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Posted by Moving to End Sexual Assault on December 30, 2008 at 10:18am
Men Standing UpTaking Action against Sexual AssaultThis program trains male volunteers from the community to conduct presentations to students in local schools and members of community groups. The focus is on how to end sexual assault, sexual harassment, and other forms of violence against women. Studies have shown that men are more likely to hear this message from other men.We are looking for a diverse group of men ages 16 and up. Volunteers that are interested in making presentations are required to attend a 40-hour training program. There are other opportunities in addition to presentations such as:Planning and participating in community projects to get the word out to other malesOutreach opportunities such as tabling at Farmers MarketMaintaining the Men Standing Up BlogWriting for the biweekly newsletterHelping at eventsIf you are a man concerned about the level of men’s violence in our society and would like to do something to make a difference, our Men Standing Up program may be for you.In the words of those in the program, “We are a group of men who are committed to understanding our unique responsibilities for ending violence against women and taking whatever steps toward change that we can. You can help us make a difference.”--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Upcoming Men Standing Up Training:Mondays – 5:30 – 8:30 pmFebruary 9, 23; March 2, 16Wednesdays – 5:30 – 8:30 pmFebruary 11, 18; March 4, 11, 18Saturdays – 10:00 am – 4:00 pmFebruary 21, 28, March 14You must complete the full application and have an interview to be accepted to the Men Standing Up 40 Hour Training. The 40 Hour Training is for Men Standing Up Volunteers that will be presenting in schools, there are other opportunities that do not require the same time commitmentCall 303.443.0400 or check out www.movingtoendsexualassault.org for more information!
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