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 –...
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 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...
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...
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...
Jul 27, 2020 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience is hosting a virtual 40-hour sexual assault crisis intervention training. Please see below for details: Virtual 40-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training Click here to download the flyer Click here to register Participants will obtain foundational...
Jul 27, 2020 | Announcements, Events
Resilience is hosting a program called Roses and Thorns for 7th and 8th grade youth. Please see more details below: Roses and Thorns Click here to download the flyer. Click here to register. Are you going into 7th and 8th grade? Come join us for conversation and fun!...
Jul 27, 2020 | Announcements, Events
Resilience is hosting a program called Healing in Words for high school age youth through December 2020. Please see more details below: Healing in Words Click here to register for any of the dates below. Click here to download the series flyer. Tuesday, August 25,...
May 18, 2020 | Announcements, Trainings
Resilience is hosting a virtual training called Safety Is Survivor-Defined: Exploring Safety Planning with Survivors of Domestic Violence during COVID-19. Please see below for more details: Safety Is Survivor-Defined: Exploring Safety Planning with Survivors of...
Mar 12, 2020 | Announcements, Events
We want to share a brief update regarding our Evening of Impact: Everyone Empowered happening on April 30. We continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19, the new strain of coronavirus, and to receive official updates and information from the Centers for Disease...
Feb 26, 2020 | Announcements, Events, Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Resilience, along with participating organizations, will be hosting virtual events and fundraising to raise awareness of sexual violence and support survivor-led movements to end rape culture. Please click the link above...
Feb 21, 2020 | Trainings
*Please note this training has been postponed until further notice. If you have questions, please contact Candice Tindell, Training & Outreach Coordinator, at ctindell@ourresilience.org.* Resilience is hosting a training titled Centering Survivors: Creative...
Feb 11, 2020 | Events
You’re invited to hear candidates for Cook County’s top prosecutor answer questions about their plans to address domestic violence, sex crimes, and human trafficking at the only candidate forum focusing on gender-based violence. Please see details below:...
Feb 5, 2020 | Announcements, Events
Curious about what other students in Chicago are doing about sexual violence on their campus? Join college students across the city on February 28, 2020 to discuss this topic! This is the second meeting of college students at Resilience this year. Please see below for...
Feb 3, 2020 | Events
While Resilience works to assure that response by officers, investigators, prosecutors are trauma-informed and survivor-centered, we are also deeply committed to ensuring our work includes survivors who are criminalized and prosecuted for the actions they took in...
Jan 17, 2020 | Events
Resilience will be participating in the Chicago Women’s March 2020. Please see details about our sign making event and marching plans below: Resilience Goes to Women’s March 2020 Saturday, January 18, 2020 Resilience Central Office (180 N Michigan Ave....
Jan 13, 2020 | Trainings
**IMPORTANT UPDATE AS OF MARCH 16, 2020: THIS TRAINING HAS BEEN POSTPONED.** As of March 16, this training has been postponed. We will keep our community and training registrants updated as information and guidance related to the spread of COVID-19 continues to...
Jan 8, 2020 | Events
The Resilience Associate Board is hosting a fundraising workout class at Crosstown Fitness on January 18, 2020. Please see details below: FUNdraising Workout Class at Crosstown Fitness! Saturday, January 18, 2020 12:30PM to 1:30PM Crosstown Fitness 3600 N Halsted St....
Jan 7, 2020 | Announcements, Events
The state of Illinois is currently imprisoning survivors of sexual violence, for actions they took for their own protection. We invite you to join us as we support Cabrini Green Legal Aid and Love & Protect in campaigning for the clemency of two imprisoned...
Nov 22, 2019 | Announcements, Events
Join the Resilience Associate Board this holiday season to enjoy an evening of art and support a good cause! Please see below for details: Holiday Paint and Sip Fundraiser The Resilience Associate Board is hosting a winter-themed sip and paint event at Pinot’s Palette...
Aug 23, 2019 | Announcements, Events
Please join us as we celebrate the new home of our office location in Austin! Austin Open House Monday, September 16, 2019 4:00PM to 7:00PM 4909 W Division St. Suite 407 Chicago, IL 60651
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, October 6, 2019 White Deer Run Golf Club 250 W...
Jul 3, 2019 | Announcements, Trainings
**IMPORTANT UPDATE AS OF MARCH 16, 2020: SPRING 2020 TRAINING HAS BEEN POSTPONED.** As of March 16, spring volunteer training has been postponed. We will keep our community and training registrants updated as information and guidance related to the spread of COVID-19...
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...
