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Why Tosha Volunteers

Why Tosha Volunteers

Why Tosha Volunteers! Volunteering for SARA has proven to be more than I expected, both in time invested and mental dedication. The experience has not only provided me with an opportunity to help others, but to help myself grow. I started with SARA because I wanted to...
What’s in a Name?

What’s in a Name?

What’s in a Name? By Laura B. Guilliams, MA, RYT You may have already noticed a change in how we refer to the trained volunteers and staff who answer our hotline and respond in person to survivors. When you call the 24-Hour Crisis Hotline, you are connected to a...
#TakeActionTuesday – 03.14.2017

#TakeActionTuesday – 03.14.2017

What is Victim Blaming, Exactly?     To be a good advocate, you have to be an educated advocate. Take a few minutes today to brush up on the idea of “victim blaming”. What is Victim Blaming? When the victim of a crime or any wrongful act is held...
#TakeActionTuesday

#TakeActionTuesday

Advocate for Change   We’re starting something new: #TakeActionTuesday. In order to really support survivors and make a difference on the issue of sexual violence, we have to advocate for change on multiple levels. At SARA, we advocate for our clients on a...
SAAM Event Contribution

SAAM Event Contribution

Help Us Celebrate Sexual Assault Awareness Month! SARA is currently planning our first community-wide Sexual Assault Awareness Month campaign. We are reaching out to community members and allied professionals to see if your organization has any events during the month...