Upcoming Workshop | November 18-19, 2026 | Reno, Nevada

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

This two-day event is specifically for Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Tribal Affairs Division grantees. The Implementation Workshop is designed to strengthen grantees’ ability to successfully implement and manage their grant projects and provide 1:1 training and support. The workshop will also provide an environment for Tribal leaders to connect with OVW staff and Tribal Coalitions. Sessions include: 

• In-person discussion with OVW grants management, evaluation, and financial staff
• In-person discussion with OVW TA providers
• Peer sharing/learning
• Project development, management, and planning
• Best-Practices in addressing violence against women

 

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Please note that OVW Tribal Governments Program, OVW Tribal Coalitions Program, OVW Tribal Sexual Assault Services Program, OVW Tribal Jurisdictions Program, and OVW Tribal SAUSA Program funds can be used to support travel costs for participation in the event.

Agenda Coming Soon!
 

ASSESSMENT FORM

Prior to day two of the workshop, all grantees will be required to complete the STAR assessment tool. Please work with your program team members to complete this PDF prior to attending. All grantees should bring the completed form with them to day two of the workshop, either electronically or in printed copy. 

DOWNLOAD STAR ASSESSMENT FORM 

If you have any questions regarding the workshop, please reach out to Jennifer.Marsh@usdoj.gov or call 202-802-5626.
 

HOTEL & TRAVEL INFORMATION

Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
2500 E. 2nd Street 
Reno, NV 89595
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HOTEL RESERVATIONS | Deadline to Reserve Room is Monday, October 19.

Room Rate: $138
Hotel room rates are subject to applicable taxes. The taxes and fees are currently 13% Washoe County Room tax and a daily $2.00 Tourism Surcharge fee. 

RESERVE HOTEL ROOM ONLINE NEED UPDATED LINK

Note: The room block is only available November 15 - 18 with checkout on November 19. If you try and book outside these dates, the hotel will show as sold out.

If you have any issues reserving a room via the link, please call to make your reservation. Note: A $4.95 plus tax fee will be charged to use this service. To reserve hotel room over the phone, call (800) 648-5080 and state that you need a reservation under the OVW Tribal Affairs Division Grant Implementation Workshop Room Block.
 

TRAVEL DETAILS

PARKING INFORMATION

Parking at the hotel is complimentary.
 

TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES

The hotel is approximately 8 minutes away from the airport. Hotel provides a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport. Guests will receive an Airport Shuttle Pass at check-in for the return trip to the airport. 

• To Airport: Shuttle leaves the hotel every 30 minutes; first departure at 4:30am; last departure at 12:00am (midnight)
• From Airport: Shuttle leaves airport every 30 minutes; first departure at 4:45am; last departure at 12:15am
   

AIRPORT INFORMATION

Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
2001 E. Plumb Lane
Reno, NV 89502
Distance from hotel: 2.1 miles