Targeting Men: The Work of SATF’s Men’s Engagement Committee

Marcus E. Sharpe, Psy.D.Staff Psychologist, Oregon State University

Adjunct Faculty, Chemeketa Community College

Andrew Harron, B.S.Nursing Assistant, Lebanon Community Hospital

Volunteer Advocate/Education Specialist, CARDV

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Our Personal Involvement…

Why the MEC is so important to usand the impact this work has on whowe are as men…

Andrew’s story…Marcus’ story…

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And now for a…

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Who We Are…

The Men’s Engagement Committee seeks to engage men and boys, standing beside women, girls, and all people, as allies in the effort to prevent and respond to men’s use of violence. With a commitment to promoting diversity and social justice, fostering healing, and ending oppression, the Men’s Engagement Committee serves as an advisory committee to the Oregon Men Against Violence, distributes resources, and develops and supports implementation of a statewide strategic plan to promote the positive roles men and boys can play in ending gendered violence.

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Providing training, resources and support to organizations and communities working to

prevent and respond to sexual violence.

A committee within the SATF that serves in an

advisory capacity to OMAV and other community based

organizations that target direct communication and/or development of

programming targeting boys and man in the education

and prevention of gendered violence.

A collaboration of local and campus organizations in

Oregon seeking to engage men and boys in the effort to prevent and respond to

men’s use of violence. With a commitment to promoting diversity and social justice,

fostering healing, and ending oppression, the

Oregon Men Against Violence Initiative facilitates

networking, the sharing of ideas, and collective action

between individuals and organizations striving to

support men’s engagement as allies in the prevention of

gendered violence in Oregon.

At a glance…

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GOAL:To identify and support groups in Oregon working with men…

How are these groups working with boys and men in Oregon?

How can the MEC support these groups? - Finding grants - Sharing resources - Keeping up to date on current events in the field

GOAL:To identify and support groups in Oregon working with men…

Promoting connections - Mentoring those new to this work - Sharing resources and engaging in collaborative efforts with others

Networking and Relationship Building…

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Thank You!!!We hope you’ve enjoyed this afternoon’s entertainment portion of our program.

Please be sure to tip your waiter prior to leaving (and feel free to share any thoughts or suggestions you might have for Andrew, Marcus or other members of the

Men’s Engagement Committee). See you all at the next meeting!!!