November

Alumnus Branin Returns to IUP as Official "It's On Us" Trainer

Alumnus Adrianna Branin returned to IUP to present It's On Us training. She also took some time to reflect on her experience at IUP and winning the Biden Courage Award.

  • 15 November 2021
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IUP Students Participate in SETpoint Empowerment Self Defense Program

The Haven Project was host to the SETpoint Empowerment Based, Self Defense Training Program. Thirty-nine IUP students participated in the program whose mission is to reduce sexual and physical assault, particularly among targeted and marginalized communities.

  • 12 November 2021
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It's On Us Presentation

Join the Haven Project and Phi Kappa Tau for a presentation to learn more about It's On Us. This National Campaign is dedicated to college sexual assault prevention and survivor support.

  • 08 November 2021
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Short Film: “Behind The Post”

The Haven Project and Theta Phi Alpha invite you to a viewing of “Behind The Post,” a short film and workshop by the One Love Foundation. One conversation can open someone's eyes to healthy or unhealthy relationship behaviors that they never before considered.

  • 04 November 2021
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What is Green Dot All About?

Join the Haven Project and be trained in the Green Dot Bystander Intervention Program. Our mission is to have fewer people hurt by power-based personal violence. This includes sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking.

  • 01 November 2021
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Haven Hosts Presentation on Intimate Partner Violence with Adrianna Branin

IUP Haven Project welcomes back IUP alumna Adrianna Branin, 2019 Biden Courage Award winner, and Assistant Director of Trainings for It’s On Us, for a presentation on Intimate Partner Violence Awareness and Prevention. It’s On Us has grown into the nation’s largest nonprofit program dedicated to college sexual assault prevention and survivor support activating students on hundreds of campuses in awareness and prevention programs.

  • 25 October 2021
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October

It’s On Us Volunteer Training

Join the Haven Project and learn about the national campaign that encourages all of us to be better bystanders and teaches us about power-based violence, sexual violence prevention, toxic masculinity, men as allies, and more.

  • 19 October 2021
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Silent Witness Display

A silent witness is a silhouette that bears the name and true story of an adult or child that was killed by domestic violence. We must commit to be their voices now that they can no longer speak for themselves.

  • 18 October 2021
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Escalation: A Powerful Film Recognizing the Signs of Dating Violence

Join the Haven Project and Delta Zeta for the viewing of the short film, Escalation. Learn about the warning signs of unhealthy and dangerous relationships and what you can do about them.

  • 18 October 2021
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Domestic and Dating Violence in College

The Haven Project and Alpha Gamma Delta invite you to a presentation on intimate partner violence in college. Join us to learn more about domestic and dating violence in college relationships, tips for safety planning, and how to support a friend who may be experiencing intimate partner violence.

  • 15 October 2021
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Green Dot Training (Virtual)

Join the Haven Project and be trained in the Green Dot Bystander Intervention Program. Learn how to become an active voice and step in when someone needs it the most.

  • 15 October 2021
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Self-Defense and Empowerment Workshop: Space is still available

Space is still available. Join the Haven Project for a one-part four-hour workshop. This empowerment-based self-defense training provides powerful and preventative tools for reducing sexual and physical assault for individuals at an increased risk of gender-based violence, including women and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

  • 11 October 2021
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SETpoint FORCE: Self-Defense and Empowerment Workshop

Haven Project is hosting a four-hour workshop. This empowerment-based self-defense training provides powerful and preventative tools for reducing sexual and physical assault for individuals at an increased risk of gender-based violence, including women and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

  • 29 September 2021
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September

Green Dot Training

Join the Haven Project and be trained in the Green Dot Bystander Intervention Program. Learn how to become an active voice and step in when someone needs it the most.

  • 23 September 2021
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Haven Project Volunteer Training: Domestic Violence Awareness

Learn about the signs and prevalence of domestic violence and what to do if you or someone you are close to is affected by this issue. Volunteers needed to assist with the Haven Project's Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign.

  • 22 September 2021
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Postponed: SETpoint FORCE: Presented by the Haven Project

Join the Haven Project for a Self-Defense and Empowerment Workshop. Learn and practice skills in situational awareness, boundary setting, bystander intervention, and physical resistance.

  • 21 September 2021
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RAINN Day 2021

Come to the Oak Grove to see the display of umbrellas and show that you are an ally in the fight against sexual violence.

  • 17 September 2021
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Intervene to Turn the Red Zone Green

Join the Haven Project and Sigma Chi for a virtual event to learn about the Red Zone, Green Dot, and how we all can play a part to make our campus safer for everyone.

  • 16 September 2021
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Chalk the Walk to Support Survivors for RAINN Day 2021

You are invited to join members of the Haven Project to create a visual display across the Oak Grove for RAINN Day 2021. Show your support to survivors of sexual violence by chalking supportive messages, facts, and recovery resources.

  • 15 September 2021
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Umbrella Making Workshop

You are invited to show your commitment to speaking up against sexual violence and your solidarity with survivors by making an umbrella with quotes, statistics, and words of encouragement. Umbrellas will be displayed on RAINN Day 2021 on September 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Oak Grove.

  • 13 September 2021
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RAINN Day and Red Zone Volunteer Training

Join the Haven Project for a chance to learn about sexual violence, the Red Zone, RAINN Day, how you can get involved to make our campus and community safer, and volunteer for Haven's events in September.

  • 10 September 2021
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Haven Project Presents: RAINN Day and Red Zone Volunteer Training

The IUP Haven Project will hold training for volunteers who would like to help with RAINN Day and with September events. Learn how you can be involved in making our campus and community safer.

  • 01 September 2021
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May

Haven Project/Green Dot Peer Educator and Biden Courage Award Winner Accepts Position With It's On Us

The Haven Project and Green Dot would like to congratulate Adrianna Branin on accepting a position with It’s On Us as their new assistant director of training in Washington, DC. 

  • 06 May 2021
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Haven Project Thanks Those Who Supported “What Were You Wearing?” Exhibit

The IUP Haven Project wishes to extend thanks to Janet Blood, Fashion Merchandising program coordinator; Theresa McDevitt, IUP Libraries; and the many survivors of sexual assault who trusted us with their stories, for their help in making the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit possible. Our partnerships with the IUP community are crucial to Haven Project’s mission.

  • 06 May 2021
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April

Haven Project Grateful for IUP Support

The Haven Project would like to thank all of our partners (administration, faculty, staff, students, and organizations) for collaborating with us in the 2020–21 academic year to aid in our mission to make our campus safer.

  • 30 April 2021
Campus News

Location Change: Sex On the Big Screen

Join in on a discussion about what we see in movies and television about sex, alcohol, consent, and sexual violence.

  • 26 April 2021
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IUP Shares What They Would Tell a Survivor

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Haven Project invites you to view the “What Would You Tell a Survivor?” video offering encouraging messages of hope and support. IUP and its community partners want survivors to know that they matter, they are heard, they are supported, and they are not alone. 

  • 26 April 2021
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Take Back The Night: A State System-Wide Virtual Event

Take Back the Night is an annual event that raises awareness, empowers individuals, and inspires action that will bring an end to sexual violence. The virtual event will include guest speakers Tracey Vitchers from It’s On Us and Denise Pearson, vice chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.

  • 16 April 2021
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Haven Project Hiring Peer Educators for Fall 2021-Spring 2022

The Haven Project is hiring undergraduate students for positions as Peer Educators. If you’re interested in creating content to advertise our programs and gaining experience in presenting topics to groups of students, please email us at haven-project@iup.edu.

  • 16 April 2021
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Alumna Fargo Discusses Writing and How IUP Helped to Shape Her Stories

On April 7, IUP graduate Layne Fargo discussed her writing career, how going to IUP helped to shape her stories, and provided advice for those interested in writing and publication in the future.

  • 14 April 2021
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Take Back the Night Virtual Speak Out

On Wednesday, April 14, at 5:00 p.m. you are invited to show your support for survivors of sexual assault with the Haven Project’s Virtual Speak Out. Survivors are given the chance to have their voices heard, even if we can't be together in person. Anonymous stories were submitted and will be be read by the Haven Project staff, peer educators, and volunteers.

  • 12 April 2021
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“What Were You Wearing?” Exhibit Dismantles Myth Around Clothing and Sexual Assault

The Haven Project and the Fashion Merchandising Program are partnering together to set up the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit. Anonymous survivor stories from the IUP community will be on display all week in the Stapleton Library, April 12–16.

  • 07 April 2021
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It's On Us Presentation

Join the Haven Project and Phi Sigma Kappa to learn about the It’s On Us national campaign that encourages us to be better bystanders and teaches us about power-based violence, sexual violence prevention, and more.

  • 05 April 2021
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March

IUP Community to Create Signs to Support Survivors of Sexual Assault

The IUP community can support survivors of sexual assault by creating a sign with a supportive message for the “What Would You Tell a Survivor” campaign. Signs are due by Friday, April 23, 2021, to the Haven Project.

  • 31 March 2021
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Human Trafficking: What You Need To Know

Join the Haven Project and Theta Phi Alpha on Monday, March 29, for a virtual presentation on human trafficking.

  • 23 March 2021
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Sexual Violence Awareness Volunteer Training

Join the Haven Project on Tuesday, March 30, for a Zoom presentation on sexual violence. Attendees can volunteer to assist with activities in April for Sexual Violence Awareness month.

  • 23 March 2021
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What Were You Wearing Exhibit and Survivor Stories

Join the Haven Project for the What Were You Wearing Exhibit. Survivors can submit anonymous stories that will be on display April 12–16 in the Library near Java City.

  • 19 March 2021
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Looking for Survivor Stories: Virtual Speak Out for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Haven Project is asking for survivor stories for a Virtual Speak Out for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.  Survivors can share their stories anonymously, and they will be read at the Speak Out on April 14, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. via Haven Project social media.

  • 19 March 2021
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Virtual Speak Out on April 14: Survivor Stories Needed

The Haven Project is holding a Virtual Speak Out on April 14 at 5:00 p.m. to continue to support victims and survivors of sexual violence.  Survivors can submit anonymous stories via a Google doc form or by emailing the Haven Project.

  • 16 March 2021
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Survivor Stories Needed For “What Were You Wearing?” Exhibit

Suvivor stories are needed from students, faculty, staff, and administration to make the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit a success in 2021.  Survivors are encouraged to submit their stories so that the display can brings awareness to the issue of victim blaming and helps to dismantle the myths about sexual violence occurring due to what a person was wearing when the assault occurred.

  • 16 March 2021
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Green Dot Training: All Students Welcome

IUP Haven Project invites all students to learn about Green Dot. If we all do our small part, we can make a big difference. Green Dot is a violence prevention program at IUP. Green Dot changes the campus norms so that violence becomes unacceptable, and the campus is intolerant of violence. This changes the campus culture. 

  • 11 March 2021
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Green Dot Training With Queer Conversations

The Haven Project and LGBTQIA Support will present “Green Dot Bystander Intervention Training” on Tuesday, March 16, as part of the Queer Conversations series. Learn how you can be an active bystander and help those around you to make IUP a safer place for all. 

  • 09 March 2021
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Green Dot Training: Open To All Students

Join the IUP Haven Project and Alpha Xi Delta for an online training to learn all about the Green Dot Bystander Intervention Program. Learn how you can become an active voice, and step in when somebody needs it the most.

  • 02 March 2021
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February

Domestic and Dating Violence in College: What You Need To Know

Learn the signs and prevalence of domestic and dating violence and what to do if you or someone close to you is affected by this issue. If you or a loved one is in an abusive relationship, you are not alone. Learn what resources are on campus and in the community to help.

  • 23 February 2021
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Green Dot Volunteer Training with IUP Haven Project

Join the Haven Project on Tuesday, February 23, for online Green Dot Bystander Intervention Volunteer Training. Become a volunteer and help us promote Green Dots all across campus.

  • 17 February 2021
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Six O'Clock Series: “Behind The Post”

Join the Haven Project for an online viewing of Behind the Post, a short film and workshop by the One Love Foundation, on Monday, February 22, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

  • 16 February 2021
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Haven Project Presents “One Love: Couplets” February 18

Love is learned, so join IUP Haven Project as we explore the different relationships with the One Love Couplets.  Let’s work together to learn to love better and be better in our relationships.

  • 15 February 2021
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Relationship Prosperity Through the Pandemic

Join the Haven Project and LGBTQIA Support on Tuesday, February 16, as part of the Queer Conversations series. Attendees will discuss healthy and unhealthy relationships along with how the pandemic is impacting LGBTQIA college students, learn about boundaries and respecting one another’s space and ideas, talk about LGBTQIA online dating profile creation, and identify some self-care tips during this challenging time.

  • 10 February 2021
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“What's Love Got To Do With It?”

IUP Haven Project will present “What’s Love Got To Do With It?” on Tuesday, February 16, via Zoom. Learn about healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, love styles, love languages, and signs of dating and domestic violence. If you have concerns about a relationship, there are resources that are available to help. 

  • 10 February 2021
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Green Dot: Open Student Training

Join the Haven Project and be trained in the Green Dot Bystander Intervention Program. Learn how to become an active voice and step in when someone needs it the most. This training will equip you with information about barriers to action and realistic solutions so that fewer people will be hurt by power-based personal violence.  

  • 08 February 2021
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Healthy Relationships in a Pandemic

The pandemic continues to dramatically affect our lives, including our relationships with people. Join us on Zoom Tuesday, February 9, to learn about the components of a healthy relationship and how to identify the red flags of a potentially unhealthy relationship. Resources are available if you need help. 

  • 03 February 2021
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January

Stalking: Signs, Safety, and Support

Learn about stalking behaviors, safety tips, safety apps, and resources that are available if you need help (on or off campus).  You are not alone. Help is available.

  • 29 January 2021
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Healthy Relationships Volunteer Training with the Haven Project

Educate yourself and your peers about the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. Get trained so you can help the Haven Project spread awareness on campus so that everyone knows that support is available.

  • 25 January 2021
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Presentation: Human Trafficking

Join the Haven Project and Chi Upsilon Sigma on Tuesday, January 26, for a virtual presentation on human trafficking. Learn about the different types of human trafficking, who is most vulnerable, how traffickers coerce their victims to gain control, how you can stay safe, and how to identify someone who may need help.

  • 20 January 2021
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