Awards and Grants

In recognition of those who have made significant contributions to the field of sexual abuse, the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers is pleased to acknowledge individuals whose work and mission has impacted those affected by sexual abuse.

The Significant Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have contributed to the state of knowledge the field of sexual abuse; the reduction or prevention of sexual abuse; or the development of initiatives or programs to assist abusers or victim/survivors.

The Distinguished Practitioner Award recognizes an individual who, in their role as full-time clinician, has demonstrated excellent and innovative clinical skills that have engaged clients in the process of change and advanced the state of sex offender treatment.

The Public Education Award recognizes work by a journalist from the press, television, or film that has advanced the public understanding of relevant issues regarding sexual abuse and offending, as well as the role of effective treatment in risk management.

The Distinguished Contributions to Community Service Award recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions in serving the community through dedicating their time, energy, knowledge and skills to support/facilitate community safety and abuse prevention.

The Fay Honey Knopp Award is presented to a person studying, working or volunteering in the field of sexual abuser treatment or sexual abuse research whose work exemplifies the qualities and vision of human goodness that Honey brought to the field and whose work/spirit is an inspiration to others.

The ATSA Awards are not necessarily awarded annually. Each year the recipients will be chosen based on the number of and quality of submissions.

A complete description of the awards, the criteria and the nomination procedure can be accessed by clicking on the appropriate link listed below.

Significant Contributions Awards
Award for Distinguished Contributions to Community Service

Award for Distinguished Practitioner

Fay Honey Knopp Award of Spirit and Humanity

Public Education Award

Significant Achievement Award

Research Awards and Grants
Graduate Student Award

Pre-doctoral Research Grant