Understanding Sexual Violence
Schedule
Wed Jun 17 2026 at 09:00 am to 04:00 pm
UTC+12:00Location
University of Waikato - Tauranga Campus | Tauranga, BP
About this Event
What to expect:
A one day introductory workshop, covering topics such as, responding to disclosures, prevalence, the New Zealand legal system, and more. This is suitable for those wanting to update and refresh their knowledge and understanding of this sensitive topic and feel it would be relevant to their role.
Who is this workshop suitable for?
Anyone who feels it relevent to their role. eg. counsellors, teachers, health workers, community agencies and those working specifically in the sexual violence and family violence sector.
Workshop contents:
- Definition of sexual violence
- Law & Legislation
- The criminal justice system
- Prevalence of sexual violence in Aotearoa
- Intersectionality
- Trauma & Healing
- Responding to disclosures
- Language & Documentation
- Current and future landscapes of sexual violence
About the facilities:
Location: University of Waikato Tauranga Campus
Training room 3.06. There is lift access and accessible bathrooms onsite.
A light morning tea will be provided. Lunch is not provided.
Where is it happening?
University of Waikato - Tauranga Campus, 101 Durham Street, Tauranga, New ZealandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
NZD 216.10
