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When They Won’t Commit to the Team
In talking with teams, I come across that regular (though not frequent) question of, “What do I do if I can’t get someone to work…
Resource Spotlight: MOU Samples
Every time I talk about MOU’s and formalizing commitment to the team’s work, people request to see examples. This month’s resource spotlight is dedicated to…
Collaborating for SAAM and Beyond: Partnerships are key!
The Committee Against Domestic Abuse Inc. (CADA) and Violence Awareness & Response Program (VARP) at the University of Minnesota – Mankato have been partners for…
SART Foundations: Breaking Down the Mystery of the MOU
The first time I heard the letters “MOU” tossed out in a SART meeting, I just smiled and nodded. After I left, I immediately pulled…
Weigh In Wednesday: Commitment and the Team
A lot of folks feel some kind of way about commitment. However, we’re talking about commitment to the work of the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART).
Managing the, “Yeah, but…” in the Team Dynamic
When thinking about accountability, one thing that I have seen in many teams (my own included) is a quick, defensive reaction to change. I summarize…
Resource Spotlight: Just Detention
In thinking through this month’s theme of accountability, I want share about the really great work of the organization Just Detention International. Just Detention works…
Ways to Embrace Voices for SAAM: Talking Points to Move Towards Prevention and Survivor Speaking Tips
As 2017 closed out, attention around sexual harassment and violence brought awareness to the prevalence of these issues. With SAAM 2018 right around the corner,…
SART Foundations: Rethinking Accountability in the Team Context
Accountability can be a really intense word. When I introduce the idea of accountability to my team or in my trainings, people often have a…
Weigh In Wednesday: Accountability
Being in a sexual assault response team and working in collaboration means that there will be bumps in the road. It’s a normal part of…