During the month of October, Pitt recognizes Relationship Violence Awareness Month. During this month we recognize and support the members of our community who have been impacted by domestic violence and all forms of sexual misconduct. Join us this month as we work to increase knowledge and awareness around sexual misconduct, while promoting safe, consent-focused, and healthy relationships.
Crafting Consent
Wednesday, October 2nd | 6pm-8pm
31st Floor of the Cathedral of Learning
Stop by the Prevention at Pitt office for a consent themed craft night. You can make jewelry, cards, buttons, and more! Sweets and popcorn will be available for you munch on while you craft.
Register Here (registration not required to attend)
Prevention at Pitt Open House
October 4, 2024 | 1pm-2pm
31st Floor of the Cathedral of Learning
Join us at the Prevention at Pitt open house to learn more about programs and trainings offered by the prevention team. Activities and refreshments will be available.
Register Here (registration not required to attend)
Stories of Us: An open mic night to honor relationships that have changed us
October 4, 2024 | 5:30p-7:30p
C4C Understory CL Basement
An interactive open mic night where participants can share written works about relationships that have impacted them greatly. Whether good or bad or something in between, participants can express their journeys through their art.
First-time performers to seasoned veterans are welcome to take the stage for a pre-set amount of time (up to six minutes). Performance slots are limited; please register below to guarantee a performance spot - we will open the floor after registered performers have finished. Supporters are always welcome! Sweets and tea will be provided.
PAAR Wellness Workshop Series with Pittsburgh Action Against Rape
Friday, October 11th | 1pm-2pm
31st Floor of the Cathedral of Learning (Prevention at Pitt)
Self-care and healing can take many forms and involve a number of different skills, techniques, routines, and supports. Pittsburgh Action Against Rape and Prevention at Pitt are starting a wellness series to give survivors and their allies as safe space to learn more about how trauma impacts the body and brain, language for discussing our complex emotions, to take space to learn and practice soothing skills and coping strategies, and most importantly: build community with fellow peers who are also seeking community and support.
This group will focus on setting and maintaining boundaries.
No registration, just come as you are!
Empowerment Through Voices Book Club
Monday, October 14th | 6pm-7:30pm
31st Floor of the Cathedral of Learning (Prevention at Pitt)
The Empowerment Through Voices Book club will read Chanel Miller’s book, Know My Name. Know My Name is 2019 memoir about Miller’s own experience with sexual assault on Stanford University. The first ten people to register will receive a copy of the book before the discussion.
Register Here
Standing With and Standing Firm: Supporting Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence
Wednesday, October 16th | 11am-12pm
Virtual | Register Here
This training offered by STANDING FIRM, a program of the Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh, is designed for staff and faculty of the university to build understanding of the complex issues around domestic/partner violence and how it affects the workplace and the workforce. Attendees will learn how to recognize the signs that a co-worker or student may be dealing with the realities of domestic/partner violence and how to approach and respond to them in a respectful, safe, and productive manner.
Trauma Informed Engagement
Wednesday, October 23rd | 12pm-1pm
William Pitt Union 527
This training was developed to provide community members with skills to help them engage with the Pitt community using a trauma focused approach. These trainings will provide participants with time to practice some of the shared skills.
Register Here (registration not required to attend)
Prevention Pink Pony Club
Wednesday, October 23rd | 6pm-9pm
Nordy’s Lounge in WPU
Chappell Roan has had a meteoric rise to mainstream stardom this year and with that has come so many discussions around identity, belonging, boundaries, well being, consent, and relationships of all types. Join us for a night filled with Chappell's music and lore as we navigate through activities aimed at promoting consent centered, healthy relationships. There will be stations with activities for you to dive into inspired by songs like "casual" and "naked in Manhattan" as well as plenty of opportunities to connect with other students and normalizing centering conversations around what we WANT in a relationships and HOW we get there. This event is sponsored by Prevention at Pitt and the Office for Inclusion and Belonging's.
Register Here (registration not required to attend)
PAAR Wellness Workshop Series with Pittsburgh Action Against Rape
Friday, October 24th | 1pm-2pm
31st Floor of the Cathedral of Learning (Prevention at Pitt)
Self-care and healing can take many forms and involve a number of different skills, techniques, routines, and supports. Pittsburgh Action Against Rape and Prevention at Pitt are starting a wellness series to give survivors and their allies as safe space to learn more about how trauma impacts the body and brain.
This group will focus on navigating conflict.
No registration, just come as you are!
Mocktails with PAAR
Tuesday, October 29th | 6p-8p
31st Floor of the Cathedral of Learning (Prevention at Pitt)
Stop by the Prevention at Pitt office for mocktails and conversation with Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (PAAR). This casual event will provide students with the opportunity to pick up information about the services PAAR provides and to connect with a confidential advocate at PAAR. We will also have mocktails, games and music if you just need a place to hang out and relax.