Join the New York City Alliance Against Sexual Assault for an in-depth workshop on the purpose and collection of sexual assault forensic exams. This workshop is intended for anybody who works with survivors of sexual violence and/or community members who would like more information on the resources available to survivors in a hospital setting. This workshop will cover: the components of a forensic exam and a drug-facilitated sexual assault forensic exam, the role of an advocate, the New York State Sexual Assault Survivor Bill of Rights, and the options that survivors have for reporting, getting kits tested, and accessing support resources.

By the end of the training, participants will be able to: -Provide accurate, trauma-informed information to survivors or community members about what to expect during a hospital visit following a sexual assault. -Communicate survivors’ legal rights clearly, particularly those outlined in the New York State Survivors Bill of Rights. -Describe the handling, storage, and potential legal implications of sexual assault forensic exam kits. -Refer survivors to appropriate advocacy and healthcare resources in New York City and nationwide.