Resilience Events
WOC Virtual Support Group
ZoomThis group encourages healing through shared experience, as well as exploration of both individual systemic trauma at the intersections of race and gender. Topics will be chosen by group members and may include racial identity, survivorship, and building community support. Please contact Renee Miranda-Beristain for more information and to complete an assessment. Group will begin […]
Group for Black Women Sexual Violence Survivors
ZoomThis is a psychoeducational support group for African American women, trans women, and nonbinary survivors of sexual violence. It will focus on developing coping skills, forming a new sense of sisterhood, and achieving self-empowerment. Illinois residents only, ages 18 and up. Thursdays, April 6 – June 8, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Virtual If you're […]
Monthly Processing Group
This free monthly support group is open to any survivor of sexual violence. Each month will focus on a different topic, and may also include current news, and be an open space for survivors to discuss whatever is stressful for them currently. Second Tuesday each month, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Virtual Please contact Erica […]
WOC Virtual Support Group
ZoomThis group encourages healing through shared experience, as well as exploration of both individual systemic trauma at the intersections of race and gender. Topics will be chosen by group members and may include racial identity, survivorship, and building community support. Please contact Renee Miranda-Beristain for more information and to complete an assessment. Group will begin […]
WOC Virtual Support Group
ZoomThis group encourages healing through shared experience, as well as exploration of both individual systemic trauma at the intersections of race and gender. Topics will be chosen by group members and may include racial identity, survivorship, and building community support. Please contact Renee Miranda-Beristain for more information and to complete an assessment. Group will begin […]
Monthly Journaling and Meditation Group
A virtual space for survivors ages 18+ of sexual violence to process their trauma through journaling and guided meditation. 4th Wednesdays beginning January 25, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Contact Alexa Diego, LPC at adiego@ourresilience.org to request the meeting link.
WOC Virtual Support Group
ZoomThis group encourages healing through shared experience, as well as exploration of both individual systemic trauma at the intersections of race and gender. Topics will be chosen by group members and may include racial identity, survivorship, and building community support. Please contact Renee Miranda-Beristain for more information and to complete an assessment. Group will begin […]
Monthly Crochet & Craft Group
Google MeetA monthly craft group focused on teaching crochet stitches and helping troubleshoot crochet issues. This group is also open to any crafter (knitting, sewing, painting, coloring, etc) who would like to craft in a safe, community space. This virtual group is open to all survivors of sexual violence ages 18+ who reside in Illinois. Monthly, […]
Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault Group
Google MeetThis group is open to survivors who experienced drug or alcohol facilitated sexual assault; a person who was deliberately given substances without their permission, resulting in unwanted sexual harm; or a person who was otherwise unable to provide consent due to substances. The group will include open discussion to explore consent, memory loss, guilt, self-blame, […]
Monthly Processing Group
This free monthly support group is open to any survivor of sexual violence. Each month will focus on a different topic, and may also include current news, and be an open space for survivors to discuss whatever is stressful for them currently. Second Tuesday each month, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Virtual Please contact Erica […]
All Gender Intimacy After Assault Support Group
Google MeetThis psychoeducational and support group is for survivors of sexual violence residing in Illinois, ages 18+, all genders. This group will be a blend of teaching skills to become more comfortable with sexual intimacy after assault and how to communicate intimacy needs and boundaries, as well as a safe space to share experiences and get […]
Queer Survivors Support Group
Google MeetThis support group is for all queer persons ages 18+ who have experienced sexual violence, and will address participant requested topics with a focus on empowerment. Participants must reside in IL to attend. Mondays, July 17 - October 2 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm No groups held on 8/14, 9/4, and 9/11 If interested, please […]