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This category features live training opportunities hosted by WA-SAST on a variety of topics that support the field. Most trainings are offered as live virtual sessions through Zoom, creating space for shared learning, practical discussion, and connection with others doing this work. Because some sessions may have limited enrollment, we encourage participants to register early whenever possible.

WA-SAST Building Trauma Informed Teams and Organizations - April 16, 2026

Free to WA-SAST Members! 

April 16th, 2025 from 10:00am-1:00pm PST

This training equips service providers and managers in Washington State with the knowledge and skills to lead trauma-informed teams and cultivate workplaces that prioritize safety, trust, and well-being. You’ll explore what “trauma” means in everyday language, see how it influences staff behavior and team dynamics, and practice simple strategies to spot and address stress and burnout. Through real-world examples and reflection prompts, you’ll gain concrete tools to support your team, foster inclusion, and build a culture of care.

WA-SAST Program Management for Community- Based Organizations - May 7, 2026

Free to WA-SAST Members

May 7th, 2026 from 10:00am-1:00pm PST

This training introduces program managers in community-based organizations to foundational skills for planning, organizing, and overseeing survivor-centered services. Participants will explore strategies to lead programs with intention and impact—developing practical approaches for team coordination, communication, and resource management. Grounded in trauma-informed principles, the module emphasizes leadership practices that promote both service quality and staff well-being within the unique context of CBOs.

PAST: WA-SAST Advocacy for Victims of Human Trafficking - March 4, 2026

Free to WA-SAST Members! 

March 4th, 2026 from 10:00am-1:00pm PST

This training is geared towards Advocates, Case Managers, and other service providers who work with people experiencing, or at risk of, sexual exploitation and human trafficking.  The first part of this training covers advocacy within the services and systems that clients are often navigating. The second part explores a set of trauma-informed frameworks and interventions that service providers can use to enhance engagement and advocacy skills to strengthen relationships, increase trust, and improve outcomes for people experiencing trafficking. 

PAST: WA-SAST Responding to Stalking - January 28th, 2026

Free to WA-SAST Members! Please login to enroll

January 28th, 2026 from 10:00am-1:00pm PST

Stalking is a complex and often misunderstood form of abuse that intersects with sexual violence in many ways. This training equips sexual assault advocates and direct service providers in Washington State with the tools to recognize stalking behaviors, both online and in person, respond in trauma-informed ways, and support survivor safety. The training emphasizes real-world scenarios, current tech-facilitated stalking trends, and actionable guidance tailored to community-based advocacy settings.