Dear Friends,
With your help, the Center is serving more survivors of rape and sexual abuse in more places than ever before. This inspiring progress means we need your support in 2017 more than ever before.
We are constantly inspired by the survivors we work with who have gathered the courage to come forward, and we know that there are countless more who have not been reached with help. They might fear that they won’t find justice, that they will be blamed for what happened, or that no one will even believe them.
At Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, our New Year’s resolution is to reach more survivors every day, so that every child and family that needs our services can recover and lead a happy and healthy life.
In the coming year, we pledge to:
We need your help to do this. I ask you to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with us in the coming year in the fight against sexual violence.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many in our community.
Sincerely,
Sondra Miller
President & CEO
Why I give to Cleveland Rape Crisis Center
I give to provide a voice to those who cannot or choose not to speak out – babies, toddlers, prisoners, or people who are fearful, intimidated or threatened.
I give to help provide life-changing services to survivors of rape and sexual abuse–survivors of any and all ages, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion or socioeconomic standing.
I give because I am the mother of two precious daughters.
–Laurie Muller-Girard, Board Member, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center
Change starts with you. Donate now.
Why I volunteer with Cleveland Rape Crisis Center
When people learn I am involved with Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, I am shocked at how often they tell me about someone in their life who has been affected by sexual assault. I am frequently encouraged when I hear that the Center or a similar organization gave them hope, gave them the courage to speak out.
I am part of the Board to help ensure that people have a voice.
– Liz Ahmed, Board Member, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center
Change starts with you. Donate now.
Jackie is a survivor. She found Cleveland Rape Crisis Center and shares her story to encourage others to find help.
You can help create change and provide critical services for survivors like Jackie to help them recover, heal and thrive.
Want to make a difference in the lives of others? Support survivors of rape and sexual abuse by becoming a Cleveland Rape Crisis Center volunteer. Volunteers support and educate survivors of rape and sexual abuse, their loved ones and community members through the Center’s text, chat and phone hotline services.
Upcoming Volunteer Training:
Volunteers will be trained to respond to survivors on the Center’s 24-Hour Crisis and Support Hotline services via text, chat and phone.
Fill out your application today.
Questions? Contact Holly Duns, Volunteer Coordinator, at hollyd@clevelandrcc.org or (216) 658-1970.
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is pleased to participate in the following events to raise awareness about rape and sexual abuse in our community.
Saturday, April 2, 11:15 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sondra Miller, president and CEO of Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, will speak on the Film Forum panel
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Monday, April 4, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tri-C Metro Campus, MSS First Floor
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Tuesday, April 5, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center staff will hold activities raising awareness about sexual assault on the campuses of Baldwin Wallace University, Cleveland State University and Cuyahoga Community College’s Metro Campus.
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Saturday, April 9, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Tri-C Metro Campus
Free, health-centered workshops for young men 10-17 years old and their parents
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Monday, April 11, 1 to 3 p.m.
Tri-C West
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Wednesday, April 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cleveland Public Auditorium
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Wednesday, April 13, 1 to 3 p.m.
Tri-C Metro Campus
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Thursday, April 14 and Friday, April 15
Lakeland Community College
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Thursday, April 14, 5 to 7 p.m.
City Club of Cleveland
In 1984, Joanna Connors was thirty years old and a reporter for The Plain Dealer when she was raped at knifepoint by a stranger. Twenty years later, she went in search of the story of her own rapist, determined to find out who he was, where he came from, what his life was like – and what leads a person to do something as destructive as what he did to her. The journey is chronicled in her new book, I Will Find You. Join us for an intimate conversation with Ms. Connors and Sondra Miller, President & CEO of Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, at the Cleveland launch of the book. Sales of I Will Find You will benefit the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center.
Saturday, April 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, 3031 Monticello Blvd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
Girls Kick Butt II! The Next Generation is a fun-filled day for girls 10-18 and their parent or supportive adult focused on inspiration, support and empowerment. Self-esteem building activities like interactive conversations, drumming, yoga, mask-making and self-defense are teen-centered and fun! Girls Kick Butt! provides a forum for girls to express their views, ask questions and learn skills, attitudes and behaviors that promote safety and empowerment. Free.
Tuesday, April 19, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tri-C East
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Tuesday, April 19, 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Notre Dame College, Administration Building
Sexual Assault Awareness Month Day of Action Campus Kick-Off
Wednesday, April 20, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tri-C Corporate College West
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Wednesday, April 20, noon to 2:30 p.m.
Tri-C Metro Campus
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Friday, April 22, Time TBA
Baldwin Wallace University, Strosacker Student Union
Thursday, April 28, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Cleveland State University, Courtyard between Student Center and Main Classroom
Friday, April 29, 9 a.m. to noon
Open to the Public, Conducted by Teresa Stafford and Kirsti Mouncey
Highland Springs Health
Boys Taking Action – The Next Generation
Saturday, August 6, 2016 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Boys Taking Action is a one-day celebration packed with fun activities for young men ages 8-18 and their parent or supportive adult. The day’s events will focus on building leaders through male-to-male inspirational conversations, guided exercises that promote discipline and safety. Interactive exercises will include drumming, social media, self-defense, martial arts, mask and shield making and more. This event provides a forum for young men to discuss their evolving roles as males promoting healthy attitudes and behaviors in their families and communities. Participants are encouraged to wear relaxed clothes to allow for interactive exercises.
The program is designed to help them learn and share new skills that help affirm attitudes and responsible behaviors promoting healthy relationships, boundaries and leadership.
Parents and supportive adults are encouraged to attend separate group sessions discussing the impact of social media on males while exploring ways to respond to the challenges of this generation.
Forest Hill Presbyterian Church
3031 Monticello Blvd.
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
The conference is free and includes breakfast and lunch.
Register online today at clevelandrapecrisis.org/action! Registration is limited. Questions? Call (216) 619-6194.
Presented in partnership with The Extended Family, Urban Barber Association, East Cleveland Bridges of Hope, Neighborhood Leadership Institute, Different Like You, North Coast Aikikai, Yoga Roots, Windhorse Yoga and Bodyworks, NEON, UMADAOP, Fire Squad, Right Now Airbrush and Graphic, The Butterfly Project, Cleveland Recreation Center.
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is proud to share that Prevention Specialist Stephon J. Davis has received the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence’s 2016 Progressive Prevention Award.
The award celebrates dedicated individuals in the State of Ohio who are committed to violence prevention. OAESV recognizes individuals that demonstrate outstanding efforts to end sexual violence.
Congratulations, Stephon, and thank you for the outstanding work you do in our community!
