Awareness
This first level of engagement informs the BU community about the issue and support resources
Risk Reduction
Here, individuals can apply tools to help minimize the severity of harm from violence. These tools include things like self-defense classes, drink covers, and personal alarms.
Prevention
Applying this approach addresses risk for perpetration by seeking change in community and individual attitudes, beliefs, and norms. Use of trainings and changes in policy and systems are a few ways this approach is implemented.
Response
When people experience harm, this level of engagement helps to minimize the impact of trauma through support services and survivor-led action.
Current Theme:
Myths of the Movement: Misconceptions about Violence
Past Themes
Masculinity (2022 – 2023)
Body & Healing (2023 – 2024)