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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
Our own Quinn spent the day at Holy Family University for their Health and Wellness event, talking with students about consent, prevention, and the support WOAR provides to survivors across Philadelphia.
Tabling is some of our favorite work. It gives us a chance to answer questions face to face, share resources in English and Spanish, and make sure every student leaves knowing where to turn if they or someone they love needs help.
Thank you, Holy Family, for having us!
WOAR`s 24-hour hotline is 215-985-3333
📢 We are hiring! Join our team at WOAR — we`re currently looking for a **Counselor** and a **Clinical Director** to help us support survivors of sexual violence throughout Philadelphia. Come do meaningful work with a mission-driven team.
For more details and to apply, go to WOAR.org/Join-Our-Team
We`re in the Red Zone, the first six weeks of fall semester through Thanksgiving break, a period when sexual assaults on college campuses often spike. Swipe through to learn what it is, why it happens, and who`s most at risk.
If you or someone you know needs support, WOAR is always here to support you 24/7 at 215-985-3333.
#RedZone #ConsentMatters #CampusSafety
Today is Black Giving Day, and I`m asking you to give with me.
I know what it means to walk into WOAR needing help, and I know what it means to lead the organization that once helped me find my way back to myself. I am a survivor and that`s why I understand, in a deeply personal way, what it means to have somewhere to turn.
At WOAR, we see every day what that investment makes possible: survivors accessing safety, advocacy, and a path toward healing. For Black survivors especially, that access matters. Investing in Black-led and Black-serving organizations means survivors get care from people and places that understand their full experience. It means the next person who needs WOAR will find it there for them, the same way I did.
Give with me today.
👉 Donate now: tinyurl.com/WOARDonate
With gratitude,
LaQuisha S. Anthony
Executive Director, WOAR Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence
Tomorrow, August 28, communities across the country will observe Black Giving Day, a national day of giving that honors the rich tradition of Black philanthropy by supporting Black-led and Black-serving nonprofits while commemorating pivotal moments in the fight for racial justice.
Black survivors often carry a compounded weight, racism, sexism, and systems not built to center their healing. Organizations doing this work, especially Black-led and Black-serving ones, have too often had to do more with fewer resources.
Our Executive Director, LaQuisha S. Anthony, knows this firsthand. Before she led WOAR, she was a survivor who turned to WOAR`s services and found her way back to herself.
Tomorrow, join us in investing in WOAR, investing in survivors` healing and in Philadelphia`s future.
👉 Get ready to give: tinyurl.com/WOARDonate
WOAR joined the community at a public safety event, connecting with neighbors alongside the PA Army National Guard, Philadelphia Police, and other local organizations dedicated to keeping our neighborhoods safe and informed. It`s powerful to see so many groups come together in one place, sharing resources and building relationships that make a real difference.
We are grateful to Quinn for representing WOAR at the event, sharing resources on consent, healing, and support with everyone who stopped by our table. Conversations like these are how we build a community where survivors feel seen, supported, and connected to the help they need.
Thank you to everyone who came out and to our fellow organizations for the important work you do. We`re proud to stand alongside you.
We`re hiring! WOAR is expanding our clinical team and currently seeking a **Counselor** and a **Clinical Director**. If you`re ready to bring your skills and compassion to survivors of sexual violence in Philadelphia, we`d love for you to join us.
For more details and to apply: WOAR.org/Join-Our-Team
🐐 Growing Healthy Friendships — Right Alongside the Goats! 🐐
This week, our own Quinn headed out to the Philly Goat Project to lead workshops with middle and high schoolers on two topics close to WOAR`s heart: building healthy friendships and staying safe online.
Surrounded by nature (and some very curious goats 🐐), students dug into real conversations — how to spot red flags, how to set boundaries with friends, and practical steps for staying safe online, like protecting personal information, screenshotting concerning messages to show a trusted adult, and knowing when to reach out for help.
Prevention starts with these conversations — and we`re so glad Quinn got to have them in such a unique, welcoming space. Thank you to the Philly Goat Project for hosting! 🌳
Healthy relationships are built on mutual respect. Your boundaries deserve to be heard, honored, and supported—not challenged or ignored. Setting boundaries is an important part of protecting your well-being and fostering relationships grounded in trust, respect, and care.
Innovation without accountability can reproduce harm.” — Ruha Benjamin
Pennsylvania’s response to AI-generated sexual abuse and exploitation continues evolving as lawmakers work to modernize protections for children and survivors.
From Act 125 to Senate Bill 1050 and House Bill 2474, bipartisan efforts across both chambers have helped recognize an urgent reality: AI-generated abuse causes real harm, and Pennsylvania’s laws and response systems must continue adapting alongside rapidly changing technology.
WOAR appreciates the lawmakers who have helped advance this work, including:
Senators Tracy Pennycuick, Scott Martin, Lisa Baker, and James Malone
Representatives Nikki Rivera and Kristin Marcell
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, please call WOAR`s 24/7 Hotline 215-985-3333. Trained, trauma-informed advocates are available around the clock to offer confidential support and connect you with the resources you need.
We want to hire YOU now! 💜 WOAR is growing our team and looking for a **Counselor** and a **Clinical Director** to join us in supporting survivors of sexual violence in Philadelphia. If you`re passionate about trauma-informed care and making a real difference, we`d love to hear from you.
For more details and to apply: WOAR.org/Join-Our-Team
Yesterday, Quinn represented WOAR at the National Night Out community event at The Home Depot on Castor Avenue, connecting with neighbors, families, and local law enforcement. It was a wonderful opportunity to share resources, answer questions, and raise awareness about the support and services available to survivors of sexual violence.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table, and to the organizers for bringing the community together for an evening focused on building stronger, safer neighborhoods. Together, we can create communities where everyone feels supported, heard, and empowered.
