Understand trauma reactions and learn tangible skills to support sexual violence survivors at this workshop by AWARE’s SACC.

We can use our own words and actions to convey zero tolerance for sexual assault. But while we can all agree that sexual assault should never happen to anyone, we may not always know the right thing to say when it does.

It is not always easy for survivors to tell someone about what happened. In fact, for some survivors, it can be especially daunting. First response that is sensitive to the survivor’s needs and choices is necessary in preventing re-victimisation.

SACSACC’s First Responder Training helps familiarise participants with trauma reactions and symptoms to better contribute to a survivor’s well-being. In this workshop, SACC will share more on the following:

1. Definition of sexual assault and harassment
2. Recognising Singapore’s legal framework
3. Understanding consent
4. Understanding the impact of sexual assault and trauma on survivors
5. Role of a first responder
6. Providing support to survivors of sexual assault
7. Resources available for help
8. Key skills such as ensuring safety, active listening and empathy

Under AWARE’s #AimForZeroSG campaign, this popular workshop has been made as affordable and accessible as possible. While you are welcome to pay what you can, we suggest a sum of $10 per workshop attendee.

When: 25 September 2019, 3.00pm – 7.30pm [4.5 hours]
Where: 5 Dover Crescent #01-22 S(130005)
For whom: Parents, educators, all NGO/VWO staff and volunteers, social sector professionals or students above 16 years old studying a relevant discipline (e.g. psychology, counselling, social work etc.)
Cost: Pay what you can; suggested donation $10 (Light refreshments will be provided)

Slots for this workshop are limited to 60 sign-ups only. Persons of all genders and nationalities are more than welcome to attend. Walk-ins are welcome!

We strongly request that all participants commit to the full duration of the 4.5-hour workshop to ensure that everyone will get the opportunity to engage in interactive discussions and learn useful skills.

Register here!