The Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program (SAOP) provides comprehensive training and technical assistance to community organizations, service providers, businesses, and educational institutions. Our goal is to equip individuals and organizations with the knowledge and skills to prevent violence, support survivors, and foster trauma-informed, survivor-centered practices.

We offer customized training sessions to meet the unique needs of each group. Trainings can range from 15-minute briefings to full-day workshops, ensuring accessibility for various audiences.

Training Topics

Our team provides education on a wide range of topics related to violence prevention, advocacy, and survivor-centered support. Below are some of our most frequently requested trainings:

Violence Prevention & Community Education

  • Bystander Intervention: How to recognize and safely intervene in harmful situations.
  • Media Literacy: Understanding how media influences perceptions of relationships and consent.
  • Healthy Relationships: Identifying healthy vs. unhealthy relationship behaviors.
  • Boundaries & Consent: Strategies for discussing and respecting personal boundaries.

Survivor Advocacy & Support

  • Introduction to SAOP: Learn about our mission, services, and how we support survivors.
  • What is Survivor Advocacy? Understanding the role of advocates and community-based support systems.
  • Understanding Trauma & Trauma-Informed Practices: The impact of trauma and how to provide trauma-informed care.

Technical Assistance for Service Providers

  • Medical Care & Evidence Collection: Best practices for healthcare providers working with survivors.
  • Mandated Reporting & Confidentiality: Understanding legal obligations and ethical considerations.
  • Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice Response: How law enforcement can effectively support survivors.
  • Workplace & School Prevention Policies: Developing policies to address sexual violence and harassment.

Who Can Benefit from Our Trainings?

SAOP’s training and technical assistance is available to a wide range of community groups, professionals, and organizations, including:

  • Social Service Agencies & Nonprofits
  • Schools, Colleges & Universities
  • Healthcare Providers & Hospitals
  • Businesses & Employers
  • Law Enforcement & Legal Professionals
  • Faith-Based Organizations & Community Groups

Training Formats & Accessibility

We offer in-person, virtual, and hybrid training options to ensure accessibility. Sessions can be tailored to specific industries, organization sizes, and learning objectives.

  • Brief Workshops (15-60 minutes) – Ideal for awareness-building and introductory topics.
  • Standard Trainings (1-3 hours) – In-depth education with interactive discussions.
  • Full-Day Trainings (4-8 hours) – Comprehensive sessions covering multiple topics.

If you are unsure which format is best for your organization, contact us for guidance.

Why Choose SAOP Training?

  • Expert-Led Training: Facilitated by experienced professionals in violence prevention and survivor advocacy.
  • Customized to Your Needs: Sessions tailored to fit your audience and organizational goals.
  • Trauma-Informed & Survivor-Centered: Rooted in best practices that prioritize safety, healing, and empowerment.
  • Free of Charge: All trainings are offered at no cost to participants.

 Contact Us for Training & Technical Assistance

For more information or to schedule a training, please reach out:

Phone: (740) 591-4266

Email: info@saopseoh.org