The Canadian Live Music Association is partnering with Good Night Out and REES (Respect, Educate, Empower Survivors) to present a free webinar on February 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET. The session addresses a critical aspect of event safety that often receives insufficient attention: how to handle disclosures of sexual violence in live event settings with care and competence.
While prevention measures remain essential, the reality is that sexual violence can still occur at events despite best efforts. The way staff members receive and respond to disclosures can significantly impact survivors. Yet many professionals working in venues and at live events lack specific training in trauma-informed response protocols. This webinar aims to fill that gap by providing practical guidance on creating effective support pathways and building safer event environments.
The session will be led by two experienced facilitators. Mary Lobson, founder and CEO of REES, brings expertise in developing online platforms for reporting bullying, abuse, harassment, and discrimination across various industries. Stacey Forrester, education director of Good Night Out Vancouver and former community health nurse, focuses on creating more equitable arts and culture communities. Together, they will guide participants through trauma-informed approaches that center survivor support while strengthening organizational response capacity.
This webinar is designed for anyone working in live event and venue operations who wants to enhance their ability to respond with both confidence and compassion. Registration is free and the session is supported by FACTOR, the Government of Canada, Canada’s private radio broadcasters, and Ontario Creates. Event and venue professionals interested in participating can find registration information here through the Canadian Live Music Association.