Eliminating Racism Empowering Women

ywca of the mohawk valley

Education Services Programs

Elementary Level Programs

Age-specific, interactive programs are presented to children grades Pre-K through Six.  Topics concentrate on: 

  • Bullying
  • Sexual Abuse/Harassment
  • Assertive vs. Aggressive Behavior
  • Diversity
  • Personal Space

Teen Programs

Interactive sessions focus on teen-specific topics, including:

  • Dating Violence
  • Date Rape/Drugs
  • Sexual Harassment
  • Gender and Sexual Identity Bias Prevention

College Programs

Information on topics related to college-aged students and violence prevention is presented at a variety of venues, including training of residential staff, and providing literature at on-campus events.

  • Domestic/Dating & Sexual Violence
  • Impact of Violence on Society, Families, & Children
  • Historical Perspective of Women, Gender Bias & Sexual Identity
  • Prevention of Sexual Assault on Campus

G/L/B/T/Q Youth & Adult Programs

These programs offer information and support tailored to the needs of gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender, questioning youth and adults.

  • Sexual Identity Issues
  • Personal Safety
  • Community Resouces

Parent Programs

This service provides parents with knowledge of the impact of domestic, dating and sexual violence and their dynamics.  Topics include:

  • The Parent's Role in Bullying/Harassment
  • Dynamics of Domestic, Dating, & Sexual Violence
  • Community Resources
  • Remedial Strategies
  • Child Sex Abuse Prevention

Developmentally Disabled Population Programs

Role plays, appropriate for this special population, are used as a teaching tool for these presentations.  Topics covered include:

  • Awareness & Prevention of Domestic & Dating Violence
  • Awareness & Prevention of Sexual Violence

Civic Organizations, Church Congregations, & Public Forums

Informational prevention programs are presented regularly throughout the community in an effort to raise awareness about domestic and sexual violence.

Area Business Personnel Programs

Workshops address the sensitivity needed to assist those who have been victimized.  Topics include:

  • Prevention of Domestic, Dating, & Sexual Violence
  • Community Resources
  • Ways to Help Someone Being Victimized

Professional Development Programs

Workshops address the sensitivity required to assist victims.  Topics include:

  • Assisting Victims of Domestic, Dating & Sexual Violence
  • Bullying and Harassment
  • Gender Bias
  • Sexual Identity Prejudice
  • Dynamics of Violence
  • Evaluation Methods
  • Medical Treatment
  • Legal Issues
  • Community Resources