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PREA Orientation

PREA Orientation. Basic Rules. You have a right to be free from sexual abuse and harassment We Respect Each Other’s Safety – No verbal or physically assaultive behavior We Appreciate Each Other’s Individuality and Expect a Crime Free Environment – No gang activity

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PREA Orientation

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  1. PREA Orientation

  2. Basic Rules • You have a right to be free from sexual abuse and harassment • We Respect Each Other’s Safety – No verbal or physically assaultive behavior • We Appreciate Each Other’s Individuality and Expect a Crime Free Environment – No gang activity • We Maintain Self Control – No self-abusive behavior • We Respect our Surroundings – No damage • We Accept the Importance of Boundaries – No relationships beyond friendship

  3. Relationships Always maintain healthy relationships. Sexual relationships are not appropriate while you are in OJJ custody. Choose to associate with positive youth.

  4. Healthy and Unhealthy Relationships • OJJ has ZERO TOLERANCE for sexual abuse and sexual harassment. Examples include: • Consensual sexual relationships are not allowed between staff, volunteers or youth. • While in a group home or secure facility, sexual contact is not allowed. • Boundary Violations – any behavior that violates someone else's space or makes them feel uncomfortable is not acceptable.

  5. DEFINITIONS YOU NEED TO KNOW • SEXUAL HARASSMENT • Sexual Harassment is saying harmful things about another person’s gender, body or clothing. Using profane or obscene words or gestures is also sexual harassment.It also includes inappropriate talk about sexual behavior with other youth or staff.

  6. DEFINITIONS YOU NEED TO KNOW • SEXUAL ABUSE • Sexual abuse is when a person touches someone in an inappropriate area of their body or watches someone while showering, using the bathroom, or changing clothes for sexual purposes. If you are not sure if something is sexual abuse, ask your counselor or probation officer.

  7. We Value You and Your Safety • Know that staff are here to help keep you safe from sexual abuse and sexual harassment. • If you feel threatened or intimidated by anyone, you must report it. • You will be free from retaliation for reporting an incident. • You should always be supervised by staff.

  8. You are responsible for your BEHAVIOR! • Be aware of your body language and keep your conversations clean. • Do not engage in inappropriate discussions with staff or other youth.

  9. Focus on Yourself • Deal with your own issues while you are here. • This is your chance to think about your life and focus on yourself. • Do not ask anyone for favors that are against the rules. • Do not accept favors that are against the rules.

  10. Reporting • Report any sexually inappropriate behavior (sexual harassment or sexual assault) right away to a staff member that you trust. This may be your counselor, probation officer or the I. S. Hotline (1-800-626-1430). • A staff member will provide you with instructions on how you can make telephone calls.

  11. Client Grievance Form (ARP) • You may also report a sexual harassment or sexual abuse on a Client Grievance Form/Administrative Remedy Process Form(ARP). • Client Grievance Forms are available in all OJJ facilities. You can get one through your counselor or probation officer. • Forms should be given to your counselor or probation officer. You can also place it in an ARP box. ARP boxes are located in your dorm, and in the cafeteria, school and infirmary. • All reported information will be kept private. • Your information will only be given to those who need (Director, Counselor, Probation Officer, Medical Staff, Parent, etc.) to know in order to make decisions.

  12. If you are Sexually Assaulted… • Report the assault as soon as you can. • Do not brush your teeth. • Do not eat or drink anything. • Do not shower. • Do not change or wash your clothes.

  13. If You Are Sexually Assaulted continued… • You will be taken to the hospital. • You will receive medical treatment. • You will be informed of your rights as a victim of sexual assault. • You will be offered counseling and other services.

  14. Breaking the Silence (Females) • Some female victims may not tell because they feel ashamed about being sexually harassed, assaulted or abused • Female victims worry about their family and might think “What will happen if I tell?” • Victims are not responsible for the behavior or consequences facing the person who hurt them • Some females feel abuse is normal within relationships because they were raised around domestic violence • If a victim of sexual harassment, assault, or abuse becomes sexually excited, it does not mean they gave permission. This is a normal, involuntary reactions.

  15. Breaking the Silence (Males) • Some male victims feel shame and humiliation, so they don’t tell anyone • Some males feel this was just another physical assault so they may not want emotional or psychological support once their injuries heal • Some males fear their sexual identity is questioned, so they don’t report what happened • Some males have been taught to believe that males cannot be victims of sexual harassment, abuse, or assault, so they don’t tell anyone • If a victim of sexual harassment, abuse or assault becomes sexually excited, it does not mean he gave permission. This is a normal, involuntary, reaction.

  16. False Allegations • It is important to be honest when making a report. You may get into trouble making a false report or giving staff false information on purpose. • It is against the law.

  17. Sexual Assault is a Crime • All sexual assaults will be reported to local law enforcement. • Each case of sexual harassment, assault or abuse will be thoroughly investigated.

  18. If you sexually assault another youth • You will be subject to OJJ sanctions, such as removal of certain privileges. • The local law enforcement agency will conduct a criminal investigation and may charge you with a crime. • If you are adjudicated, a new sentence may be imposed. • Louisiana law requires that certain sex offenders must be registered in the community where they reside.

  19. Risk of Contracting STD • Some typesof sexual contact can increase your risk of getting a sexually transmitted disease, including genital herpes, HIV or AIDS.

  20. Facts Related to Sexual Harassment/Assault/Abuse • Anyone can be a victim of sexual harassment, assault, or abuse. • A perpetrator can be a male or a female. • A victim can be a male or female.

  21. Questions

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