Interpersonal Violence Prevention Conference 

This conference is a unique opportunity for students to learn more about resources and support around interpersonal violence. Expect informational presentations from campus and community resources, a panel discussion on reporting, and more!  

9:45 AM Check-In Begins
10:00 AM Session 1
10:30 AM Transition
10:35 AM Session 2
11:05 AM Transition
11:10 AM Session 3
11:40 AM Lunch (Pizza Provided)
12:15 PM Panel Discussion
1:00 PM Transition
1:05 PM Bystander Intervention Game
1:45 PM Transition
1:50 PM Closing Remarks 

S.L.U.T.S.T.R.U.T. is an event and a movement inspired by Slut Walk, which began in 2011 in response to a Toronto, Canada police officer’s comment that women should, “avoid dressing like sluts” (Martin, 2011) to evade being sexually assaulted. Victim blaming continues to deter survivors from speaking out while enabling pervasive gender-based violence. Slut Walks became a global phenomenon where survivors of all genders take to the streets to protest victim blaming, injustice, and the complacency of those in power.  

 S.L.U.T.S.T.R.U.T., Sexual Learning Ultimately Tailored for Students, Teachers, Residents, Uniting Today, is a local, Coug manifestation of the beliefs that women and all genders are entitled to sexual agency and that expression of sexuality should not be policed, co-opted, or implied as cause for oppressive gender-based violence. As its title suggests, S.L.U.T.S.T.R.U.T. cultivates community among those disproportionately affected by and at risk for gender-based violence (and their allies) by claiming space to connect, empower, and take part in a global movement. S.L.U.T.S.T.R.U.T. is WSU’s movement to assert the human right to express oneself regardless of gender identity and sexual orientation. 

This Pullman Campus event is a collaboration between Health Education, LGBTQ+ Center and the Women*s Center since 2019. The premises are to educate on understanding consent, boundaries, and discussing sexual needs openly and honestly.  It’s an opportunity to empower oneself in understanding interpersonal violence and prevention.  While also advocating for sexual health and education resources for those seeking guidance in sexual matters.