Becoming an Ally
Level One
Small Actions, Big Impact
Becoming an ally doesn’t require a title … just a willingness to learn, listen and take meaningful action.
Brave Step’s Ally Workshop: Level 1 is an empowering, introductory experience designed for individuals, community members and anyone who wants to better understand sexual violence and support survivors with compassion and confidence.
As part of Brave Step’s Changemaker program, we recognize that protecting those you love starts with equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills to care for your own emotional well-being. By exploring anger as a powerful and constructive force, we can create healthier interpersonal relationships, reinforce healthier workplace dynamics, and foster stronger families and communities.
Workshop Highlights
During this session, you’ll learn:
Understand Sexual Violence
- Learn a clear and accessible definition of sexual violence
- Debunk common myths
- Explore the role of power and control
- Understand the profound and widespread impact on survivors, families, and communities
Build Core Ally Skills
- What consent really means, including the FRIES model
- How to respond supportively if someone discloses harm
- Everyday actions to prevent harm
- Healthy boundaries, body autonomy, and challenging harmful norms
Practice Real World Scenarios
Participants will engage in:
- Guided role‑play for disclosure responses
- Rapid‑fire reflection prompts
- Practical communication scripts
- Personalized commitment-setting to continue the work beyond the workshop
What Makes This Workshop Unique
Brave Step’s approach centers on safety, compassion and empowerment. We create a space where participants can:
- Learn without judgment
- Share within their comfort zone
- Reflect on their own experiences
- Walk away with concrete actions to implement immediately
