Aug 6, 2019 | Announcements, Events
Registration is open for the 11th Annual Foursomes 4 Philanthropy, a charity golf event with proceeds benefiting Resilience! Please see below for details and registration info: 11th Annual Foursomes 4 Philanthropy Sunday, September 23, 2019 White Deer Run Golf Club...
Jul 3, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience Volunteer Medical Advocates are here exclusively to serve the needs of survivors—the sole person on whom survivors can count to protect their rights and ensure consistent, specialized, and humane treatment in the face of such unimaginable trauma. View our...
Jun 3, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience is hosting a 40-hr training for professionals. To assist area higher education institutions in ensuring compliance with the Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act, Resilience will be offering a 40 hour training specifically designed for...
May 9, 2019 | Trainings
This training session is designed for a range of professionals who work with survivors of trauma. The content of this training includes; information on the definition, prevalence, and facts on the characteristics of sexual assault and interpersonal violence, functions...
Apr 9, 2019 | Events, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Friday, April 19 Standing Silent Witness T-Shirt Making Party 11:00AM–4:00PM | Resilience Central and Northside Offices 180 N Michigan Ave. Suite 600 Chicago, IL 60601 (Central) 1945 W Wilson Ave. Suite 6114 Chicago, IL 60640 (Northside) Join us for t-shirt, grounding...
Apr 8, 2019 | Announcements, Events, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sunday, March 31 Bitchin’ Pop Up 12:00PM–4:00PM | The Empty Bottle 1035 N Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 Help us kick off Sexual Assault Awareness Month at Bitchin’ Pop Up, a feminist craft show at The Empty Bottle featuring over 20 vendors and DJ Jill Hopkins from...
Apr 8, 2019 | Announcements, Events, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Thursday, April 4 Vicarious Trauma and Resilience: Caring for Yourself through Your Body 6:00PM–8:00PM | Resilience Central Conference Room 180 N Michigan Ave. Suite 600 Chicago, IL 60601 Join us to learn practical body-based strategies to cope with the impact of...
Apr 8, 2019 | Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sunday, April 14 HamBingo 7:00PM–9:00PM | Hamburger Mary’s 5400 N Clark St. Chicago, IL 60640 Join us for 10 rounds of bingo, drinks, and #SAAMChi FUN at HamBINGO Mary’s, Hamburger Mary’s weekly charity bingo event! Resilience volunteers will bring the prizes and...
Apr 8, 2019 | Announcements, Events, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Wednesday, April 17 Breaking the Silence 7:00PM–10:00PM | The Den Theatre 1331 N Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 Breaking the Silence is a night of poetry and spoken word performances that highlights the healing of survivors and their allies. The event will feature...
Apr 8, 2019 | Announcements, Events, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Friday, April 26 Standing Silent Witness 12:00PM–1:00PM | Dirksen Federal Building Plaza 219 S Dearborn St. Chicago, IL 60604 Standing Silent Witness, Resilience’s signature event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), is a visual demonstration of the silencing of...
Apr 8, 2019 | Announcements, Events, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH 2019 April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). To raise awareness about sexual violence and build support for survivor-led movements to end rape culture, Resilience, along with participating organizations, is hosting events...
Mar 1, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience is offering a training on child sexual abuse on April 18, 2019. This announcement contains information and details about the training, presenter, and registration, so please read thoroughly. BUY TICKETS NOW Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a serious problem in...
Feb 12, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
To assist area higher education institutions in ensuring compliance with the Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act, Resilience will be offering a 40 hour training specifically designed for Confidential Advisors. Resilience has an extensive history of...
Feb 12, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
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...
Feb 8, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience is hosting a training for Higher Education Institutions 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....
Feb 8, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience is hosting a training for Higher Education Institutions 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....
Jan 24, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
OurMusicMyBody is a campaign by Between Friends and Resilience (formerly Rape Victim Advocates) promoting safe and consent-informed music experiences for all and trying to end sexual violence in music spaces. This grassroots movement relies on volunteers to both...
Jan 16, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience is offering an upcoming 40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training for professionals beginning June 18, 2019. This post contains information about details and registration, so please read thoroughly. 40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention...
Nov 6, 2018 | Announcements, Trainings
You can help Resilience support survivors and end sexual violence. Find out more about our volunteer opportunities and which one is right for you. 2019 volunteer training dates and application deadlines are now available – click here. Upcoming Volunteer Training...
Oct 10, 2018 | Events
Oct 1, 2018 | Events
Resilience (formerly RVA) is once again holding our annual training to help those working for higher education institutions and those involved in the Title IX complaint resolution processes fulfill their training obligations under Illinois law. We are holding our...
Aug 9, 2018 | Events
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...
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...
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...
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...
Mar 6, 2018 | Events
Standing Silent Witness is RVA’s signature event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)! In a visual demonstration of the silencing of survivors, participants gather silently for one hour wearing t-shirts with stories and messages protesting sexual violence and...
Oct 24, 2017 | Events
To celebrate the work our domestic violence community partners do every day, and especially throughout Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), we’re hosting a self-care night for them! It’ll be an evening of drinking, snacking, and relaxing at self-care stations –...
Oct 21, 2017 | Events
Men in the Movement (MITM) is an open discussion series that focuses on men’s responsibility in the anti-rape movement. Our discussions are focused on a variety of elements related to masculinity and styled in a casual and engaging format. The discussions create...
Sep 11, 2017 | Events
In recognition of International Day of Peace, we’re partnering with Connected Chicago to hold a peace circle on Thursday, September 21st from 10:00-11:30am at our Austin Community Office. This space is for members of the Austin neighborhood to meet one another,...
Jul 18, 2017 | Events
Join RVA on Saturday, August 5th from 2:00-3:30pm at the Maze Branch Library for an open discussion. This workshop for teens and adults will center around the messages we hear in music. We’ll look at genres, lyrics, and videos...
Jul 18, 2017 | Events
La serie de 5 talleres consiste en enseñar sobre diferentes tipos de violencia sexual entre varias edades. Vamos a hablar de temas de como prevenir e intervenir contra la violencia sexual a través de como padres pueden enseñarles a sus adolescentes como reconocer y...
Jul 7, 2017 | Events
“Healing Embodied” is an awareness promotion campaign created by RVA in partnership with the Awakenings Foundation and Chicago artist, Victoria Herrera. Eight survivors of sexual assault/abuse collaborated with Victoria to express their stories of healing from sexual...
Jun 27, 2017 | Events
Back by popular demand! Join RVA as we discuss emotional labor, assertive communication, and how to utilize these skills within relationships affected by trauma. This workshop will explore what emotional labor is, how to balance emotional labor, and how to communicate...
Jun 20, 2017 | Events
In partnership with the P.O.W.E.R. Project, our Prevention Educators bring you an engaging workshop on safe and unsafe touches tailored for parents and their young children. Sexual abuse is a serious and difficult subject, we will help you learn about prevention...
Jun 9, 2017 | Events
Join Men in the Movement for three amazing events this summer! Men in the Movement (MITM) is an open discussion series that focuses on men’s responsibility in the anti-rape movement. Our discussions are focused on a variety of elements related to masculinity and...
May 25, 2017 | Events
Did you watch “13 Reasons Why” and can’t stop thinking about it? Join Rape Victim Advocates and the Chicago Children’s Advocacy Center to discuss the show with other teens and young people. Participants will process what it was like to watch the show, explore the...
May 22, 2017 | Events
Even when your voice shakes. A workshop presented by the Survivor Engagement Committee. We invite all survivors of sexual violence who want to learn about sharing your stories of survival to enact cultural change or further your own healing. Explore spoken, written...
May 15, 2017 | Events
Join this virtual summit centered around sexual assault awareness, prevention and healing. This 5-day summit will feature expert coaches, advocates and spiritual leaders from across the country to educate you on how to have healthy conversations around sexual...
May 9, 2017 | Events
Annie E. Clark and Andrea L. Pino, co-authors of the book, We Believe You, will be at Women & Children First bookstore on Wednesday, May 31st starting at 7:00pm. Prior to the book signing will be a training session facilitated by Chicago’s Courage Campaign...
May 5, 2017 | Events
Join RVA as we participate in #OnTheTable2017 to discuss what we can do to better support sexual assault survivors in our community. How do we respond to victims? What do survivors need from us? What does prevention and fighting rape culture look like? Spend an hour...
May 4, 2017 | Events
Join RVA as we discuss the trials and joys of being in a relationship with a person who does trauma-related work. Come meet other people who want to learn how to set boundaries, communicate with their partner about how trauma effects their relationship, and learn...
May 2, 2017 | Events
The Awakenings Foundation is proud to present their THIRD installment of Songs of Survival – an hour long program of multi-media performances by survivor artists at their gallery space in Ravenswood. Please join to witness, support and share the healing of survivors...
Apr 21, 2017 | Events
Taller de Educación de Prevención del Abuso Sexual de Niños Para Padres Que Hablan Español Workshop Name / Nombre del Taller: Talking With Your Children: Strategies for Preventing Child Sexual Abuse / Platicando Con Tus Hijos: Estrategias Para Prevenir el Abuso Sexual...
Apr 21, 2017 | Events
Taller de Educación de Prevención del Abuso Sexual de Niños Para Padres Que Hablan Español Workshop Name / Nombre del Taller: Talking With Your Children: Strategies for Preventing Child Sexual Abuse / Platicando Con Tus Hijos: Estrategias Para Prevenir el Abuso Sexual...
Apr 5, 2017 | Events
Estrategias Para Prevenir el Abuso Sexual de Menores. Organizador: Rape Victim Advocates (RVA) Defensores de Víctimas de Violación Facilitadores: Bianca Herrera y Jessica Salgado Evento: Taller de Educación de Prevención del Abuso Sexual de Niños Para Padres Que...
Mar 9, 2017 | Announcements, Events
An open mic night featuring poets and artists who are resisting rape culture and amplifying stories of survival! The night will be emceed by Mojdeh Stoakley. Mojdeh is an award winning artist & educator. She’s performed in front of thousands, she’s...
Mar 2, 2017 | Announcements, Events
Hosted by RVA’s amazing volunteer committee: A #SAAMChi trivia night fundraiser! Come see how knowledgeable you are about sex on TV. When and where? April 5th at 7:00pm FATPOUR 2005 W DIVISION ST CHICAGO IL 60622 How to get tickets? Snag your trivia tickets by...
Mar 2, 2017 | Announcements, Donate, Events
We’re excited to let you know that we’re a part of the NO MORE Challenge again this year! It’s a fundraising campaign launched by NO MORE and Verizon benefiting organizations focused on ending domestic violence and sexual assault. It starts March 2nd...
Mar 2, 2017 | Announcements, Events
In the first 100 days of the new administration, we’re taking action by writing postcards to our congresspeople telling them what matters to us. We invite survivors, advocates, and allies to come write postcards together in a positive atmosphere. For this event,...
Feb 6, 2017 | Announcements, Events
Do you want to support survivors of sexual assault, but aren’t sure how to do so? Join RVA for a crash course on allyship to survivors. Participants will learn about the effects of sexual violence on survivors, explore allyship as a practice, and create personal...
Jan 23, 2017 | Announcements, Events
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has outlined Narrow Definitions of Masculinity as one of the 5 key norms that make Sexual and Domestic Violence more likely. It is also a major risk factor for individual perpetration of sexual assault...
Nov 14, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Rape Victim Advocates is hosting “Policing Women’s Bodies in Performance,” a panel on the current regulations that prohibit women’s full nudity at establishments where alcohol is being served. Is this a manifestation of rape culture that blames women for...
Nov 7, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Are you a survivor of sexual violence who feels drained or misunderstood when interacting with loved ones? Are you an ally who wants to communicate in an effective and supportive manner with people who have experienced trauma? This workshop will explore these needs by...
Sep 29, 2016 | Events
Join us for an evening of conversation, connection, and empowerment as we come together to have a discussion about the real life experiences of these two girls and what we can do to ensure safe homes and communities for all people. This event is hosted by Between...
Sep 22, 2016 | Announcements, Events, News
A public conversation with key stakeholders about reporting campus sexual assault and the emergence of mobile apps and technology designed to increase reporting. Featuring opening remarks by Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan, and a guided demonstration of one...
Sep 22, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Join RVA’s Men in the Movement group for three special sessions in fall 2016!
Sep 14, 2016 | Announcements, Events, News
#OurMusicMyBody: Safety, Sexism, & Harassment in the Music Scene Saturday 9/17 3:00-4:30 PM; Beat Kitchen 2100 W. Belmont, Chicago Sexual harassment in the music scene has been widely ignored for much too long. As partners, Between Friends and RVA have come...
Jun 30, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Join RVA’s Men in the Movement group for three special sessions in summer 2016!
Jun 3, 2016 | Announcements, Events, News
Our annual fundraiser, Soirée in the City, will be on Thursday June 9, 2016 from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM at the beautiful Morgan Manufacturing venue in Chicago’s West Loop, 401 N. Morgan Street. 300 urban professionals will gather in support of Rape Victim Advocates....
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...
May 5, 2016 | Events, Press
The Chicago Tribune covers RVA’s Education & Training Program work with Chicago Agricultural Sciences HS students about college sexual assault as part of a Chicago Says No More initiative....
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 24, 2016 | Announcements, Events, News
Click here to visit RVA’s #SAAMChi events and information page.
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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Feb 25, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Twisted Scissors Beauty Salon presents “Resurrection of the Beehive” Dance Party & Big Hair Contest, Sunday 3/20/16 7:00 – 10:00 pm
Feb 5, 2016 | Announcements, Events
The award-winning play The Vagina Monologues is based on V-Day Founder/playwright Eve Ensler’s interviews with more than 200 women. With humor and grace the piece celebrates women’s sexuality and strength. Through this play and the liberation of this one...
Jan 25, 2016 | Announcements, Events
For any questions about the forum, please contact Megan Rose at the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women’s Network at (312) 527-0730 ext 233 Submit questions for candidate via email to ccsaoforum@gmail.com
Jan 5, 2016 | Announcements, Events
Rape Victim Advocates’ Men in the Movement is hosting “Parenting Off the Binary”, a discussion on how age and gender affects our interactions with children. Along with discussion, parents (or soon to be) will be able to share stories and advice with...
Nov 18, 2015 | Announcements, Events
Nov 18, 2015 | Announcements, Events
Nov 16, 2015 | Announcements, Events
Oct 7, 2015 | Announcements, Events
Oct 7, 2015 | Announcements, Events
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month RVA and The Butterfly Poetry Project are organizing a night dedicated to raising our voices about an oft silenced issue of intimate partner violence. We will have featured performers and an open mic component. Join us at...
