December 2, 2021 Melinda Sampson
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December 2, 2021 Baonam Giang
Xenophobia and anti-Asian sentiment are not new; however, they have been on the rise since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to understand the connection between the Asian & Pacific Islander community and sexual violence in relation to COVID-19, we sat down with Baonam ‘Nam’ Giang of the National Organization of Asians and […]
December 2, 2021 Amanda Barnes
2021 saw an explosion of #MeToo conversations in the brewing and hospitality industry. The Instagram testimonials of one user, Ratmagnet, fueled many survivors to come forward and tell their stories. As such, new media coverage, collectives, movements, and support groups began to form, such as The Women’s Craft Beer Collective, the Pink Boots Society, #NotMe […]
December 2, 2021 Dr. Erin Pritchard
Lockdown, as a result of the global pandemic, has not changed much for me, except to make me reflect on my own behaviours. Non-disabled people protesting about lockdown restrictions, do not know how privileged they are. After lockdown they can go back to normal, but this is my normal. For a long time I have […]
December 2, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan
The past two years have been a period of rapid change. Since the onset of the COVID-19 crisis, NSVRC has been paying keen attention to the ways in which the pandemic has impacted not only survivors, but also service providers, advocates, activists, and communities at large. In remaining loyal to the importance of showcasing community […]
November 19, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan
This list aims to provide a comprehensive array of contacts, support resources, and recommended materials which members of the transgender community and their allies may find helpful. Crisis Lifelines The Trevor Project‘s 24/7/365 Lifeline at 866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386); TrevorChat, their online instant messaging option; or TrevorText, a text-based support option. If you are looking for peer support, […]
November 17, 2021 NSVRC
Creating a pathway for respectful online spaces with consent From apps to online dating websites, there are many ways people are connecting online. Although you aren’t talking face-to-face with someone, consent still needs to be communicated along the way. You should always consider how your actions might make another person feel and ask questions if […]
November 11, 2021 Melissa Powers
This post highlights books and films regarding Native Americans and their struggle for justice.
October 26, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan
Like many holidays, Halloween can be a triggering time for survivors. This holiday also poses unique risks and barriers when it comes to preventing sexual violence. This isn’t just due to the fact that Halloween parties and gatherings may create environments with increased rates of sexual assaults and harassment, but it is also due to […]
October 6, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan
HEART fue fundada en 2009 en Chicago por Nadiah Mohajir y Ayesha Akhtar, después de que lanzaron un taller de un día para que madres e hijas musulmanas aprendieran sobre la pubertad, el sexo y las relaciones sanas. Más información sobre HEART. En esencia, brindar servicios con acceso al idioma y elaborar un marco […]
