About NYS ATSA

Welcome to the NYS Association for the Treatment and Prevention of Sexual Abuse (NYS ATSA), the largest and most comprehensive organization of its kind in New York State. With a 29-year legacy, in collaboration with the NYS Alliance, we spearhead efforts in preventing and treating sexual victimization in the state.

Advancing Justice and Community Safety

Advocacy is our cornerstone, as we champion policies that support survivors and ensure community well-being. Through a balanced approach of restitution, mediation, treatment, supervision, and, when necessary, detention, we uphold justice and community safety.

Empowering Through Membership

At NYS ATSA, membership offers a gateway to a wealth of professional growth and collaboration. Our members are first part of the esteemed ATSA, the national association, and from there, they can join NYS ATSA for even more benefits.

Adapting Amidst a Changing World

As the world changed during the pandemic, so did we. Swiftly embracing virtual platforms, we pioneered Zoom trainings and an online conference. Today, we're excited to reintroduce in-person conferences while maintaining valuable online training with national experts.

Building Networks, Amplifying Impact

NYS ATSA isn't just an organization; we're a force for positive change. Our commitment remains unwavering – to transform lives, empower survivors, and build safer communities, together.

Prevention Moving Forward...

The proper assessment of the risk of recidivism is crucial for the prevention of sexual abuse. Below is the NYS ATSA position paper outlining our perspectives on the tools currently being utilized to assign Risk Levels to those convicted of sexual offenses. NYSATSA and Alliance Position Paper.

Working TOGETHER

Partnership with NYS Alliance

Our organizations are a state-wide partnership bridging the gap between research, treatment, evaluation, and policy. We are committed to reducing the level of sexual victimization by promoting a variety of initiatives. This includes advocating for the development of a fully integrated continuum of services for people who have sexually offended, as well as promoting legislation on issues and funding for programs that impact both survivors and those who have caused sexual harm. We also believe in promoting community safety through community-based treatment services. By taking a holistic approach, we believe that we can make a real difference in reducing the level of sexual victimization and promoting positive outcomes for all those affected.

NYS Alliance Website

Joint Conference

We partner annually to offer a comprehensive conference that covers topics in the field of sex offense-specific treatment, supervision, assessment, management, prevention, and victim advocacy.

Membership

Our annual memberships offers access to exclusive resources, networking opportunities, and professional development opportunities. If you join one organization, you are a member of bot (pending eligibility requirements).

Trainings

We offer a diverse range of training options that cater to professionals in the field. These trainings are designed to provide participants with the most up-to-date research and policy information in their area of work.

Membership

Membership offers a gateway to professional collaboration and impact. Our members are first part of the esteemed ATSA, the national association, and from there, they can join NYS ATSA for even more benefits. Join us today!

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