Bystander Intervention: Empowering Bystanders to Make a Difference

Learn how to safely intervene as a bystander and hear Kelly Pfleider's, founder of Pure Praxis, innovative approaches to sexual assault prevention training. They discuss the importance of engaging student leaders, and empowering individuals to take action in difficult situations. Kelly emphasizes the role of storytelling in education and the need for continuous conversations about consent and support for survivors. The episode highlights how Pure Praxis customizes its training to create safe spaces for dialogue and encourages listeners to get involved in their community.TAKEAWAYSKelly Pfleider is the founder of Pure Praxis, focusing on social justice through theater.Bystander intervention is crucial in preventing sexual assault.Engaging student leaders can create a ripple effect in communities.Empowerment comes from understanding one's own skills and instincts.Storytelling is a powerful tool in educating about consent and prevention.Creating safe spaces for dialogue is essential for honest conversations.Every situation is unique, and responses should be tailored accordingly.Believing survivors is fundamental to encouraging them to come forward.Training should avoid re-traumatization and focus on support.Continuous conversations about consent and prevention are necessary for societal change.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Kelly Pfleider and Pure Praxis03:02 Innovative Approaches to Sexual Assault Prevention Training06:04 The Importance of Bystander Intervention08:57 Engaging Student Leaders in Conversations12:00 Empowering Individuals to Take Action14:46 Creating Safe Spaces for Dialogue18:02 The Role of Storytelling in Education21:10 Addressing the Complexity of Consent24:00 The Need for Continuous Conversations26:58 How to Get Involved with Pure PraxisRESOURCES Pure Praxis - Customizable prevention & response training programs Kelly Pfleider on LinkedIn Instagram: PurePraxis Are You Sure? Program for faculty and mandated reporters Connect with Kelly:  LinkedIn / Official websiteConnect with Mandi:Website: WomenAwareAndPrepared.comTake the Free Intuition Quiz WomenAwareAndPrepared.com/QuizInstagram: @WomenAwareAndPreparedLinkedIn: Mandi PrattThe primary purpose of the Women Aware and Prepared Podcast is to educate and inform. This podcast series does not constitute advice or services. Please use common sense for your own situation.Send me a message