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Community education & outreach
In an effort to end violence in our community, Valley Crisis Center provides free prevention education in the forms of presentations, trainings, and attendance at community events as a tabler — in English and Spanish.
Community outreach
In an effort to end violence in our community, Valley Crisis Center provides prevention education in the forms of Presentations, Trainings, and attendance at community events as a tabler.
We can provide these services on a variety of topics such as: general services, intimate partner abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking, and more. Our prevention programs cover topics such as bystander intervention and addressing and changing the culture that promotes sexual violence, and we have worked with UC Merced to implement prevention programs in our community.
How to request an advocate
To request a presentation or training, complete our online presentation request form (opens Microsoft Forms). To request Valley Crisis Center to table your event, complete the online tabling request form.
Prefer paper? Download our printable request form (PDF) and either fax it to (209) 725‑7908 or drop it off at 812 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. If you would like us to attend your event, please include the flyer with the application.
Request a presentation or training
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Request tabling at your event
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For any questions in regards to presentations, please call us at (209) 725‑7900.
Frequently asked questions
What type of Presentations and Trainings do you offer?
Valley Crisis Center offers these basic presentations & trainings:
- General Valley Crisis Center Services
- Intimate Partner Abuse 101
- Sexual Assault 101
- Human Trafficking 101
If you need a specific training with a topic within the subjects of intimate partner abuse, sexual assault or human trafficking, we can custom make a presentation or training for you.
What's the difference between a Presentation and a Training?
- Presentations: 15–30 minutes; basic overview of requested topics.
- Trainings: 30 minutes or more; in-depth overview of requested topics; handouts related to the subject.
Is there a charge?
No. In an effort to end violence in our community, all our services are free, including our community outreach ones.
If you would like to donate towards our cause, you can head over to our Donate page for more information.
How long are the Presentations and Trainings?
Presentations are generally between 15–30 minutes, while trainings are 30 minutes or more.
We can tailor our presentations or trainings to your specific needs if you need more or less time to fill.
Who can request a Presentation or Training?
Valley Crisis Center provides presentations and trainings to:
- Schools
- Community Agencies
- Law Enforcement
- Hospitals and Medical Offices
- Service Clubs
- Religious Organizations
- Private Companies
- Etc.
Can you do Presentations and Trainings after hours?
Yes. Valley Crisis Center can provide presentations and trainings outside of our normal business hours, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Do you offer your Presentations and Trainings in languages other than English?
Yes. We currently offer our presentations & trainings in:
- English
- Spanish
If you have a translator available, we can provide our presentations and trainings with their assistance.
Can I do a presentation for you?
Valley Crisis Center often has community partners and organizations provide presentations and trainings during our staff meetings. If you would like to present at one of our staff meetings, please give us a call at (209) 725‑7900.
I have a community event/fair, can you come?
Valley Crisis Center is always interested in attending free community events that engage the public.
Looking for brochures and flyers to hand out? Visit our printable media page.