Assault prevention is everybody’s business. Each of us can learn simple and effective prevention tools and can encourage a society where violence is unacceptable. When all of us get involved, in our own way, we limit the number of assaults on vulnerable people.
The Child Assault Prevention (CAP) Project
Children as a group are particularly vulnerable to assault of all kinds. When we look only at sexual assault, the statistics are striking : 1 out of every 3 girls and 1 out of every 5 boys are sexually assaulted before the age of 18. But many children also face difficulties with peers. No child should have to accept verbal, physical, or sexual assault.
ACTION: Self-defense for Women and Teen Girls
Did you know that all women and teen girls can defend themselves?
We just need to know how!
Workshops for adults with intellectual disabilities
The Montreal Assault Prevention Centre staff have developed a workshop for adults with intellectual disabilities. As with all programs offered by the Centre, this workshop focuses on the participants’ individuals capacities and teaching a variety of tools that are adapted to the community.
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