demonstrating a genuine interest in themīarriers to effective communication included:.developing a dialogue and using language they understand.considering the impact of attending a police station and being sensitive to the situation.offering independent advocacy, such as an independent domestic violence advocate (IDVA), independent sexual violence advocate (ISVA) or specialist service provider.offering alternatives, for example, a female or male officer.offering drinks, tissues, breaks and a seat.Investing time, providing space and building trust were considered vital to building good relationships. Practitioners highlighted the importance of creating a safe space and developing a relationship to encourage the sharing of information. Practical advice for developing relationships and rapport Numbers may not add up due to an overlap of studies across multiple themes. The 101 studies included in this guideline originate from the following thematic evidence summaries: interpersonal treatment (68 studies) bias and preconceptions (65 studies) fairness and process (53 studies) communication (44 studies) victim empowerment (22 studies). Practitioners identified communication as an important factor when developing a relationship with the victim and encouraging the disclosure of abuse or harm. Of these, 31% were based in the UK and 66% were based on interviews with victims of domestic abuse and serious sexual offences. Interpersonal treatment, specifically the importance of sensitivity in interactions and a procedurally just approach, was strongly supported by the evidence. This includes language, building rapport and asking questions. To join the peer support group, we require all prospective members to have a 15 minute chat with one of the facilitators to discuss what to expect, review the informed consent form, and identify what you hope to gain from joining the group.There is good evidence on the importance of effective communication in building a relationship with victims or vulnerable people to encourage the disclosure of abuse or harm. Respectful of members’ experiences, responses, background, identity, and choices. To get the most out of group, members will be thoughtful about where they are on their journey and how the group time can best further their healing process. Members will make an effort to attend all sessions in order to foster community, and let us know if they will be unable to attend a session. No information will be shared outside of group regarding who is in the group or any personal information shared. In order to create a safe space, we ask that all group members commit to the following: Affirming common experiences/feelings in the healing process.Īctivities may include but are not limited to:.Problem solving concerns that group members are experiencing.Sharing coping strategies others have found successful.Every group ends with an activity or exercise to help close and transition back into your day.ĭiscussions may include but are not limited to: If there is no particular topic, the facilitators will provide a topic or activity. If you don’t want to talk, you don’t have to! As a group, we will determine what topics we would like to discuss during our meeting. Each meeting begins with a check-in where group members can briefly share how they’re doing. The group is co-led by SARN Advocates Caroline Peacore and Sifa Nizigiyimana.
We meet on a weekly basis on Sunday from 4-5. We are not a therapeutic group though we encourage seeking therapy if you have not already done so. We feel that a part of healing comes from having a community that can empathize with and support you. The goal of this group is to provide a safe space for peers to support one another in their healing from sexual violence of any kind (sexual assault, rape, stalking, dating violence, etc.). Support group meets weekly on Sundays from 4-5 PM, beginning mid Feb 2023
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