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Men's Violence Prevention Project Outreach Programs

 

 

1) Men Can Stop Rape! - This program is for men only.

  • This interactive, engaging program empowers men to work together to end sexual violence. Through facilitated discussion and activities, participants examine the problem and its impact, strategize solutions, and discover ways to get involved at Western.
  • During this presentation, women attend a program facilitated by WEAVE - Women's Empowerment and Violence Education.
  • Participants have said:
    • "I didn't think I'd enjoy this as much as I did."
    • "It's tough challenging my role in perpetuating violence."
    • "I learned not to feel alone as an open, caring man."
    • "I like being able to connect with other men."
    • "It was nice talking about solutions instead of being stuck on the problem."
    • "I didn't know other men felt this way."

 

2) Love Shouldn't Hurt.- This program is for men only.

  • Men play an integral role in stopping violence, and in building intimate relationships based on mutual respect and trust. This program encourages open, honest dialogue between men about how to make that happen. There will also be activities and resources for helping friends in violent relationships.
  • During this presentation, women attend a program facilitated by WEAVE - Women's Empowerment and Violence Education.

 

3) Gender Mending - This program is form men and women.

  • WEAVE and MVPP students co-facilitate a conversation in an open atmosphere about men’s and women’s issues to break down silence and miscommunication. This program provides participants with an opportunity to raise their awareness and respect for gender differences and similarities, and to check out assumptions and stereotypes we may have about each other.

To find out more about these programs contact Joshua at Joshua.O'Donnell@wwu.edu

 

The Steps to Schedule an Outreach Program:

  • 1. Contact speakers bureau coordinator at least seven days (preferably more) in advance of requested program date.Contact us at 650-6557.
  • 2. Provide the following information:
    • Contact Name
    • Phone Number
    • Email Address
    • Requested Program
    • Requested Program Dates
  • 3. The Staff Coordinator for that topic area will email you or return your call to confirm with you. At that time you will be able to discuss any particular program needs.
  • 4. After your request has been confirmed, please help us make the program the best it can be by advertising! Let us know if you need help or ideas.

 

If you don’t see a topic you are interested in listed here, please follow the procedures for scheduling an outreach program to let us know, and we’ll see what we can come up with. Contact us at 650-6557.

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