Community Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training
About this Event
Join us for a free, interactive Community Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training. This three-hour training equips participants with practical, realistic skills to safely respond to situations involving domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, child abuse, human trafficking, bullying, harassment, and other forms of interpersonal violence.
Everyone has a role in creating safer communities. Whether you're a community member, parent, student, faith leader, volunteer, or professional, you'll leave with simple strategies you can begin using immediately.
Lunch will be provided immediately following the training.
About This Event
Green Dot is an evidence-informed violence prevention strategy built on the belief that everyone can help create safer communities.
During this interactive training, participants will learn:
- What "Green Dots" and "Red Dots" represent
- How to recognize warning signs before violence occurs
- The three strategies for safe intervention: Direct, Distract, and Delegate
- How to overcome common barriers to stepping in
- Ways to strengthen positive community norms
- How small actions can make a significant difference
This training emphasizes practical, realistic interventions that prioritize your safety while supporting those around you.
No previous experience or knowledge is necessary.
Who Should Attend?
This training is open to anyone interested in helping build a safer community, including:
- Community members
- Parents and caregivers
- Faith communities
- Educators
- Coaches
- College students
- Youth-serving professionals
- Volunteers
- Healthcare professionals
- Business owners and employees
- Anyone who wants to make a positive difference
Participants must be at least 16 years old.
What's Included
- Three-hour facilitated Green Dot training
- Interactive discussions and activities
- Resource materials
- Certificate of participation (if applicable)
- Complimentary lunch following the training
Cost
FREE
Registration is requested so we can prepare materials and lunch.
Accessibility
If you require accommodations or have dietary restrictions, please indicate them during registration or contact us before the event.
Hosted By
enCourage Advocacy Center
Working together to prevent violence, support survivors, and build safer communities through education, prevention, and advocacy.
Where is it happening?
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