NSVRC Blogs

Taking Sexual Assault Seriously Online and Offline

April 23, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan

When we talk about creating online spaces that are safe from abuse and respectful for everyone, that must mean a space where rape jokes are not tolerated.

NSVRC & PCAR Joint Statement on the Murder Conviction of Derek Chauvin

April 21, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan

We once again affirm racial justice is critical to our work and all efforts to address and end sexual violence.

Why the Derek Chauvin Trial Matters

April 21, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan

Our work is about the dream of a society where everyone can be free from violence. Police-perpetrated murder of people of color destroys that dream.

National Sexual Violence Resource Center Recognizes Leaders in Sexual Violence Prevention With 2021 Visionary Voice Awards

April 15, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan

We’re honored to present this year’s Visionary Voice Awards to these change makers who are committed to supporting survivors and preventing sexual violence.

NSVRC Marks 20th Anniversary of Annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month to Shine a Light on Building Safe Online Spaces

March 31, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan

It’s the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and this year’s campaign theme focuses on building safe online spaces.

COVID-19 and Health Equity Podcast Series

March 24, 2021 Louie Marven

Check out this roundup of each episode in our COVID-19 and Health Equity podcast series.

One in Three: Understanding the Global Issue of Violence Against Women

March 16, 2021 Jennifer Benner

Nearly one in three women globally experience violence according to a new report from the World Health Organization.

A Celebration of Extraordinary Women

March 10, 2021 Melissa Powers

We highlight two children’s books and two adult non-fiction books to help recognize Women’s History Month.

Sexual Assault Survivors Have Unique Housing Needs

January 19, 2021 Jennifer Benner

It is important that service providers understand the connections between sexual violence and housing.

Respect Together’s Statement on the Capitol Insurrection 1/6

January 7, 2021 sudharsan.ganesan

Respect Together’s Statement on the Capitol Insurrection 1/6 Yesterday we saw events that demonstrate systemic racism, sexism, and the dangerous attitudes  and behaviors that undermine efforts to end sexual violence play out in real time. While  we respect the right to protest, which our Constitution guarantees, we condemn the use of  force and violence to […]