Active Bystander Training

Active Bystander Training teaches hospitality staff to identify problematic behaviors of aggressors in alcohol-serving spaces, understand and overcome the barriers to taking action as a bystander, and empowers them to intervene proactively, responsively, and safely. Our goal is to help teams create safe spaces for patrons and staff alike.

WE HELP ALCOHOL-SERVING SPACES CREATE SAFE, WELCOMING,
AND RESPECTFUL ENVIRONMENTS FOR THEIR PATRONS AND STAFF.

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Following SafeBars innovative programming, we provide the foundation
and catalyst for necessary change in the hospitality and nightlife industry.

WHY WE FOCUS ON ALCOHOL-SERVING SPACES

At least half of all sexual assaults involve alcohol consumption by the aggressor, the target, or both, making alcohol-serving spaces and the hospitality industry as a whole a critical platform to address sexual violence. Though alcohol consumption and sexual assault frequently happen together, alcohol use doesn’t cause sexual assault.

The link is complicated, and it’s important to understand the nuances of this relationship to prevent sexual assault and avoid victim-blaming more effectively. Given the relationship between alcohol and sexual assault, we must build a safer culture in bars, restaurants, breweries, distilleries, clubs, conferences, events, and other alcohol-related spaces that don’t tolerate harassment or assault.

  • It's simple - implementing Active Bystander Training for your business can provide significant benefits in terms of guest satisfaction, staff retention, and overall safety.

    Improved Guest Experiences and Loyalty

    • Demonstrating a commitment to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all guests

    • Guests who have positive experiences are more likely to return and recommend your establishment to others

    Stronger, More Engaged Staff

    • Showing your staff that you value their safety, comfort, and respect in the workplace

    • Equipping staff with effective strategies to address unwanted sexual aggression and other concerning behaviors

    • Improved staff morale and reduced turnover

    Key Outcomes of Active Bystander Training

    • Empower staff to safely intervene and prevent harmful incidents

    • Foster a culture of collective responsibility for community safety

    • Enhance your reputation as a business that prioritizes the well-being of guests and employees

    By investing in Active Bystander Training, you can create a safer, more positive environment that benefits both your guests and your staff. We would be happy to discuss how to implement this training program for your business. Please let me know if you have any other questions!

  • Absolutely. We would be happy to assist with expanding bystander intervention training beyond just alcohol-serving areas. Our core belief is that the more people who are empowered to safely intervene in potentially harmful situations, the safer our communities become.

    Benefits of Broader Bystander Training

    • Increased awareness and skills to recognize and respond to a wider range of concerning behaviors, not just those related to alcohol.

    • Empowering more community members to take an active role in promoting safety and preventing harm.

    • Building a culture of collective responsibility for looking out for one another.

    • Potential to have a greater overall impact on community wellbeing.

    Getting Started

    If you would like to discuss setting up bystander intervention training for your group, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We would be glad to learn more about your specific needs and goals, and work with you to develop a customized training program.

  • Training fees vary depending on the length of training and the size of the business. Please get in touch with us and we can provide you with a quote.

  • Training for individual establishments is typically 2.5 hours long.

  • While we cover the same content and intervention techniques, we want to know about your place and the people who work there so that each training is tailored to the unique culture and operation of the establishment and its people. Training is survivor-centered, trauma-informed, evidence-based, experiential, and participatory.

  • We have a team of 10 amazing trainers in the Pacific Northwest. All of our trainers are SafeBars Trained and urrent or veteran hospitality professionals. They have extensive experience as servers, bar managers, brewers, and cocktail professionals. Each training has 2 trainers.

  • We’re available to talk and answer your questions. We are eager to learn more about your needs, so please feel free to reach out using the form below.

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