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ADVOCACY. HEALING. EDUCATION. PREVENTION.

Join Us for the Be The Change: Preventing Sexual Violence in Philadelphia Symposium to commemorate 50 years of supporting survivors and focus on a common and urgent aspiration: to end sexual violence and break the cycles of abuse that enable and perpetuate it in Philadelphia.

Thursday, September 21, 2023 | 8:00am - 3:00pm

Community College of Philadelphia Great Hall in the Winnet Building

Join us to celebrate 50 years of supporting survivors. Together we can end sexual violence.

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If you have been sexually assaulted, talk with someone now.

If this is an emergency, please call 911.

WOAR’s Hotline Crisis Counselors provide support, information, referral guidance, and
coordinate counseling services.

We’re here to help. 24/7.

Contact us for free, confidential support at any time, 365 days a year. We are always here for you.

WHO WE ARE

A safer Philadelphia, for better tomorrows.

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!

Please stand with us by making a donation to WOAR.

Get the support you need.

WOAR offers crisis support and resources for specific communities. Find guidance to get the help you
need, or discover resources to help someone in need of crisis support.

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You are not alone.
We’ve been there.

“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.”

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@scot.us
@aclu
@aclupa
@hrcgreaterphila
@theadvocatemag
#BeTheChange

“Today is a sad day…for the lives of LGBT people ...,” wrote Justice Sotomayor in disagreement with the Supreme Court 6-3 ruling Creative LLC v. Elenis | League of Women Voters (https://buff.ly/3bGsZTq) (this is linked to https://buff.ly/3KofsD7) permitting businesses to refuse to work with same-sex couples. 

“We are taking steps backward.” 

This Supreme Court decision “marks gays and lesbians for second-class status.” It erases years of advancements for the LGBTQ community.

Stand with us for the rights of LGBTQ people. Be the Change. 

Learn more about how WOAR – Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence serves all victims of sexual violence. Go to https://tinyurl.com/LGBTQCare and join our mission to break the cycle of sexual assault in our communities. 

Have you or someone you know been affected by Sexual Violence, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault or Sexual Abuse? Do you need to talk with someone who can help?
 
Call 215-985-3333 now to speak with a trained WOAR Sexual Assault Advocate. We can help. All you have to do is call.

@scot.us
@aclu
@aclupa
@hrcgreaterphila
@theadvocatemag
#BeTheChange

“Today is a sad day…for the lives of LGBT people ...,” wrote Justice Sotomayor in disagreement with the Supreme Court 6-3 ruling Creative LLC v. Elenis | League of Women Voters (https://buff.ly/3bGsZTq) (this is linked to https://buff.ly/3KofsD7) permitting businesses to refuse to work with same-sex couples.

“We are taking steps backward.”

This Supreme Court decision “marks gays and lesbians for second-class status.” It erases years of advancements for the LGBTQ community.

Stand with us for the rights of LGBTQ people. Be the Change.

Learn more about how WOAR – Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence serves all victims of sexual violence. Go to https://tinyurl.com/LGBTQCare and join our mission to break the cycle of sexual assault in our communities.

Have you or someone you know been affected by Sexual Violence, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault or Sexual Abuse? Do you need to talk with someone who can help?

Call 215-985-3333 now to speak with a trained WOAR Sexual Assault Advocate. We can help. All you have to do is call.
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#BeTheChange

Drum roll please >>> 🥁🥁🥁

📣 Announcing Be the Change: Preventing Sexual Violence in Philadelphia Symposium on Thursday, September 21, 2023, to commemorate 50 years of supporting survivors and to imagine the end of sexual violence in Philadelphia. Please join us! 
#BeTheChangePhilly is our hashtag!

This Symposium, breakfast, and lunch are free of charge. 

📍 The Symposium will be at Community College of Philadelphia, Great Hall in the Winnet Building. 📍

Learn more at https://www.woar.org/symposium/
Register at https://BeTheChangePhilly.eventbrite.com

Get ready to engage in meaningful conversations, gain valuable insights, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference. The symposium will kick off at 8am, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot and enjoy breakfast.

Throughout the day, we will be joined by internationally renowned experts committed to fighting sexual violence. Our esteemed speakers from diverse backgrounds will share their experiences, ideas, and strategies for creating a world free from sexual violence. Topics and speakers coming to your inbox soon!

Participate in interactive workshops, panel discussions, and peer networking to expand your knowledge and build lasting connections. Together, we can inspire change and take collective action toward a safer future for all Philadelphians. ♥

In the coming weeks, we will be posting updates and more about the Be The Change: Preventing Sexual Violence in Philadelphia Symposium. Stay tuned! ♥

Learn more at https://www.woar.org/symposium/
Register at https://BeTheChangePhilly.eventbrite.com

#BeTheChange

Drum roll please >>> 🥁🥁🥁

📣 Announcing Be the Change: Preventing Sexual Violence in Philadelphia Symposium on Thursday, September 21, 2023, to commemorate 50 years of supporting survivors and to imagine the end of sexual violence in Philadelphia. Please join us!
#BeTheChangePhilly is our hashtag!

This Symposium, breakfast, and lunch are free of charge.

📍 The Symposium will be at Community College of Philadelphia, Great Hall in the Winnet Building. 📍

Learn more at https://www.woar.org/symposium/
Register at https://BeTheChangePhilly.eventbrite.com

Get ready to engage in meaningful conversations, gain valuable insights, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference. The symposium will kick off at 8am, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot and enjoy breakfast.

Throughout the day, we will be joined by internationally renowned experts committed to fighting sexual violence. Our esteemed speakers from diverse backgrounds will share their experiences, ideas, and strategies for creating a world free from sexual violence. Topics and speakers coming to your inbox soon!

Participate in interactive workshops, panel discussions, and peer networking to expand your knowledge and build lasting connections. Together, we can inspire change and take collective action toward a safer future for all Philadelphians. ♥

In the coming weeks, we will be posting updates and more about the Be The Change: Preventing Sexual Violence in Philadelphia Symposium. Stay tuned! ♥

Learn more at https://www.woar.org/symposium/
Register at https://BeTheChangePhilly.eventbrite.com
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