Secondly, I encourage them to examine their own beliefs and behaviors. And finally I urge the men to take an active stance against sexual violence by using the workshop's intervention techniques, which, I remind them, they developed. I stress the truism that the assault you prevent could be against someone close to you. The sensitive nature of the workshop can be particularly difficult for survivors of sexual assault. I know their are victims in my programs, often as a result of child sexual abuse and acknowledge this.
Participants interact at their own comfort level and personal self care is encouraged.
The program concludes with questions and evaluations. I remain after each workshop to talk and share campus and community resource information. We'd like to schedule a joint program with a sorority. Or just a handshake and thanks. Someone has to lead the charge.