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06.21.22

We have an exciting announcement! @Aly_Raisman is joining us at our virtual fall event Drawing on Our Strength on September 28 at 12:00 p.m.! 👏👏 Keep an eye out for registration information and learn more about Aly here: https://t.co/9Jv9GnTdwC https://t.co/O09Wpd0LxW

KCSARC welcomes Gold Medal Gymnast Aly Raisman at Drawing on Our Strength 2022

06.21.22

Aly Raisman is a leader both on and off the gymnastics floor. The former team captain of gold medal-winning Women’s Gymnastics teams uses her platform to normalize the conversation around mental health and advocate for the eradication of sexual abuse. She will keynote KCSARC’s Drawing on Our Strength fundraiser Sept. 28.

06.17.22

Education about #consent is essential for building healthy and respectful relationships. Teaching young people to acknowledge and respect the personal boundaries of others can cultivate a safe, supportive environment. https://t.co/jhMo5vcBfc

06.15.22

KCSARC's 24-hour Resource Line is always available with free, confidential support for survivors, our community, and anyone who needs a safe place to talk. 888.99.VOICE. https://t.co/GwBziKRtk9

06.07.22

Sign up for our monthly e-News to stay informed and get involved in our work to end sexual assault and abuse. No email sharing and each email you receive from us includes an opt-out. https://t.co/rAFq94a9ir https://t.co/dMi6uwYgoD

06.02.22

Meanwhile, to the survivors out there: we are here for you, whether or not you choose to report. Our Resource Line advocates are here 24 hours a day at 888.998.6423. ☎️

06.02.22

It will take humility, self-reflection and openness to change by people at every step of the legal justice system - law enforcement, prosecutors, and courts - to truly deliver an experience that encourages, rather than discourages victims from reporting

06.02.22

This joint @KUOW @STWatchdog report shines a light on lack of law enforcement follow-up in one department, and it's maddening. But this is only one problem https://t.co/Kxphsya9dP

06.02.22

One reason few sexual assault victims report to law enforcement is the belief that they won't be taken seriously or that nothing will happen as a result.

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Seattle PD unveils plan to tackle sexual assault investigations backlog caused by staff shortage

06.02.22

Fox 13 Seattle

The King County Sexual Assault Resource Center said only a small fraction of victims choose to report to law enforcement. Mary Ellen Stone, CEO, said in a statement, “Those who do report tell us they often feel their experience, this crime, is not taken seriously.  When victims are not given basic information about timing, options and next steps in their cases, the system is failing them.”

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