Prevention & Education

Experts agree that violent and abusive behaviors are learned and therefore, can be unlearned through education and practice. Providing the community with clear and accurate information on different forms of violence-including sexual harassment, sexual assault and acquaintance rape-leads to a reduction in violence.

The Sexual Assault Center is dedicated to building a safer community where no one has to be a victim. Our Prevention and Education Program is designed to change negative attitudes and behaviors that lead to sexual violence.

Partnership with schools: The Sexual Assault Center is extremely proud of it's relationships with area schools. In an effort to educate about sexual violence, the Sexual Assault Center reaches out to Saginaw County schools and provides free prevention presentations on an array of topics.

Happy Bear Prevention Program

The objectives of the Happy Bear program are to teach children the"3 R's" of sexual abuse prevention: recognize, resist, and report sexual assault. The 3R's will help children recognize and respond appropriately to all types of touching. Happy Bear educates kindergarten age children about throughout Saginaw County, free of charge.

High School & Middle School Education

On a yearly basis we reach over 2,000 high and middle school students in Saginaw County. The following topics are discussed during the two hour interactive program:

• Sexual Harassment
• Sexual Assault
• Acquaintance Rape
• Date Rape Drugs and Alcohol
• Sexual Assault Prevention
• Internet Safety
• Community Resources

Worksite Workshops

This dynamic workshop seeks to empower and educate parents in the fight to prevent child sexual abuse/assault. The workshop discusses dangerous trends amongst our youth and the impact of outside influences, such as media and peer groups, on our children. To address these issues, the workshop provides parents with techniques for talking with their children about tough issues and discusses the importance of getting involved in all aspects of their child's lives.