WAYS TO GIVE
CAASE’s ability to do its work depends on the generous contributions of its supporters. All donations to CAASE go directly into the organization’s work and operating expenses. Below are ways that you can support CAASE today.
1. Donate on-line through Paypal by clicking here.
2. Write a check to: The Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation and send it to:
The Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation
3047 N. Lincoln Avenue
4th Floor
Chicago, IL 60657
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
1. Be part of CAASE’s action alert list.
If you are interested in learning more about CAASE’s activities, as well as ways you can help fight sexual exploitation in Chicago, please send an e-mail to: Rachel@caase.org expressing your interest in being on the action alert list.
2. Join our book club. Learn more about upcoming books, locations, and times by clicking HERE.
3. Volunteer with CAASE. Click HERE to learn about volunteer opportunities with CAASE.
4. Be an informed advocate
Effectively combating commercial sexual exploitation requires the help of many dedicated individuals. Use this Web site and the Web sites of CAASE’s community alliances as a resource to help you understand the complex issues of sexual exploitation. Employ this knowledge to be a voice of justice in your community. Every voice against sexual exploitation makes a difference - let yours be heard.
WAYS TO WORK TOWARDS ENDING PROSTITUTION
10 THINGS YOU CAN DO
1. Work to help women gain supportive housing and jobs that pay a living wage.
2. Advocate for shelters and clinics equipped and staffed to offer medical and psychological treatment for women in prostitution.
3. Educate young girls and boys on the harms of prostitution and how to avoid becoming a victim of sexual exploitation.
4. Challenge society’s sexist views of women. Fight against pornography and other forms of media that continue to objectify women.
5. Change language- stop using words such as “pimp”, “ho” and “whore” and challenge your friends when they use similar language.
6. Support legislation aimed at stopping sexual exploitation and expanding options for prostituted individuals.
7. Make sure the needs of sexually exploited individuals are being addressed in the domestic violence community, the sexual assault community, among homeless rights advocates and among individuals working to fight substance addiction.
8. Pressure local CAPS and police enforcement to go after those purchasing sex instead of those selling it.
9. Hold media and financial institutions accountable in regards to the ads they run that promote prostitution.
10. Raise public awareness! Host book clubs, film screenings and art projects to raise awareness about the issue. Also join in local awareness raising initiatives such as the upcoming Rescue and Restore campaign.
WHO SUPPORTS CAASE’S WORK
Michael Reese Health Trust
http://foundationcenter.org/grantmaker/health
Chicago Foundation For Women
www.cfw.org