SAFE BAR

SAFE BAR PROGRAM

The mission of Safe Bar is to work with local bars & restaurants in raising awareness about alcohol's role in sexual assault, engaging bar owners and staff in bystander intervention, and working together to do our part to prevent sexual violence across Tennessee.

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SAFE BAR

Become a Safe Bar!

Description: This training equips you with the tools and knowledge needed to identify and intervene safely when you see sexual harassment or assault. You receive a wealth of resources for ongoing education, intervention, and support.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify strategies to cultivate a safe and inclusive environment
  • Demonstrate ability to intervene in situations where there is a risk of sexual assault
  • Learn how to use the five types of bystander intervention strategies
  • Identify common responses to trauma
  • Identify appropriate responses to a disclosure of sexual assault

How long is the training?

Approximately 1.5-2 hours for the training. SAC offers virtual and in-person trainings.

What happens after a bar is trained?

Once at least 50% of staff is trained and your bar is certified, you recieve the Safe Bar materials, such as drug-detecting coasters, drink covers, a notebook of information and resources, Angel Shot/Brew/Cider posters for your restrooms and a Safe Bar window cling to show your establishment is Safe Bar trained. You will also be added to the Safe Bar App and have PR and media opportunties. Safe Bar staff will check in with you every 6 months to make sure you have everything you need.


Every 68 seconds, someone in America is sexually assaulted.

Only 1/3 of sexual assaults are ever reported.

Want to Get Even More Involved? Become a Trainer of Safe Bar!

In addition to offering direct Safe Bar certifications, SAC prepares community members to facilitate Safe Bar trainings. If you’re interested in being a local Safe Bar Trainer, please contact Jack Ohmes. This three-hour training equips you to certify local bars. You receive tools and techniques to successfully facilitate a Safe Bar training and equip establishments in your area with ways to safely intervene in situations of sexual harassment or assault.

Request a Safe Bar Train the Trainer Session

Questions?

For more information or to schedule a training, please contact Statewide Training Specialist Jack Ohmes at johmes@sacenter.org.

In Partnership With

Tennessee Department of Health
Nashville Nightlife
Sexual Assault Center