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VPA Prevention Programs

The VPA offers prevention presentations, workshops, and events for students, staff, and faculty. These sessions are facilitated by professional staff and can be customized to meet each groups needs.

Prevention workshops focus on fostering culture change, preventing harm before it occurs, and transforming our campus into a community free from violence. Response trainings emphasize skill-building to ensure appropriate, compassionate support for those who have experienced sexual or relationship violence. We also partner with student groups to host events focused on topics such as healthy relationships, consent, and awareness months.

Please note: The VPA does not provide Title IX workshops or training. To request a workshop or training on Title IX topics, please email titleix@uw.edu.

Presentations & Workshops Topics

For students, staff, & faculty

• VPA 101: This presentation introduces the VPA and what services and programs we provide.
• Relationship & Sexual Violence 101: This presentation will address what relationship and sexual violence are, how to respond to disclosures, and available resources.

For students only

• Bystander Intervention: Students will learn about bystander intervention, how to be an active bystander, and practice strategies for intervening when they witness harm on campus.

If you have an idea for a program or would like to explore potential topics, we’d be happy to meet with you. Please submit a program request, and we will contact you to set up a meeting.