What to do if... Sexual Assault Response Training

How would you respond if someone told you that he or she had been raped? Would you hug that person to provide comfort or would it be a better idea to give them distance? What questions would you ask to be helpful while remaining unobtrusive and nonjudgmental?

These are important questions to consider when one considers the fact that sexual assault affects 1 out of every 4 women and 1 out of every 8 men. Learn how to assist a sexual assault victim, from medical assistance to rebuilding trust. 

The discussion is based on the guidelines in The COS Sexual Misconduct Response Training Manual. We cover reporting options as well as the importance of emotional support in recovery. Rape-Related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (also known as Rape Trauma Syndrome) is defined and elucidated through real life examples. The goal of this highly interactive workshop is to build confidence and competency with helping others in a crisis situation. The program can be tailored for faculty, staff, residence life staff, counselors, peer counselors, or peer leaders.

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