King County Sexual Assault Resource Center

Be part of the action on Dec 7! ?? Visit bit.ly/rallyforvictims to register!

Looking for ways to get involved in supporting survivors and building safer communities? Join us for two key events: KCSARC End of Year Agency Update ?? Tuesday, November 19, 12 p.m. ?? Online Webinar ?? bit.ly/kcsarc2024 Register now to hear about our progress and the work ahead, including a statewide campaign to stabilize crime victim services and improve survivor justice. RALLY for VICTIMS ?? Saturday, December 7, 11 a.m. ?? The Vera Project, Seattle Center ?? bit.ly/rallyforvictims Be part of the action December 7 as we rally to protect essential services for survivors and victims of crime, including sexual assault, from massive cuts in funding. Help us be loud and clear—register and spread the word!

Victims of violent crime, including sexual assault, domestic violence and child abuse, could soon face severe delays or even lose access to support services altogether due to massive cuts in federal Victim of Crimes Act (VOCA) funding. This crisis is impacting organizations assisting survivors right here in Washington state, threatening our collective ability to respond to every victim when they seek help. We can't fathom turning away any victim. And we won't stand by and just let it happen. We need your help. Join us in Seattle on December 7 to urge statelawmakers to immediately stabilize and adequately fund victim services. To learn how you can get involved, visit https://lnkd.in/gcu_B55Q

There's still time to register for our Hispanic Heritage Webinar: Protecting Workers from Abuse on October 10. Visit https://bit.ly/47Cp4Vo

A heartfelt thank you to our speakers, BE LOUD Club members, Board of Directors, sponsors, donors, and everyone who joined us at Drawing on Our Strength at Tinte Cellars last evening! It was also wonderful to see Council Members Claudia Balducci and Jorge L. Barón in attendance. Your presence and support made the event truly special. If you missed the chance to be part of it, make sure to sign up for our newsletter to stay connected with KCSARC and get involved in our work: https://lnkd.in/gdGUYEZe

We’re hiring! The King County Sexual Assault Resource Center is hiring for a Legal Advocate. Join our team of positive, talented and passionate professionals committed to supporting victims of sexual assault involved in the criminal justice system. Learn more about this opportunity and how to apply at https://lnkd.in/gHw2Awwu

Join us for a special Hispanic Heritage Month Webinar: Protecting Workers from Abuse. ?? Thursday, October 10 ?? 11:00 a.m. - Noon Workers are protected by laws against sexual harassment and abuse, but many, particularly Latinx survivors, face additional barriers in reporting and getting support. Learn about local worker rights and freedoms from harassment, how Latinx workers can access support and how we can break down barriers to protect workers. Visit https://bit.ly/47Cp4Vo to register today!

Today join us in celebrating the 30th?anniversary of the passage of the federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). VAWA provides legal protections and essential services for survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking. It provides resources for training for law enforcement, prosecutors, judges and services for victims and survivors like those offered at KCSARC. VAWA has been reauthorized and improved four times, the latest of which was 2022, adding resources for prevention, community-specific services for LGBTQ victims, victims of violence on tribal lands, culturally specific programs, services and responses, and new protections for survivors in housing, among others. We as a nation have made great strides and still have work to do to end gendered violence. Celebrate today and watch this space for more action you can take! https://lnkd.in/g7R5icvS

We had a fantastic visit yesterday at the KCSARC office with State Reps Tina Orwall, Mia Gregerson and Roger Goodman. We’re grateful to them and to our courageous Empowered Voices member who shared how KCSARC helped their family recover and regain their lives. With new and drastic cuts to the federal VOCA fund, survivor services throughout the state are at risk and we are looking to state leaders to find sustainable solutions. We appreciate the opportunity to talk with these state leaders as we gear up for the coming session!

KCSARC's Board is growing! This month, three new members joined this group of committed leaders, each bringing with them professional expertise and deep connections in the community that will strengthen KCSARC's ability to carry out its nonprofit mission. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Jill Morones, Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey and Becky Roe! Visit https://lnkd.in/gB3tF3fA to learn more about our new and current Board members.