May 24, 2016 | Announcements, Events
This two-day series aims to open a conversation amongst theatre makers about the physical, emotional and community impact of sexual trauma and survivorship. Featuring local experts in this intersection of theatre and trauma, we will investigate how performing artists...
May 17, 2016 | Announcements, Events
The Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act recently passed in Illinois, detailing a number of expectations of higher education institutions in Illinois regarding various aspects of the sexual violence response on campus. Among the many provisions is a...
Apr 8, 2016 | Announcements, News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE photos available Contact: Alexa L. Markoff, Director of Development Rape Victim Advocates (312) 443-9603 x21 Rape Victim Advocates Volunteer Receives Governor’s Volunteer Service Award Chicago, IL (April 8, 2016) Rape Victim Advocates (RVA)...
Apr 6, 2016 | Announcements, Events
PANEL DISCUSSION FEATURING: Rape Victim Advocates The Chicago Police Department Swedish Covenant Hospital Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office This informative event will foster dialogue and discussion about sexual violence in our community. Parking vouchers will be...
Mar 25, 2016 | Announcements, News
InfoNet is a web-based data collection and reporting system used by rape crisis centers across Illinois. Developed by the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority in collaboration with the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual Assault (ICASA) and other agencies,...
Mar 24, 2016 | Announcements, Events, News
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Mar 9, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Join Rape Victim Advocates at Uncommon Ground for Breaking the Silence, an open mic night featuring poets and artists who have survived sexual assault and are now speaking out!
Mar 9, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Join us to stand silently for one hour at Federal Plaza. Participants will wear t-shirts bearing the stories of sexual assault survivors in order to “break the silence” about sexual violence.
Mar 3, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Join RVA on March 22nd from 6:00 – 8:00 pm for a discussion on identity after death, divorce, or separation.
Mar 1, 2016 | Announcements, Events
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