Raising Awareness Content Topic Results
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June 2021
5 Things Every Woman Should Know About Social Security
Publisher(s):This document reviews key entitlements and qualifications for receiving social security benefits, including in the context of divorce or loss.
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- Training Tools
May 2021
Supporting Men and Boy Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Publisher(s):This training presentation raises awareness about the prevalence of sexual violence against men and boys, highlights the role of socialization and masculinity, and explores the barriers male survivors face in accessing services.
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April 2021
Child sexual abuse in men, trauma, and sexuality
Publisher(s):This webinar explores the long-term effects of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) on men, focusing on trauma, intimacy, sexuality, and relationships. It also examines how gender socialization and societal expectations can create barriers to disclosure, healing, and effective support for male survivors.
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April 2021
Working with Male Survivors: How Sexual Assault Impacts Transgender Men – Part 2
Publisher(s):These episodes focus on the specific needs and experiences of transgender men, offering foundational knowledge for inclusive service provision.
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April 2021
Working with Male Survivors: How Sexual Assault Impacts Transgender Men – Part 1
Publisher(s):These episodes focus on the specific needs and experiences of transgender men, offering foundational knowledge for inclusive service provision.
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April 2021
Impact of Child Sexual Abuse on Survivors’ Physical & Mental Health, Spirituality
Publisher(s):This collection of presentations examines the profound, long-term effects of childhood sexual abuse on mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being while emphasizing survivor resilience, storytelling, prevention, accountability, and healing.
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April 2021
Working with Male Survivors: Economic Barriers Behind Bars
Publisher(s):Discusses the financial and systemic challenges incarcerated male survivors face when accessing services, highlighting intersections of poverty, incarceration, and victimization.
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March 2021
The Guide to Allyship
The Guide to Allyship is an open source starter guide to help you become a more thoughtful and effective ally.
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February 2021
Violence against women with disabilities
Publisher(s):This source explains the increased risk of violence against women with disabilities, identifies warning signs of abuse, and provides guidance on reporting concerns and accessing support services.
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February 2021
Advocating for Survivor Services & Prevention with Congress: A Toolkit
Publisher(s): It is easy to feel overwhelmed by the legislative process, which can be both complex and impersonal. This toolkit from RALIANCE provides simple tips for on meeting with legislators, key talking points, and more.
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- NRCDV Publications
February 2021
NRCDV Radio Episode 39: Stories of Transformation: Joy, Pride & Passion of Youth Activism
Publisher(s): Young people have always been a crucial part of movement building and organizing. In this NRCDV Radio podcast production, host Lamar Greene and guests explore the pride, passion, creativity, and joy of youth activism.
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January 2021
Problematic Sexual Behaviors: The Latest Research On How to Name and Treat
Publisher(s):This webinar examines the history, definitions, controversies, and clinical approaches surrounding sex addiction, compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD), and hypersexuality while exploring how trauma, attachment, compulsivity, impulsivity, and behavioral addiction influence problematic sexual behaviors.









