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SEPP has spent over 7 years piloting and evaluating various curriculum for a range of audiences including: teachers, youth, social workers, police, doctors and nurses and community members. All of the curriculum was developed by individuals with both first hand and professional experience in AND out of the sex trade and the sexual exploitation trade.
Professionals
and Adult Students
including
Doctors, Nurses and Police
and Adult Students
including
Doctors, Nurses and Police
The Basics
2 hours
1 facilitator
The Basics is a 2 hour workshop that addresses how and why young people and adults (depending on target population) enter the sex trade and/or the sexual exploitation trade.
Tailored to You
2 hours
1 facilitator
Tailored to You is a 2 hour workshop that is tailored to address specific questions within your agency or group i.e. legalization, engagement etc.
Supporting Sexually Exploited Youth
2 - 3 hours
1 - 2 facilitators
Supporting sexually exploited youth was created by sexually exploited youth who felt that the support they were being offered was mainstream and not as relevant as it could be. This presentation is excellent for Adult Students (all of the major universities in BC have recruited SEPP to deliver this workshop) or persons who currently work with or who desire to work with this population.
Sex Trade 101 adults and the sex industry
2 - 3 hours
2 facilitators
Sex Trade 101 facilitators are always in and of the sex trade themselves. Where possible a current worker will facilitate this training. The topics we cover are legalization, current trends within the sex trade and harm reduction.
Culturally Sensitive Services (Aboriginal)
2 - 3 hours
1 facilitator
This workshop is always facilitated by an Aboriginal current or former sex worker and specifically addresses the difference in experiences and approaches in service delivery.
Creating Safe Spaces for persons impacted by exploitation
4 hours
1 facilitator
Created by the founder of services such as PEERS Vancouver, SEPP and SurreyGirlz, you will learn how to prepare your organization to work with or to improve the level of service for sex workers and sexually exploited youth. This workshop adresses grant writing and experiential engagement. It is recommended that your organization receive this workshop prior to the 2 day professional development course.
Male Sex Work Sensitivity Training
2 - 3 hours
1 facilitator
This workshop is always facilitated by current and former male sex workers and/or sexually exploited youth and was partially inspired by the work we did with Under the Radar: The Sexual Exploitation. Of Young Men, Dr. Sue McIntyre
Research Best Practices and strategies
2 hours
1-2 facilitator
SEPP and its team have been involved in more than 11 research projects addressing issues of sex trade and sexual exploitation. Through this experience (in most SEPP members were the interviewers and even created the questions and guidelines) we have developed a clear understanding of how to reach the population as well as how to research without causing harm. You may also wish to consult with the BCCEC website, a consortium of current and former sex workers whos ethics in research are truly raising the bar! You will find many resources for researchers including a brochure for the interviewee.
Professional Development Course.
10 hours in 2 days or a condensed version of 8 hours in one day
1 facilitator and 1 assistant
By far the best training out there police from Vancouver, Victoria and Nelsn have received this training as have countless social workers, educators and community based organizations. This training took over 5 years to develop, more than 300 students have evaluated the course in the last 2 years and every one of them have stated they recommend others receive this training. The course is extremely in depth and covers the entire continuum of sexual exploitation. Many organizations and community groups who receive this training use it as an opportunity to bring staff together. The facilitators are that of the highest caliber who’s personal evaluations are extremely impressive.
From the Evaluations
“Just an incredible experience!”
“It just goes to show, those who have been there really have the deepest understanding”
“I loved the combination of personal history and professional training”
“My staff are currently going through various training sessions on topics related to their work in service delivery and of all the training they have received they keep talking about this one”
“I was away for the training but when I came back my staff couldn’t stop talking about it…what they commented on most was Amanda’s ability to facilitate. And trust me, these women are a tough crowd to please!”
"I have been doing this work for over 20 years. I really came here today prepared to learn nothing new...I cannot believe how much I learned. I feel truly inspired and re-energized"
"As a police officer I was expecting finger pointing or blaming, I was so impressed with the educational value as well as the inspirational value, I highly recommend other departments receive this training"
Speaking Engagements
see speaker bureau
Consultation
Topics: Organizational capacity, grant writing for marginalized populations, developing a local continuum of care, program and service development, experiential engagement, cultrally sensitive programming (Aboriginal), ethics in research, acessing marginalized populations, public education, media relations, safe working conditions, community collaboration and more.....
Facilitation
Amanda Bonella and Grace Howse are experienced facilitators on a wide range of topics. Evaluations of their ability are very impressive. Both are available for small contracts to facilitate on-going groups or one time forums and events.
To book your training, workshop or speaking engagement call or email:
778-240-1055 info@sepprogram.com
see speaker bureau
Consultation
Topics: Organizational capacity, grant writing for marginalized populations, developing a local continuum of care, program and service development, experiential engagement, cultrally sensitive programming (Aboriginal), ethics in research, acessing marginalized populations, public education, media relations, safe working conditions, community collaboration and more.....
Facilitation
Amanda Bonella and Grace Howse are experienced facilitators on a wide range of topics. Evaluations of their ability are very impressive. Both are available for small contracts to facilitate on-going groups or one time forums and events.
To book your training, workshop or speaking engagement call or email:
778-240-1055 info@sepprogram.com
Youth
ALL Youth Presentations are delivered by survivors of sexual exploitation and are tailored to meet your timeline. Presentations can be as short as 20 minutes and as long as 3 hours. Its your call!
Youth Prevention –a survivor perspective
“At Risk” Youth Presentation – myths versus realities and exit strategies
Become a Youth Leader - how to start your own local prevention strategy including support networks and resources
Train the Trainer – be a public educator in your school/youth group
YouthEvaluations
“Thanks so much for not being boring”
“I have a friend this is happening to, I know what to do"
“Amanda is so cool, I am so glad she came to talk to us”
“I think it is really brave for her to come and talk to us and I won’t forget what she said”
“I used to be a street kid and I never knew people like Amanda existed, I am so glad I’m not there any more and I hope one day I can do what you do”
“I think most of us just hear rap songs and think that’s what is true. Its not!”