First Responder to Sexual Assault and Abuse Training™ is a comprehensive training to build the capacity of our RDP community to assess and respond effectively to disclosures of sexual assault and sexual abuse. Survivors who receive safe and supportive responses to disclosures of sexual violence are more likely to access the supports they need. 

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Define sexual violence and describe its various forms
• Understand the short and long term impacts of sexual violence across the lifespan
• Articulate why sexual violence is never the fault of the person who has been harmed
• Explain the attitudes and beliefs that perpetuate sexual violence and other root causes
• Provide a positive and supportive first response to a disclosure of sexual violence
• Identify resources and referrals to support those who have experienced sexual violence

Facilitated by Counsellor Heather MacLean and another trained facilitator. 

PLEASE NOTE: This training is TWO FULL days. Thursday September 18th & Friday September 19th. You will need to attend both days to receive your certificate.

Registration is Required

Location: Room 2004