UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst Everywoman's Center

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Our Services

Workshops for Teens

    Gender role construction and gender stereotypes
    Sexism
    Rape
    Teen dating violence
    Power and control in relationships
    Bullying and sexual harassment
    Building healthy relationships
    Masculinity and the impact of a culture of violence
    Taking action against violence
    How to be an ally against sexual violence
    Trauma associated with sexual violence

Workshops for Teachers and Staff

    Why/how to talk to teens about sexual violence
    How to support students in the classroom
    Issues related to violence such as bullying
    How to respond to disclosures
    Sexual harassment
    Stalking

Interactive Educational Events

    The "Teen Clothesline Project" is a display of T-shirts created by teens in the Pioneer Valley who have been affected by violence in their lives. Please visit the Teen Specialized Services page for further information.
    "Healing the Wounded Heart" is a display of wooden hearts created by local community women expressing their thoughts and feelings about sexual violence and relationship abuse. This display allow teens to hear the voices of others as well as voice their own thoughts and feelings by creating new pieces to add to the display.
    Movies, discussions, and other creative, interactive events. Please contact us to further explore what kind of event might meet your needs.

Educational Support

    We offer discussion groups and information sessions before and/or after events that educate on issues of violence. If your organization is planning to show a film, bring in/attend a theater performance, or present a panel on sexual violence, abuse, rape, sexual harassment, domestic violence, or incest, feel free to call us to discuss options for educational support.