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 Upcoming Trainings
CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE
This workshop provides participants with a basic understanding/review of the dynamics of child sexual
abuse. Facts and myths regarding sex offenders and grooming techniques will be discussed. In addition, normal vs. problematic sexual behavior, signs and symptoms, disclosures, laws and legal responsibilities,
prevention techniques, and how to respond to sexual abuse will be addressed. INTERSECTIONS: MULTICULTURAL ISSUES AND SEXUAL ASSAULT
This workshop will provide participants with an overview of discrimination, prejudice, stereotypes, identity, oppression, privilege, and how they relate to sexual violence. Through lecture, interactive discussions and
activities, participants will explore language and issues to consider when working with individuals victimized by sexual violence, regarding their different experiences and backgrounds.
- April 9, 2008 4:00-7:00pm
Intersections: Multicultural Issues and Sexual Abuse
3 CEUs
Cost $25
Contact Sandra Malone at 401-421-4100 or smalone@dayoneri.org to register.
MYSPACE IS YOURSPACE
This workshop will cover basic information on how to navigate and safely use websites like MySpace and
Facebook. The correlation of technology use and the current escalation of concerns associated with safety will be examined. Information concerning sexual abuse and other safety issues relating to online use
by children, adolescents and adults will be addressed.
- April 23, 2008 6:00-8:00pm
MySpace is Your Space: Sexual Abuse and Internet Safety
2 CEUs
Cost $25
Contact Sandra Malone at 401-421-4100 or smalone@dayoneri.org to register.
SEXUAL INTERACTIONS: WHERE DO YOU DRAW THE LINE?
This workshop provides a comprehensive overview of the history, dynamics, and different forms of sexual
harassment to better understand the nature of this phenomenon. In addition, street harassment, the objectification of women, progression of sexual violence, social norms, and policy development will be
explored to enable participants to create healthy environments as well as respond to situations. SEXUAL VIOLENCE 101: WHAT EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW
This overview will provide participants with information concerning the dynamics and progression of sexual violence. Myths about victimization and offending and how they reinforce and perpetuate violent attitudes
and behaviors are explored. Topics covered include: different forms of sexual abuse, consent issues, types of force, effects of victimization, rape trauma syndrome, and disclosing and reporting issues.
Volunteer Advocate Training for Victims of Crime Helpline
Volunteer advocates provide support, information, referrals and safety planning to victims at hospitals and
police departments throughout Rhode Island. This 36-hour training provides them with skills, knowledge, and confidence to work with victims of all ages. There is particular need for volunteers who are bilingual
and able to work with diverse populations. The Victims of Crime Helpline is a collaborative project between Day one and the Blackstone Valley
Advocacy Center, on behalf of the six domestic violence agencies of the RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The next training session is scheduled to begin May 14, 2008 .
Trainings are held weeknights from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Day One. Meals will be provided.For more information and to sign up, contact:
Susan Black Hughes, Volunteer Advocate Coordinator
401-421-4100, ext. 146
or shughes@dayoneri.org
Past training topics have included: IDENTIFY, INVESTIGATE and RESPOND to Abuse Against
Older Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities
This initiative was made possible with grant funding from the Office on Violence Against Women of the U.S.
Department of Justice (Grant #2004-EW-AX-K008). Spearheaded by Day One – The Sexual Assault and
Trauma Resource Center and its partners – the RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence, PAL: An Advocacy
Organization for Families and People with Disabilities, the Alliance for Better Long Term Care, and the Elder
Justice Unit of the RI Attorney General's Office – this initiative provided training opportunities for law
enforcement, prosecutors, and other criminal justice professionals. The primary training topics prepared criminal justice professionals to identify, investigate and prosecute instances of abuse, neglect,
exploitation and violence, both domestic and sexual, against the elderly and individuals with disabilities. Advocacy Collaboration Training
ACT to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities
Day one, in collaboration with the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence and PAL: An Advocacy Organization for Families and People with Disabilities, planned a Train-the-Trainers program for Rhode Island
professionals and advocates in the fields of domestic violence, sexual assault, and disability services. The workshops consisted of interactive sessions to give participants a comprehensive understanding of
domestic violence, sexual assault, disability and their intersection. One of the most important components of the workshop was the opportunity to bring together professionals in the fields of sexual assault,
domestic violence and disability advocacy for the first time to network, problem-solve and build partnerships for prevention and safety planning. Additionally, information on how to effectively facilitate
discussion and train on these issues was an integral part of the Train-the-Trainers program. One of the main training materials, given to participants, was a Resource Guide of services available to
individuals with disabilities, and those who work with them. This Resource Guide is used by Rhode Island professionals in the domestic violence, sexual assault, and disability fields to make referrals, obtain
information, and further collaborative efforts being made by all those trying to better serve people in our communities. We provided comprehensive agency information including agency hours, languages spoken,
and brief descriptions of any advocacy, counseling, or direct services available to individuals with disabilities. This project is supported by Grant #2004-FW-AX-K021, an Education and Technical Assistance Grant to
End Violence Against Women with Disabilities, awarded by the Office of Violence Against Women, Office of Justice Programs, United States Department of Justice.
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