PPS Confidential Advocate

Consent educators and survivor support specialists are stationed within Portland Public Schools. Do you have questions or concerns about consent, safe relationships, sexual harassment, and more? Get support. Explore Options. Totally Private. All are welcome! 503-809-4357

Drop in or text/call our Confidential Hotline to ask a question or make an appointment with our advocate Brenna Bailey, bbailey@voaor.org / 503-809-4357. Brenna is currently in the building on Wednesday's but can be flexible to your availability.

Confidential Advocates are:

NOT mandatory reporters
Dedicated to survivor-centered support
Employed by certified survivor-serving organizations who have built partnerships with PPS
Conscious of intersectional oppression
Compassionate listeners
Creative brain storms
Non-judgmental and flexible
Committed to supporting you how you want to be supported, respect your boundaries and are honest with you.

Some things Advocates can do (at your request):

Hold space for your feelings
Listen, offer support, and provide information
Explore possible options to seek respite, healing, and justice
Co-create a plan to help you feel as safe as possible
Refer you to services for more emotional support, medical care, or other resources
Help you file a report and navigate systems/processes
Build skills to understand and cope with trauma
Strategize how to talk to friends, family, or administration about your experiences and needs
Advocate on your behalf or communicate things to other people for you
Accompany you to appointments, meetings, or hearings