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Today's Topics:

   1. Anonymous reporting (Ross A Wantland)
   2. Re: Anonymous reporting (Juliette Muellner)
   3. National Organization for Men Against Sexism conference,
      August 3-6 (Ben Atherton-Zeman - Feminist,        Actor and
Husband)


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Message: 1
Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2006 12:10:21 -0500
From: "Ross A Wantland" 
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Subject: Anonymous reporting
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Hey y'all,

  I am wondering if any of your campuses have anonymous reporting
options for sexual assault/violence. If so, how do you define
anonymous?
Do you assure anonymity of those reporting? How do you collect
these?
What do you do with the information in the reports? How do you use
it? 

    Several years back on our campus, we attempted to set up an
anonymous sexual harassment reporting process, but our legal counsel
said that it would open the university up to lawsuits if the
university
new about an incident but didn't respond to the direct incident.
(The
idea being that we could have possibly tracked down the individual
if
they had logged on somewhere on campus, and that we could have been
held
liable for not responding to the incident). But recent gov't reports
have suggested anonymous reporting as a promising practice for
college
campuses. So I was wondering if other folks are doing this and how.

    Any info will be invaluable. Thanks so much!

In peace,

Ross

 

_____________________________________

Ross A. Wantland

Coordinator of Sexual Assault Education

300 Student Services Bldg. (MC-306)

610 E. John St.

Champaign, IL 61820

217-333-3137

 



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Message: 2
Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2006 16:21:29 -0400
From: Juliette Muellner 
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Subject: Re: Anonymous reporting
To: Ross A Wantland 
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I used to work at the University of South Carolina and they use 
anonymous reporting and it works really well.  I am in the middle of

something and do not have time to explain it all at the moment, but
I 
will do so tomorrow!

In the meantime, if you want to check out the website,

http://www.sa.sc.edu/wellness/sas.html

thanks-

juliette
-- 
Juliette Muellner

"Feminism is the radical notion that women are people"

Break the Silence, End Sexual Violence


Quoting Ross A Wantland 
<>:

> Hey y'all,
>
>  I am wondering if any of your campuses have anonymous reporting
> options for sexual assault/violence. If so, how do you define
anonymous?
> Do youI assure anonymity of those reporting? How do you collect
these?
> What do you do with the information in the reports? How do you use
it?
>
>    Several years back on our campus, we attempted to set up an
> anonymous sexual harassment reporting process, but our legal
counsel
> said that it would open the university up to lawsuits if the
university
> new about an incident but didn't respond to the direct incident.
(The
> idea being that we could have possibly tracked down the individual
if
> they had logged on somewhere on campus, and that we could have
been held
> liable for not responding to the incident). But recent gov't
reports
> have suggested anonymous reporting as a promising practice for
college
> campuses. So I was wondering if other folks are doing this and
how.
>
>    Any info will be invaluable. Thanks so much!
>
> In peace,
>
> Ross
>
>
>
> _____________________________________
>
> Ross A. Wantland
>
> Coordinator of Sexual Assault Education
>
> 300 Student Services Bldg. (MC-306)
>
> 610 E. John St.
>
> Champaign, IL 61820
>
> 217-333-3137
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> SAPC mailing list
> 
> https://list.mail.Virginia.EDU/mailman/listinfo/sapc
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Message: 3
Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2006 22:33:20 -0400
From: "Ben Atherton-Zeman - Feminist,   Actor and Husband"
        
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Subject: National Organization for Men Against Sexism conference,
        August 3-6
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This conference is looking more and more amazing - just got this
preliminary list of workshops below.  This doesn't even include
plenaries, entertainment, etc, but I think you'll agree it's still
awesome!

Check it out, and see if you want to come to Ramapo College in NY
State, August 3-6!   http://www.nomas.org/conferencemm31.html  ;
  Hi all,
  Below please find the tentative workshop program for the M&M
conference.  This does not include the list of speakers, panels,
entertainment and special events, and the day of conference
in-services, on Friday, August 4, 2006. Thanks to Bob and the M&M
planning committee. It should be amazing! Please spread the word.
Moshe

  Workshops at the 31st National Conference on Men & Masculinity


  A.  SATURDAY  8/5/06  11:00  - 12:30

  1.  The "F-Word":  Combating Sexism, Racism & Classism 
            This workshop will use individual and group exercises to
explore the term "feminist," the common stereotypes, resistance to
woman-centered spaces and actions, and the oppression internalized
by women from negative feedback in their community.  Participants
will examine the connections between the resistance and the threat
of dismantling traditional gender roles, and learn techniques to
become allies in supporting feminism in their community.
  Bianca Frisby  is an advocate for women's and minority rights in
healthcare, and co-produced three educational documentary films
exploring the special challenges to minorities in the south.
  Janelle Yamarick is  Community Services Director of the Feminist
Women's Health Center, Executive Director of Georgia NARAL, and has
created programs to empower underserved women such as the homeless,
refugees, young Latinas, and Lesbians.

  2. Men, Drugs, and Prisons
       As many American men are in prison as attend college today,
and the government's "war on drugs" has become a major factor
shaping the landscape of our society.  In this panel three activists
and professionals look from different perspectives at the issues of
Men, Drugs, and Prisons.
  Sandy Bernabei 
  Marvin Anderson
  Marlene Brooks 

  3.  Pink and Blue Straightjackets:  Promoting Gender Equity in
Early Childhood 
  While equality and individuality have been major forces in the
history of the United States, the rigid gender "shorthand" we have
been taught still permeates the messages children receive. Sadly,
developmental energy becomes coopted in the service of "fitting in".
This workshop will examine the benefits of establishing gender
equity, and recommendations for parents, schools and early childhood
programs. 
  Chip James is a psychotherapist, trainer for CANDLE, the National
Association of Social Workers, APA, and a school social worker in
Clarkstown, NY. 

  4.  Time to Talk About Class   
            While we live in an era where conversations about
diversity are squarely on the table, social class and classism
remain among the least discussed issues in American society.   In
this workshop we will explore defining characteristics and dynamics
of social class.  Participants will engage in exercises designed to
foster inter-class dialog and understanding. 
  David Greene is an activist scholar who is Co-Chair of the Men's
Studies Association of NOMAS and a founding member of the
Poverty-Class/Working-Class Academics List.   
       Rose Garrity 

  5.  Causes of Intimate Partner Violence, & Men's Work Organizing  

  to End Violence Against Women
            With discussions and interactive exercises, we will
explore the causes of intimate partner abuse.  We will also discuss
and describe men's work organizing to end violence against women. 
We will offer some information about the important DELTA Project.
  Lynn Sheinkin is active at the Rockland Family Shelter, and in 
the DELTA Project, which implements activities to prevent domestic
violence.
  Lorien Castelle is Director of Prevention Programming at the New
York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and coordinates the
DELTA Project.

  6. Organizing Men to Stop Men's Violence Against Women:
                            A Possible Five Step Plan
       This interactive workshop will explain and train participants
in a five-step process for involving men in their local community in
confronting male violence.  The workshop includes video clips, one
of which includes a graphic representation of violence against
women.
  Ben Atherton-Zeman is an activist, organizer, actor, comedian,
feminist, and husband in Acton, Massachusetts.

  B.  SATURDAY    4:00  -  5:30

  7.   Student Perspectives of Activism on a College Campus: 
  Creating Change and Spreading Peace 
            This panel discussion will present our experiences as
student activists addressing issues of hate crimes, classism,
violence against women, and peace education. Each of the panelists
are members of student led activist organizations that aim to create
a positive change in their campus community through outreach,
campaigns, rallies, demonstrations, and educational programming.  We
will describe the goals and methods used to create change at a
college community, and attendees may share thoughts and ideas with
student activists.
  Jennifer Gaskins is an undergraduate at Montclair State and a
student employee at the Center for Non-Violence and Prevention
Programs.
  Brian Yankouski is Vice President of Students Against Violence at
Montclair State and a student employee at the Center for
Non-Violence and Prevention Programs.
  Erica Emmich is President of Students Against Violence at
Montclair State and a student employee at the Center for
Non-Violence and Prevention Programs.
  Amanda Ahearn is an executive member and outreach coordinator of
Students Taking Action Now: Dafur -  the Montclair State University
Chapter.
  Michele Kovach is an undergraduate at Montclair State University
and is President of Students Taking Action Now: Dafur - the
Montclair State University Chapter.

  8.   Sexual and Domestic Violence: The More We Know. 
            The latest research findings, and on-the-ground
experiences with sexual and domestic violence, will be examined by a
Panel of experts from groups focusing on research, women's rights
and empowerment, and human rights.   These organizations participate
in "Up the River Endeavors", a consortium seeking a better world
through identification of the root causes of poverty, oppression,
discrimination and violence throughout the world. 
  David J. Andrews is Executive Vice President of the Center for the
Advancement of Women, a New York based think tank on women's health
and social issues. 
  Other Panelists to be announced shortly.

  9.  KEYS TO THE CLOSET: Addressing the Needs of LGBT Youth.      
       This presentation will provide a model of LGBT (lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender) identity development from an ecological
perspective, which will lead to clear implications for counseling,
management, and policy.  The workshop will be both experiential and
didactic, provide resources and recommendations for inclusion and
support.  The workshop will be pertinent to educators, family
members, and others who deal with adolescents. 
  Chip James is a psychotherapist, trainer for CANDLE, the National
Association of Social Workers, APA, and a school social worker in
Clarkstown, NY. 

  10.  Men's Issues in Art   
            My paintings and prints of male figures awkwardly
interacting in landscapes explore both how men relate to one another
and the cultural construction of maleness. The performative nature
of masculinity, men's fear of femininity and homosexuality, and the
complexity of male homosocial relationships are underlying themes in
these works.
  Brad Guarino holds an MFA from the University of Connecticut and
will be pursuing post-graduate study at the National Academy of Arts
in Bulgaria next year on a Fulbright Fellowship. 

  An invitation from Brad Guarino:   I would also like to involve
other creative artists  -  of any kind  -  who explore the construct
of masculinity in their art. If you are a creative artist whose work
explores male role themes and you want to participate, please email
me before July 25 at 
,
 or speak to me at
the conference before the Saturday, August 5 workshop date.

  11.  Masculinity and Young Urban Men   
       This video presentation consists of interviews with several
of our students at the MATCH School in Boston, which serves a poor
urban population.  It examines their masculinity ideals,
self-presentations, and projections as future male adults  - 
important in light of the increasing influence of urban popular
culture on society as a whole.  Topics will include: male heroes and
role models; masculine roles in society; beliefs about sexism,
gender roles, and social norms; and possibilities for positive
social change in the realm of urban youth masculinities. 
  Tal Peretz is a Feminist, Queer Activist, Environmentalist, and
Yogi who authored a major in Diversity and Oppression at the
Pennsylvania State University, focusing on Feminist Masculinities
and Social Change. 
  Alia Smith earned her B.A. in Psychology at Spelman College and
participated in research on such topics as sexual attitudes in
African-American college students and aggressive behavior in women. 

  12.  Boys will be Men
            Boys will be boys. We hear that _expression all our
lives.  What does it mean? Boys will grow up to be men: our
brothers, fathers, uncles, friends and partners.  How do gender
rules box us in?  Join in a lively discussion with Student Activists
Ending Dating Abuse (SAEDA) and see how young people are changing
"the box."
  Tiffany Card and SAEDA students        

  C.  SUNDAY  11:00  -  12:30

  13.  Power and Positioning in GLBT Relationships 
            This experiential and interactive workshop will explore
overt and covert relational dynamics, within a matrix of power and
positioning, in GLBT relationships, in order to develop an analysis
of external and internal forces that may negatively or positively
impact same sex / gender relationships. 
  Moshe Rozdzial is a psychotherapist and diversity trainer in
Denver, CO, and is national co-chair of NOMAS. 
  Randy Weled is a process psychotherapist and diversity trainer in
San Francisco, and is a member of the NOMAS national council.

  14.   Gay Priests and Other Bogeymen
            This presentation examines the role of homophobia in the
reaction to the 2002 sex scandal in the Catholic Church by the
media, the public and the Church itself.  It will show the ways in
which a double standard in the social construction of sexual
orientation is used to perpetuate the myth of that homosexuals are
more likely than heterosexuals to be sexual predators of children.
Discussion will include ways to effectively present this topic to
undergraduate students. 
  Steve Clark is a psychologist at Keene State College, founder of
the KSC Homophobia Project, and a member of the Campus Commission on
the Status of Diversity and Multiculturalism.

  15.  Critique of the Promisekeepers
            A brief overview of the history of "evangelicalism" will
lead into a discussion of what some modern evangelicals today like
about  Promisekeepers, and what some dislike from a pro-feminist
viewpoint.  Over-simplification of interpersonal issues, implicit
theocracy (Dominionism), and male supremacy will be examined, as
well as a few basic Christian theological issues.
  Allen Corben is a single dad living in Pasadena, CA, and working
at Fuller Seminary, where he is interested in expanding the
commitment of faith-based persons to ending all forms of oppression.

  16.  Islam's Vision of a "Real" Man : the Case from Morocco 
            I will explore masculinity in a Muslim society,
especially in Morocco, and examine the Islamic vision of a "real
man," as part of a comprehensive study of the ideological
interpretation of the Quran (i.e the Muslim Holy Book) to justify
the notion of masculinity, power and patriarchy.
  Mohamed Malchouch is a Moroccan researcher in masculinity, and
works as a consultant in King Abdul-Aziz Foundation for Islamic
Studies and Humanities in Casablanca, Morocco.

  17.  Spirit of Culture:  Understanding Violence Against Women 
                    in the Context of Gender Bias in America.
            You will explore your individual and group cultural
identities using a strength-based approach. Spirit of Culture is a
multi-media experience that will expand your knowledge base about
the history of gender bias and show it in the context of violence
against women. Participants will learn how to use practical
activities within their communities to begin conversations about
diversity, including race, gender identity, sexual orientation and
ability.
  Alan O'Hashi is a seasoned cultural competency trainer who holds
an MPA from the Colorado University-Denver Center on Domestic
Violence and has conducted training for a variety of organizations,
from Head Start to Denver University. 

  18.  Pornography, Prostitution, & the Sex Industry  -  Feminist,
Science, & Other Perspectives
  This will be a wide-ranging discussion of many issues surrounding
the commercial sex industry, including especially pornography (adult
heterosexual), prostitution, free speech, censorship, trafficking,
sex-positive, and objectification, with questions and answers.
  Robert Brannon is a social psychologist who has studied the
effects of pornography on men and is NOMAS' National Resource Person
on Pornography and Prostitution. 



Until the violence stops, Ben.  

Ben Atherton-Zeman, Acton MA USA
Actor, Comedian, Feminist and Husband
Presenting a One-Man Play: "Voices of Men," www.voicesofmen.org
(video clips take a second to load)
Booking information: 978-263-3254

June 2006 quote: "We must begin to understand not only that there is
an urgent need to change the world but that we have the power to do
so."
- Jon Cohen, 1963-2003.  www.apassionforchange.blogspot.com



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