| National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC)

In 22nd Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month Campaign, NSVRC Uplifts the Importance of Intersectionality in Sexual Violence Prevention

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Mar 30, 2023
Laura Palumbo

PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Supporters are invited to participate on social media and share a photo wearing teal on the April 4th Day of Action

SAAM 2023 Day of Giving

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Mar 29, 2023
Laura Palumbo

Support Survivors around the country for #SAAM2023

April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)! This year’s theme is “Drawing Connections: Prevention Demands Equity.” The campaign calls on all individuals, communities, organizations, and institutions to change ourselves and the systems surrounding us to build racial equity and respect.

How to Create a Trauma Informed Workplace

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Mar 23, 2023
NSVRC

The Mental Health Landscape

#SAAM2023 Glossary of Terms

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Mar 23, 2023
NSVRC

This list does not include all the terms and definitions related to systems that maintain unearned privileges and unjust oppressions. As we work towards a future without sexual violence, advocates, survivors, and communities must respond to a complex reality that center the needs of those most impacted by systemic oppression.

A Survivor’s Guide to Understanding Therapeutic Healing Pathways

Mar 14, 2023
JL Heinze

Given that our SAAM 2023 theme is all about drawing connections, it’s vital to reflect on one of the most important connections we can make-the one with ourselves. The path to healing is a complex journey. Therapeutic outlets are one of the most common ways survivors of trauma express, process, and find closure in their lives. Although therapy and counseling are becoming increasingly common, the sheer number of options available can be overwhelming-especially when one is at the start of their healing journey.

What are the connections between Transphobia, Racism and Sexual Violence?

Making Connections Transphobia, Racism, and Sexual Violence

Mar 08, 2023
NSVRC

What is Transphobia?

Transphobia “is the hatred of transgender people… typically accompanied by the belief that trans people don’t deserve respect or rights.” It can encompass fear or hatred towards transgender people, or the belief or idea that transgender people aren’t real or are somehow not valid in their own identity. Transphobia is deeply institutionalized and causes direct harm and loss of life for transgender people.

What is the connection between Language Access, Sexual Violence, and Racism?