Groups and Workshops

We offer virtual workshops to individuals of all genders, and virtual and in-person groups for women, trans, and non-binary survivors, ages sixteen and older, who have been sexually assaulted at any point in their lives. Our workshops are free and confidential. Be sure to register early to ensure space is reserved for you. 
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For more information, please call 519-571-0121 ext. 114 or email: groups@sascwr.org.

Groups 

Open Session Groups (Drop-In)
Register to receive a Zoom link or location information, and join when you can!

Shades of the Soul (Click this heading to view details)

Date: First Tuesday of every month
Time: 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Location: Virtual 
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This monthly group is for Black, Indigenous and racialized survivors of sexual violence and is a healing and celebratory place where your truths will be held sacred. This program will explore coping strategies and the complexity of BIR survivors' experiences. We look forward to welcoming you!

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The Art of Healing (Click this heading to view details)

Date: Every other Thursday, until August 24, 2023
Time: 12:30 - 2:00 PM
Location: Online
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This virtual expressive arts-based program will use various forms of media in hopes of exploring healing themes. No artistic experience is required. You will need a blank canvas (blank, lined paper, canvas, etc) and something to create with (pens, markers, pencil crayons, paint, etc.). Artist Elfie Kalfakis will co-facilitate this group.

​This group is for women-identified survivors.  

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Alone, Together: Weekly Check In (Click this heading to view details)

Date: Every Friday excluding stat holidays
Time: 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Location: Virtual 
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An open online support group where survivors can connect and discuss how they are coping and what has been challenging and useful in their healing journey. Join us one Friday or every other Friday!  ​

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Closed Session Groups 

Into The Light: Healing from Childhood Sexual Trauma (Click this heading to view details)

Date: Tuesdays, beginning September 26, 2023 and ending December 12, 2023 (12 weeks)
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Virtual 

​A 12-week virtual group for survivors healing from childhood sexual trauma. As part of a community of survivors we will explore coping tools, sleep, emotional regulation, addiction, shame, the inner child, relationships, boundaries, resilience, acceptance and the sacred path to healing. 

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Workshops

Please check this page often, as we regularly add new groups and workshops!

Suggestions Welcome!

Have an idea for a group, workshop or drop-in theme that you don't see here? Contact our Group and Workshop Coordinator at 519-571-0121 ext. 114 or email groups@sascwr.org with your suggestions!

FEEDBACK FROM WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS...

“I found the workshop very organized and well thought out.”

“I liked the flow of the agenda”

“I appreciated the open dynamic. It kept it engaging.”

“I liked the detailed content provided and the inclusiveness.”
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“It’s really nice to know that others struggle with the same things I do.”