Project Sister Family Services

And that’s a wrap on Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Thank you to everyone who supported Project Sister Family Services and our but first, Consent campaign. To our partners- Thank you for you support! This couldn’t have been possible without y’all. We love our local coffee shops and having them partner with us on our campaign was so cool! To our community-Thank you for joining us on our mission. From tagging us in your pictures, to sharing our campaign, joining our IG li...ves, signing the pledge- we noticed all of you! It was so incredible seeing our community spread awareness about consent and sexual violence. To those who signed the pledge.. WOW thank you. By signing that pledge you committed to asking for consent before engaging in sexual activities. If you didn’t sign the pledge, that is okay! This is a commitment that anybody can do. It does not only apply to SAAM. Asking for consent is something that you should do every time you are going to initiate something with another person. Continue to practice consent, the more you do, the easier it’ll become. P.S- just because SAAM is over doesn’t mean we’re going anywhere. Our job does not stop here! P.S.S. The look back at our campaign slider, were done by a ULV student who helped us for her senior project :) thank you @jansw0rld See more

I am sure you might’ve seen the consent chart all throughout our campaign postcard. But here is a more in depth guideline for engaging in consensual sex. (If you’ve already seen this post.. sorry typos)

Clothing is NEVER an excuse or an invitation to rape. Join us in wearing jeans today to support survivors and educate our community about sexual violence.

Grab your coffee and join us for our final SAAM IG Live, TOMORROW at 1pm.

GOOD NEWS THURSDAY! We are rolling out our Be a Better You series once again! In these four sessions, we will learn about what it looks like to be a healthy person in your relationships. Whether it’s a romantic relationship, a friendship , or a familial relationship, we all need to know how to keep flourishing! Knowing these key concepts can help prevent violence in your communities; Especially teen dating violence. ... Join us starting December 7th and use the link on the flyer to register! These sessions are open to middle school, high school, and TAY students. DM us if you have any questions & share this with your friends! Can’t wait to meet you! *happy dance*

The Resource Guide for Survivors of Sexual Abuse Behind Bars is a unique state-by-state guide to support services for survivors who are still incarcerated, those who have been released, and loved ones on the outside who are searching for ways to help. To find resources in your state, please visit: justdetention.org/service/ #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believ...esurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #advocacy #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #nonprofit #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien See more

The Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) of 2003 was established to address the sexual abuse and sexual harassment of offenders in confinement settings. On August 20, 2012, the PREA Standards Final Rule, to help prevent, detect, and respond to sexual violence, staff sexual misconduct, and sexual harassment behind bars was released, prompting the revision of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) PREA policy. CDCR’S PREA policy establishes zer...o tolerance for sexual abuse, staff sexual misconduct, and sexual harassment and provides guildelines for the prevention, detection, response, investigation, and tracking of allegations against CDCR offenders. A further purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the successful community re-entry of offenders. #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believesurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #nonprofit #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #veteranas #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien

People with different disabilities may face different challenges and have very different needs. Some disabilities may put people at higher risk for crimes like sexual assault or abuse. * Someone who needs regular assistance may rely on a person who is abusing them for care, a common factor in elder abuse. The perpetrator may use this power to threaten, coerce, or force someone into non-consensual sex or sexual activities. * An abuser may take away access to the tools a person... with a disability uses to communicate, such as a computer or phone. * People with disabilities may be less likely to be taken seriously when they make a report of sexual assault or abuse. They may also face challenges in accessing services to make a report in the first place. For example, someone who is Deaf for Deaf-Blind may face challenges accessing communication tools, like a phone, to report the crime or get help. * Many people with disabilities may not understand or lack information about healthy sexuality and the types of touching that are appropriate or inappropriate. This can be especially challenging if a person’s disability requires other people to touch them to provide care. Consent is crucial when any person engages in sexual activity, but it plays an even bigger, and potentially more complicated role when someone has a disability. Some disabilities may make it difficult to communicate consent to participate in sexual activity, and perpetrators may take advantage of this. People with disabilities may also not be given the same education about sexuality and consent that people without disabilities receive. In addition, someone who has a developmental or intellectual disability may not have the ability to consent to sexual activity, as defined by the state laws. In many instances, the person who has a disability may rely on the perpetrator for care or support, making it even more difficult to come forward. Take steps to reduce the risk of something happening to a loved one by asking prospective caregivers questions about safety and standards of care. #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolenc

Middle schoolers, high schoolers and young adults, there is still time to join! Register at bit.ly/BeABetterYou20 Take some time to explore what it means to be a good friend, partner and a better bystander when dealing with dating violence! We provide a safe, respectful and open space for teens to explore what this all mean for them

People with disabilities are victimized by crime at higher rates than the rest of the population, according to the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS). The term disability, as used by the Department of Justice in the NCVS, includes a wide range of limitations such as sensory (vision, hearing), cognitive, self-care, and ambulatory or mobility limitations. People with different disabilities may face different challenges and have very different needs. Some disabilities ...may put people at higher risk for crimes like sexual assault or abuse. #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believesurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #advocacy #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #nonprofit #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien

Attending college can be very unfamiliar because of the environment, and the people. Each year, for 35 of every 1,000 college women, those life-changing events will include a sexual assault. Please know that you are not alone. It wasn’t your fault. We are here to help. #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believesurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #advocacy #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #nonprofit #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien

Sexual Violence on campus is pervasive. Being surrounded by numerous colleges, it is important to recognize the prevalence of Sexual Violence on these campuses and what we can do for students to ensure this doesn’t continue to happen. #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believesurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #advocacy #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #nonprofit #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien

Project Sister is proud to bring a new program to our community- Be A Better You! This is a five week online course that helps teens and TAY (transitional age youth) identify healthy and unhealthy behaviors in relationships. Be A Better You is designed for teens and provides a safe, fun, and interactive setting to explore what it means to be a good friend.... We cover the topics of: effective communication, identifying feelings, helping friends in unhealthy relationships, and more! Register FOR FREE at bit.ly/BeABetterYou20 and receive supplies for the program! Sessions will begin October 5th and they will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00- 5:30 PM. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please email [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.

The tragic death of Vanessa Guillén has brought the nation’s attention to the impact of sexual violence within the military. There is still so much to be done in order to ensure that when someone enlists they will be safe from sexual harassment and assault. #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believesurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #advocacy #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #nonprofit #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien

When sexual violence occurs within a military setting, whether in training, active duty, or at a military service academy, it can lead to a unique set of issues, concerns, and experiences. Men and women are often living or working with the person who committed this violence. For fear of not being believed or retaliation, survivors would rather not come forward and report or get the services that they need. * these numbers are not counting the number of UNREPORTED cases ** RE...STRICTED REPORTING: Sexual assault survivors who want to confidentially disclose a sexual assault without triggering an official investigation and receive medical treatment, advocacy services, legal assistance, and counseling. ***UNRESTRICTED REPORTING: This option is for victims of sexual assault who desire medical treatment, counseling, legal assistance, SARC/SHARP Specialist and VA/SHARP Specialist assistance, and an official investigation of the crime. #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believesurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #advocacy #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #veteranas #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien

We believe that self-identification is important to a survivor’s identity and it is why we welcome all. We know that marginalized communities disproportionately experience sexual violence and face additional barriers. But know, we are here for you. You are not alone. We still have so much work to do in order to end systematic racism and historical oppression, until ultimately there is a world free of violence. ... #metoomovement #timesup #letstalkconsent #butfirstconsent #endvictimblaming #endrapeculture #endsexualassault #endsexualviolence #consent #iask #believesurvivors #projectsisterfamilyservices #support #advocacy #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingprevention #endhumantrafficking #metoo #standup #speakout #community #nonprofit #IamVanessaGuillen #sayhername #veteran #veteransupport #military #fordaisy #BalanceTonPorc #YoTambien

Happy fall, y’all! Project Sister is proud to bring a new program to our community- Be A Better You! ... This is a five week online course that helps middle and high school youth identify healthy and unhealthy behaviors in relationships. Be A Better You is designed for teens and provides a safe, fun, and interactive setting to explore what it means to be a good friend. We cover the topics of: effective communication, identifying feelings, helping friends in unhealthy relationships, and more! Register FOR FREE at bit.ly/BeABetterYou20 by SEPTEMBER 24 and receive supplies for the program! Sessions will begin September 28th and they will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00- 5:30 PM. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please email [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.