Supporters & Survivors Workshops
Supporting a Male Survivor of Child Sexual Assault
SAMSN recognises the challenges that family members and friends of survivors can experience when trying to support their loved-one.
We conduct one-day workshops that are open to both supporters and survivors to understand the impacts of child sexual assault and to build strong and mutually respectful relationships.
This workshop provides a safe space for partners, family and friends, as well as adult male survivors, to discuss commonly faced issues and aspects of recovery & healing.
The workshop is facilitated by SAMSN staff who are both professionals and those with lived experience.
Please note that all of our services are provided free of charge, to supporters & survivors.
Part One: 9.30am
- Understanding the dynamics, impacts & ripple effects of child sexual abuse
- What assists in recovery & healing?
- The SAMSN journey and learnings about supporting survivors
Morning tea: 11am
Part Two: 11.20am
- Exploring the needs of survivors & supporters
- In this session, the group separates into supporters and survivors and are led in a discussion about each groups’ needs, what’s been helpful and unhelpful
Lunch: 12.45pm
Part Three: 1.15pm
- Bringing it all together – responding to the needs of survivors & supporters
- The facilitators provide feedback about the main themes that came out of the group discussions
Close: 3pm
Parramatta
26 Feb (Sat)
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09 Apr (Sat)
Adelaide
27 May (Sat)
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Sharyn
Staff personnel were very helpful with my initial queries on how to provide resources to a person in need. The workshop for family/friends gave me the added information that I needed to help that person. Much appreciated!
Mandy
Thank you for a great day. Hopefully the man I am supporting will come along next time.
Harry
The Service is excellent. Extremely supportive, great resources and professional staff. I cannot praise SAMSN enough. I hope SAMSN continues to grow and flourish!
Jack
The organisation of SAMSN is the most hard-working delivery of recovery in CSA I have encountered. The empathy, compassion and support are outstanding.
Cat
I wasn’t sure what to expect but it was very helpful to listen to other people’s experiences.
Yuri
Very practical and productive. Has helped unpack the enormity of impact on my brother’s life.
Amanda
I loved the down to earth, honesty and the sense of being comfortable so easily. I loved that survivors also attended today and shared through separate groups.
Donald
Brilliant & caring presenters. Helped me develop a better understanding of child sexual abuse impacts and how we can better support our son.
Anonymous
I can’t thank you guys enough. Couldn’t fault venue, facilities, booking in, presenters & material.
Maria
I attended as a spouse of a survivor and found the workshop well planned and presented it was very comprehensive.
Kate
I was very impressed with the gentle pastoral care of the presenters who gently approached me when I took refuge in a corner.
Trish
It was really great that all support groups present were acknowledged and welcomed to advertise themselves here. It showed a real genuineness of care for the survivor.
Ken
Not feeling alone as a supporter this workshop was uplifting & informative.
Sheridan
Being able to hear different stories & the advice and information from other supporters.
Karl
To be heard, accepted, and understood. This was one of the most liberating days of my life, I walked in this morning heavy and left light.
Anonymous
Really feel that the whole day was beneficial to know that support is available and that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Anne
Listening to the supporter stories & Knowledge. Knowing you are not alone! More exposure to assist others in becoming aware of this organisation.
Alex
Wonderful safe space to be able to share and be heard.
Lisa
Connecting with other supporters and sharing ideas and stories realizing you’re not alone and finding community so glad I came.
Fiona
It renewed my motivation to raise awareness of male child sexual assault & the need to encourage men to seek support.
Kim
Thank you for your time, dedication & safe environment for connection to take place among survivors & their supporters.
Kylie
A worthwhile workshop for families. Thank you SAMSN for a great day. Hopefully the man I am supporting will come along next time.
Mark
It is a very difficult subject dealt with by people who are survivors. Well done SAMSN!
Pam
Loved it! For the first time we were amongst people who just know.
Jay
SAMSN is the most informed, hard working & most qualified organisation I have utilized in my 17 years of recovery from childhood sexual abuse. Their support, compassion and empathy are limitless.
Jul
So grateful for such an incredible space that has been created. SAMSN is the only help that works. You saved my life.
Greg
Run by people who have been abused & know exactly what fellow survivors & supporters are going through.
Rob
Honesty & integrity & perseverance in setting SAMSN. Other people who are in need of help can share. Thank you for the opportunity to attend this workshop.
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