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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170717T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170721T133000
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SUMMARY:Personal Safety 101!  Defense Skills for Life  (15-19 years)
DESCRIPTION:Personal safety 101 is designed to meet the unique needs of teens in high school or preparing to leave home for work\,  college or travel. The sessions start with a listening session for teens and/or  caregivers providing space and time for participants to share  safety topics or concerns important to their lives. This approach provides  participants with choices and a voice on what topics they want covered during the sessions.  Topics offered include care-defense\, a new form of self-defense that starts with taking care of your body\, mind and spirit; physical and non-physical self-defense skills\, equity and violence prevention\, healthy relationships and choices;  setting personal boundaries\, bystander intervention\, self-care and what to do after an assault. \nExpect to have fun and feel empowered as you learn topics related to self-defense and personal safety!  People of all  genders welcome!   \nRegister Now! \nCost $150. 00 Financial assistance available. \n20% discount for each additional family member \nFor more info contact 503 498-8452
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/personal-safety-101-defense-skills-for-life-15-19-years/
LOCATION:Beaumont SUN Community School\, 4043 NE Fremont St. \, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170724T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170728T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20170324T012353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170607T133225Z
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SUMMARY:Personal  Satety 101: Defense Skills for Life (15-19 years)
DESCRIPTION:Personal safety 101 is designed to meet the unique needs of teens in high school or preparing to leave home for work\,  college or travel. The sessions start with a listening session for teens and/or  caregivers providing space and time for participants to share  safety topics or concerns important to their lives. This approach provides  participants with choices and a voice on what topics they want covered in the sessions.  Topics offered include care-defense\, a new form of self-defense that starts with taking care of your body\, mind and spirit; physical and non-physical self-defense skills\, equity and violence prevention\, healthy relationships and choices;  setting personal boundaries\, bystander intervention\, self-care and what to do after an assault. \nExpect to have fun and feel empowered as you learn topics related to self-defense and personal safety!  People of all  genders welcome!   \nRegister Now! \nFinancial assistance available. \nCost $150. 00 \n20% discount for each additional family member \nFor more info contact 503 498-8452
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/personal-satety-101-defense-skills-for-life-15-19-years/
LOCATION:Beaumont SUN Community School\,  4043 NE Fremont St.\, \, Portland\, OR\, 97212\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170914T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20170830T214211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T214704Z
UID:2061-1505413800-1506024000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Women's Project
DESCRIPTION:Two sessions for  people who identify and women (closed) \n\nListening session\n\n2. Personal Safety Workshop \n 
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/womens-project/
LOCATION:Kenton Park\, 8417 N Brandon Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97217
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171001T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171130T123007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T174822Z
UID:2047-1506861000-1506871800@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Personal Safety Workshop for Middle School Girls
DESCRIPTION:For any person who identifies as a girl\, 14-19 years of age.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/personal-safety-workshop-for-middle-school-girls/
LOCATION:NE Community Center\, Portland\, OR\, 1630 NE 38th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171010T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171010T151500
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171006T183052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T183052Z
UID:2080-1507642200-1507648500@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Safety Off The Streets: Panel on De-escalation
DESCRIPTION:EMERJ-SafeNow is part of a panel discussion on the topic of  de-escalation. We will be sharing our philosophy and approach with other organizations: JOIN\, Sisters Of The Road\, Human Solutions\, White Bird Medicine / Boots on the Ground\, and Women’s Strength. \nCome join us!
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/safety-off-the-streets-panel-on-de-escalation/
LOCATION:Sisters of the Road\, 133 NW 6th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97209
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171019T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20170830T212347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T214803Z
UID:2054-1508416200-1513260000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Rosa Parks Program
DESCRIPTION:Care-defense classes  for 5th grade students that include the importance of self-worth\, self-care and phyiscal and non-physical self-defense skills. \n8 week program
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/rosa-parks-program/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks School\, 8960 N Woolsey Ave\,\, Portland\, OR\, 97203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171021T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171021T104500
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171006T181816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T181909Z
UID:2073-1508580000-1508582700@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Spark Summit for Girls Inc.!
DESCRIPTION:Check out our care-defense worshop for  Girls Inc. Learn about  the importance of self-care\, assertive communication and boundary setting for personal safety\, while learning some cool physical self-defense skills! Visit our table\, chat with our team and sign-up to be a peer leader! \n 
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/spark-summit-for-girls-inc/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Academy\,\, 1615 SW 5th Ave\, Portland\, 97201
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20171105T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20171105T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171006T180445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T180445Z
UID:2071-1509885000-1509885000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Level 2:  Physical  Escape Skills (lying\, sitting or standing)
DESCRIPTION:This level 2 workshop is designed for teenage girls  who have taken prior EMERJ-SafeNow Workshops.  This workshop  reinforces self-care\,  assertive communication and boundaries\, while also addressing physical escapes from the ground and standing positions.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/level-2-physical-escape-skills-lying-sitting-or-standing/
LOCATION:NE Community Center\, Portland\, OR\, 1630 NE 38th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180110T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180314T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171109T152111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T152335Z
UID:2091-1515587400-1521036000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Rosa Parks School Program
DESCRIPTION:Rosa Parks School Program
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/2091/
LOCATION:Rosa Parks School\, 8960 N Woolsey Ave\,\, Portland\, OR\, 97203\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180113T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171109T160224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T160224Z
UID:2099-1515846600-1515846600@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:EMERJ PEER LEADERSHIP TRAINING
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/emerj-peer-leadership-training/
LOCATION:OR
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180120T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171109T160725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171129T232844Z
UID:2101-1516451400-1516467600@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:EMERJ PEER LEADERSHIP TRAINING
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/emerj-peer-leadership-training-2/
LOCATION:Concordia University\,\, 2811 NE Holman St.\,\, OR\, 97211
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180224T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20171109T153801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T153801Z
UID:2096-1519470000-1519488000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate School at Odd Fellows
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/celebrate-school-at-odd-fellows/
LOCATION:OR
ORGANIZER;CN="Odd Fellows":MAILTO:secretary@KeepPortlandOdd.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180225T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180106T043312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180106T050240Z
UID:2143-1519567200-1519578000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Family Self Defense (8 years and up)
DESCRIPTION:Register Today \nThis unique workshop provides opportunities for parents/guardians and children to learn together tactics and skills to stay safe in public and private spaces. We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced  violence such as bullying\, harassment\, or assault.We begin each workshop with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns and needs of the participants to help us prioritize the topics. Topics include street smarts and strategies to stop or interrupt harassment and bullying\, recognizing healthy and unhealthy behaviors\, setting and respecting  boundaries\, assertive communication\, de-escalation\, and physical and non physical skills. All sessions are designed to create an emotionally safe learning environment. Sessions are led by experienced facilitators who have been teaching  self-defense  to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios.   \nRegister Now
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/family-self-defense-8-years-and-up/
LOCATION:Friendly House\, 1737 NW 26th Ave\, Portland\,\, OR\, 97210
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180318T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180318T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180105T233721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180106T035752Z
UID:2126-1521376200-1521387000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Self-Defense for the LGBTQ Community
DESCRIPTION:Register Today \nThis three hour workshop focuses on the personal safety needs of youth and adults in the LGBTQ community. We begin each work shop with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns  of the participants and guides the topics to be covered during the workshop.  We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced trauma from  bullying\, harassment\, or assault and that the rates of violence are higher for people who identify as a sexual or gender minority.; therefore\, we prioritize self-care and creating a space that is safe and inclusive to learning. \nWe offer a range of topics such as self-care\, deescalation; strategies to stop and interrupt  harassment and bullying; assertive communication\, identifying healthy and unhealthy behaviors; street smarts; and physical  self-defense skills.  Sessions are led by facilitators who have  years of experience teaching self-defense skills to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios. Recommended for adults and youth 14 years and above. Register Now! 
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/self-defense-for-the-lgbtq-community/
LOCATION:NE Community Center\, Portland\, OR\, 1630 NE 38th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180411T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180411T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180418T163402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T163402Z
UID:2177-1523457000-1523464200@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:PEACEFUL WARRIORS PROGRAM (Grades 4-6)
DESCRIPTION:This care-defense program  (self-defense that starts with self-care for resilency and putting communities in the lead) incorporates martial arts skills and games to promote social emotional learning. Learn valuable life skills that interrupt and prevent bullying and harassment while having fun and making friends.  Topics include equity\, heatlhy choices\, non-violent communication and physical and non-physical self-defense skills.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/peaceful-warriors-program-grades-4-6/
LOCATION:Roseway Heights School\, 7334 Siskiyou Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97213\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180422T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180106T045251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180106T045251Z
UID:2148-1524405600-1524416400@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Self-defense for People with Different Abilities
DESCRIPTION:Register Today! \nDesigned for people with diverse needs and abilities\, we begin the class with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns  of the participants and guides the topics to be covered during the workshop.  We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced trauma from  bullying\, harassment\, or assault and that the rates of violence are higher for people with diverse abilities and needs; therefore\, we prioritize self-care and creating a space that is safe and inclusive to learning. Participants are empowered to choose techniques and strategies that best suit their bodies and life style. We offer a range of topics such as self-care\, deescalation; strategies to stop and interrupt  harassment and bullying; assertive communication\, identifying healthy and unhealthy behaviors; street smarts; and physical  self-defense skills.  Sessions are led by facilitators who have  years of experience teaching self-defense skills to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios. Register Now
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/self-defense-for-people-with-different-abilities-2/
LOCATION:Friendly House\, 1737 NW 26th Ave\, Portland\,\, OR\, 97210
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180506T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180106T044321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180106T045705Z
UID:2145-1525615200-1525626000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Family Self-Defense (8 years and up)
DESCRIPTION:Register Today!  \nThis unique workshop provides opportunities for parents/guardians and children to learn together tactics and skills to stay safe in public and private spaces. We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced  violence such as bullying\, harassment\, or assault.We begin each workshop with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns and needs of the participants to help us prioritize the topics. Topics include street smarts and strategies to stop or interrupt harassment and bullying\, recognizing healthy and unhealthy behaviors\, setting and respecting  boundaries\, assertive communication\, de-escalation\, and physical and non physical skills. All sessions are designed to create an emotionally safe learning environment. Sessions are led by experienced facilitators who have been teaching  self-defense  to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios. Register Now
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/family-self-defense-8-years-and-up-2/
LOCATION:Friendly House\, 1737 NW 26th Ave\, Portland\,\, OR\, 97210
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180513T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180513T153908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180513T153908Z
UID:2194-1526209200-1526209200@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Woman Up Event
DESCRIPTION:2 self-defense workshops for women and girls
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/woman-up-event-2/
LOCATION:Marylhurst University\, 17600 Pacific Highway\,\, Marylhurst\, OR\, \, 97036
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180513T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180513T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180513T153651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180513T153651Z
UID:2190-1526216400-1526218200@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Woman Up Event
DESCRIPTION:EMERJ-SafeNow shares self-defense skills at Woman Up in support of Girls Inc.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/woman-up-event/
LOCATION:Marylhurst University\, 17600 Pacific Highway\,\, Marylhurst\, OR\, \, 97036
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180514T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180522T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180513T154413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180513T154753Z
UID:2196-1526286600-1527003000@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Grant High School
DESCRIPTION:EMERJ-SafeNow is providing workshops on sexual violence prevention for all the first year students. Workshops explore topics around gender equity\, consent\, boundaries and accessing resources in the community. EMERJ is working with peer leaders from Grant High School in the hope that workshop leaders will continue this work into the future. Workshops are Mondays\, Tuesdays and Fridays.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/grant-high-school/
LOCATION:Marshall Campus\, 3905 SE 91st Ave\,\, Portland\,\, OR\, 97266
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180617T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180617T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180106T040439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180106T041106Z
UID:2125-1529238600-1529249400@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:De-escalation & Handling Street Harrassment and Bullying
DESCRIPTION:Register Now \nThis three hour workshop provides participants with physical and non-physical self defense skills. What are your choices when confronted with harassment? How do you safely deescalate someone who maybe unsafe or posing a personal threat either in a private or public setting. We begin each work shop with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns  of the participants and guides the topics to be covered during the workshop.  We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced trauma from  bullying\, harassment\, or assault; therefore\, we prioritize self-care and creating a space that is safe and inclusive to learning. We offer a range of topics such as self-care\, deescalation; assertive communication\, street smarts; and physical  and non physical self-defense skills.  Sessions are led by facilitators who have  years of experience teaching self-defense  to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios. Recommended for adults and youth 14 years and above.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/de-escalation/
LOCATION:NE Community Center\, Portland\, OR\, 1630 NE 38th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180618T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180418T164318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T132555Z
UID:2180-1529326800-1529683200@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Peaceful Warriors Camp (Grades 4-6)
DESCRIPTION:Have fun learning self-defense through martial arts\, drama\, and games. Explore healthy relationships and choices and learn how to be assertive and trust your intuition to develop inner strength. Learn valuable life skills that interrupt and prevent bullying and harassment while having fun and making friends. \nRegister through Parks and Recreation \nClass Number: #1090632 \nContact: Shelby.coshow@portlandoregon.gov \nTelephone:  503-916-5865
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/peaceful-warriors-camp-grades-4-6/
LOCATION:Roseway Heights School\, 7334 Siskiyou Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97213\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180625T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180226T160547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180226T160752Z
UID:2157-1529917200-1530273600@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:TEENFORCE:  Care-Defense (Ages 10-13)
DESCRIPTION:This camp focuses on providing preteens with care-defense skills\, self-defense that starts with self-care\, trusting your intuition and assertiveness. Participants will have fun learning self-defense and  martial arts  while exploring healthy relationships and choices. The camp focuses on  developing  inner strength and life skills that interrupt and prevent bullying and harassment. \nRegister Through Parks and Recreation  and be sure to use the  Activity # listed below: \nEmerjsafe Summer Session\,  Activity #: 1086016                                  Camp is Free for residents of Portland!
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/emerj-safe-care-defense-for-teens/
LOCATION:Montavilla Community Center\, 8219 NE Glisan St\, Portland\, OR\, 97220
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180915T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180513T155626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T185649Z
UID:2201-1537016400-1537027200@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Self-defense Workshop for the Deaf Community
DESCRIPTION:Register Today! \nThis workshop focuses on personal safety needs specific to the Deaf Community and will offer a wide range of topics including self-care\, de-escalation\, verbal assertiveness and physical self-defense skills. The workshop is designed to meet the needs of the participants and provides a range of strategies that can be used in personal or public settings. Recommended for adults and youth 14 years and older. Workshops are offered on a sliding scale and financial assistance is available.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/self-defense-workshop-for-the-deaf-community/
LOCATION:Friendly House\, 1737 NW 26th Ave\, Portland\,\, OR\, 97210
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180930T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180930T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180106T041915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T190005Z
UID:2139-1538310600-1538321400@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Self-defense for People with Different Abilities
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\nDesigned for people with diverse needs and abilities\, we begin the class with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns  of the participants and guides the topics to be covered during the workshop.  We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced trauma from  bullying\, harassment\, or assault and that the rates of violence are higher for people with diverse abilities and needs; therefore\, we prioritize self-care and creating a space that is safe and inclusive to learning. Participants are empowered to choose techniques and strategies that best suit their bodies and life style. We offer a range of topics such as self-care\, deescalation; strategies to stop and interrupt  harassment and bullying; assertive communication\, identifying healthy and unhealthy behaviors; street smarts; and physical  self-defense skills.  Sessions are led by facilitators who have  years of experience teaching self-defense skills to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios. Register Now
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/self-defense-for-people-with-different-abilities/
LOCATION:NE Community Center\, Portland\, OR\, 1630 NE 38th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181013T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180513T155920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T185453Z
UID:2207-1539435600-1539446400@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Workshop for People with Different Abilities
DESCRIPTION:Register Today!\nDesigned for people with diverse needs and abilities\, we begin the class with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns  of the participants and guides the topics to be covered during the workshop.  We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced trauma from  bullying\, harassment\, or assault and that the rates of violence are higher for people with diverse abilities and needs; therefore\, we prioritize self-care and creating a space that is safe and inclusive to learning. Participants are empowered to choose techniques and strategies that best suit their bodies and life style. We offer a range of topics such as self-care\, deescalation; strategies to stop and interrupt  harassment and bullying; assertive communication\, identifying healthy and unhealthy behaviors; street smarts; and physical  self-defense skills.  Sessions are led by facilitators who have  years of experience teaching self-defense skills to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios.
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/workshop-for-people-with-different-abilities/
LOCATION:Friendly House\, 1737 NW 26th Ave\, Portland\,\, OR\, 97210
ORGANIZER;CN="EMERJ-SafeNow":MAILTO:inquiries@emerjsafenow.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181216T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181216T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T073614
CREATED:20180106T042519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180817T185830Z
UID:2141-1544963400-1544974200@emerjsafenow.org
SUMMARY:Self-defense for the LGBTQ Community
DESCRIPTION:Register Today \nThis three hour workshop focuses on the personal safety needs of youth and adults in the LGBTQ community. We begin each work shop with a listening session that prioritizes  the safety concerns  of the participants and guides the topics to be covered during the workshop.  We understand that the topic of self-defense can be triggering for anyone who has experienced trauma from  bullying\, harassment\, or assault and that the rates of violence are higher for people who identify as a sexual or gender minority.; therefore\, we prioritize self-care and creating a space that is safe and inclusive to learning. We offer a range of topics such as self-care\, deescalation; strategies to stop and interrupt  harassment and bullying; assertive communication\, identifying healthy and unhealthy behaviors; street smarts; and physical  self-defense skills.  Sessions are led by facilitators who have  years of experience teaching self-defense skills to people of all backgrounds\, genders  and ages. Workshops incorporate best practices in teaching and facilitation and include role plays and scenarios. Recommended for adults and youth 14 years and above.  Register Now
URL:https://emerjsafenow.org/event/self-defense-for-the-lgbtq-community-2/
LOCATION:NE Community Center\, Portland\, OR\, 1630 NE 38th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
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