Intersection of Substance Use and Sexual Violence

Intersection of Substance Use and Sexual Violence
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sojourner House believes that everyone deserves to be supported, believed and empowered as they navigate life after abuse. Learn about the dynamics of sexual violence, but also how to create a healthy mentality about sexuality after violence.

1.5 CEUs available for $35

Objectives:
Attendees will identify ways in which sexual violence can lead to substance use

Attendees will explore how trauma and mental health disorders can lead to substance use disorder
Attendees will explore appropriate resources for individuals seeking peer support/sobriety
Presenter Bios:
Caely Flynn (she/her) is Sojourner House’s Sexual Violence Program Coordinator. Her job touches upon anything related to sexual violence response and prevention.. She transitioned from the world of teaching into victims services, while still being able to use her skills from the former. Caely received her bachelor’s degree at the University of Connecticut, where she first worked in sexual violence prevention. After navigating various worlds of nonprofits, Caely transitioned back home to Rhode Island where she obtained her teaching degree. Her current role covers things from coordinating our HIV testing program, to instructing police on all matters regarding interpersonal violence.

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