Services

At Shaquera’s Story, we believe in disrupting the cycle of intimate partner violence (IPV) by equipping survivors, communities, and organizations with tools for prevention, advocacy, and healing.

Whether you are a survivor seeking empowerment, an organization looking to strengthen your response, or an institution aiming to create safer spaces, we provide customized services rooted in lived experience, research, and community leadership.

Trainings & Workshops

Our trainings are designed to educate, inspire, and build capacity for individuals and organizations working to end domestic violence.

Domestic Abuse/Sexual Assault Training

Cost: $250

This multi-week training program raises awareness about domestic abuse and sexual assault, emphasizing that it is never acceptable—regardless of gender. Participants will gain both knowledge and practical strategies for prevention, advocacy, and survivor support.

Training Topics Include:

  • Domestic violence defined by CDC guidelines, including physical, sexual, stalking, and psychological aggression. Covers prevalence across demographics, including IPV, child abuse, and elder abuse.

  • Explores the physical, emotional, psychological, and financial toll of abuse on individuals and families, including children who witness violence.

  • Reviews the evolution of attitudes toward DV, the Women’s Liberation Movement, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and cultural/systemic disparities (e.g., racial inequities, LGBTQIA+ challenges).

  • Identifies physical, emotional, sexual, and economic abuse, and explains manipulation frameworks like the Power and Control Wheel and G.A.M.E.S. Model (Gaslighting, Accusatory, Manipulative, Egotistical, Shaming).

  • Provides an overview of 209A restraining orders, constitutional rights, and major legislation such as VAWA, FVPSA, CAPTA, ADA, SaVE Act, and cybercrime laws.

  • Addresses barriers survivors face (fear, stigma, legal mistrust, financial limitations) and systemic perpetuation (school-to-prison pipeline, sexual abuse-to-prison pipeline, trafficking, disproportionate legal representation, DCF involvement, generational trauma).

  • Highlights the importance of timely response, safety planning, use of technology and evidence, and trauma-informed approaches. Includes resources for emergency and community support, with a focus on Massachusetts services.

Available Trainings Include:

  • Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention – Understanding the dynamics, warning signs, and community impact of IPV.

  • Survivor Advocacy & Support – Practical strategies for supporting survivors, safety planning, and reducing stigma.

  • The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children & Families – Exploring the intergenerational impact of IPV and ways to foster resilience.

  • Destigmatizing IPV in Black and BIPOC Communities – Addressing cultural barriers, systemic inequities, and culturally appropriate practices.

  • Domestic Violence, Suicide, and Substance Use Disorders (SUD) – Understanding the intersection of trauma, mental health, and addiction.

  • Sex-Abuse-to-Prison & School-to-Prison Pipeline – Highlighting systemic issues and prevention strategies.

  • Teen Dating Violence-  Addressing the social and cultural effects of behaviors and health outcomes across the continuum when it comes to SDOH that shape young minds experiencing trauma.

We work with nonprofits, community-based organizations, and agencies to strengthen domestic violence initiatives. Our services include:

  • Program design and assessment

  • Data collection and reporting

  • Evaluation of prevention and survivor support programs

  • Recommendations for growth and sustainability

Program Evaluation & Support

With expertise in both policy and practice, we help organizations and coalitions create survivor-centered policies and advance systemic change. Services include:

  • Policy review and recommendations

  • Survivor-informed advocacy strategies

  • Support with coalition building and legislative engagement

Policy & Advocacy Consulting

We provide guidance and hands-on support for securing funding for domestic violence prevention and survivor services. Services include:

  • Grant research and prospecting

  • Proposal writing and editing

  • Partnership building for collaborative grants

  • Reporting and compliance support

Grant Writing Support

Shaquera and our team provide keynotes, panels, and workshop facilitation to raise awareness, inspire action, and foster dialogue around domestic violence. Speaking engagements are tailored for:

  • Schools and universities

  • Nonprofits and community organizations

  • Faith-based groups

  • Businesses and corporate partners

Speaking Engagements

Academic Leadership

We collaborate with schools, colleges, and universities to bring survivor-centered education into academic spaces. Our services include:

  • Guest lectures and campus workshops

  • Student group facilitation and mentoring

  • Support for campus initiatives on IPV prevention and awareness

  • Faculty and staff training on survivor-centered practices

By engaging administrators, faculty, and students, we help equip the next generation with tools for prevention, advocacy, and leadership.

Customized Consultation

Not sure which service best fits your needs? We also offer tailored consultations for organizations and individuals. Whether you’re exploring program design, want to expand survivor services, or are seeking guidance on trauma-informed practices, we’ll create a solution that works for you.

We’re honored to be recognized by community leaders who have witnessed our work firsthand. Hear from Boston City Councilor At-Large, Julia Mejia, on the impact of Shaquera’s Story in supporting survivors, educating service providers, and driving community change.

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