BE AWARE of your own beliefs and attitudes about equality in relationships. Sexual assault is about power. Educate yourself to recognize potentially harmful situations.

MAKE A SMALL CHANGE in your own life. Strive for an equal balance of power in your relationships. Speak out when your see others in controlling or dominating situations. Recognize the consequences of tasteless jokes and comments. Challenge inappropriate stereotypes.

ASSIST OTHERS by listening to concerns of family and friends. Support healthy choices in relationships. Utilize agencies who can help by requesting printed information or attending appointments as a support person.

SUPPORT AGENCIES who provide services to victims of sexual assault. Book a speaker, display a poster, inform others, attend public events, volunteer. Whatever your comfort level, agencies appreciate support for their efforts.

Volunteers are needed to answer the 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line in Central Alberta. This line offers anonymous, confidential assistance and support via telephone intervention.

Your role as a volunteer is to provide support, information and referral to callers experiencing emotional distress.

A comprehensive 15 hour training session is offered twice per year. You work from the safety and comfort of your own home, and have access to full staff support and back-up.

Be part of a dynamic team, gain skills and information, know that your are assisting people through life challenges.