Service Provider Resources

Every detention facility has its own unique culture, policies and procedures, and it is important that advocates familiarize themselves with the facilities where they provide services. Understanding the environment survivors are living in and the operations of each facility can deeply inform how you provide services. While advocates are encouraged to learn more about the specific facilities they are working with – including requesting a tour – here is some basic information about the various types of detention facilities that advocates new to this work can explore.

Factsheets:

• Understanding Detention Facilities
• Facility Information worksheet 
• Understanding Reporting Options in Detention
• Key Barriers to Reporting Sexual Abuse in Detention

Guides:

• Key Concepts and Terms to understand when working in Corrections

Webinars:

• The trauma of detention: A training for advocates