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New Events Added to the Calendar
The Safer Society team has been busy adding new events the CE Center's lineup, introducing an exciting array of opportunities for professional development! Among the latest additions are the SAPROF-SO training, a complimentary 90-minute webinar focusing on sex positivity and inclusion featuring a distinguished panel of experts, and a continuing ...

Announcing CalATSA!
News out of California would undoubtedly make our founder smile. Before she officially started Safer Society Foundation, Fay Honey Knopp was among those instrumental in the establishment of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA). She would be happy that California now has an ATSA chapter, CalATSA. In ...

Now Available as a Set! Paths to Wellness Workbooks
Many clinicians still rely upon the long-established Paths to Wellness series of workbooks. We are now pleased to offer a set of the three at a discounted price! The set of workbooks is designed for individuals in treatment for sexual offending behaviors. This collection includes three essential volumes that guide ...

Pride Month 2024: Creating Safe Spaces to Support LGBTQ+ Youths
As we celebrate Pride Month, it's essential to recognize the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly youths, in accessing affirming mental health care. As clinicians, we have a responsibility to create safe spaces where LGBTQ+ clients feel supported, valued, and empowered ...

Addressing Trauma in Adolescents: The Trauma and Grief Component Therapy Approach
Tragedies such as school shootings attract a great deal of attention from the media, as they should, and it is easy to understand how such events can severely affect everyone involved. However, for some young people, there are other adverse childhood experiences that occur on a daily basis. These events ...

Memorial Day Office Closure Notice
To the Safer Society Community, We would like to inform you that the Safer Society Foundation office will be closed on Monday, May 27th, in observance of Memorial Day. Our office will reopen on Tuesday, May 28th, and we will resume our regular operations and services. Should you have any ...

2024 Founder’s Award from Stop It Now: Joan Tabachnick
We at Safer Society Foundation are pleased to congratulate Joan Tabachnick on receiving the 2024 Founder's Award from Stop It Now!. This award honors the compassion and hope that Fran Henry, the founder of Stop It Now!, brought to the field of child sexual abuse prevention. Joan exemplifies these qualities ...

The Importance of Self-Care for Mental Health Professionals During Awareness Month
May marks a significant month on the calendar for mental health professionals and the broader community. It is designated as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to breaking down the barriers of stigma surrounding mental health and fostering a culture of empathy and support. As we've explored complex topics ...