The physiological components of trauma, including neurobiology and nervous system dysregulation, are the main focus of this training. We will discuss how traumatic experiences can alter brain function, resulting in experiences and behaviors that are commonly misunderstood by professionals working with survivors of sexual assault. Participants will leave with an understanding of brain development and functioning as it relates to sexual assault as well as common, involuntary responses to sexual assault, and how to apply these concepts to increase safety and care for survivors. 

1.5 NASW-TN CEUs available.

SAC is participating in the Smashville Games For Good this year!! Come out to support the Preds against the Pittsburg Penguins on November 21st. This partnership will allow us to raise critical funds and awareness for our mission, so enjoy a night out while supporting survivor healing using our custom link below

Event Details:

• Game Day: Saturday Nov 21st at 5:00pm | Bridgestone
• $10 from every lower-level ticket sold and $5 from every upper-level ticket sold through our link will go back to SAC
• The ticket price shown on the link includes all fees, so there are no additional costs for the purchaser

Sexual Assault 101 (1 NASW-TN CEU available)

An introductory overview of sexual assault definitions, statistics, and dynamics, including information on rape culture, consent, and how to support survivors in your community. 

In this training, participants will be equipped with introductory information about child sexual abuse (CSA), focused on statistics and prevalence; intersecting social contexts; insight on risk factors and signs; intro-level neurobiology; offender statistics and groomer dynamics; how to handle a disclosure of sexual abuse; how to legally fulfill reporting duties as a Tennessee mandatory reporter; community resourcing; and an introduction to trauma exposure response.