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Rural Sexual Assault Response Teams

Rural Sexual Assault Response Teams

The Sexual Violence Justice Institute (SVJI) is a national program operating within the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA). SVJI creates long-term sustainable systems responses to sexual violence that meet the specific needs of each community. Since 2013, we have provided those awarded with OVW rural grants the support and assistance they need to improve their multi-disciplinary collaborations. We develop resources, tools, and provide one-on-one assistance that honors the strength and creativity of rural communities while also addressing the challenges that come with living in rural places.

OVW Rural grant recipients and other rural communities have access to attending SVJI events, offering in-person trainings, accessing webinars and resources, receiving one-on-one assistance, and get in-depth support to build up their response.

Through our years of experience and your expertise in your community, we will work together to craft the information and resources you need to support and sustain collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams like a Sexual Assault Response Team in your community. We look forward to being a resource as well as connecting you to other national technical assistance providers. Connect with us through the form below or you can call or email our team. Let’s do great work, together.

The Rural Sexual Violence Response National Conference

Hosted by the Sexual Violence Justice Institute at MNCASA, the Rural Sexual Violence Response National Conference is a biannual conference that brings together sexual violence responders from across the country to build stronger multidisciplinary teams and create effective team processes. The goal of the conference is to guide multidisciplinary teams through the development, implementation, and evaluation of their community’s response to sexual violence.

Connection Calls

Our Connection Calls are monthly virtual discussions focused on addressing the current needs of sexual assault response teams (SARTs) and connecting SART leaders and coordinators nationally. Connection Calls are hosted in collaboration with the National SART TTA project.

Past topics of Connection Calls include:

  • SARTs and Rural SANE Programs
  • Planning for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
  • Meeting Facilitation
  • Onboarding New Team Members

Join us for our next call!

Rural Realities Blog Posts

Thank You!

By Fatima Jayoma Welcome to the Rural Realities Blog! We wanted to express our gratitude to everyone who joined us for the Rural Sexual…

Collaborating with Colleges: Part 2

By Aubrey Sampson Welcome to the Rural Realities Blog! Last week, we highlighted key points that teams should be aware of when collaborating with colleges…

Collaborating with Colleges: Part 1

By Aubrey Sampson Welcome to the Rural Realities Blog! This month’s blogs highlight engaging colleges and universities in your SART! The role of institutions of…

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MNCASA Partner Program Directors’ Call

For MNCASA Partner Program directors only.   Check the listserv for registration information.

Sibling Coalition-Hosted Event: In-Person Native Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training (MIWSAC)

Registration is now open for MIWSAC’s next FREE In-Person Native Focused 40-Hour Sexual Assault Advocacy Training! The venue and lodging will be at the Hyatt…

Contact us for more information about rural trainings and support.

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