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April Is

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)

Join Us for SAAM 2024
Giving Tuesday - Thank you for giving to WOAR!

ADVOCACY. HEALING. EDUCATION. PREVENTION.

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.

LGBTQIA+

Help for LGBTQIA+ victims/survivors
of sexual assault. It can get better.

Ayuda En Español

Obtenga información sobre nuestros
servicios y recursos locales.

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Young Adults & Teens

Learn about sexual violence among
young adults and teens.

Pioneers. Advocates. Survivors. Moving Victims of Sexual Violence from Crisis to Confidence for 50 Years. WOAR
Request a Workshop or Speaker
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.”

Isabella, Survivor and Volunteer

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Keynotes - Unlocking Survivor Advocate Voice. WOAR
We Speak Your Language!
We Heal. We Educate. We Empower. We Advocate. We Create Change. WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence
This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor and celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions Black people have made to our world—shaping history, culture, science, art, and beyond. 🌍✨

From trailblazers who broke barriers to the everyday champions building stronger communities, Black excellence inspires us all to strive for a more equal and inclusive future.

By amplifying voices, recognizing accomplishments, and striving for #EqualityNow, we stand united in this important mission. 🖤

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor and celebrate the remarkable achievements and contributions Black people have made to our world—shaping history, culture, science, art, and beyond. 🌍✨

From trailblazers who broke barriers to the everyday champions building stronger communities, Black excellence inspires us all to strive for a more equal and inclusive future.

By amplifying voices, recognizing accomplishments, and striving for #EqualityNow, we stand united in this important mission. 🖤
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WOAR is hiring Crisis/Court Advocates. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCrisisCourtAdvocate

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you're applying for in the subject of your email. 

No phone calls please.

WOAR is hiring Crisis/Court Advocates. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCrisisCourtAdvocate

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you`re applying for in the subject of your email.

No phone calls please.
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WOAR is hiring Counselors. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCounselor.

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you're applying for in the subject of your email. 

No phone calls please.

WOAR is hiring Counselors. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCounselor.

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you`re applying for in the subject of your email.

No phone calls please.
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WOAR is hiring Crisis/Court Advocates. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCrisisCourtAdvocate

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you're applying for in the subject of your email. 

No phone calls please.

WOAR is hiring Crisis/Court Advocates. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCrisisCourtAdvocate

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you`re applying for in the subject of your email.

No phone calls please.
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We are thrilled to celebrate our leader and executive consultant, Dr. Indira M. Henard, DSW, MSW, as she was asked to deliver the keynote address at Wheaton College’s Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Celebration! 🎤✨ Indira’s journey and dedication to uplifting communities embodies the very spirit of Dr. King’s legacy. Her words will no doubt inspire and empower many. Join us in honoring this momentous occasion on February 12, 2025—whether in person or online!

📅 Save the date: February 12, 2025
🔗 Learn more: https://wheatoncollege.edu/event/2025-mlk-legacy-celebration/

We are thrilled to celebrate our leader and executive consultant, Dr. Indira M. Henard, DSW, MSW, as she was asked to deliver the keynote address at Wheaton College’s Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Celebration! 🎤✨ Indira’s journey and dedication to uplifting communities embodies the very spirit of Dr. King’s legacy. Her words will no doubt inspire and empower many. Join us in honoring this momentous occasion on February 12, 2025—whether in person or online!

📅 Save the date: February 12, 2025
🔗 Learn more: https://wheatoncollege.edu/event/2025-mlk-legacy-celebration/
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WOAR is hiring Counselors. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCounselor.

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you're applying for in the subject of your email. 

No phone calls please.

WOAR is hiring Counselors. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCounselor.

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you`re applying for in the subject of your email.

No phone calls please.
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📚 Empower your classroom with knowledge!

WOAR's Prevention Workshops are designed to educate and equip schools with tools to foster a safe and inclusive environment. Learn how to address sensitive topics, prevent sexual violence, and create a culture of respect among students.

➡️ Register for a workshop today and join the movement toward safer schools!

🔗 Visit woar.org/prevention-workshops to learn more.

📚 Empower your classroom with knowledge!

WOAR`s Prevention Workshops are designed to educate and equip schools with tools to foster a safe and inclusive environment. Learn how to address sensitive topics, prevent sexual violence, and create a culture of respect among students.

➡️ Register for a workshop today and join the movement toward safer schools!

🔗 Visit woar.org/prevention-workshops to learn more.
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WOAR is hiring Counselors. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCounselor.

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you're applying for in the subject of your email. 

No phone calls please.

WOAR is hiring Counselors. Learn more about this opportunity at https://tinyurl.com/WOARCounselor.

You can also email your resume and cover letter directly to Christine Kannegiser, Clinical Director, at christine@woar.org. Please put the position you`re applying for in the subject of your email.

No phone calls please.
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Respect isn’t complicated.

You don’t have to understand someone’s gender identity to honor their pronouns. They know themselves better than anyone, and respecting their pronouns is a simple way to show kindness and support.

It’s about empathy. It’s about dignity. It’s about making the world safer for everyone.

🏳️‍🌈 Respect identities. Honor pronouns. Spread love.

Respect isn’t complicated.

You don’t have to understand someone’s gender identity to honor their pronouns. They know themselves better than anyone, and respecting their pronouns is a simple way to show kindness and support.

It’s about empathy. It’s about dignity. It’s about making the world safer for everyone.

🏳️‍🌈 Respect identities. Honor pronouns. Spread love.
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Healing after sexual assault or harassment takes time—be gentle with yourself. 💜 Your well-being matters, and self-care is a powerful step toward reclaiming your strength.

📌 Prioritize rest.
📌 Set boundaries.
📌 Seek support—talk to people who lift you up.
📌 Celebrate every small victory.

There is no straight path to healing. You are resilient. You matter. Remember, you are worthy of love, care, and compassion. Take it one day at a time—we believe in you. 🌟

If you need support, reach out to WOAR 24/7 by phone or text at 215.985.3333.

Healing after sexual assault or harassment takes time—be gentle with yourself. 💜 Your well-being matters, and self-care is a powerful step toward reclaiming your strength.

📌 Prioritize rest.
📌 Set boundaries.
📌 Seek support—talk to people who lift you up.
📌 Celebrate every small victory.

There is no straight path to healing. You are resilient. You matter. Remember, you are worthy of love, care, and compassion. Take it one day at a time—we believe in you. 🌟

If you need support, reach out to WOAR 24/7 by phone or text at 215.985.3333.
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