Domestic Violence, Trafficking, and the Sex Trade
Domestic violence and sex trafficking are related. Understanding the links makes you better prepared to help survivors and break the cycle.
The Link Between Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Violent partners use sexual harm as part of a pattern of abuse and control. They know gender-based violence fosters and thrives on silence, self-doubt, and fear—factors that seem to amplify when sexual and domestic violence are intertwined.
Together, We Can Get Candidates Talking About Gender Issues
We’ve teamed up with partner organizations to ask mayoral candidates about their plans and priorities for the issues we care about most.
AG Candidates Respond to Questionnaire on Gender Violence
Six Chicago-based organizations, including CAASE, asked our AG candidates to complete a questionnaire.
