YWCA Missoula will provide forum for women to dialogue about the recent alleged sexual assaults on the University of Montana campus.

This dialogue will be different than recent community discussions because it will be for women - instead of focusing on the University, p...olice officers, or alleged perpetrators, this discussion will create a safe space for women to speak about their experiences and concerns.

YWCA Missoula works daily to assist survivors of domestic and sexual violence through the Pathways Program. The program includes a confidential domestic violence shelter, 24-hour crisis line and weekly support groups for women and their children. Trained YWCA advocates will be on hand at the forum to provide individual support as needed.

NCBI Missoula will facilitate the forum. Snacks and childcare will be available.

For more information about the Community Sexual Assault Dialogue, contact Melissa Richards at 543-6691 or mrichards@ywcaofmissoula.org.