Social Frameworks/Theories
This framework is used to illustrate the levels of influence such as societal, interpersonal, and individual, etc that work to shape forms of structures and behaviours.
The Socio-Ecological Model
Sexual violence is driven by
Power & Control
What is "you shouldn't have gone to that party alone", an example of?
Victim-blaming
In this workshop, participants will engage in an open discussion about sexual violence prevention and consent.
Working for Change
The structure used to demonstrate how larger forms of oppression are informed and maintained by attitudes and beliefs, and connected to a hierarchy of violence.
The Pyramid of Sexual Violence
Women cannot sexually assault men.
Rape Myth
Men must be the pursuer.
Gender role
The practice of student volunteers sitting at a booth or table to provide information, resources, and occasional interactive education opportunities.
Tabling / Boothing
A program that trains students in anti-sexual violence advocacy and delivering on-campus educational workshops.
An approach to addressing harm that focuses on the root causes, and working towards lasting social change through accountability practices rather than legal means.
Transformative Justice
True or False: most sexual assaults are perpetrated by someone the survivor is acquainted with.
True
The ability to engage in what you would like. To be giving self-governance, without fear or coercion from other forces.
Autonomy
The practice of reviewing and checking in after having facilitated a workshop or offered peer support.
Debrief
Students' Union Building (SUB) 2-705 (second floor).
U of A Sexual Assault Centre office
A phenomenon wherein people are less likely to help when others are present, as it diffuses responsibility.
Bystander Effect
People who perpetrate sexual violence are mentally ill, and are incapable of controlling their violent tendencies.
Many people engage in sexual violence, everyone is capable of it regardless of mental health diagnoses. Assault is not only perpetrated violently, or uncontrollably. It is a deliberate and calculated act.
The practice of continuous permission.
Ongoing consent
A module that focuses on understanding rape culture, traditional prevention tips, and fostering greater consent practices.
Module: Creating a Culture of Consent
Tatiana LoVerso
A psychologist
The practice of accepting and embracing people as they are, and without judgment.
Unconditional positive regard
The percentage associated with false allegations of sexual assault.
2% - 8% are falsely reported, the same percentage as for other violent crimes.
The act of circulating an image of someone for the purpose of humiliating or degrading them.
Non-consensual photo sharing
Creating environments that encourage and facilitate a commitment to continual learning, growth, and understanding;
UASAC Value
The office that encompasses student-serving units on campus, such as UASAC.
Student Success and Experience