Peer Support Group

Sep 2, 2020 | Trauma Therapy

Resilience is hosting a Peer Support Group for Survivors experiencing Chronic Pain, Chronic Illness, and other Invisible Disabilities. Please see below for details: Peer Support Group Click here to download the flyer. Founded in values of interdependence and...

40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training for Professionals 8/6

Apr 10, 2018 | Announcements

Participants will obtain foundational knowledge of sexual violence and rape culture and its’ impact on those whom experience this type of victimization. Trainees will gain basic crisis intervention skills, explore the neurobiology of trauma and learn how to respond...

Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act Training

Mar 28, 2018 | Announcements

As required under the Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act, this training is the annual training required for anyone on campus who could potentially receive a report of sexual violence. This training will cover an overview of sexual assault, domestic...

Overcoming Common Challenges in Sexual Assault Investigations 5/30

Mar 28, 2018 | Announcements

This training provides an overview of the neurobiology of trauma, consent, and overcoming the challenges of delayed reporting, inconsistent statements, and lack of force in a sexual assault investigations. Participants will learn to approach an investigation in a...

Survey Shows Urgent Need for OurMusicMyBody Efforts to Make Chicago Music Scene Safe for All

Mar 27, 2018 | Press

Between Friends and Rape Victim Advocates (RVA) are continuing an urgent collaborative campaign for the third summer to make music experiences in Chicago safer for thousands of attendees at Chicago concerts and festivals in response to alarming new information on...

40-Hour Confidential Advisor Training 7/10

Mar 18, 2018 | Announcements

We can help you ensure your confidential advisor(s) is appropriately trained. To assist area higher education institutions in ensuring compliance with the Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act, Rape Victim Advocates (RVA) will be offering a 40-hour...

40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training for Professionals 6/19

Mar 18, 2018 | Announcements

Participants will obtain foundational knowledge of sexual violence and rape culture and its’ impact on those whom experience this type of victimization. Trainees will gain basic crisis intervention skills, explore the neurobiology of trauma and learn how to respond...

#SAAMChi: OurMusicMyBody Benefit Show

Mar 13, 2018 | Events

Come listen to some incredible bands sing the good word of consent and enter to win a bunch of prizes and goodies! Featuring Baby Money and the Down Payments, Impulsive Hearts, Maggie Kubley, and DJ Claire Lyerla! When: Wednesday, April 4 at 8pm Where: GMan...

#SAAMChi: Feminist Hero Trivia Night

Mar 12, 2018 | Events

Come test your knowledge of the superheroes who fought for equality…without the help of superhuman strength, x-ray vision, or flight. Hosted by our amazing volunteer committee! When: Tuesday, April 10 from 7 – 9pm Where: FatPour Tap Works, 2005 W Division St...

#SAAMChi: Breaking the Silence 4/19

Mar 12, 2018 | Events

Breaking the Silence is an open mic night for local Chicago artists to share their stories of survival and resistance through poetry and spoken word. We encourage performers of all ages, languages, and backgrounds to stand up against sexual violence with RVA and The...