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    Development of the Anonymous Reporting and Third Option Programs
    (Community Research Unit, Faculty of Arts, University of Regina, 2015-03) Wuerch, Melissa; Beingessner, Naomi; Price, Heather L.; Carlson, Stephanie; George, Debra; Robinson, Pat
    The Anonymous Reporting and Third Option Program are being piloted in Regina, Saskatchewan as a step to better support victims of sexual assault and create a coordinated community response to this issue. The report contains the learnings from this initiative, specifically the step-by-step process used and the suggestions for success, and allows for this information to be utilized by interested jurisdictions and stakeholders when considering the development and implementation of both programs.
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    The Link: Interpersonal Violence and Abuse and Animal Safekeeping
    (STOPS to Violence, PATHS, Saskatchewan SPCA, 2016-03-01) Wuerch, Melissa; Knutson, Tracy; Wach, Frances; McKendrick, Rod; Giesbrecht, Crystal; Beingessner, Naomi; Miller-Schroeder, Patricia
    This report details findings from quantitative and qualitative research among human service and animal welfare providers that indicates that concern for the safety of companion animals and livestock is a barrier to individuals leaving situations of interpersonal violence and abuse in urban and rural areas of Saskatchewan. Participants discussed a noticeable gap in the lack of awareness regarding current resources, services, and programs within the community that are available in these situations. In addition to raising awareness and establishing partnerships between animal welfare agencies and human service organizations, participants suggested developing and implementing more program options that offer financially realistic and appropriate resources. The report concludes with recommendations to be included in an action plan.