Education
Prevention Presentations
Request a free presentation for your group!
Community Events
STESA is committed to engaging with our community. You will find us represented at a variety of events across southern Santa Barbara County, including health fairs, rallies, festivals, and more! Our purpose is to raise awareness of sexual assault and inform local residents about the resources available to them. Show your support by attending one of our upcoming events!
Raise the Bar
Raise the Bar is a five-year community mobilization initiative where we are working to address the connection between alcohol overconsumption and sexual assault. Using the Close to Home community mobilization model, Raise the Bar staff, stakeholders and community volunteers will conduct educational workshops, community forums, and awareness campaigns in collaboration with Santa Barbara and Isla Vista residents, local businesses and community organizations. The goal is to Raise the Bar on public policy to support prevention efforts by providing bystander intervention and education about the direct correlation between the overconsumption of alcohol and Sexual Assault to our wonderful community.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Every April, in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), STESA implements a campaign that targets a specific issue relating to sexual assault in our community. Previous campaigns include bystander intervention training for local bars demonstrating community support for survivors, and combatting the myth that clothing invites assault. Passionate about educating your community? Get involved in planning our next campaign!
Self-Defense Workshops
Our 4-hour workshop teaches awareness, assertiveness, and physical self-defense techniques. Tailored workshops are available for teens, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Sign up for one of our upcoming classes or request a private session for your group!
Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
In a company of five or more employees or independent contractors, all supervisors and managers must receive two hours and employees one hour of instruction in the prevention of sexual harassment every two years.
STESA provides an interactive, two-hour training the meets California’s sexual harassment prevention standards. We offer training in English or Spanish. Contact us for more information!
