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Join Us at The City Club for a Powerful Dialogue on Sexual Violence Prevention

July 29, 2025

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center and Canopy Child Advocacy Center are honored to take the stage together at The City Club of Cleveland on Friday, August 15, 2025, for an important forum: A Collaborative Approach to Sexual Violence Prevention Friday, August 15, 2025 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The City Club of Cleveland 1317 Euclid Avenue,...continue

Ashtabula & Lake County SART Conferences Announced

July 29, 2025

The Ashtabula County and Lake County Sexual Assault Response Teams (SARTs) are proud to announce our 2025 SART Conferences. Join us September 12 at Kent State Ashtabula and September 19 at Lakeland Community College to hear expert presentations on topics relevant for law enforcement, medical professionals, social workers, educators, and more.    Theme: Confronting Systemic...continue

Statement in Response to the Sean “P. Diddy” Combs Verdict

July 2, 2025

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Issues Statement in Response to the Sean “P. Diddy” Combs Verdict At Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, our first commitment is to survivors of human trafficking and sexual violence. We believe survivors. We affirm that legal outcomes, while critical, do not invalidate survivors’ lived experiences. This case illustrates deep systemic challenges survivors...continue

Call for Presenters: Ashtabula & Lake SART Conferences

June 24, 2025

Submission Deadline Extended to July 28 On behalf of the Ashtabula County and Lake County Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART), we invite you to submit a proposal to present at one of the following: Ashtabula County SART Conference on Friday, September 12 at Kent State Ashtabula Lake County SART Conference on Friday, September 19 at...continue

Announcing Free Trauma-Informed Yoga Classes for Survivors

June 18, 2025

A space for survivors to experience the healing benefits of Yoga.  Cleveland Rape Crisis Center invites survivors of rape and sexual abuse to free community yoga classes led by Dana Perry Kirchoff, E-RYT.  This practice will allow students an opportunity to increase body awareness in support of greater physical, emotional and mental well being.  Location:...continue

Meet CRCC’s Newest Board Members

May 1, 2025

We are excited to introduce the newest members of the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Board of Directors. As we continue our vital work to support survivors of sexual violence and advocate for systemic change, we are thrilled to welcome these outstanding individuals who bring a wealth of expertise, passion, and commitment to our mission.  ...continue

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

March 21, 2025

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Cleveland Rape Crisis Center’s theme for SAAM 2025 is Awareness Ignites Action. Take Action 1. Wear Teal on April 1 and post a photo on social media. (Tag @clevelandrcc!) 2. Take our brief, confidential survey to help improve services for survivors in Northeast Ohio. 3. Attend an event:...continue

How Businesses Can Support SAAM

March 17, 2025

How Your Business Can Support Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) Take action today to help Cleveland Rape Crisis Center (CRCC) provide life-changing support to survivors in Cuyahoga, Ashtabula, Geauga, and Lake counties. Check out these ideas for how your business or group can get involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Raise Funds to Support Survivors...continue

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