Supporting Survivors with Disabilities - Kankakee, IL

Clove Alliance, Options and Kankakee Community College are partnering up to provide this conference on Supporting Survivors with Disabilities.

Supporting Survivors with Disabilities is an interactive presentation outlining best practices in supporting people with disabilities who are survivors of sexual assault. You will explore ways to support survivors with disabilities, including an overview of different disabilities and effective communication styles. By the end of the presentation you will be able to:

• Identify barriers and understand offender dynamics.
• Recognize ways that our understanding of working with people with disabilities can frame our level of support including various accommodations.
• List collaborative approaches to supporting survivors with disabilities.

When: Friday, April 19th from 8 AM - 3:30 PM

Where: Kankakee Community College

There is a $10 registration fee, with lunch provided. Upon successful completion, 5.5 contact hours will be awarded to nurses, counselors, and social workers. QIDPs will be provided by the presenter, Leanne M. Mull, MHA.

Register today and download the conference flyer (PDF) for sharing!