An Evaluation of the VIP Program (2007-2008 - BC Society of ...

Two agencies developed their own forms for evaluating their groups. Key findings
In one agency developed pre and post survey, girls
reported increases from the beginning of the group to
the end of the group in…
I get along well with other kids.
I usually feel safe and happy.
I believe that I have the right to personal safety.
I can seek help when needed.
These findings are powerful given that the girls in this
group reported levels of support from their families that
were in the neutral range at the beginning of the group
and at the conclusion of the group.
In another agency feedback form that asked for
children’s opinions on four topics (anger, abuse,
safety, and healthy relationships), participants
reporting liking….
Making an anger volcano
Learning about the cycle of abuse
Practicing using the phone to call for help
Learning about healthy relationships by
watching a movie.
Is there an increase in knowledge about factors contributing to healthy
relationships
In order to answer this question, feedback from students as to the learning that
occurred through presentations conducted to classrooms of students was
examined. These presentations covered a variety of topics directly related to
promoting an understanding of those factors that support or impede the
development of healthy relationships. In addition to talking to the students in
order that they gain an understanding of domestic violence and the inter-related
issues (e.g., self-esteem, help-seeking, cycles of violence), one of two DVDs was
used in most of the presentations:
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