Free Workshops
AVP & Good Night Out Present Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault Workshop [Zoom]
Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault (DFSA), often referred to as drink spiking, is a serious but often misunderstood issue. This workshop separates fact from fiction, addressing the myths that surround DFSA and the realities of how it occurs while creating a space free of stigma and victiming-blaming. Participants will learn practical strategies for prevention and how to recognize the risk factors for DFSA and non-consensual dosing / intoxication, while placing the responsibility onto perpetrators and the community rather than potential victims.
Objectives
Clarify what DFSA is and how it typically occurs, challenging common myths and misconceptions.
Recognize signs and patterns of DFSA in nightlife and social settings.
Identify factors that contribute to vulnerability and risk, including environmental and systemic issues.
Explore prevention strategies that center community care, not fear or surveillance.
Respond appropriately and compassionately when someone is suspected to have been drugged or harmed.
Connect with relevant resources and support options for those affected by DFSA.
About Good Night Out: Good Night Out is a BC based non profit society committed to building community capacity to prevent and respond to sexual harassment and sexual assault in all sectors, with a focus on hospitality, music, arts and nightlife. We do this through education, outreach and advocacy.
AVP & Good Night Out Present: Intoxication, Intimacy & Consent: Understanding Ethical Consent While Drinking & Using Drugs [Zoom]
Alcohol and other drugs are a common part of many social and nightlife experiences, yet conversations about consent often ignore the realities of intoxication. This workshop explores how alcohol and other substances can affect communication, decision-making, memory, and the ability to freely give or recognize consent. Rather than promoting abstinence or relying on fear-based messaging, participants will learn practical harm reduction strategies for navigating intimacy responsibly while under the influence. The workshop encourages participants to prioritize communication, recognize when consent cannot be given, and create experiences that are respectful, pleasurable, and safer for everyone involved.
Objectives
Build confidence communicating about consent before, during, and after intimate experiences.
Understand practical tools for navigating alcohol, drugs, and intimacy in ways that prioritize consent and mutual respect.
Strengthen skills for recognizing and responding when someone may not be able to freely consent.
Increase understanding of harm reduction strategies that support ethical decision-making while under the influence.
Explore how to create intimate experiences that are consensual, enjoyable, and grounded in clear communication.
Foster shared responsibility for building cultures of respect, care, and accountability.
About Good Night Out: Good Night Out is a BC based non profit society committed to building community capacity to prevent and respond to sexual harassment and sexual assault in all sectors, with a focus on hospitality, music, arts and nightlife. We do this through education, outreach and advocacy.