Prevention Services
Our hope is to create a society free from domestic violence. Our prevention services bring us closer to achieving this goal by spreading the message that no one deserves abuse.
Community Education
With the prevalence of domestic violence in our society, chances are you already know someone affected by domestic violence. SAVE’s community engagement specialists speak to service groups, faith-based organizations, or any gathering interested in learning about the dynamics of an abusive relationship. The presentation will include the myths – and truths – about domestic violence, the warning signs of abuse, the reasons why the victim stays in the relationship, and what you can do to help a victim. This training is also valuable for professionals who assist abuse victims and their families, such as health care providers and social service organizations.
For more information or to schedule a presentation, contact SAVE at (510) 574-2250 or info@save-dv.org.
Teen Dating Violence Prevention
Teen dating violence is on the rise and almost becoming the “norm” in youth relationships; indeed, statistics show that 1 in 3 high school students have been or will be in an abusive relationship. Teens in abusive relationships have similar experiences as adults. They experience sexual, physical, emotional and verbal abuse. SAVE’s teen dating violence prevention program educates youth at junior high and high schools about the reality and prevalence of relationship abuse. Through our presentations we provide information about the foundation of healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, the forms of abuse, the cycle of violence, and the influence of culture and gender roles.
For more information or to schedule a presentation, contact SAVE at (510) 574-2250 or info@save-dv.org.
SAVE’s DateSafe DVD was created to prevent teen dating violence and to provide resources to teens that may already be in a violent relationship. The DVD complements SAVE’s existing Teen Dating Violence Prevention Program. The DVD is available through SAVE by emailing info@save-dv.org or calling 510-574-2250.
Workplace Violence Education
The cost of domestic violence to US businesses is between $3 and $5 billion per year in lost productivity, and an astonishing 94% of US corporate security directors rank the problem as a high security challenge at their companies. With these statistics in mind, it is imperative for corporations and businesses to educate their management staff about the impact of domestic violence on the workplace. SAVE’s Workplace Violence Education program is intended to teach managers and human resources staff how to improve productivity and reduce employment expenses through education on the signs of domestic violence, employment laws that protect domestic violence victims, and steps to take to keep the victim and co-workers safe while at work. We are also available for consultations on specific situations or issues.
For more information or to schedule a presentation, contact SAVE at (510) 574-2250 or info@save-dv.org.