Itinerary:

This two hour workshop covers all the basics (and then some…) to get you ready to help someone experiencing violence. The workshop is split into three sections

• Section 1: Basic terms & what you need to know about violence
• Section 2: Review of 5 pointed Interventions that could help someone
• Section 3: Post intervention follow up

Content Overview:

Throughout the training you will learn many valuable lessons, but our most crucial lesson is when we review all 5 intervention types and the moments where they are to be utilized.

• Harm Reduction & Allyship: Reducing the impact of violence on the survivor/victim;
• Prevention Talk: Having a talk with someone whose behaviours are escalating;
• Bystander Training: The 5 D’s for breaking up tense moments;
• Calling Law Enforcement: Understanding who people of safety are for those you are helping, create plans around imminent harm and how to make the most out of calling the police should you need to;
• Safety Planning for Fleeing Violence: Creating a harm reduction inspired safety plan for fleeing violence .

We guarantee that after our training session, you will feel more confident and educated as well as consider yourself capable to help someone in need.