The Meaning behind the Mandates: Planning for Prevention and a System that Serves Survivors
Presenters:
Robyn Wiktorski-Reynolds, LMSW; Advocate Program Coordinator, Crisis Services
Anna Sotelo-Peryea, MUP; Public Health Planner, Violence Prevention Specialist, University at Buffalo
Charita Price, MS, LMHC; Counselor, Canisius College
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As colleges and universities we are increasingly feeling the pressure of the national spotlight on college accountability and escalating emphasis on meeting mandates around sexual assault prevention and response. It is easy to lose sight of the meaning behind the mandates. Join us to explore the approaches taken at two dissimilar institutions. Participants will:
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Learn the role of a Rape Crisis Center to assist with coalition building and victim response
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Gain tools for engaging campus stakeholders and planning for prevention
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Learn about approaches to launching bystander intervention programming
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Have the opportunity to ask questions