SAVVY – BridgeNorth

THE SAVVY PROGRAM

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The SAVVY Program is a prevention program which equips and empowers youth with the knowledge and tools to keep themselves and their friends safe from sexual exploitation and sex trafficking.

The SAVVY Program offers a 10-week prevention group for female youth aged 12-18 using the My Life My Choice Prevention Curriculum.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Variety of interactive and fun educational material and activities suited to all learning styles, including:

Ice Breakers
Group Activities
Storytelling

Discussions
Journalling & Reflection

Each group is co-facilitated by two trained and certified facilitators and includes:

A Clinician
A Survivor of Sex Trafficking

Transportation to and from group can be arranged. Groups meet for 90 minutes each week for 10 weeks.

Participants receive a weekly honorarium for attending.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Female Identifying, non-binary, gender non-conforming youth
12-18 years old (sessions will be offered to youth of similar age groups)

Those at risk of sexual exploitation/sex trafficking or those interested in learning more about how to protect themselves and their friends

TOPICS COVERED

What is sexual exploitation?
Understanding Predators and Recruitment
Healthy Relationships
How To Reduce Your Risk
Substance Use

Self Esteem
Sexual Health
Stories From Surivors
Where to Find Help & Safety

At this time we are only able to deliver this program in English. We are working towards being able to deliver programs in French.

DATE: TO BE ANNOUNCED

Please contact us for more information about group dates or to discuss booking a group at your school, agency, or community group.

LOCATED AT THE BRIDGENORTH OFFICE (ADDRESS PROVIDED UPON REGISTRATION)

Please fill out the form below if you or someone you know would like to learn more about the SAVVY Program.