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Evidence-based training that equips military leaders with the knowledge and tools to prevent sexual assault and harassment within the ranks.
Operation RESPECT is a series of psychoeducational training modules designed to teach military personnel how to be empathetic leaders, recognize signs and symptoms of mental health concerns, and effectively intervene to prevent sexual assault and harassment.
Our primary mission is to use social innovation as a weapon to combat sexual violence. Through survivor-centered teaching, collaborative education, and transparent data, we are working to end sexual assault and harassment within our military structure.
The training program can be customized to align with specific unit requirements and training schedules. Designed for quarterly implementation, this program ensures a continuous approach to enhancing the foundation of prevention.
Morgan State University was the first school to host Operation RESPECT training
Fort Sill, Fort Bragg, Korea, Joint Base Langley-Eustis
Commissioning officers and military science departments
Leadership development for military-adjacent workplaces
An in-depth exploration of grooming and predatory behaviors. Participants learn to identify manipulative tactics employed by potential violators and develop strategies to prevent themselves or colleagues from falling victim to predatory behavior.
Designed to help leaders understand healthy and unhealthy boundaries, proper setting establishment, and effective communication techniques. The goal is to promote a positive and respectful work environment.
Tailored to enable leaders to effectively manage individuals from diverse backgrounds. Understanding how cultural norms and practices influence camaraderie and unit cohesion promotes an inclusive environment that bolsters team performance.
Emphasizes practical bystander intervention approaches. Through engaging discussions and real-life scenarios, leaders learn to implement transformative changes that shift culture around sexual assault and harassment.
Dr. Diandra Poe is a veteran, licensed clinical social worker, and nationally recognized advocate for military sexual trauma prevention. She has delivered Operation RESPECT training to military units and ROTC programs across the country, including Morgan State University, Fort Sill, Fort Bragg, Korea, and Joint Base Langley-Eustis.
Dr. Poe’s clinical background includes crisis intervention in mental health settings, ICU support during the pandemic, foster care transition services, and advocacy for survivors of human trafficking on the Baltimore Human Trafficking Task Force.
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