The objective of this course is to expand knowledge of critical aspects of sexual violence prevention. We will begin with an overview of sexual violence prevention, which includes a discussion of public health theory and its relevance to primary prevention efforts. Next, we will introduce a few models and approaches to serve as a foundation for the work of sexual violence prevention. Because the community development process is a major part of the work done around…
There are community sexual assault programs that serve every county in Washington State. These programs operate 24 hour / 7 days a week and are accredited to provide sexual assault services that includes:
Some programs might also offer…
The Office of Court Innovation at the Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a Court Program Analyst to support the work of courthouse facilitators statewide, as courthouse facilitators play an important role in the larger initiative to improve equity and access in the courts. The newly-developed Court Program Analyst for the Courthouse Facilitators Initiative will help develop education and curriculum for courthouse facilitators, update manuals and resources, help establish…
According to a wave of recent new reports and high-profile books, "hookup" culture is in the process of replacing traditional dating on college campuses — radically altering how young people think about intimacy and sex, and liberating young women from patriarchal rituals and norms. But for anyone looking to get a handle on these allegedly transformative changes, there's been little beyond speculation and anecdotal evidence. This presentation by Stanford University's Paula England, a leading…
The 30-hour Advocate Core training is designed to help new sexual assault advocates provide responsive and effective advocacy to survivors of sexual assault. This training meets the requirements as outlined by OCVA. This training has been designed to increase both the knowledge and skill base for training participants and emphasizes a participant-centered training approach.
Advocate Core is considered an introductory, entry-level sexual assault training designed for new volunteers…
Maury Nation and colleagues completed research that looked at successful prevention programs and identified criteria that were commonly found in these programs. These are referred to as the Nine Principles of Effective Prevention Programs. The Nine Principles serve as a good checklist when reviewing prevention plans to ensure that multiple criterion are met.
The main responsibilities of this Commerce Specialist 2 (Program Coordinator) position are assisting the Sexual Assault Services Section with grant program development and implementation, providing technical assistance to community partners with consultation from section manager, monitoring compliance and accuracy of data with reporting to support data driven decisions, as well as managing the full grant cycle.
This position works within the Office of Crime Victims Advocacy (OCVA),…
Over the last few years The White House has taken actions to call attention to the scope of campus sexual violence, provide guidance to schools on how to effectively respond when violence has occurred, improve Title IX enforcement, and prevent campus sexual assault.
The White House and partners have used many avenues such as launching a resource website and large-scale public awareness campaigns to start the conversation in communities. Additionally, The White House worked with the…
Lisa M. Swisher, Clinical Associate Professor, is a clinical child psychologist and a member of the faculty at the Center on Child Abuse and Neglect. Dr. Swisher received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Oklahoma State University. Currently, she is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Swisher is the Co-Director for the Children with Sexual Behavior Problems (CSBP) program for school age children and…
All services provided by this Program are confidential. The Program recognizes the very personal and private nature of the information that may be shared by those dealing with the trauma of sexual assault. The Program is committed to honoring the choices of survivors and to provide services in a manner that facilitates client empowerment. The Program will take all necessary steps under this policy and Washington and federal law to preserve the privacy rights of those who receive its services…
ED manages the daily operations of the agency and its programs, services and staff within the framework and guidelines established by the BOD. Successful candidate must have work and life experience that demonstrates an understanding of domestic violence and sexual violence and how they intersect with other forms of oppression. Master’s level degree in a field relevant to the job is preferred but is not required. Minimum 4 years of experience as a manager/director of a community based not-…
Latinx immigrant and refugee survivors have unique advocacy needs. They may have had experiences, such as border crossing or anti-immigrant political rhetoric, that affect their sense of safety and security. It may be more difficult for these survivors to obtain services because of language barriers as well as cultural norms and beliefs. Advocacy efforts must address these barriers to ensure all survivors have access to services. The following information is intended for advocates who work…
Technology increasingly affects all of our lives and has specific and critical impacts on work with survivors. Survivors often need information on how to be safe while using technology, support around online harassment, and options related to unauthorized distribution of sexually explicit images. Emerging technologies from social media to national databases pose challenges for safety, privacy, communication, and outreach. Advocates have an important role to play in research, options, and…
The Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs is committed to protecting personal privacy and confidentiality. To uphold this commitment, WCSAP will not sell or license to any third party, any personal contact information we receive from you. This commitment also extends to protecting the privacy of any communications we receive through our website. Any communications received through our website will be kept confidential and personally identifying information will not be used without…
The COVID-19 crisis has led to an increase in domestic violence and compounded trauma for survivors of sexual assault. Both COVID-19 itself and the crisis caused by the pandemic disproportionately impact survivors in communities of color. While both the need for and the expense of providing sexual assault and domestic violence services are increasing, many programs have seen a decrease in donations due to the economic downturn and other COVID-19 related…
This position provides mobile outreach, advocacy, and prevention services throughout Whatcom County, with a focus on rural communities and youth. The Mobile Rural Service Coordinator will work to maintain a strong DVSAS presence in Whatcom County’s rural areas by building and maintaining relationships with community leaders and groups, and by coordinating the delivery of outreach presentations and activities at events throughout the county. They will also work directly with youth in schools…
