We Stand With Black Lives Matter

Protest against police brutality

Anti-racism is essential to anti-sexual violence work June 10, 2020 As CAASE continues to do its work exposing and ending sexual harm, we join with everyone who is grieving, finding […]

Expanding Rape Kit Access

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When Emergency Rooms feel unsafe, survivors need options June 10, 2020 Victims of sexual assault will soon have expanded options for accessing forensic exams and evidence collection (commonly known as […]

Understanding PTSD and Sexual Harm

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During Mental Health Awareness Month, We’re Highlighting How PTSD Impacts Survivors When it comes to pop culture portrayals of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), narratives are often limited to veterans and […]

Powering Through Obstacles for LGBTQ+ Survivors

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in.power* Is Helping Address the Disproportionate Impact Sexual Violence Has on LGBTQ+ People in Chicago June 2, 2020 Rainbows are everywhere—and they’re not just a matter of summertime storms. Pride […]

COVID-19 Creates Barriers to Court Supports

Chicago's Domestic Violence Courthouse

Advocates and Attorneys Help Victims Gain Access June 2, 2020 Sheltering in place is a strategy to keep more people safe during this pandemic. The cruel irony is that compounding […]

What Could Accountability Look Like?

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For Biden and beyond, survivors should lead the conversation May 13, 2020 As attorneys and advocates working to end sexual harm, we are extremely frustrated by the majority of responses to Tara […]

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