It is critically important all professionals responsible for responding to victims/survivors of sexual violence are competent and confident in providing high-quality, safe and effective support.
LimeCulture provides sector-leading training and development packages for professionals to ensure they have the right skills, knowledge, expertise and set of tools to support victims/survivors of sexual violence.
Our course content is specifically developed to be practical in focus to meet the needs of frontline professionals, whether they’re learning new skills or refreshing existing knowledge. Our trainers all have relevant knowledge and expertise, and are supported by subject-matter experts where relevant, to ensure LimeCulture’s training remains exceptional.
As well as our open courses and accredited development programmes, we also develop bespoke specialist training to meet the needs of our clients.
The Worker Protection (Amendment to the Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 places new legal duties on employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, meaning it is more critical than ever for organisations to take steps to ensure a healthy and safer culture in their workplaces, and give employees the confidence to come forward, in the knowledge they will be heard, supported and their concerns acted upon appropriately.
Contact us at training@limeculture.co.uk to discuss your training needs.
Jan 2025
Trauma Informed Investigation Training – January 2025 – 28/01/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pmMar 2025
Supporting Male Victims/Survivors of Sexual Violence – March 2025 – 03/03/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pmLead Safeguarding Officer in Sport Development Programme – March 2025 – 05/03/2025 – 17/07/2025 at 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
ISVA Development Programme – March 2025 – 10/03/2025 – 05/08/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Supporting Children and Young People – March 2025 – 17/03/2025 – 19/03/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Apr 2025
University Sexual Misconduct Responder: Handling Disclosures – April 2025 – 03/04/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pmSafety And Support (SAS) Assessment: Online Workshop for ISVAs – 4 April 2025 – 04/04/2025 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
SVLO Refresher Programme 2504 – 07/04/2025 – 08/04/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Sexual Violence Liaison Officer (SVLO) Development Programme – April 2025 – 23/04/2025 – 23/05/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
ISVA CPD Programme: The ISVA Role in Family and Civil Proceedings – April 2025 – 25/04/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
ISVA CPD Programme: Supporting Older People – April 2025 – 28/04/2025 – 29/04/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
May 2025
SVLO Continuing Professional Development – Supporting Sex Workers – May 2025 – 06/05/2025 at 10:00 am – 5:00 pmISVA Refresher Programme – May 2025 – 15/05/2025 – 16/05/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
Jun 2025
Workshop for ISVA Managers – June 2025 – 05/06/2025 – 06/06/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pmJul 2025
ISVA CPD Programme: Supporting Clients with Learning Disabilities and/or Neurodivergence – July 2025 – 10/07/2025 – 11/07/2025 at 10:00 am – 4:30 pmNov 2025
SVLO Managers' Workshop – November 2025 – 27/11/2025 – 28/11/2025 at 9:30 am – 4:30 pmIndependent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA)
Taught online over six modules, LimeCulture’s comprehensive accredited ISVA Development Programme aims to equip new and experienced ISVAs with knowledge and specialist skills.
Due to the complex nature of the support ISVAs provide, it is important that all professionals undertaking the ISVA role are properly trained and effectively supervised to:
- Identify risk and support needs
- Ensure client safety
- Maintain professional boundaries
- Understand the rules and processes of the criminal justice system
Each module contains a comprehensive syllabus of challenging content designed to equip ISVAs with the practical skills and knowledge they need.
- Module 1: Defining the Role of the ISVA
- Module 2: Referral and Case Management
- Module 3: Managing Trauma and Risk
- Module 4: Working with SARCs and Forensic Awareness
- Module 5: The ISVA’s Role in Safeguarding
- Module 6: The Court Process
Each module is taught over two consecutive days to minimise the amount of time ISVAs are away from their services.
Book Next Programme – March – August 2025
Course suitability
This course is suitable for new ISVAs, ISVAs already working in the role who have not yet undertaken professional ISVA training, and those wishing to become an ISVA. The programme also supports ISVAs who have been in the role for some time to update their training.
The ISVA Development Programme provides the knowledge and skills to work with all client groups. It is advised in the Home Office ISVA Essential Elements (2017) guidance that ISVAs who have a specialist focus to their work and/or provide support to specific groups, including children and young people, attend additional training, for example through our Elective Programmes to enhance their knowledge and skills.
LimeCulture recognises that everyone learns in different ways and we work hard to ensure our training is as inclusive and accessible as possible through using a variety of approaches within each course. We encourage you to get in touch with us directly if there are further adjustments you may need to support your learning and/or participation in our programmes.
Course fee
£2,450 plus VAT per delegate.
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Training times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm on each day of the training. As it is an accredited course, delegates are required to attend all direct learning and assessment hours.
This qualification has been developed to meet the specific needs of our learners and has been accredited by NCFE demonstrating quality and rigour.
NCFE is an awarding organisation recognised by the Qualification Regulators for England (Ofqual), Wales (Qualifications Wales) and Northern Ireland (CCEA Regulation). This is an unregulated qualification and is not a nationally recognised qualification.
On completion of the Customised Qualification for Independent Sexual Violence Advisers, learners will receive a certificate of achievement. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification. This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification and certificates of achievement will be issued directly by NCFE.
To receive the certificate of accreditation, delegates must attend for the full learning hours and complete the relevant assessment to the required pass mark. This will take place within the training module/course. Our trainers will be on hand for support throughout; reasonable adjustments can be granted for anyone with additional learning needs.
The ISVA Development Programme has been designed to meet the Home Office; ISVA Guidance (2017) and Skills for Justice National Occupational Standards (NOS) relevant for ISVAs.
Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Refresher Programme
Following requests from ISVAs and ISVA Managers, LimeCulture is delighted to launch our new ISVA Refresher Programme alongside our existing ISVA Development Programme Electives. This two day accredited course will provide those already qualified as ISVAs with the opportunity to update and refresh their knowledge and skills while networking with other experienced ISVAs.
The refresher programme includes:
- Criminal Justice Updates
- Safeguarding Updates
- Case Management
- Professional Boundaries and Partnership Working
- Reflections and Lessons Learned
- Vicarious Trauma and Self Care
Alongside accessing regular continuing professional development, LimeCulture recommends that ISVAs refresh their core training at least every three years. To discuss whether this course is suitable for you, contact us at training@limeculture.co.uk.
To be eligible to attend this programme, ISVAs must have completed an accredited ISVA Development Programme with LimeCulture or another training provider.
LimeCulture recognises that everyone learns in different ways and we work hard to ensure our training is as inclusive and accessible as possible through using a variety of approaches within each course. We encourage you to get in touch with us directly if there are further adjustments you may need to support your learning and/or participation in our programmes.
Click here to book next course – 15 & 16 May 2025
Course fee
£450 plus VAT per delegate.
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Training times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm on each day of the training. As it is an accredited course, delegates are required to attend all direct learning and assessment hours.
Accreditation
This qualification has been developed to meet the specific needs of our learners and has been accredited by NCFE demonstrating quality and rigour.
NCFE is an awarding organisation recognised by the Qualification Regulators for England (Ofqual), Wales (Qualifications Wales) and Northern Ireland (CCEA Regulation). This is an unregulated qualification and is not a nationally recognised qualification.
On completion of the Customised Qualification for Independent Sexual Violence Advisers, learners will receive a certificate of achievement. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification. This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification and certificates of achievement will be issued directly by NCFE.
To receive the certificate of accreditation, delegates must attend for the full learning hours and complete the relevant assessment to the required pass mark. This will take place within the training module/course. Our trainers will be on hand for support throughout; reasonable adjustments can be granted for anyone with additional learning needs.
Section 28 Training for ISVAs
With the implementation of the Section 28 – Pre-Recorded Cross Examination (S28-PRCE) special measure for victims, it is important to ensure all Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVAs) understand the implications of supporting clients through this provision as part of the criminal justice process.
This one-day training aims to equip new and experienced ISVAs with the knowledge and specialist skills to effectively support clients through the criminal justice system and maintain the boundaries of the ISVA role. This course is supported by legal experts and delivered online.
Through attending this course, ISVAs will understand:
- What S28-PRCE means as an option for victims/survivors of sexual violence
- How S28-PRCE works in practice
- The advantages and disadvantages of S28-PRCE and its implications in supporting victims/survivors
- The importance of boundaries as an ISVA in supporting victims/survivors during S28-PRCEs.
Supported by HMCTS, this training was rolled out nationally by LimeCulture to over 500 ISVAs in 2022.
Please click here to complete an Expression of Interest form. Once submitted this will be added to the S28 EOI list and when a further training date is released an email will sent with a link to the booking page.
Course suitability
This training is intended for ISVAs and ISVA Managers supporting either adults or children and young people.
Course fee
£92 plus VAT per delegate
Training times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery begins at 10am and finishes at 3.30pm
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Training
LimeCulture encourages and supports continued professional development for Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVAs). On completion of the ISVA Development Programme, we offer the opportunity to develop your understanding of working with and supporting different client groups through our accredited elective programmes.
- Supporting Children and Young People
- Supporting Clients with Learning Disabilities and/or Neurodivergence
- Supporting Older People
- The ISVA Role in Family and Civil Proceedings
All CPD Programmes are delivered online.
Supporting Children and Young People CPD
This 3-day NCFE accredited programme builds on the knowledge and understanding gained through the ISVA Development Programme and focuses on the ISVA role when supporting children and young people. ISVAs will explore specific safeguarding and practice implications when working with children and young people.
The Home Office Essential Elements Guidance on the Role of the ISVA (2017) is explicit that ISVAs working with children and young people require specific training and skills.
Booking
Click here for course dates and to book your place
Course fee
£675 plus VAT per delegate.
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Training times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm on each day of the training. Delegates are required to attend all direct learning and assessment hours.
Course suitability
All CPD Programmes are suitable for ISVAs and ISVA Managers.
To attend an CPD Programme you must have completed an accredited ISVA Development Programme with LimeCulture or another training provider.
LimeCulture recognises that everyone learns in a different way and we work hard to ensure our training is as inclusive and accessible as possible through using a variety of approaches within each course. We encourage you to get in touch with us directly if there are further adjustments you may need to support your learning and/or participation in our programmes.
Accreditation
These qualifications have been developed to meet the specific needs of our learners and have been accredited by NCFE demonstrating quality and rigour.
NCFE is an awarding organisation recognised by the Qualification Regulators for England (Ofqual), Wales (Qualifications Wales) and Northern Ireland (CCEA Regulation). These are unregulated qualifications and are not nationally recognised qualifications.
To receive the certificate of accreditation, delegates must attend for the full learning hours and complete the relevant assessment to the required pass mark. This will take place within the training module/course. Our trainers will be on hand for support throughout; reasonable adjustments can be granted for anyone with additional learning needs.
On completion of the Customised Qualification for Independent Sexual Violence Adviser Electives learners will receive a certificate of achievement. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification. This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification and certificates of achievement will be issued directly by NCFE.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Training
LimeCulture encourages and supports continued professional development for Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVAs). On completion of the ISVA Development Programme, we offer the opportunity to develop your understanding of working with and supporting different client groups through our accredited CPD Training programmes.
- Supporting Children and Young People
- Supporting Clients with Learning Disabilities and/or Neurodivergence
- Supporting Older People
- The ISVA Role in Family and Civil Proceedings
All CPD Programmes are delivered online.
Supporting Clients with Learning Disabilities and/or Neurodivergence
This 2-day NCFE accredited programme explores the barriers facing victims/survivors with learning disabilities or who are neurodivergent in the context of sexual violence and the criminal justice system, and how ISVAs can appropriately meet their needs.
This programme has been developed following consultation with ISVAs, learning disability organisations and autism experts, and will incorporate:
- Exploring LD/ND terminology and definitions
- Identifying the misconceptions and barriers faced by LD/ND victims/survivors
- Identifying relevant UK legislation and Criminal Justice policy for LD/ND victims/survivors
- Understanding and responding to the specific support needs of LD/ND victims/survivors within the Criminal Justice process
- Exploring service reviews and identifying reasonable service and support adjustments
Booking
Click here for course dates and to book your place
Course fee
£450 plus VAT per delegate.
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Training Times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm on each day of the training. Delegates are required to attend all direct learning and assessment hours.
Course suitability
All CPD Programmes are suitable for ISVAs and ISVA Managers.
To attend an CPD Programme you must have completed an accredited ISVA Development Programme with LimeCulture or another training provider.
LimeCulture recognises that everyone learns in a different way and we work hard to ensure our training is as inclusive and accessible as possible through using a variety of approaches within each course. We encourage you to get in touch with us directly if there are further adjustments you may need to support your learning and/or participation in our programmes.
Accreditation
These qualifications have been developed to meet the specific needs of our learners and have been accredited by NCFE demonstrating quality and rigour.
NCFE is an awarding organisation recognised by the Qualification Regulators for England (Ofqual), Wales (Qualifications Wales) and Northern Ireland (CCEA Regulation). These are unregulated qualifications and are not nationally recognised qualifications.
To receive the certificate of accreditation, delegates must attend for the full learning hours and complete the relevant assessment to the required pass mark. This will take place within the training module/course. Our trainers will be on hand for support throughout; reasonable adjustments can be granted for anyone with additional learning needs.
On completion of the Customised Qualification for Independent Sexual Violence Adviser CPD learners will receive a certificate of achievement. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification. This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification and certificates of achievement will be issued directly by NCFE.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Training
Supporting Older People
This two day NCFE accredited programme focuses on the individual support needs of older people who have experienced sexual violence (recently or non-recently) to ensure specialist practitioners have the skills and knowledge to support them and their families/carers appropriately.
This programme has been developed by LimeCulture in partnership with Age UK, the UK’s leading charity for older people, and will cover:
- Defining older people
- Preconceptions and misconceptions about ageing
- Barriers to disclosing and reporting
- Physical and mental health issues
- Communication with adults at risk
- The Mental Capacity Act
- Understanding and responding to the specific support needs of older victims/survivors of sexual violence
The course will also consider how services can ensure equitable access to support for older people around sexual violence, including by proactively involving (with consent and where appropriate) third party individuals and/or professionals who support adults with additional needs to ensure clients can fully engage with support.
Learning will be through a combination of direct teaching and case study discussion.
Booking
The next Supporting Older People course will be held on Monday and Tuesday 28 & 29 April 2025.
Click here to book your place.
Course fee
£450 + VAT per delegate
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Course suitability
This two-day programme will be suitable for ISVAs and ISVA Managers, IDVAs, counsellors, Sexual Violence Liaison Officers (universities) and other professionals who may be supporting older people that have experienced sexual violence.
This programme is delivered online.
LimeCulture recognises that everyone learns in different ways and we work hard to ensure our training is as inclusive and accessible as possible through using a variety of approaches within each course. We encourage you to get in touch with us directly if there are further adjustments you may need to support your learning and/or participation in our programmes.
Accreditation
These qualifications have been developed to meet the specific needs of our learners and have been accredited by NCFE demonstrating quality and rigour.
NCFE is an awarding organisation recognised by the Qualification Regulators for England (Ofqual), Wales (Qualifications Wales) and Northern Ireland (CCEA Regulation). These are unregulated qualifications and are not nationally recognised qualifications.
To receive the certificate of accreditation, delegates must attend for the full learning hours and complete the relevant assessment to the required pass mark. This will take place within the training module/course. Our trainers will be on hand for support throughout; reasonable adjustments can be granted for anyone with additional learning needs.
On completion of the Customised Qualification, learners will receive a certificate of achievement. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification. This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification and certificates of achievement will be issued directly by NCFE.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Training
LimeCulture encourages and supports continued professional development for Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVAs). On completion of our ISVA Development Programme, we offer the opportunity for ISVAs to develop their understanding of working with and supporting different client groups through our accredited CPD Training programmes:
- Supporting Children and Young People
- Supporting Clients with Learning Disabilities and/or Neurodivergence
- Supporting Older People
- The ISVA Role in Family and Civil Proceedings
The ISVA Role in Family and Civil Proceedings
The role of the Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) is pivotal in supporting victims and survivors of sexual violence, with ISVAs providing crucial information, guidance and support to navigate justice systems and support services. While traditionally focused on supporting clients within the criminal justice system, ISVAs are increasingly being called upon to assist in other legal proceedings, such as family courts and civil cases, impacting their clients’ lives.
This one-day NCFE accredited course aims to enhance ISVAs’ ability to support clients facing legal challenges beyond the criminal justice system. By providing them with a deeper understanding of family courts and civil proceedings, ISVAs can better serve the complex and varied needs of victims and survivors of sexual violence.
This programme has been designed with expert legal input, and includes:
- Understanding the different types of family and civil proceedings an ISVA may be asked to support clients through
- Exploring the differences between the criminal justice system and family justice system
- Understanding the boundaries around ISVAs supporting clients through the family justice system and/or other civil proceedings, and potential conflicts with ongoing investigations and the criminal justice system
- Applying to support a client in family court and understanding the ISVA role as a supporter.
Learning will be through a combination of direct teaching and case study discussion.
Booking
Click here for course dates and to book your course.
Course fee
£260 + VAT per delegate
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Course suitability
All CPD Programmes are suitable for ISVAs and ISVA Managers. To attend an Elective Programme you must have completed an accredited ISVA Development Programme with LimeCulture or another training provider.
All CPD Programmes are delivered online.
LimeCulture recognises that everyone learns in a different way and we work hard to ensure our training is as inclusive and accessible as possible through using a variety of approaches within each course. We encourage you to get in touch with us directly if there are further adjustments you may need to support your learning and/or participation in our programmes.
Accreditation
These qualifications have been developed to meet the specific needs of our learners and have been accredited by NCFE demonstrating quality and rigour.
NCFE is an awarding organisation recognised by the Qualification Regulators for England (Ofqual), Wales (Qualifications Wales) and Northern Ireland (CCEA Regulation). These are unregulated qualifications and are not nationally recognised qualifications.
To receive the certificate of accreditation, delegates must attend for the full learning hours and complete the relevant assessment to the required pass mark. This will take place within the training module/course. Our trainers will be on hand for support throughout; reasonable adjustments can be granted for anyone with additional learning needs.
On completion of the course, learners will receive a certificate of achievement as evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification.
Workshop for ISVA Managers
This two-day workshop aims to equip both new and experienced ISVA Managers with the knowledge and specialist skills to ensure their staff are supported to deliver safe, appropriate and effective ISVA services to victims/survivors of sexual violence.
The workshop focuses on the role of the ISVA Manager in the following areas:
- Complexities of delivering ISVA services
- Engagement, access and service delivery
- Risk identification, assessment and management
- The ISVA Manager’s role in safeguarding
- Leadership and governance
- Caseload management (including Safety and Support Needs Assessment)
- Commissioning
- Clinical supervision for ISVAs
As well as benefiting from our experienced trainers, delegates will also have the opportunity during the workshop to share practice and challenges with their peers.
This workshop is delivered online.
Click here for the next workshop dates and to book your place
Course suitability
This workshop is suitable for ISVA Managers from the voluntary, community and public sectors.
Course fee
£450 plus VAT per delegate.
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Training times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm on each day of the training.
Crisis Worker Development Programme
This 2-day NCFE-accredited programme focuses on the vital role Crisis Workers play in providing first response and initial practical and emotional support to those attending a Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) for a forensic medical examination, or to those who are unsure of the next steps following an incident of sexual violence.
This programme seeks to ensure Crisis Workers are competent and confident in:
- Responding appropriately to those who have experienced sexual violence
- Providing professional advice and support on the range of options available to victims/survivors in the aftermath of an incident of sexual violence.
The programme is regularly refreshed and updated to include new legislation, policy and best practice.
Course suitability
This programme is suitable either as part of an induction programme for new Crisis Workers or as a refresher programme for experienced Crisis Workers.
Training times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm on each day of the training. Delegates are required to attend all direct learning and assessment hours.
Booking
The Crisis Worker Development Programme is tailored to the needs of individual services/organisations. Contact us at training@limeculture.co.uk to discuss your training needs.
Accreditation
This qualification has been developed to meet the specific needs of our learners and has been accredited by NCFE demonstrating quality and rigour.
NCFE is an awarding organisation recognised by the Qualification Regulators for England (Ofqual), Wales (Qualifications Wales) and Northern Ireland (CCEA Regulation). This is an unregulated qualification and is not a nationally recognised qualification.
On completion of the Customised Qualification for Crisis Workers, learners will receive a certificate of achievement. The certificate is evidence of the knowledge and skills gained by completing the qualification. This qualification has been accredited by NCFE under the Customised Qualification and certificates of achievement will be issued directly by NCFE.
Supporting Male Victims/Survivors of Sexual Violence
This 1-day course is designed to provide a detailed knowledge and understanding of the barriers and challenges males can face when disclosing or reporting sexual violence and accessing services.
This programme has been co-developed with male survivors and specialist male support services to ensure delegates come away from the training with both practical and theoretical knowledge to positively engage with male clients and support them more effectively.
The course focuses on:
- The history of male sexual violence
- The various impacts of male sexual violence
- The barriers to disclosing/reporting and accessing support
- Identifying specific support needs.
Click here for course dates and to book your place
Course suitability
This course is open to anyone working or volunteering with victims/survivors of sexual violence, whether you are currently supporting male clients or actively looking to improve access to your service for males. This includes ISVA services, therapeutic services, SARCs, and wider services/organisations supporting victims/survivors of sexual violence.
This course is delivered online.
Course fee
£225 plus VAT per delegate.
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Training times
Registration commences at 9.30am. Training delivery starts at 10am and finishes at 4.30pm.
Universities Training
LimeCulture is a leading provider of training for Universities, to support their response to sexual violence/misconduct.
Our training programmes for Universities and Students’ Union staff are practical in focus, designed to ensure those undertaking relevant roles are equipped with the tools, skills, expertise, confidence and competence they need to respond effectively to students and staff.
- Sexual Violence Liaison Officer (SVLO) Development Programme
- SVLO Managers’ Workshop
- SVLO Refresher Programme
- First Responder Training
- Sexual Misconduct Discipline Proceedings Training
- Sexual Misconduct Risk and Needs Assessment Workshop
- Sexual Violence Training for Academic Researchers
We can also develop bespoke training on request.
For more information, and to book courses, please visit our Universities pages
Feedback from our courses
“It [the training] was very specific for universities which I found helpful as someone who just recently joined.”
“The trainers set out a clear, evidence-based rationale for why the approaches they outlined are best practice whilst also acknowledging challenges we may experience in following best practice.”
“I was really impressed with the way the trainers managed the session. Explaining what we would be discussing; warning when we were about to watch a video that could be particularly upsetting; allowing us to leave the room and offering support if needed; giving plenty of time for discussion, comments, and questions.”
“Genuinely the best training I’ve attended on any subject. Thank you.”
Bespoke training is based on your unique needs. We will listen to what you have in mind, work with you to identify your learning requirements, and put together a package that is tailored to suit your organisation’s objectives.
LimeCulture has extensive experience in designing and delivering tailored training packages for individual organisations and services across the UK which incorporate all aspects of the response to sexual violence.
Our experience ranges from developing small one-off training workshops for individual clients through to rolling out large training programmes to multiple cohorts in a variety of settings.
Bespoke training can be delivered online or ‘in-house’ to reduce your staff travel, or at a venue of your choice, at a time that suits you and your team.
We also offer integrated training and consultancy services to our clients.
Contact us at training@limeculture.co.uk to discuss your training needs.
Safety and Support (SAS) Assessment Workshop
This two-hour workshop is designed to support ISVAs in understanding and effectively and confidently utilising, the Safety and Support (SAS) Assessment tool.
The Safety and Support (SAS) Assessment is a domain-based risk and needs assessment developed by LimeCulture to support ISVAs to identify and manage their clients’ individual risks and needs.
The Home Office Essential Elements ISVA Guidance (2017) states ‘to properly identify the needs of the victim/survivor an ISVA is responsible for completing the following for each individual’:
- Risk assessment
- Needs assessment
- Support plan
Our trainer will guide delegates through the SAS Toolkit using case studies to support learning that can be easily embedded into operational practice.
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Course suitability
This training is suitable for ISVAs of all experience levels.
The workshop is delivered online.
Course fee
£75 plus VAT per delegate.
The workshop fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Self-Care Workshop
This workshop has been specifically designed for frontline professionals to help restore the balance of self-care so that they can continue their valuable contribution to others.
Frontline professionals are exposed to trauma on a daily basis in supporting victims/survivors of sexual violence.
LimeCulture recognises that in responding to trauma, individuals can become affected by their everyday work without recognising the symptoms or signs of vicarious trauma and, in turn, can experience negative life impacts as a result. We all have an individual role to play in maintaining our own self-care, however this is often an aspect of our lives that is neglected, whilst others take priority. Self-care is crucial to maintain physical and mental wellbeing.
Course content
This 2.5 hour workshop will support frontline professionals to:
- Understand the causes, impacts and risks of vicarious trauma to individuals and organisations
- Identifying wellbeing and prevention strategies to reduce the risk of vicarious trauma on individuals
- Explore practical solutions to restore a sense of wellbeing.
Registration commences at 9.30am. The workshop starts at 10am and finishes at 12.30pm.
Course suitability
This workshop is suitable for any frontline professionals responding to victims/survivors of sexual violence.
This workshop is delivered online.
Course fee
£56 plus VAT per delegate.
The course fee includes access to all learning materials and suggested further reading/resources.
Booking
Should you wish to attend a “Self-Care Workshop”, please complete an Expression of Interest Form.
The LimeCulture Team will be in touch as soon as dates are scheduled to offer a priority place on the next available course.
Alternatively, contact us at training@limeculture.co.uk to discuss your specific training needs as we can also deliver this course in-house.
Premier League
Following a series of successful pilot workshops in 2015, LimeCulture worked in partnership with the Premier League to deliver a range of workshops to 20 clubs over the 2016/17 season. The workshops included sessions on sexual consent, sexting and sexual health and were delivered to players aged between 14-21 years old.
LimeCulture is delighted to continue to work in partnership with the Premier League to ensure that players have up-to-date information and knowledge about these important issues. We have now extended this work to include workshops on sexual harassment and bullying for the academy players, as well as Healthy Relationships and Safeguarding workshops for men’s and women’s first team players and staff.
New for the 2023/2024 season will be the implementation of the Responder Model to support clubs in their response to sexual violence concerns.
For more information, contact info@limeculture.co.uk
Trauma-informed approach to Police investigation
LimeCulture’s specialist one-day trauma-informed approach to police investigation training programme supports Police officers dealing with sensitive, high-harm cases (such as sexual offences, child abuse, and domestic abuse) to better understand the impacts of trauma and embed a trauma-informed approach to investigations.
With our expert trainers, delegates participating in the programme will explore:
- the impacts of trauma on victims/survivors’ responses
- myths, stereotypes and attitudes about victims/survivors’ responses;
- adjustments to operational practices to embed a trauma-informed approach.
The programme aims to increase the competence and confidence of officers in recognising and responding to victims/survivors and communities who have suffered trauma.
Contact us at info@limeculture.co.uk for a bespoke quotation.
Police Specialist Liaison Officer (Sexual Misconduct) Programme
Working with Avon and Somerset Constabulary, LimeCulture has developed a new specialist internal model to better support Police officers or Police staff who have experienced or witnessed any form of sexual misconduct (including rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment, inappropriate or ‘uncomfortable’ behaviours).
This provides a cadre of specially trained Specialist Liaison Officers within Police Forces to support individuals disclosing sexual misconduct.
Specialist Liaison Officers provide end-to-end trauma-informed support, confidentially supporting Police officers and staff who have experienced sexual violence, harassment or abuse to consider their options, and navigate internal systems and misconduct proceedings. They can discuss the options available around reporting and support, enable access to internal support networks and external specialist support within the community.
Importantly, they provide the specialism within individual Police Forces to provide support to interpret the specific policing context in which they operate, and which external support services often find difficult to understand and access.
LimeCulture can work to tailor and implement the Specialist Liaison Officer model within your Police Force, including by:
- Adapting the model to your Force’s specific context and internal structures
- Supporting the implementation of the Specialist Liaison Officer model across the Force, including developing operational policies, procedures, and appropriate risk governance to govern the delivery of internal support to victims/survivors of sexual misconduct
- Integrating the model within existing prevention and response initiatives; and
- Delivering a comprehensive, accredited four-day training programme to equip staff to take on the Specialist Liaison Officer role.
Contact us at info@limeculture.co.uk for a bespoke quotation.
Police Sexual Misconduct Ambassador training
LimeCulture’s one-day bespoke Ambassador Training enables Police Forces to ensure a consistent and appropriate response to disclosures of sexual misconduct in support of officer and staff well-being through creating a specific Ambassador role.
Through this course, delegates will:
- develop the knowledge and skills to respond appropriately and effectively to individuals disclosing sexual violence, harassment or abuse;
- learn how to signpost to internal and external support;
- learn how to mitigate any adverse impacts on individuals, the public, and the criminal justice process.
Contact us at info@limeculture.co.uk for a bespoke quotation.
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