Dating Matters Curriculum
YEA employs the adolescent dating abuse prevention program called Dating Matters.
YEA Program facilitators use Dating Matters, a trademarked program by the CDC. Through seven primary components, the program reinforces protective factors and reduce risk factors for teen dating violence. These components focus on preventing dating violence while promoting healthy relationships.
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Middle School Students
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Friday 2:00 – 3:00 pm
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2 cohorts per academic year, we recruit within the first few weeks of the semester/quarter.
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10-week program, certificate upon completion
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Healthy Relationships
Understanding Feelings
Staying in Control of Feelings & Making Healthy Decisions
Healthy Communication
Unsafe and Unhealthy Relationships
Sexual Violence & Dating Safety
Relationship Rights & Getting Help
Review
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Evelyn Tapia, YEA Facilitator etapia@ywcamc.org
Additional Resources:
YWCA Crisis Line
(831) 757-1001; (831) 372-6300
Temporary Shelter Services
YWCA Main Office
(831) 422-8602
Therapy, Legal Advocacy, CPO Classes, DV Courses
National Sexual Assault Hotline
(800) 656 – 4673
https://www.rainn.org/about-national-sexual-assault-telephone-hotline
Connections to services in Monterey County
Monterey County Rape Crisis Center
(831) 771-0411
https://www.mtryrapecrisis.org/
Advocacy Services, Child Abuse Treatment Program, Counseling, Help Line, Reporting Options
Interested in the program?
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Questions?
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