ESTEVAN — In collaboration with the Sexual Assault Services of Saskatchewan and the Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services, Envision Counselling and Support Centre announced an upcoming training session designed for professionals and paraprofessionals working with individuals impacted by sexual violence.
Community members interested in enhancing their skills and confidence in addressing sexual abuse and sexual assault are also welcome to attend.
"This beginner-level training, while comprehensive, is open to individuals from various fields, including but not limited to health, social services, education, and justice," Envision said in a news release. "Professionals such as nurses, physicians, social workers, youth workers, mental health workers, teachers, school counsellors, police officers, victim services workers, and faith leaders are encouraged to attend."
According to Envision's Counselling programs supervisor, Edna Franks, "Following this training, participants will leave with valuable education and tools across six modules, including critical communication skills, understanding the criminal code and consent, the impacts of sexual violence, reporting options, debunking myths, trauma education, and fostering hope. These skills are essential for navigating traumatic events and having meaningful conversations in these difficult circumstances."
This comprehensive Identify, Respond and Refer training will be held in Weyburn at Weyburn Credit Union on Oct. 1 and 2 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and in Estevan at Days Inn on Oct. 8 and 9 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The cost is $150 per participant, which includes a participant manual, lunch, refreshments, snacks and two full days of training. The registration deadline is Sept. 23 with no refunds available. Due to the hands-on nature of the training, space is limited to 20 participants per session.
For more information or to register for the training, please contact Envision Counselling and Support Centre. This training provides an opportunity for participants to enhance their capacity to support survivors of sexual violence in their personal and professional lives.
Sexual Assault Services of Saskatchewan maintains responsibility for this program.
