Much of sexual violence prevention is informed by public health thought. It is partly because of funding (Rape Prevention & Education dollars are administered by the Centers for Disease Control), and partly because the prevention of violence using a public health approach has been gaining evidence as an effective strategy.
The public health approach aims to reduce the collective costs and impacts of injury and illness. While individuals experience a range of personal negative…
DVSAS is hiring an Safe-Housing Advocate! This position is responsible for providing empowerment-based direct services to adult and child shelter residents and callers on the 24-hour helpline and for ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the shelter facilities. Direct services include: shelter intakes; safety planning; emotional support; education about domestic violence, sexual assault, and trauma responses; referrals to community resources; crisis intervention; accountability discussions…
