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Ruhama has devised and designed a number of training courses, which we deliver to a variety of different frontline sectors relating to prostitution, sexual exploitation and human trafficking.

The training sessions are based on the needs of the frontline services. Developed using the latest research, updates on legislation and policy, and all training sessions are informed by the service users of Ruhama, past and present.

Ruhama currently offers the following training options

‘Know Sex-Trafficking’ – certified training course run over two half days, which focuses on recognising the signs of sex trafficking, and developing trauma informed responses.

‘Safety in Truth’ – A half day training session which looks at the harsh realities of the sex trade, the legislation which surrounds it and what active response care looks like for those currently affected by the sex trade or those who are at risk of sexual exploitation.

‘Conflict & Crisis’ – a 3hr training session designed as a response to the war in Ukraine which explains the impact and the risk of sexual exploitation to women & children as a result of the conflict.  The training would also be applicable to any conflict & crisis situation.

Third Level Institutions

Ruhama delivers guest lectures to third level students on the invitation from academic Dept. Lecturers. Ruhama has established a number of annual guest lectures delivered at a various Third level Institutions.

Bespoke Training

Ruhama delivers bespoke training, information sessions and workshops on prostitution and sex trafficking to a variety of professionals including teachers. We will work with your organisation or school to establish your particular knowledge gaps and training needs and tailor your training session accordingly. We can also adapt our training sessions to multi-stakeholder audiences.

Training for An Garda Síochána

Ruhama provides specialised training to An Garda Síochána.  This training enhances members’ understanding of the profile, vulnerabilities and risks experienced by those effected by sex trade, and offers practical, victim-centred tools to support Gardaí in responding proactively and empathetically to anyone effected or trafficked into the sex trade who may need their support.

We deliver training to hundreds of professionals from diverse areas such as social work, migrant support, homeless & addiction services, criminal justice, medial, education, youth work, technology and the corporate world.

To find out more about our professional training, contact us at training@ruhama.ie.