Murder, Domestic Violence Linked (Ashtabula Star Beacon)
July 30, 2018
“Unfortunately, when we look at most of the recent homicides in Ashtabula County they all have a common thread — domestic violence. “We don’t know yet who killed Rand Hilal al Dulaimi, but we know her estranged husband is a person of interest and we know she spent time at Homesafe, where those who knew her said she...continue
Upcoming Public Events Calendar
January 30, 2019
Ambassador Training Workshops Multiple Dates Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is pleased to offer Ambassador Training workshops that are free and open to the public. These educational workshops are open to anyone who wants to learn more about how to support survivors of rape and sexual abuse, and become more involved in creating societal change. Please...continue
Solon Hosts Human Trafficking Seminar and Town Forum (Cleveland.com)
July 5, 2018
“While online technology has led to exponential increases in human trafficking, it is by no means a new crime. “‘It is a very old crime — it’s just been given a new name,’ Sr. Anne Victory stated at a June 26 forum put on by the Collaborative to End Human Trafficking. ‘It used to go by a...continue
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center to Host OCVJC Victims’ Rights Training on August 8, 2018
June 28, 2018
Crime Victims’ Rights in Ohio Post Marsy’s Law Cleveland Rape Crisis Center will host the Ohio Crime Victim Justice Center’s Victims’ Rights Training on August 8, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Register at the OCVJC website today! Where: Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, Halle Building Conference Room, 1228 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115 (parking...continue
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Specialist to Speak in Geneva (Ashtabula Star Beacon)
June 26, 2018
“GENEVA — More than 50 people in the county used services provided by the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center last year. “In September, the center opened an Ashtabula office at 5021 State Road, after operating for the last three years out of Homesafe for just a few hours each week, Jennifer Schlosser, director of community engagement at the Cleveland...continue
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Credits #MeToo for Increase in Reports (Fox 8)
June 13, 2018
“CLEVELAND – Northeast Ohio native Erika Port had her own #MeToo moment years before household names like Matt Lauer and Charlie Rose and organizations like USA Gymnastics were brought down by allegations of inappropriate behavior and sexual abuse. “‘When I spoke out more people felt empowered to say you know this happened to me too...continue
Thank You for Supporting Survivors at Sing Out! 2018
May 31, 2018
Thanks to your generous support at Sing Out!, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center exceeded its fundraising goals! These funds enable survivors of rape and sexual abuse to receive critical, life-saving services they need to recover, heal and thrive. Cleveland Rape Crisis Center would like to thank the chorale members, sponsors, host committee, community partners, event chairs,...continue
Evading Justice: How Some Accused Rapists Avoid the Sex Offender Registry (News 5)
May 23, 2018
“A months-long investigation into outcomes of rape cases in Cuyahoga County revealed dozens of accused rapists evaded Ohio’s sex offender registry. “Our investigative team reviewed every case involving rape charges filed in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas from 2014 to 2016. We found close to one in five defendants charged with rape accepted...continue