This section offers critical grounding in understanding how sexual violence intersects with forms of oppression. It offers an introduction to basic concepts and terminology related to oppression, describes the intersectionality of oppressions, and the implications for survivors of sexual violence. This session is intended as an introduction to oppression and it is recommended that programs establish follow up and ongoing opportunities for advocates to continue to learn about oppression, how it impacts their work, and how they can be active agents of change in their work
