Our blog covers a diverse range of topics aligned with our mission of harnessing the power of knowledge, compassion, and innovation to create a world free from sexual and social violence. The blog content is designed to be informative, thought-provoking, and aligned with our core values and objectives. By sharing knowledge, insights, and updates, we aim to engage our audience, foster discussion, and contribute to the ongoing efforts to address the critical issues within our scope of work.
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Overcoming Obstacles to Accurate Personal Histories in Sexual Offense Cases
An accurate, comprehensive personal history is crucial for therapists to get to the root of a client's challenges, and it helps them look beyond surface-level symptoms to understand how past events and relationships have shaped the client’s harmful behaviors. By connecting current issues with past experiences, therapists can identify recurring ...
Social Work Month 2025: Compassion + Action
March is Social Work Month, a time to recognize the profound impact social workers have on our communities. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) has chosen "Social Work: Compassion + Action" as this year's theme, emphasizing the essential balance social workers maintain between empathetic engagement and decisive action in ...
Women’s History Month 2025: Honoring Fay Honey Knopp’s Legacy in Prison Reform and Sexual Violence Prevention
March marks Women's History Month, a time when we recognize women who have shaped American history through their courage, resilience, and innovation. This year's theme, "Moving Forward Together," spotlights women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership in shaping the minds and futures of all generations. At ...
Substance Use and Mental Health in Justice-Involved Male Youths
by Claudia S. Mesa, M.A., & Dawn M. Pflugradt, PsyD, LP, LCSW Adolescence is a unique developmental period characterized by significant maturation of all bodily systems. As such, clinicians and researchers have been interested in understanding the impact that substances have on the developing individual. Alcohol and marijuana use during ...
Validation Before Intervention: Christin Santiago’s Keys to Unlocking a Youth’s Potential
For over 25 years, recreational therapist Christin Santiago has dedicated her career to working with young people who have been labeled by society such things as "dangerous," "aggressive," or "problematic." In her TED Talk "Empowerment Through Understanding," she discusses her work with teens and kids who present with challenging behaviors ...
Social Justice in Practice: Resources and Strategies for Mental Health Professionals
Every year on February 20th, the world observes the World Day of Social Justice, a day organized by the United Nations and coordinated by the International Labor Organization (ILO). This day serves as a call to action, urging us to recognize and address the importance of social justice in fostering ...
Connecting the Dots: Links Between Sexual Offending Patterns and Human Trafficking
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and the observance highlights the critical need to address the complex problem of human trafficking. This year’s theme, “Connecting the Dots,” emphasizes the importance of taking a holistic approach to prevention, recognizing how trafficking intersects with other forms of violence and social issues, ...
Panelist Insights on Sex Positivity and Inclusivity: Complexities of Human Sexuality in Clinical Practice
Our final webinar of 2024, titled "Sex Positivity and Inclusivity: Transforming Treatment for People Who Have Sexually Abused," attracted over 700 registrants, demonstrating a significant interest in enhancing professional understanding and strategies for addressing the complexities of human sexuality within therapeutic contexts. The event fostered a dynamic exchange of ideas, ...
