Now the program is seeking new volunteers for the upcoming school year. Our mission is to give kids who are just starting to date the information they need to avoid getting into abusive relationships and the tools they need to get out of any bad relationship they may be in. Volunteers receive four hours of training and are asked to observe seasoned presenters before teaming up with another volunteer to do the presentations. We ask our presenters to teach two class periods at each school twice a year, which between the four county high schools means a total of eight hours each semester. During presentations, students learn about the types of abuse, warning signs in a relationship, how to deal with anger and what to do if someone they know is in an abusive relationship.
Students also view a short video that demonstrates both good and abusive dating relationships.
The feedback we get from students and their teachers is great. Anyone over 18 who enjoys talking with teenagers may volunteer. Training sessions are being planned for both May and early next fall. Click here to send a message to the editor.