Preventing Sex Assault Crimes & Empowering Survivors Conference 2025

Welcome to the Preventing Sex Assault Crimes & Empowering Survivors Conference 2025! Join us in person at City of Flint - City Hall for a day of learning, empowerment, and community support. This conference aims to educate attendees on preventing sex assault crimes and providing support for survivors. Come together with experts, advocates, and survivors to discuss important topics and create a safer future for all. Let's stand together to make a difference!

Info: Join us for an empowering Meet & Greet Mixer to kick off the 2025 SAPPHIRES Conference, an evening dedicated to connection, collaboration, and support. This informal gathering provides a welcoming space for attendees, speakers, advocates, and professionals to network, share insights, and build a community committed to ending sexual violence.

Enjoy light refreshments and engaging conversations in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you're a survivor, ally, or professional in the field, this mixer is an opportunity to foster meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and set the stage for a powerful conference experience.

? Date: Monday, August 11th, 2025
? Location: Hilton Inn Downtown Flint Restaurant
⏰ Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Let's unite, uplift, and ignite change—together.

Info: Day two of the conference focuses on justice, healing, and prevention. Experts will discuss cold case development, using forensic genealogy to solve unsolved cases. A survivor will share their powerful story, highlighting resilience and advocacy.

Sessions will cover trauma recovery, the mental health of first responders, and the impact of working on sexual violence cases. Experts will also explore investigative forensic methodology, showcasing cutting-edge techniques in identifying perpetrators.

The day concludes with a focus on primary prevention and policy, emphasizing strategies to stop sexual violence before it happens and drive systemic change.

? Date: Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
? Location: Flint City Hall located at 1101 South Saginaw Street, Flint, Michigan 48502
⏰ Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Join us for a day of learning, advocacy, and action toward a future free from sexual violence.

Info: Day three of conference takes a deep dive into the complexities of investigating and prosecuting sexual crimes. Experts will explore the mind of a criminal, offering insights into offender behavior and psychology. Sessions will address strategies for getting witnesses to testify, overcoming fears, and ensuring justice for survivors.

Legal professionals will discuss the challenges of trying difficult cases as a prosecutor, sharing real-world experiences and best practices. The day will also focus on the intersection of human trafficking and sexual violence, highlighting the tactics traffickers use and how to combat exploitation.

? Date: Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
? Location: Flint City Hall located at 1101 South Saginaw Street, Flint, Michigan 48502
⏰ Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Join us as we uncover the realities of crime, strengthen the justice system, and work toward a world free from sexual violence and trafficking.

Info: The fourth day of conference brings together law, science, and art to shed light on the pursuit of justice and healing. Prosecutors will discuss perspective and preparation for defense, sharing key strategies for handling complex sexual assault cases.

Forensic science takes center stage with "See Results Through My Lens," where an expert will break down real casework, offering a unique look at how evidence shapes investigations and trials.

The day will conclude with a powerful performance by a spoken word artist, using poetry to explore trauma, healing, and mental health, leaving attendees with a lasting message of resilience and hope.

? Date: Thursday, August 14th, 2025
? Location: Flint City Hall located at 1101 South Saginaw Street, Flint, Michigan 48502
⏰ Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm

Join us for a compelling finale that unites justice, science, and the power of storytelling.

Info: The final day of the SAPPHIRES Conference is dedicated to supporting survivors and empowering communities. A Resource Tent will be available, providing a safe space for survivors to connect with advocates, counselors, and support organizations. Attendees can access educational materials, pamphlets, and resources on trauma recovery, legal rights, and prevention strategies.

This closing day is an opportunity to turn awareness into action, ensuring that every survivor has the tools and support they need to heal and thrive.

? Date: Friday, August 15th, 2025
? Location: Flint City Hall located at 1101 South Saginaw Street, Flint, Michigan 48502
⏰ Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Together, we stand for healing, justice, and a future free from sexual violence.

Host or Publisher Flint PD Sapphires