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Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2023

Our vision at SASS is for a healthy, safe Tasmania free from sexual harm. To achieve this, we need to educate Tasmanians – and this is what Sexual Assault Awareness Month, or SAAM is about!

SAAM runs right through April. It provides an opportunity for individuals and organisations to help increase public awareness about sexual assault and abuse. SAAM 2023 is all about consent.

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Teal ribbon for SAAM

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Laura eating cupcake, Wear Teal Tuesday

CONSENT IS A CONVERSATION

So, let's get the conversation started in April this year! By raising awareness and educating our community in schools, workplaces, homes, social settings and online, we can all help play our part in preventing sexual assault. 

SAAM is also a great time to show your support for survivors. Host a workplace morning tea, come along to one of our partner events listed below or join a workshop. Grab a teal ribbon or wristband for a $2 donation - it's less than the cost of a coffee and you'll be making a real difference.

All donations go directly to providing support and services for survivors of sexual violence, as well as consent training for schools and local organisations.  SASS is a registered charity, so donations over $2 are tax deductible.


Get involved in SAAM 2023

SAAM launches today and we have a full month of initiatives, resources and activities. 

SAAM launch

Monday 3 April

Artists, sports fans, adventurers, foodies and anyone who wants to contribute to an important cause and go in the draw for a great prize - tickets are on sale here!  

A huge thank you to our generous sponsors who have provided such a great prize pool. Get your ticket/s now and go into the draw to win!

SAAM raffle

Tickets are on sale NOW - $5 and you could win an amazing prize!

After a sold-out season on London's West End, this award-winning play by Suzie Miller has a short season at the Theatre Royal. Our SASS counsellors will be on hand to speak to audience members.  Book your tickets here

 

Prima Facie at the Theatre Royal

Tuesday 4 - Thursday 6 April

Get some extra feelgood vibes into your Saturday workout at F45 in Kingston, who are supporting us with a fundraising day!

F45 Kingston

Saturday 15 April

A workshop for parents and guardians of children and young people ONLINE, 7pm - 8.30pm including Q&A
Public event – bookings essential, introductory price of $15 per person

Secure your spot online now, flier here

Teaching Kids Consent workshop

Thursday 20 April

It’s our big week of action and awareness, Wear Teal Week 
Get your teal on, have a conversation, raise some awareness and some funds! Register here

Light up teal for SAAM - Hobart City Council will have teal lights around town and next to Mawson's Pavilion. Grab a photo if you're out and about and tag us!

Wear Teal Week

Monday 24 - Sunday 30 April

This workshop provides an overview of ethical consent, and conversational strategies for clear communication with young athletes. You'll take away some easy to implement concepts that embody consent practices and can be incorporated into coaching immediately.  Introductory price of $15, book your spot now! 

Coach Consent webinar

Wednesday 26 April

The Tasman Bridge is turning teal for SAAM - keep watch for some stunning reflections, grab a photo and tag us on social media.

Tasman Bridge goes Teal

Thursday 27 - Sunday 30 April

Join us for a Teal High Tea at Hadley's Orient Hotel - a glass of Tasmanian sparkling on arrival, delicious treats, great conversation and all for a wonderful cause. 

Don't miss out - book your tickets now right here. 

Teal High Tea

Saturday 29 April

Grab a teal ribbon or wristband and stop by for a chat with us at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre, New Town

Hockey Tasmania's SAAM Round

Saturday 29 April

The TNL is turning teal for the 3rd year running. Get along and support your local team!

Netball Tasmania's SAAM Round

Sunday 30 April

Drop by Capulus Espresso this week for a coffee with a cause! 

  • For every coffee sold in Wear Teal Week, Capulus will donate a dollar to SAAM. 
  • You'll receive a free upsize for your coffee if you make a donation.
  • Grab a teal ribbon or wristband for $2 to help spread the word. 

Capulus Espresso in North Hobart supporting SAAM all week

24 to 30 April