Sexual Assault Resource Agency

Join Ten Men and become part of a powerful community dedicated to making a difference! Together, we can foster respect and safety—one discussion at a time.     To apply or nominate, visit our website at www.saracville.org/ten-men or click the link in our bio!   Applications will close on November 1st.

📣 Want to support survivors while doing your everyday shopping? 🛒   💙 You can automatically earn money for the Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA) just by using your Kroger loyalty card! Here’s how:   1️⃣ Log into your Kroger account  2️⃣ Go to your profile settings and find "Community Rewards"  3️⃣ Enter code KY836to choose SARA as your charity   Every time you shop, Kroger donates a portion of your purchase to help survivors. It’s that easy! 🙌    #SupportSurvivors #ShopForGood #KrogerCommunity #SARA

Join with local, state and national organizations on Tuesday, September 10th for a national day of action to urge Congress to pass the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (CVFSA) (S.4514/H.R.8061) this year. We’re up to 134 cosponsors in the House for H.R. 8061 – let’s get to 218 by the end of September and get this bill to the President by the end of the year! Act now and forward widely! A 40% cut to Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding is forcing victim service programs to reduce or eliminate services, lay off staff, and, in some cases, close their doors. VOCA uses funds from the Crime Victims Fund (CVF) to support services to over six million victims annually through almost 6,500 direct service organizations, including domestic violence shelters, rape crisis centers, and child advocacy centers/child sexual abuse treatment programs. However, decreased deposits into the CVF have led Congress to cut funding by approximately $600 million and, as a result, countless victims in crisis will not be able to find help. The Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act directs excess funds collected through the False Claims Act (FCA) into the CVF through Fiscal Year 2029. Join us in urging your Members of Congress to cosponsor and pass the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act and help domestic violence programs, rape crisis centers, child advocacy centers, and other victim service organizations keep their doors open. Congress must support and pass the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act (H.R.8061/S.4514) to provide lifesaving services to survivors. Additional action is needed for VOCA in FY25 Federal Appropriations! Congress must provide steady funding in FY25: • Provide $1.9 billion in steady funding from the CVF, restoring funding to FY23 levels. • Support a continued federal funding stream from VOCA for tribes. Individuals on tribal lands experience disproportionately high rates of domestic and sexual violence and need funding for victim services. • Reject proposals that use the VOCA fund to pay for other Department of Justice programs, which reduces funding for direct victim services. #PassCVFSA #VOCA #protectvictims

Volunteers play a vital role in SARA’s mission to educate our community and assist and empower people who have experienced sexual violence. If you’re an empathetic listener and ready to serve your community, join us for our FREE Crisis Services training beginning on July 22nd. Fill out the application at saracville.org/volunteer or email katie@saracville.org to learn more!    Training topics include: • Basic Advocacy and Counseling Skills • Information on Sexual Assault • Self-Care • Trauma-Informed Care • Cultural Humility • Suicide and Self-Inflicted Harm • Domestic Violence • Legal Information and Processes • Medical Information and Processes • Challenging Call Scenarios and Simulation We hope to see you soon!

Punitive systems rarely deliver accountability and often retraumatize people who were harmed. We need more options for healing and repair.

Interested in volunteering and want to learn more? Drop in anytime between 6-7pm at Random Row Brewing to order pizza and talk shop. There are many ways to be involved, and we'd love to answer your questions! Interested in volunteering but aren't able to make it? That's cool too! Drop an email to katie@saracville.org to set up another time to chat.

🌈📚 Celebrate PRIDE Month with us at the SARA Library! We've curated a special collection of books to honor LGBTQ+ voices, stories, and experiences. Discover new favorites and immerse yourself in diverse narratives that inspire and uplift.   Come visit us and check out these amazing reads! Let's continue to support and celebrate our LGBTQ+ community this month and every month. 🌈✨    📚 Library Details 📚 Monday-Thursday: 9am-5pm Friday: 9am-3pm 335 Greenbrier Drive Suite 102 Charlottesville, VA 22901   #PRIDEMonth #SARALibrary #LGBTQReads #LoveIsLove #CommunitySupport

SARA is hiring a Prevention Specialist to join our efforts in creating safer, more empathetic communities. We are seeking a diverse pool of applicants, all are encouraged to apply. #hiring Know anyone who might be interested?

Join us at the National Fatherhood Summit 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia, from August 13-15. Explore exhibit opportunities and be a part of shaping the future from foundations to the future.

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