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For 50 years, WOAR – Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence has provided an empathetic ear, a caring heart and a helping hand to anyone who has experienced sexual violence recently, or at any time in their life. Each year, we helped thousands of survivors of sexual violence in Philadelphia through our hotline and in-person support and advocacy.
WOAR is here for survivors of sexual harassment, abuse, and assault because generous donors, like you, made it possible. Generosity gives everyone the power to make a positive change in the lives of others. WOAR is here because you make it possible!
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“When I was put in a fight or flight situation, I did neither. I froze. And I want to make it clear to other survivors that froze, you made it out alive. Your body protected you the best it could. You did everything right, and now you are a survivor. A SURVIVOR. Also, survivors of this kind of trauma should always remember it is never your fault. You did not choose this – no matter what people say or don’t say.”
Isabella, Survivor and Volunteer
People in crisis are not bargaining chips. People who need help should never be left hanging in the "in-between of a decision being made". You may see data, charts, or statistics — but behind every number is a human life.
Someone won’t get to reach out for help tonight because there may be no one left to pick up the phone.
We are sincerely grateful to St Joseph`s University`s newspaper The Hawk for writing this article. Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/SJUArticle
❗We are in the “Red Zone".❗
This is the time of year when rates of sexual violence rise as students—especially freshmen—adjust to new and sometimes overwhelming surroundings. Steering clear of the Red Zone requires ongoing communication about consent, equality of control in relationships, and obstacles to safety. Making sure students have access to support, like WOAR, is paramount. But right now, that support is in jeopardy. Donate today at WOAR.org to help us keep the doors open at WOAR.
Philadelphia only has ONE rape crisis center — WOAR — and it’s fighting to survive!
No justice without healing. No excuses. No delays. Flood your legislators’ phones and inboxes today! Tell your legislators to pass the budget!
Councilmember Nina Ahmad added her support for WOAR and all rape crisis centers in PA by calling for an end to the budget impasse and approval for funding now. Call, email, text and flood your legislators offices! Share on all your socials! Demand action today!
🌟 In honor of Disability Action Month: we spotlight the alarming reality that people with disabilities face far higher rates of sexual violence. Barriers to reporting are real: communication hurdles, dependency on caregivers, and societal misconceptions all too often silence survivors.
What can you do?
• Educate yourself here https://tinyurl.com/SVandDisability
• Advocate for stronger policies & support services
• Believe survivors, amplify their voices
• Donate and/or volunteer to organizations like WOAR.org that support survivors
Every person deserves safety, dignity, and justice. 💙
Funds for stadiums but not survivors?!?!? Really?!?!?
Students show up for WOAR - No justice without healing! No Excuses! No Delays! Fund Survivors Now! You can`t nickel and dime survivors. Call, email, text and floor your legislators offices! Share on all your socials! Demand action today!
PHILLY—THIS IS YOUR MOMENT TO ACT! We must come together and urge our representatives to fund WOAR so we can keep the doors open. Speak up, spread the word, call your representatives, and make your voice heard before it’s too late!
@repbwaxman @nikilsaval @jordanaharris @joshshapiropa
The cost of cuts is measured in LIVES! Compassion shouldn`t be crowdfunded! Fund healing not silence. Call, email, text and floor your legislators offices! Share on all your socials! Demand action today!
Councilmember Quetcy Lozada, with co-sponsorship from Councilmember Kendra Brooks, introduced the Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) resolution before City Council on Thursday, October 16th, recognizing October as DVAM in Philadelphia followed by the Paint the Town Purple event (slide has more details).
S.E.C.R.E.T. Drexel is having a Students for Survivors March on Friday, October 17 from 12pm - 3pm. Starting at North 33rd and Market Streets, by the Mario Statue concluding at City Hall with speakers sharing message of support for survivors and WOAR.
How can you help?
⦁ March with S.E.C.R.E.T. Drexel!
⦁ Contact your state legislators (listed on last 4 pages of this post)
⦁ Donate to WOAR`s Emergency Fund at WOAR.org
⦁ Share & Tag @SECRETDrexel and @WOARPhila
Thursday, Octo 16 - 10am, the Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect
(PCAR) and Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (PAAR) will hold a joint press conference to demand immediate action from state lawmakers as Pennsylvania’s budget impasse surpasses 100 days—leaving all 47 rape crisis centers across the Commonwealth without critical funding. Join us in uplifting the human cost of Pennsylvania’s ongoing budget impasse. Please share this post with your community. Read more at: https://tinyurl.com/PCARandPAARPressConference
Please donate at WOAR.org.
Philadelphia`s only rape crisis center, WOAR, receives emergency funding. Not only is the federal government shut down, but Pennsylvania has been without a budget since June.
CBS Philadelphia reports that the delay is having a large impact on Philadelphia`s only sexual violence resource center, resulting in major layoffs. Watch the video:
https://youtu.be/OFC74kHj-mg?si=f_uHyqlU3L_S9CMU
