Trusted Adult Ally Training
To prevent and respond to youth violence
"Most of my experience in supporting victims revolved around supporting adults. I had experience and training in supporting children and youth, but it was not as detailed as this. I loved the advocacy lense, culminated with youth involvement programs aimed at understanding things from their perspective. I loved the app that revealed current language and terms used by today's youth. That is helpful to know as an advocate, investigator or parent."
- Eric B., Certified Trusted Adult Ally
Trusted Adult Ally Training
Not every student has the benefit of caring friendships, healthy relationships, access to an adult ally, or a stable and happy home. But, every student deserves and needs a "trusted adult" in their lives, especially when they are going through interpersonal violence (bullying, dating abuse, sexual violence, domestic violence, gender-based violence, harassment, cyber abuse, and stalking).
Trusted Adult Ally Training is for:
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parents
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caregivers
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teachers
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school counselors
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coaches
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school resource officers
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youth pastors
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or anyone who interacts with youth and teens on a daily basis.
What Will I Learn?
How to Recognize the red flags, risk factors and root causes associated with violence
How to Respond to disclosures of abuse appropriately and start a conversation
Ways to Reframe prevention policies, practices, and actions to uproot abuse in a generation
Plus, you'll gain tips, tools, and resources to:
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offer practical support to young people
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become a better listener and ally
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screen and intervene early and often
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connect young people to professional help and peer support