Overview
This unit explains the appropriate treatment and counseling for survivors of sexual violence.
Objectives
By the end of this unit, participants will:
- Provide appropriate treatment for adult and children survivors of sexual violence, including:
- Emergency contraception
- Pregnancy testing, pregnancy options information, and safe abortion care/referral to the full extent of the law
- Presumptive treatment of STIs
- Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) to prevent HIV transmission
- Prevention of hepatitis B and HPV
- Care of wounds and prevention of tetanus
- Demonstrate supportive, accurate counseling to survivors.
Timing & Methodology
Total: 210 minutes (3 hours, 30 minutes)
- 20 minutes: Small Group Work: Case Study
- 40 minutes: Facilitator Presentation and Group Discussion
- 45 minutes: Group Activity: Treatment Decisions Case Studies
- 30 minutes: Facilitator Presentation and Group Discussion
- 75 minutes: Group Activity: Counseling Role Play
Preparation
- Print, download, and gather materials
- Research the PEP protocol used in the setting and update slides 115-116
- Research the local STI treatment protocols before the training and update slide 124
Resources Available Online
- Refer to the Facilitator's Guide for the detailed session guide and list of materials needed for this unit
- Presentation
- Participant Workbook