Sports have tremendous influence in our culture and in the lives of young people. The principles of teamwork and fair play that are central to athletics make sports an ideal platform to teach healthy relationship skills.
CBIM is most successful when coaches and staff from local domestic or sexual violence prevention agencies have strong partnerships.
CBIM has been proven to positively impact athletes’ ability to intervene when witnessing abusive or disrespectful behavior. As leaders themselves, athletes are given the tools and vocabulary they need to stand up for respect and influence their school’s culture.
As influencers and role models, coaches are uniquely poised to deliver CBIM. They are central to CBIM’s success.
Advocates receive certification training from FUTURES to in-turn recruit and train coaches to facilitate CBIM.
Advocates build community partnerships and then host a 2-hour “Coaches Clinic” to train coaches.
Coaches deliver CBIM, including its twelve, 15-minute discussions with youth/athletes during the season, making sure to lean on Advocates for support.
Advocates evaluate program outcomes and prepare for season 2 and beyond!
The 101 Webinar Series is a great resource for those seeking an introduction or a refresher in the CBIM model. Also check out recordings from CBIM’s monthly Learning Collaborative which address emerging program topics.
For almost 40 years, Futures Without Violence (FUTURES) has worked to build thriving families and communities, free from violence, and filled with hope and opportunity.
FUTURES believes that men can use their positive influence as fathers, educators, coaches, and policymakers to challenge the attitudes and beliefs that support violence.
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