Human Trafficking Isn’t Just a ‘Super Bowl Problem’
Super Bowl Sunday is coming up! And with it comes up the press and media coverage associated with large-scale sporting events. You might be seeing something on the news about how “the Super Bowl is the world’s largest human trafficking event in the world.”
More Than ‘Just Say No’
With Spring Break coming up, the likelihood that underage individuals will be exposed to drinking increases. While young adults probably know about the dangers of drinking, standing up to peer pressure is hard. They want to fit in. They don’t want to be the only person not drinking. Having an answer other than just “no” […]
Back to School Safety Checklist: Healthy Relationships Under Title IX
As you start to plan for the new school year, it’s important to keep in mind the safety of your students. One way you can do that is to help them identify the characteristics of healthy relationships and their rights under Title IX, which prohibit sexual violence, bullying and more.
Get School Year Ready with Online Title IX Training
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sexual discrimination at any educational institution receiving federal financial assistance. This civil right bans sex-based discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence. When a student has experienced any of these situations and reports them to the school, the school must stop the discrimination, prevent it from […]
How High-Risk Behaviors Can Contribute to Relationship Violence
It’s no surprise that individuals who struggle with alcoholism or substance abuse tend to have a harder time controlling their anger. When someone is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, their inhibitions are lowered, and it is harder for them to control their actions. They are more likely to react in violent ways or […]
How You Can Support Survivors of Sexual Assault
Depending on your life experiences, you may find it difficult to talk to someone who has experienced sexual assault. Every person will react differently to a sexually violent experience, and it’s important to follow the survivor’s lead. However, keeping a few things in mind, you can help create a safe place for a survivor to […]
Court-Ordered Classes: Shoplifting
Do you have clients with shoplifting violations? Are you tired of seeing them in your courts for the same charges again and again?
National Prevention Week 2023
This week, May 7th-13th is National Prevention Week. This initiative, started by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, aims to increase public awareness of, and action around, mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Why Online Courses Reduce Non-Compliance from Offenders
Evidence-based practices are programs, practices, and policies that have been evaluated and shown to be effective at reducing or preventing risky behavior. These effective approaches include family interventions, community reinforcement, and skills training; however, implementing these programs requires coordination, effort, time, and money. Online interventions that incorporate evidence-based practices are a great way to affect […]
Be Careful With More Than Just Sparklers This 4th of July
We hope that this Tuesday you’re able to spend time celebrating our nation’s independence. Whether you’re at the beach, around the pool, or staying indoors to beat the heat, it’s sure to be a good time with friends and family. As you’re relaxing and enjoying the festivities, you may be tempted to vape. Here are […]