressing the high levels of violence against Native women and children at the state, tribal and national levels. CSVANW recognizes the importance of visionary leadership and highlights the achievements of a leader who has made significant contributions to not only their community, but to all tribal communities in the work to end violence against Native women and children. David received a degree in economics and professional management from Albion College and his law degree from the University of New Mexico School of Law. David is also a member of the Sault St. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians of Michigan, and resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico. David Adams prosecuted major crimes as a Assistant United States Attorney and served as a Tribal Liaison to the 22 Pueblos and Nations in New Mexico. He also worked on community outreach and engagement which led to recognition by the United States Attorney General for enhancing public safety in Indian Country and for his commitment to combating violence against women. Before working with the Department of Justice, David worked for a Pueblo in New Mexico for five years lending his expertise in civil and criminal law. David presents at conferences around the country on violent crime, teaching best practices to help victims becomes survivors. |
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Advocate of the Year
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Upon receiving funding from the Office for Victims of Crime and being hired as a Victim Advocate, Nadine began a mission to establish a solid victim assistance program in the Pueblo of Isleta. She was instrumental in drafting the first Pueblo of Isleta Victim Services Handbook, which was adopted by the tribal council in 2017. She coordinated three separate victims’ rights trainings with her partners for the entire police department and tribal courts and provided training to more than five dozen public safety officials. She made enormous strides in establishing the program in a short amount time with the support from her tribal leadership as well as from the Chief of Police, Lieutenants, the Prosecutor’s office and her fellow colleagues. Today, the Pueblo of Isleta is a model program for not only its Victim Assistance Program but also for its strong Coordinated Community Response Team. |
Advocate of the Year Award is awarded to a distinguished individual who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in and commitment to victim assistance, advocacy and support of Native women and children who are impacted by domestic violence and/or sexual assault.|
First Responder of the Year
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 Criminal investigators are typically called first to the scene of a crime in order to investigate and process the evidence. It is important that the first person to a scene of the crime protect the evidence appropriately- as this directly impacts whether a case can be prosecuted or not. With the low rates of prosecution in domestic and sexual violence cases, ensuring cases have solid investigations is vital if the victim wants to move forward with prosecution.
It has been an honor for CSVANW to recognize Special Agent Marcelino ToersBijn for his service, dedication and commitment to Native women and children. Special Agent ToersBijn is an active member of the Pueblo of Laguna Child Protection Team and is diligent about keeping tribal leadership, tribal courts and federal partners abreast of cases as they move forward and coordinates response and support with the local tribal advocates. He goes above and beyond in his role, often being an advocate within the child protection team and ensuring that child victims have access to advocates, services and support. He has provided true partnership, collaboration and humble service within the child protection team and the communities in which he serves by being a voice at the table and ensuring all partners are included. |
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Emerging Leader of the Year
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Pauly is studying mass communication and journalism at the University of New Mexico. Interested in writing from a young age, she began her first book at 8, and her first poetry at 9. Pauly served as an Intern-Reporter for the Navajo Times in 2012 and has published many articles on critical issues that tribal communities face. She has also studied audio production and interned for the National Native News working with anchor and producer Antonia Gonzalez. Pauly is currently the Associated Students of UNM representative for the KUNM Advisory Board. |
The Emerging Leader Award is awarded to a young tribal or community leader who is transforming leadership with integrity, commitment and dedication to visionary advocacy in addressing the high levels of violence against Native women and children at the state, tribal and national levels. CSVANW recognizes the importance of visionary leadership and highlights the achievements of a young emerging leader who has made significant contributions to not only their community, but to all tribal communities in the work to end violence against Native women and children.|
Excellence in Community Health and Wellness
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After two years of advocacy, planning and development, the Northern Navajo Medical Center dedicated its first sexual assault nurse examiner room this past January 2017 to provide sexual assault victims with services and support. After a long battle and many hours of advocacy, survivors of sexual assault can now be seen closer to home. The service is being provided through a partnership between the hospital and Sexual Assault Services of Northwest New Mexico, and by funding from the Domestic Violence Prevention Initiative under the Indian Health Service and the Department of Health. |
The Excellence in Community Health and Wellness Award is awarded to a notable partner who has demonstrated outstanding support and services to Native women and children who have been impacted by domestic violence and/or sexual assault. CSVANW recognizes the importance of support and services in overall community health and well-being.|
Excellence in Community Engagement
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 The Excellence in Community Engagement Award is awarded to a distinguished partner who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in and commitment to outreach and community engagement in raising awareness about domestic and sexual violence and its impacts on our Native women and children.The Native American Community Academy Healing Peers’ students have worked tirelessly to raise community awareness about the violence occurring within their communities and have worked to break the cycle of violence by implementing community-based youth prevention initiatives that are for youth, by youth. They have developed a young empowerment model that focuses on providing leadership development and support for their student peers. They have created strong collaborations between programs and organizations for the mutually beneficially exchange of knowledge, education and resources in a context of partnership and reciprocity. |
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Excellence in Public Safety
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The BIA OJS Special Agents have actively worked with tribal leadership, tribal courts and federal partners to investigate and prosecute thirty-six habitual offenders and domestic violence strangulation cases in New Mexico tribal communities. As first responders, they have collectively worked on these cases as a direct response and commitment to address public safety in the communities they serve. The Special Assistant United States Attorney (SAUSA) Project has been instrumental in prosecuting the cases that move forward in the system. As agents, they devote the time and attention required to each case and work with local law enforcement agencies, as well as tribal and federal victim services to connect and support survivors in the aftermath of the crime. |
The Excellence in Public Safety Award is awarded to a notable partner and/or agency who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, dedication and commitment to responding to and supporting the public safety of Native women and children impacted by domestic violence and/or sexual assault. CSVANW recognizes public safety as one of the most vital components of our tribal communities. The Award recognizes the exceptional contributions and impact that the partner has created through its work and mission.|
Excellence in Advocacy
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 The Excellence in Public Safety Award is awarded to a notable partner who has demonstrated outstanding advocacy and commitment to raising awareness about the impacts of domestic violence and/or sexual assault on Native women and children. CSVANW recognizes advocacy as one of the most effective ways in stopping violence. The Award recognizes the exceptional contributions and impact that the partner has created through its work, mission and efforts.
In her capacity as the Native American Committee Chair for the statewide Intimate Partner Violent Death Review Team, Cheryl guides and brings a much-needed perspective to committee meetings. In her current position as Domestic Violence Specialist for Jicarilla Apache Behavioral Health, Cheryl has provided comprehensive batterers intervention training and advocacy. She often goes above and beyond her role- collecting household items, clothes and job information for her clients. She sits on many multi-disciplinary teams and coordinated community response teams across the state; and works to inspire and empower survivors of both domestic and sexual violence through community events and outreach.
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