Urgent Call to Action: Contact Senator Cirino and Senator Dolan
June 3, 2021
Dear Friend: This is urgent. Will you use your voice in support of survivors today? Over the past few years, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center has experienced significant funding cuts. Tomorrow morning, the Senate Finance Committee will meet to determine their recommendations for the state budget for the next two years. We’re calling on residents of...continue
Updated Health and Safety Guidelines
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, advocacy, and case management services are available remotely via telehealth and teleservices, as well as in person....continue
A response from Sondra Miller to the question, “Is intoxication a detail we should report in rape cases?”
April 14 2021
Earlier this week, Chris Quinn, editor of Cleveland.com, wrote an op-ed titled, “Is intoxication a detail we should report in rape cases?” The answer is no. And Cleveland Rape Crisis Center stands behind the sentiments of the rape survivor who raised this question. She has already articulated that the decision to report that two women...continue
Sexual Assault Awareness Month Calendar of Events
March 23, 2021
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month The following is a list of events taking place in Northeast Ohio during Sexual Assault Awareness Month which Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is either hosting, partnering to present, or participating in, to raise awareness about rape and sexual abuse in our community. Sexual Assault Awareness Month Calendar April 6, 2021...continue
Focus Group Participants Needed
February 17, 2021
Are you a parent, caregiver, teacher, or professional who works with youth? Do you want to help shape a new sexual violence prevention resource? Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is developing a mobile application to provide sexual violence prevention content to teens and adults. We will be hosting virtual focus groups to gather input about the...continue
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
February 12, 2021
Know the Signs of a Healthy Teen Dating Relationship February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Relationships portrayed in the media can give teens a confusing picture of what a supportive, loving relationship looks like. As a parent, teacher, or caring adult, you can support them as they navigate their first dating experiences. Read the...continue
Kathie Brandt Appointed as Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Board Chair
February 11, 2021
Cleveland, OH – February 11, 2021 – Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is proud to announce its 2021 Board of Directors, led by Kathie Brandt, Partner at Thompson Hine LLP. The Board of Directors provides ongoing support, wisdom and governance to ensure that Cleveland Rape Crisis Center continues to be a vital community asset. “We are so...continue
Teresa Stafford Named Chief Program Officer
January 26, 2021
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Promotes Teresa Stafford to Chief Program Officer Cleveland Rape Crisis Center today announced that Teresa Stafford has been promoted to Chief Program Officer. In her role, Stafford will oversee all Cleveland Rape Crisis Center programs, including clinical, advocacy and 24-hour services; case management; and prevention, education and community outreach. “During her...continue