Program Pillars
Project Dream, Own, Tell (DOT)
Project DOT is a youth development program that empowers young people as leaders in preventing sexual violence. DOT’s interactive curriculum addresses the unique challenges faced by young people from gender, racial, and ethnically marginalized communities across New York City. In partnership with community-based organizations, we educate and engage youth between the ages of 10-24 to challenge harmful narratives that enable sexual violence.
OutsmartNYC
OutSmartNYC works to make nightlife safer for all New Yorkers. We do this by preventing sexual violence in nightlife and entertainment spaces and promoting a nightlife culture where all New Yorkers are safe to connect and enjoy a night out. This includes nightlife venue training, ongoing education and technical assistance, event support, community organizing, and referrals to supportive services. OutSmartNYC is a collaborative effort between The Alliance and Crime Victims Treatment Center (CVTC) alongside nightlife community members.
Campus
The Alliance’s Campus Programs address sexual violence on college campuses by partnering with students and faculty to create safer, more inclusive environments. This means that we provide comprehensive education through workshops and trainings, foster student engagement and leadership, and create safety and inclusion through policy support and resource development.
Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Training Institute (SAFE-TI)
SAFE-TI works to ensure that all survivors receive the compassionate, sensitive care that they need and deserve. The program trains healthcare professionals to provide post-assault medical and forensic care to adults, adolescents, and children. This includes a 40-hour Adult/Adolescent Course accredited by New York State Department of Health (NYS DOH) and International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN), and a 40-hour Pediatric Course accredited by IAFN. SAFE-TI also provides continuing education opportunities, such as webinars, seminars, and a Mock Trial skills building course.
General Training and Technical Assistance
Our General Training & Technical Assistance Program helps individuals, professionals, community-based organizations (CBOs), and groups learn how to support survivors of sexual violence with care and understanding. Our goal is to ensure that anyone in New York City — whether they directly work with survivors or simply want to learn more — has the skills and knowledge to respond to survivors in a way that is respectful, informed, and effective