Apr 28, 2022 | Trauma Therapy
This group is for female identifying folxs, trans women, and non-binary people who have experienced childhood sexual violence. This group will focus on helping survivors regulate emotions while maintaining relationships with self and others. Must be 18 years or...
Mar 31, 2022 | Articles, Newsletter
It is important now more than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our resilience. This month, we’re shining a spotlight on Jennifer Zale, Associate Board member and Fundraising Co-Chair. Read our interview with Jenny below. You’re a member of...
Mar 9, 2022 | Articles, Newsletter
It is important now more than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our resilience. This month, we’re shining a spotlight on Candice Tindell, the Resilience Training and Outreach Manager. Learn more about our Education and Training program, the...
Feb 15, 2022 | Newsletter
The February Resilience newsletter is live! Please click here to read all about what Resilience is doing this month.
Feb 8, 2022 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible by telling the stories of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. As our community grows, we need to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our resilience. This...
Jan 25, 2022 | Trauma Therapy
In this group, sexual violence survivors will connect with other queer survivors of sexual violence in weekly sessions to help participants support each other with difficult experiences, the healing process, and transitions. This group will be facilitated by Erica...
Jan 13, 2022 | Trauma Therapy
This is a closed 8-week virtual support group that will be a space for survivors of sexual violence of all genders and ages 18+ to process their emotions, thoughts, and experiences of trauma journal prompts, self-reflection, and various guided meditative practices....
Jan 6, 2022 | Trauma Therapy
This group is for male-identified survivors of sexual violence. The group aims to foster healing through shared experience. Members will be able to connect with other folks who have been impacted by sexual violence. Facilitated by Matt Axelrod and Renee...
Jan 6, 2022 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. It is more important now than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our...
Jan 5, 2022 | Events
Pinot’s Palette is offering five virtual painting classes where 50% of proceeds will be donated to Resilience from now until January 31! These step-by-step group art lessons will provide you with everything you need to create a masterpiece. Classes are...
Jan 5, 2022 | Trauma Therapy
In this support group, participants will develop storytelling skills as an act of self expression and ownership of experiences through songwriting and creating visual artwork. Facilitated by Music Therapist April Hickey, MT-BC and Art Therapist Annalise Castro, MAATC....
Dec 22, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
Resilience’s Empowering Art Therapy group is beginning January 2022. This is a closed 8-week virtual group for survivors to explore empowerment and personal strengths through art therapy and guided discussion. Participants will draw from their own experiences and art...
Dec 16, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This time of year can be difficult for survivors as they navigate difficult spaces. This could bring up feelings of isolation, stress, and/or anxiety that could be difficult manage. Join the Resilience Therapy Team as they hold space for survivors to receive support,...
Dec 8, 2021 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. It is more important now than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our...
Nov 15, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This is a closed 8-week virtual support group that will be a space for survivors of sexual violence of all genders and who are 18+ to process emotions, thoughts, and experiences through journal prompts, self-reflection, and various guided meditative practices. Journal...
Nov 15, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This virtual support group is for female identifying people to express their experiences with body image and self-esteem while learning how to practice self-compassion. Participants must be 18 years or older. SCHEDULE Mondays, October 18 – December 6 5:30 pm...
Oct 5, 2021 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. It is more important now than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our...
Sep 14, 2021 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. It is more important now than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our...
Aug 19, 2021 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. It is more important now more than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our...
Aug 13, 2021 | Press
Resilience’s Maggie Arthur was featured on Fox32 speaking on Cuomo’s resignation and how it shines a spotlight on survivors of sexual abuse. You can watch the segment here.
Jul 13, 2021 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. It is more important now than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our...
Jul 13, 2021 | Trainings
Are you a professional that works with survivors of trauma? Looking for training on trauma-informed care? Join us for Understanding Trauma Response: Foundational Knowledge for Service Providers! This introductory training is designed for a range of professionals who...
Jul 9, 2021 | Announcements
University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee is currently looking for volunteers to participate in a research study focused on women’s experiences discussing sexual assault with nurses. If interested, please contact Ashley Ruiz at 414-630-7298 or...
Jul 9, 2021 | Press
The Chicago Tribune recently posted an article entitled, “Date rapes are hard to investigate and prosecute. A new Illinois bill would more clearly define consent in these cases.” This article featured Resilience directors Sarah Layden and Mariá Balata,...
Jul 6, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This virtual support group is for queer survivors of sexual assault of all genders. Ages 18+. Participants will have the opportunity to share, grow, learn, and heal in relationship with one another. SCHEDULE Mondays, July 26 – October 4 (excluding Labor Day)...
Jun 16, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This is a closed 8-week virtual support group that will be a space for survivors of sexual violence who self-identify as women of color to learn healthy coping skills to be able to navigate through the effects of trauma, and how intersectionality and culture may make...
Jun 11, 2021 | Articles, Newsletter
This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff, volunteers, and supporters. It is more important now than ever to embrace and celebrate what connects us: our...
May 26, 2021 | Press
Resilience was recently featured in the Wiki.ezcid.com article “6 Amazing Groups Providing Support to Domestic Violence Survivors.” Please click here to view the article and learn more.
May 10, 2021 | Events
Resilience has partnered with Legal Aid Chicago, Chicago’s largest provider of free, comprehensive civil legal aid, in an effort to assure survivors have access to civil attorneys who can provide support on legal matters that have arisen from sexual assault. A Virtual...
Apr 28, 2021 | Trainings
Resilience is conducting a training in which participants will obtain foundational knowledge on sexual violence and rape culture. This training will examine in-depth sexual violence’s impact on individuals, communities, and broader society. Click here to...
Apr 7, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This virtual support group is for women survivors ages 18+. We welcome all cis, non-binary, and women survivors to join us in this group space to process your experiences with sexual violence on romantic relationships and intimacy. Survivors will have the...
Mar 31, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
Take care of yourself and connect with others during Sexual Assault Awareness Month by dropping-in to an Open Art Studio Care Space. This 3-week virtual series is open to adult survivors of sexual violence and allies 18+, all genders welcome. Bring your creative...
Mar 16, 2021 | Announcements
Resilience is proud to announce a new partnership with Howard Brown Health to expand access to forensic exams, colloquially known as rape kits, at their North and South Side clinics. This new partnership is a result of months of legislative effort in collaboration...
Mar 11, 2021 | Articles, Newsletter
Kate Lawler is the Director of the Pathways Program at Swedish Hospital now part of NorthShore. The Pathways Program was developed to strengthen the hospital’s ability to identify and assist patients who are survivors of interpersonal violence. Pathways has served...
Mar 11, 2021 | Events
Join us for a special and thought-provoking conversation with survivor, activist, advocate, lobbyist, nurse, and mother Brenda Tracy during our second Celebrating Resilience Speaker Series event. Brenda travels the country speaking to university students, athletes and...
Feb 17, 2021 | Trainings
This training will examine sexual assault’s impact on students and equips Confidential Advisors with legal and medical options for students in a trauma-informed context. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE June 7, 8, 10, 14, 15 & 17 9:00 am –...
Feb 12, 2021 | Announcements
Kyra Jones is a former Resilience volunteer, filmmaker, artist, advocate and educator. She is currently the Assistant Director of Sexual Violence Response Services and Advocacy at Northwestern University. Resilience spoke with Kyra about her career in sexual violence...
Feb 5, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
Connect with other survivors of sexual violence while using visual journaling as a reflective process to explore concepts, ideas, and thoughts in order to deepen personal meaning. Open to adult survivors, all genders welcome. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE...
Jan 28, 2021 | Trainings, Trauma Therapy
While sexual trauma can significantly impact one’s relationship to the body, therapeutic movement practices can offer pathways towards restoration and healing. Join Resilience trainers for an experiential exploration of trauma-informed approaches to yoga,...
Jan 28, 2021 | Trainings, Trauma Therapy
Since the city was ordered to shelter in place, rape crisis and domestic violence centers have seen an influx of calls for support. This workshop will guide participants through several scenarios to help them understand how the trauma response shows up in the virtual...
Jan 26, 2021 | Events
We’re so excited to introduce a new initiative with you – Dinner Table Dialogues, founded by Jean Cozier, a major Resilience donor and founder of Awakenings, a non-profit dedicated to making visible the artistic endeavors of survivors of sexual violence. Dinner...
Jan 15, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
Have you been feeling unsettled recently? Us too. Resilience invites you to an hourlong virtual gathering focused on self-care practice. We aim to create a trauma-informed, re-centering space for our community members, survivors of violence and their loved ones. Join...
Jan 13, 2021 | Trainings
This Zoom training will provide an in-depth look at identifying and understanding sexual and intimate partner violence, stalking, and domestic violence. Participants will explore the impact of trauma and trauma responses, as well as legal and medical options for...
Jan 11, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This virtual support group is for female survivors of sexual violence and will be facilitated by Renee Miranda-Beristain LCPC and Erin MacIntyre. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE Mondays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm (CT) February 8 – March 22 CONTACT...
Jan 5, 2021 | Trauma Therapy
This virtual support group is for queer survivors of sexual assault. All genders are welcome. 18+. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE Mondays from 5:30 – 7:00 pm (CT) February 22 – April 26 CONTACT Space is limited. Please contact Rachel Mintz...
Dec 23, 2020 | Trauma Therapy
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners continue to care for survivors of sexual assault while also battling the COVID-19 public health crisis on the front lines. Beginning January 11, 2021, the Resilience trauma therapy team will be facilitating a space for SANE nurses to...
Dec 17, 2020 | Trainings
Join us for a virtual training for Understanding the Neurobiology of Trauma: Implications for Service Providers, presented by Dr. LaShanda Nalls and Mariá Balata. This training is designed for a range of professionals who work with survivors of trauma. The content of...
Dec 15, 2020 | Trauma Therapy
This 6-week workshop series will introduce trauma-informed and resilience-focused creative movement practices to awaken the senses, build embodied power, and flow with expression. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE Wednesdays from 9:00 – 10:00 AM (CT)...
Dec 7, 2020 | Trauma Therapy
This virtual psychoeducational group is for female identified survivors of sexual violence, ages 18+, and will focus on teaching skills to become more comfortable with sexual intimacy after assault and how to communicate intimacy needs and boundaries. Click here to...
Dec 4, 2020 | Articles
Meet Sarah E. King, the vice president of Resilience’s Associate Board. Continue to read our interview with Sarah. This year, we’re continuing to celebrate the people who make #OurResilience possible and telling the stories of some of our incredible clients, staff,...
Nov 30, 2020 | Trainings
Resilience is conducting a training in which participants will obtain foundational knowledge on sexual violence and rape culture. This training will examine in-depth sexual violence’s impact on individuals, communities, and broader society. SCHEDULE March 1, 2,...
Nov 9, 2020 | Events
We are pleased to introduce our new Celebrating Resilience Speaker Series where inspiring and influential community figures share their insights on important topics. In our inaugural event, we invite you to join Resilience Board member Dr. Crystal Clark for a...
Nov 9, 2020 | Trainings
Resilience is conducting a training for Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education. This training will provide an in-depth look at identifying and understanding sexual and intimate partner violence, stalking, and domestic violence. Participants will explore the...
Nov 3, 2020 | Events
Join the OMMB team for a series of November events for #SaveOurStages! Click here for more information and to register.
Oct 30, 2020 | Events
Join us November 19th to discuss what support can and should look like in your relationships and community. This course will cover the beginning foundations of defining healthy relationships, practices of support and healing justice. This event will be virtual with a...
Oct 28, 2020 | Announcements
Meet Victoria Herrera, one of Resilience’s Art Therapists in the Trauma Therapy Department. Continue to read our interview with Victoria. When did you start working at Resilience? When did you first start working with survivors? I started working at Resilience a...
Oct 20, 2020 | Trauma Therapy
This virtual group is for college student survivors of all genders and will focus on healing from sexual violence in relationship with one another. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE Tuesdays from 2:30 – 4:00 PM (CT) November 10 – January 26...
Oct 8, 2020 | Announcements
Resilience joins the Network, Advocating Against Domestic Violence, in calling on the City of Chicago to redistribute $35 million from the CPD budget for gender based violence services. Join in making the call to action by signing here. For more information on the...
Oct 8, 2020 | Articles, News
Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation (CAASE) has released a new report, Too Little, Too Late?, analyzing publicly available crime data from 2010 – 2019 and the Chicago Police Department’s response. They found that survivors who reported to the...
Oct 8, 2020 | Press
According to a new report release by our friends at the Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation, “Chicago police earn ‘beyond a failing grade’ in clearing sexual assault cases.” Click here to read the Chicago Tribune article detailing the report, which includes...
Oct 7, 2020 | Trauma Therapy
This is a virtual support group to encourage healing through shared experiences for those who identify as women. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE Mondays from 5:30 – 7:00 PM (CT) October 19 – December 7 CONTACT Space is limited. For more...
Sep 17, 2020 | Trauma Therapy
This is an 8 week virtual support group for survivors of sexual violence to develop the practice of journaling as a coping strategy. All genders welcome. Click here to download the flier. SCHEDULE Wednesdays from 6:00–7:30 PM (CT) Dates TBD CONTACT For more...
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...
