Information about this free Safe+Sound service, which provides support to survivors 13+.
Topic: Sexual Violence
“What Happens When I Request Counseling Services?”
If you or your family members have experienced domestic or sexual violence, you can call or text our 24/7 hotline at 866-685-1122 to be referred for counseling at Safe+Sound Somerset. Our clinicians are committed to supporting you through the many...
Amaze – Real Sex Ed for teens (videos)
Videos providing young teens around the globe with medically accurate, age-appropriate, affirming, and honest sex education they can access directly online. Supports for parents and teachers.
“What is Sexual Assault?”
Cartoon video for teens about what sexual assault is and how to get help. From Amaze.org
“Sexual Abuse Can Happen to Anyone”
Cartoon video for teens about reaching out to a sexual abuse helpline, featuring a male survivor. From Amaze.org
Ask Ava, Episode 161: “What if my partner is disappointed because I don’t want to have sex?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
“But What About False Reports?”
Article from Safe+Sound Somerset staff including the low stats about false reports, and how believing survivors is important to ending sexual and domestic violence. "If our community’s initial response to someone revealing sexual violence is a concern about it being...
Ask Ava, Episode 160: “What if someone lies about using birth control?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
Unpacking Trauma-Informed Teaching
Article from "Cult of Pedagogy" blog about the basics of trauma and how teachers and school staff can incorporate trauma-informed strategies.
Ask Ava, Episode 159: Ask Ava Anything! Questions from April 2023
A special episode of Ask Ava where we answer three questions from this month: -"If something isn't about sex, why is it considered sexual harassment?" - specifically gay slurs and asking someone out over and over -"What if my partner...
