Nine Survivor-Centered Books To Read This Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Reading survivor-centered books is a way to deepen your understanding and allyship in the fight to end sexual harm. Check out these seven recommendations from CAASE in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month!
6 Articles to Read This Sexual Assault Awareness Month
In honor of SAAM, here’s a reading list that will help you better understand and prevent sexual assault while supporting survivors.
How To Support Someone Who’s Been Sexually Assaulted
How do you support a survivor of sexual assault? There’s no perfect route, but you absolutely must start by believing them.
Reclaiming Sex and Romance After Assault
Can survivors reclaim their sexuality following an assault? Absolutely, say experts, but it’s a process that varies individually.
Journey Toward Justice: Navigating Both Criminal and Civil Paths
Carrie’s journey toward justice took her from police stations, detective’s offices, courtrooms, and ultimately to the conference rooms of her employer. It involved both criminal and civil matters—and CAASE feels fulfilled to be able to stand with survivors in both arenas.
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.
Powering Through Obstacles for LGBTQ+ Survivors
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 […]
What Could Accountability Look Like?
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 […]
Defining the Values We Live By
Introducing our newly adopted values!
Chicago’s Youth Need Mayoral Leadership To End Sexual Harm
The first step is asking every Mayoral candidate: What will YOU do?
