April 19 to 25 is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
April 17, 2026
2026 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week: Listen. Act. Advocate The week of April 19 to 25, 2026 marks the 45th anniversary of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), first proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in 1981. NCVRW is a time-honored tradition that recognizes the plight of victims and survivors, and elevates their voices so that...continue
Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2026 Events
March 20, 2026
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). The following is a list of events taking place in Northeast Ohio during SAAM. Join Cleveland Rape Crisis Center and our community partners as we raise awareness and support for survivors of rape and sexual abuse. Month-Long Events The Bascule Lift Bridge (Ashtabula) will light Teal in...continue
Free Stewards of Children® Prevention Training Program
March 18, 2026
Learn to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Join Cleveland Rape Crisis Center on April 28 for Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® program. This evidence-informed prevention training includes the 5 Steps to Protecting Children™ and how to apply them to better protect children from child sexual abuse. For teachers, parents, professionals, &...continue
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Hosts “State of CRCC”
March 6, 2026
As National Conversations Around Sexual Violence Resurface, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center Hosts “State of CRCC” to Focus on Local Impact and Long-Term Systems of Care As national conversations around sexual abuse and exploitation again draw public attention, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center (CRCC) is bringing the focus to where healing and accountability happen every day: at...continue
100 Years of Black History Month
February 10, 2026
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, a milestone rooted in truth, remembrance, and resilience. What began in 1926 as a way to honor Black life and leadership has grown into a global recognition of both the immeasurable contributions of Black communities and the enduring impact of systemic injustice. At Cleveland Rape...continue
6 Ways Your Business Can Support SAAM
February 9, 2026
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. 6 Ways to Raise Awareness...continue
Reduced Holiday Hours in 2025
December 12, 2025
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center’s offices will have the following reduced hours during the weeks of December 22 and 29, 2025. If you need support during these closures or at any time, please reach out to our Crisis & Support Hotline. Text or call (216) 619-6192 or (440) 423-2020 or chat online any time, day or night....continue
Statement on 9/11 Anniversary
September 11, 2025
Today, we join our nation in remembering the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We honor the lives lost, the courage of the first responders, and the resilience of families and communities who continue to carry the weight of that day. This anniversary is always a tender moment in our collective history—a reminder of both...continue