Crisis funding plummets during pandemic (Cleveland.com)
October 9, 2020
By: Sondra Miller, President and CEO of Cleveland Rape Crisis Center and Melissa Graves, Chief Executive Officer of Journey Center for Safety and Healing (formerly Domestic Violence & Child Advocacy Center) It just doesn’t add up. Across our region, survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking are reaching out for help more...continue
Now Open in Clark-Fulton.
September 14, 2020
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Opens New Office in Clark-Fulton Neighborhood Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, an organization dedicated to providing direct services to survivors of rape and sexual abuse, is pleased to announce the opening of its new Clark-Fulton Office inside the Astrup Building, located at 2937 West 25th Street, 2nd Floor, Cleveland, OH 44113. This...continue
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Plans to Open a Human Trafficking Drop-In Center
August 31, 2020
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center today announced plans to open up a drop-in center in Glenville, a neighborhood located on the east side of Cleveland. The drop-in center, slated to open in early 2021, is designed to fill a gap in services for survivors of human trafficking. Human trafficking is the second-largest criminal industry in...continue
Trafficking survivors at high risk during the pandemic (Cleveland 19 News)
August 13, 2020
This story originally appeared on WOIO Cleveland 19 News. CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Calls to a 24-hour hotline for human trafficking survivors at the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center are down 50-percent for the first half of 2020 after years of climbing. Advocates believe it’s all tied to the pandemic. 19 Investigates found they fear...continue
Ambassador Training Workshops Featured on Cleveland 19 News
July 27, 2020
During the past few weeks, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center’s Virtual Ambassador Training Workshops have seen a huge spike in interest and enrollment. Thank you all who have participated in workshops this summer, and to Cleveland 19 News for covering this story. Watch Now Want to get involved? Reserve your spot now! August Ambassador Training...continue
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is listening.
June 3, 2020
We are holding space for the voices that need to be heard. Survivors of rape, sexual abuse and sex trafficking share their pain and suffering with us every day. Many are now expressing their heartbreak, grief, rage and fear over the murder of George Floyd and countless other Black Americans. Survivors are telling us...continue
Services for Survivors of Rape and Sexual Abuse During COVID-19
June 3, 2022
If you or a loved one have experienced rape or sexual abuse, no matter how long ago, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is here for you during COVID-19. Español abajo. Options for Accessing Services Cleveland Rape Crisis Center’s counseling, victim assistance, and case management services are available remotely via telehealth and teleservices, as well as in...continue
Resources for Families During COVID-19
April 24, 2020
During this current public health crisis, families are facing uncertainty and new, unprecedented challenges. Cleveland Rape Crisis Center has compiled a list of resources that may help you navigate these challenges. Cleveland Rape Crisis Center’s offices are currently closed, but employees are working to support survivors of rape and sexual abuse via telehealth services. To...continue