You Have the Power to Step Up and Prevent Harm

Saint Paul College students share their stories of using bystander intervention to prevent relationship violence, sexual violence, and stalking in their communities and on our campus. These everyday upstanders share their personal experiences, insights, and successes in making a positive change, offering valuable lessons for us all. Learn more

🗣️ Listen to their first-hand accounts of how they've spotted potential danger, stepped in, and made a difference in the lives of their peers.

🌟 Discover the strategies they've employed to safely intervene and provide support using the "5 D's" of bystander intervention: Direct, Distract, Delegate, Delay, and Document.

🤝 Learn how these students have inspired their friends and fellow classmates to become active bystanders, fostering a culture of empathy, safety, and respect.

Remember, you have the power to step up and prevent harm. To learn more about preventing violence and fostering a safer environment, visit Saint Paul College's Anti-Violence Resources (https://saintpaul.edu/antiviolence).

Join us in this inspiring journey towards a safer and more inclusive world. Share this video with your friends, family, and colleagues, and help spread the message that we can all make a difference when we stand up and speak out. Together, we can create a brighter, safer future. #BystanderIntervention #PreventViolence #RealStories

This video project is supported by Grant No. 2017-WA-AX-0021 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW), U.S. Department of Justice (USDOJ). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of OVW, USDOJ.