Advocacy Services

219-464-6860

SAAFE.Office@valpo.edu

Crisis Line

219-464-6789

Counseling Center

219-464-5002

SAAFE Office Advocacy

Advocates serve a dual role. First, they are student volunteers who present programs and workshops to the campus and Valparaiso community. Advocates are students, specially trained and supervised by a professional coordinator affiliated with the Student Counseling Center. Paula Dranger, Coordinator of SAAFE, received her MSW from Loyola University and has been with SAAFE since 1995. Paula has taught at Valparaiso University's School of Social Work as well as the Sociology Department. She is nationally certified and a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Indiana. Ms. Drangeris also a Certified Mediator, a Substance Abuse Profeesional, and a Certified Program Planner.

Communication and Education

SAAFE provides peer education as a means to broaden awareness of sexuality and communication issues and to aid in the prevention of sexual assault. Interactive programs and bulletin boards on a variety of subjects can be requested throughout the year.

Support

SAAFE is a support system for the individual. Advocates meet with survivors at their request in a confidential location and advise them through the process of healing. SAAFE offers referrals to campus and community services such as counseling, support groups, and legal services.

Staff

For additional information, call x6860/SAAFE Office, or email at SAAFE.Office@valpo.edu