Presentations & Training

 

Presentations And Training

The Speers Society was committed to the prevention of youth relationship abuse through education and support. The Society recommends the follow presenters:

Presentations

1. “A Love That Kills” 1 – 1.5 hour $800

Presented by: Dawna Speers speersdawna@sympatico.ca
Dawna Speers shares the story of her daughter Monica, who was brutally murdered by her former boyfriend. Using the award-winning National Film Board film A Love That Kills as a catalyst, Mrs. Speers encourages questions and discussion about the warning signs of relationship abuse and offers suggestions for prevention and early intervention.

2. “Choices for Positive Youth Relationships” Program Overview 1.5 - 2 hours $800

Presented by: Maggie Babcock choicestraining@sympatico.ca
This presentation combines the award-winning film
A Love That Kills with an introduction to an accompanying six-lesson, curriculum-based program for the secondary school classroom. Program goals are outlined and an overview of the lesson content is presented. This presentation is an opportunity for communities to learn about an effective and relevant program that is respected by adults and youth alike.

3. From The Victim’s Perspective 1 hour $800

Presented by: Dawna Speers speersdawna@sympatico.ca
This workshop has been introduced to Police, Victim Services, and other agencies to gain a better understanding of the impact of relationship violence from the victim’s perspective. Relationship violence is a serious crime and there are many precursors or warning signs of abusive and controlling behaviors previous to the physical injuries. This workshop will give the participants a clear understanding of the impact and trauma experienced by the victim. It will focus on the interaction with Police, and Victim Services before, during and after the trial

 

4. Awareness of Teenage Violence $400

Presented by: Jayna Amting jamting@uwo.ca

This workshop has been introduced to High School and University students across Canada. The presentation combines the award-winning film A Love That Kills and Jayna's perspective on the importance of speaking out about the prevention of relationship abuse.

Training Seminars

1. Training for Educators, 1 or 2 days $1500 per day

Presented by: Maggie Babcock choicestraining@sympatico.ca
This workshop will assist educators to effectively deliver the CHOICES for Positive Youth Relationships program. Highlights from the six lessons will be introduced, including an opportunity to view the award-winning film, A Love That Kills. Several implementation options are outlined and ways to create a comfort level for both the educator and the participants are suggested. Participants will have an opportunity to experience several lesson activities and interactive discussions will focus on effective support when disclosures occur. Educators will be encouraged to engage a community network of support that will assist youth to sustain safe relationship choices.

2. Training for Community Partners, 3- 4 hours $1500

Presented by: Maggie Babcock choicestraining@sympatico.ca
It is critical that we give our youth the message that there is a whole community who cares about them and can offer information and support to them. Community organizations and associations (eg. Police, Victim Services, Women’s Shelters, Sexual Assault Centers, YWCA, Psychologists and Social Workers) provide a valuable resource for the CHOICES for Positive Youth Relationships program. They assist with delivery, facilitator training, and follow-up support. This workshop introduces the CHOICES for Positive Youth Relationships program to the community partners and outlines the role that each partner may play. Suggestions for collaboration in program delivery are given and tips for effective support are offered.