Webinars

Part 3 of 3 of the 2018 PREA Webinar Series...What is implicit bias, and why is it of particular importance when serving incarcerated people? Judgement Under the Radar begins with this discussion, including an explanation of the criminal justice system, traumas that may be experienced as a part of that system, and strategies to reduce bias when serving...

SurvJustice Founder Laura Dunn, Esq. briefly gives a background on her survivor story and national advocacy work on campus sexual violence before launching into a summary of the national movement for campus safety that has been increasing from 2010 to the present. The webinar provides a basic understanding of applicable laws and rights for survivors...

Presented by Jessica Van Iperen of the Sexual Violence Justice Institute (SVJI) at the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA). Sexual Assault Response Teams (SARTs) want to make impactful institutional and system changes. A way to make lasting institutional changes can be through case file review. A process of reviewing case files...

In collaboration with the Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault, End Abuse welcomes Juanita Davis and Lisa Furr from the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL) as they lead participants through a discussion on practical strategies and tips for working collaboratively to enhance supports and services to older survivors. Particular emphasis...

This webinar provides an overview of the NSVRC’s online Evaluation Toolkit and explores tools for culturally responsive evaluation and overall evaluation capacity building. Additionally, the webinar discusses how to do evaluation with limited resources and how the Toolkit can support evaluation at all levels...

The webinar discusses the importance of providing survivors with medically accurate information about emergency contraception to help prevent pregnancy as a result of the assault. It discusses the CCRV law, including the role of the advocate in ensuring survivors medical needs are being met...

Presented by Mike Murray, Policy Director at Wisconsin Alliance for Women’s Health

The webinar discusses the importance of providing survivors with medically accurate information about emergency contraception to help prevent pregnancy as a result of the assault. It discusses the CCRV law, including the role of the advocate in ensuring survivors medical needs are being met.

Sexism, racism, ableism, and homophobia make people of color, those with disabilities, and trans individuals particularly susceptible to sexual violence. Experiences with institutionalized racism, sexism, homophobia, and ableism may make it difficult for college students, faculty, or staff members from these marginalized populations to trust the...

This webinar, divided in to two parts, will explore the ways in which service providers can adapt services to ensure they are both culturally responsive and trauma-informed. We’ll explore the role culture can play in an individual’s trauma and healing; How language, food, customs, status, spiritual beliefs and other cultural realities can play in an individual’s...

This webinar, divided in to two parts, will explore the ways in which service providers can adapt services to ensure they are both culturally responsive and trauma-informed. We’ll explore the role culture can play in an individual’s trauma and healing; How language, food, customs, status, spiritual beliefs and other cultural realities can play in an individual’s...

This webinar presents forensic DNA crime lab application of the sexual assault kit with the purpose of also educating the advocate and survivor on the scientific basics of forensic DNA.

Prevention allows us to explore education outside of classrooms and connect underserved populations. By addressing implicit bias and being willing to build meaningful relationships we can expand our reach and create more violence-free communities. During this workshop, we will discuss implicit bias, identify ways to build community, and provide tips for including these practices in your programs.

This webinar explains how Federal laws may apply to employment situations involving these victims including hire/fire, sexual harassment, accommodations for disability (e.g., time off for treatment), medical confidentiality, and prohibited retaliation. Information will also be provided on how to file an employment discrimination charge with the EEOC.

The presentation, with staff from We All Rise African American Resource Center, features a black sexual assault survivor sharing their personal journey. They discuss the importance of a support system, mental health, and the healing process. They may also address systemic issues, cultural nuance, and ways to raise awareness about sexual assault within the black community. The presentation aims to empower others, foster empathy, and encourage open dialogue on this sensitive topic.

Presented by Pennie Meyers, Executive Director of WCASA, and Patti Seger, Executive Director of End Abuse. Are you new to writing grants, or would you like to brush up on your skills? This webinar provides information on grant writing, including tips for beginners and plenty of opportunities to ask your questions.

In preparation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this webinar discusses harnessing the power of the #MeToo movement to raise awareness and encourage action! Local programs across the state share their events, and Cara Courchesne of MECASA discusses the success of their #CanDo social media campaign.

We talk about white privilege, and other types of privileges, but do we ever think about different types of privileges that are not so “common” but exist? Hearing privilege is one of them. Deaf and hard of hearing people are constantly oppressed by the world we live in, because of their inability to hear and the privileges of those who can. There are individual...

Helplines are a valuable source of connection and safety for survivors of sexual violence. Comprehensive helplines serve as both an entry point to advocacy services and as an avenue for on-going healing support. Join Leah Green and Valerie Davis from the Resource Sharing Project for an interactive conversation exploring the concepts of trauma-informed care to our communication and advocacy skills with survivors, paying particular attention to how the helpline can be a source of connection and empowerment for all survivors in the community.

This webinar focuses the conversation on historically marginalized communities, and shares the challenges they have experienced during their journey. Presenters discuss the anti-oppression framework that serves as a foundation for the WCASA and continues a controversial conversation on what ending sexual violence fueled by multiple, systemic...

Presented by Janie Felton, Intern, WCASA. This recording is a brief over-view of the anti-violence movement in the country and specifically in Wisconsin.

The UMOS Wisconsin Regional Anti-Human Trafficking Program is a statewide initiative aimed at building the capacity of Wisconsin communities to identify and protect domestic and foreign-born victims of labor & sex trafficking. This webinar gives participating first responders, community members and law enforcement a more in-depth view of how...

This webinar addresses protections for immigrant survivors in family and immigration court and in front of department of homeland security. This includes language access in the courtroom, orders and restrictions on traveling and passports, guardianships and powers of attorney for children with underdocumented parents, VAWA Self Petition, U Nonimmigrant...

Presented by Molly Herrmann, statewide training consultant and WCASA / End Domestic Abuse WILGBTQ Committee

This webinar focuses on increasing knowledge about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer(LGBTQ) identities in an effort to provide inclusive services to these communities and to prevent discrimination, harassment, and bullying. After completing the recorded webinar, viewers will be able to understand a brief LGBTQ history, describe terms and concepts related to LGBTQ identities, and explain similarities and differences between IPV in LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ relationships.

Presented by Aaron Evans, Sexual Assault Counselor, Aurora Healing and Advocacy Services Department

This webinar: creates a basic understanding of the intersection of masculinity and SA; and its effects on male survivors; creates a basic understanding of the myths around male SA and how they negatively affect male survivors; and uses an understanding of myths and masculinity to form a lens to help service providers make better progress with male survivors.

Join WCASA and current Board Member Aaron Evans as he shares information for male survivors of sexual assault.

This presentation will focus on rape myths impact on male victims of female SA, examine characteristics and tactics of female perpetrators, explore attitudes towards male victims and female perpetrators, and recommendations for service providers.

Aaron J. Evans, MS, LPC, TIC, NCC is a trauma therapist with the Aurora Healing Center and owner of Rae Of Light Counseling. He has been working with survivors for 10 years and currently serves as the membership chair of the WCASA Board of Directors.

Presented by DeShanda Williams & Kyna Campbell, Pathfinders and Dr. Heather Hlavka, Marquette University, this presentation addresses research and practice related to boys' experiences of neglect and abuse and how a trauma-informed approach helps us to understand the links between masculinity, vulnerability, and violence. The presenters will...

Presented by Ian Henderson, Director of Legal and Systems

This provides an overview of Multi-Disciplinary Teams responding to sexual violence, with a specific focus on CCRs and SARTs. We will discuss the primary functions, goals, and best practices associated with SARTs and CCRs, while also exploring their similarities and differences.

Collaborating with our communities is essential for sexual violence prevention. Unfortunately, such collaboration is increasingly difficult today.

From harmful legislation targeting trans and non-binary people, to attacks on Anti-racism in schools, the social landscape in which we do our work is creating a challenging environment for sexual violence prevention work.

Join WCASA and a panel of experts La'Tanya Campbell from LPRC Diversity Consulting Services, LLP, Brian Juchems from GSAFE, and Meghan Benson from Planned Parenthood of WI for an important dialogue exploring how sexual violence preventionists can navigate community-pushback, and continue our pursuit of ending sexual violence!

Presented by Dr. Rebecca Campbell, Professor of Community Psychology and Program Evaluation at Michigan State University. Depending on your internet connection, the video may take a while to load. Please let us know if you are having problems and we can work with you on a solution.

This webinar discusses the research on the neurobiology of trauma and the criminal justice system response to sexual assault. It explains the underlying neurobiology of traumatic events, its emotional and physical manifestation, and how these processes can impact the investigation and prosecution of sexual assault. In keeping with the spirit of translational criminology, which in short seeks to bridge the gap between research, policy and practice, Dr. Campbell examines the real-world practical implications for first responders in law enforcement, nurses, prosecutors and victim advocates.

Pornography, much like sexual violence, is pervasive and is especially significant within the context of rape culture; a cultural framework that condones, minimizes, trivializes, and eroticizes sex and gender-based violence. This presentation is a candid discussion about what mainstream pornography teaches us about sex, violence, and sexual violence and...

The Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 sets forth standards to prevent, detect and respond to sexual abuse and sexual harassment in confinement. As in the community, advocacy in confinement is central to the healing process. Join us to learn about the dynamics of sexual abuse, the role of advocacy and the ways in which we can work together to support...

In November 2017, WCASA and the Department of Corrections (DOC) provided a series of regional training opportunities which featured both the recently revised PREA Advocacy Manual and a screening of the new inmate rights video which was developed by WCASA and DOC. Attendees of the trainings also received a copy of the new manual, which included a...

The April 2019 theme for Sexual Assault Awareness Month was “I Ask.” This webinar deep-dives into the theme with Shana Pike from Wise Woman Gathering Place presenting about consent education. We also heard from local programs across the state as they shared what they had planned for SAAM 2019. Most of the students giggle during consent...

Pennie Meyers, Executive Director of WCASA, Jaime Sathasivam, MSW, Director of Client Programming and Nora Burnham, UW Campus Counselor/ Advocate, both of the Dane County Rape Crisis Center discuss an advocate's role in supporting sexual assault survivors that are experiencing trauma, in addition to giving examples from a program standpoint.

Presented by Jessi Corcoran, System Coordinator, WCASA

This webinar will help the viewer understand the basic prevention framework and how you can support prevent efforts in Wisconsin.

People with disabilities are 4 times more likely to be rape or sexual assault victims, but our trauma is often unseen; our stories unheard. Join us to connect with each other and help create safer communities for survivors with disabilities.

Representatives from People First Wisconsin will talk about lived experience, the challenges and recovery process survivors with disabilities go through, and strategies/ resources for prevention.

In this webinar, WCASA staff discusses the final language of the bill and next steps in the law's implementation and answers participants' questions.

The rules surrounding Title IX have undergone significant changes in recent years. This 90-minute webinar will review key elements of the 2020 Title IX rule changes and subsequent litigation.
We will also touch on how this has been playing out practically here in Wisconsin, as well as the status of the rule changes under the current administration.
While the legal landscape around Title IX is in flux as the Dept. of Education is expected to issue new rules in the coming months, this webinar aims to provide tools participants can use to examine the current and future state of Title IX.

Olga Trujillo was diagnosed with Dissociative Identity Disorder (formerly known as Multiple Personality Disorder) at the age of 31 in response to crimes she experienced in adolescence. Over the past 26 years she has undergone an intense journey to understand what Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) is, how she developed it, the impact on her life, and...

In 2015, the WI Department of Justice was awarded $4 million dollars, from the U.S. Bureau of Justice Assistance and the District Attorney's Office of New York, to address the 6,000 un-submitted sexual assault kits in the state. Since that time, a massive statewide inventory of the un-submitted kits has been completed and kit testing has begun. This webinar...

NSVRC first released this toolkit in 2011 and released a revised edition in August 2018. The SART Toolkit is designed to support SARTs in all aspects of their work, containing practical tips, resources, and best practices to take your collaboration to the next level! This webinar explores the new toolkit, and talks about how you can best put it to use in your community...

A sexual assault can be one of the most traumatic experiences in a survivor’s life, often having a long-term impact. Re-engaging with survivors provides an opportunity to offer a genuine apology and to attempt to regain their trust in the criminal justice system. This webinar discusses resources available for local Sexual Assault Response Teams (SARTs)...

Male survivors face unique barriers when accessing sexual assault services. Based on a recent survey conducted by WCASA, programs identified this topic as a top priority. Hear experts from across the state who are providing services to males.