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Crain’s Chicago: This nonprofit changed its name, and its fortunes
Reselience's rebranding has been featured in a Craine's Chicago Business article. Lisa Bertagnoli spoke with Executive Director Erin Walton and rebranding partner Substance's Matthew Brett. A local rape crisis group rebranded, taking on a new identity to avoid loaded...
TUESDAY, August 28: Bystander Intervention Workshop, sponsored by Men in the Movement
Men in the Movement series (MITM) will sponsor a Bystander Intervention workshop, led by the People’s Response Team (PRT). Tuesday, August 28, 6pm-8pm Location: 180 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 610 Free. Registration not required. Folks of all genders are welcome to...
Support Group for Sexual Assault Survivors who are in College
We're hosting a psychoeducational group for college and university students who have survived sexual abuse or assault. Each Wednesday for two hours, members will gather with a small group of survivors impacted by sexual assault. Resilience seeks to create a safe space...
Kathryn Meyer and Lauren Pesa Join Board of Directors
Resilience’s Board of Directors welcomed two new board members in July 2018, Kathryn Meyer and Lauren Pesa.
Press Release: Prominent Chicago Organization Rape Victim Advocates Rebrands as Resilience
The rebrand will capture the organization's breadth of services from empowering survivors to ending sexual violence CHICAGO, Aug. 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago-based nonprofit Rape Victim Advocates announced today its rebrand and name change to Resilience. The...
Making Matters
Making Matters is a space for self-guided art making among individuals affected by sexual violence. When: May 15 and June 19, from 5 – 8:00 pm Where: Awakenings, 4001 N. Ravenswood Ave. Suite C-204 Open to survivors, their loved ones, trauma workers/volunteers,...
Reiki Clinics
Our Reiki Clinics are an open space where individuals can come for a free Reiki session from a trauma-informed Reiki practitioner. When: Wednesday, June 20 from 5 – 8:30 pm Where: Arts Incubator, 301 E Garfield Blvd Event page: www.facebook.com/events/325208321342049...
40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training for Professionals 8/6
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...
Understanding Rape Trauma: From Neurology to Social Stigma 6/8
This is a CE* training for mental health professionals. Full attendance at this course qualifies for 6 credits. Learn about the neurobiology of trauma, the social stigma of rape culture, and the compounding, cyclical relationship between neurobiology and cultural...
Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act Training
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
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
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
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
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...
Women of Color Survivor Support Group
This group is open to women of color (cis, trans, and gender non-conforming) who are survivors of sexual violence. This group encourages healing through shared experience, as well as exploration of both individual and systemic trauma at the intersections of race and...
#SAAMChi: OurMusicMyBody Benefit Show
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
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
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...