34th National Conference on Men and Masculinity

2nd Biennial Statewide Roots of Change Conference on Sexual Violence Prevention

October 28-30, 2009 - Smith Student Union Building, Portland State University - Portland, OR

Roots of Change: Men, Sex and Justice will address a broad range of issues pertaining to men and masculinity and the prevention of sexual violence, with an emphasis on addressing the root causes in order to prevent sexual violence before it occurs.  Workshops will address the interrelated factors that influence sexual violence, the development and implementation of effective programs, current research in sexual violence prevention and healthy sexuality promotion, and gender equity as it relates to sexual violence.

Please note:  This conference is now full, and registration is closed and we are unable to accommodate any other attendees.

Click here for information about the conference program.

Who Should Attend

• Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Prevention Professionals
• Campus Professionals
• Students
• Public Health Professionals
• Child Abuse Professionals
• Community & Youth Organizers

And others who are interested in examining the intersections of social justice issues (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, race, culture, ability) with sexual violence prevention.

NOTE:  CEU's will be available for this conference!

Conference Organizers

• Oregon Attorney General's Sexual Assault Task Force - www.oregonsatf.org
• Portland State University, Women's Resource Center - www.wrc.pdx.edu
• National Organization for Men Against Sexism - www.nomas.org