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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!
Please stand with us by making a donation to WOAR.
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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
LGBTQIA+ oppression, sexual assault, sexual violence
LGBTQIA+ people continue to face discrimination, violence, and inequality worldwide. From legal barriers to social stigma, these injustices affect every area of life—from safety and health to education and employment.
We all play a role in creating a world that values and protects everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Speak up. Show up. Stand with the LGBTQIA+ community against hate and oppression. 🏳️🌈 ⚧️
Learn more about WOAR’s LGBTQIA+ Services at https://www.woar.org/lgbtqia/
If you, or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Please call 215.985.4448.
LGBTQIA+ oppression, sexual assault, sexual violence
LGBTQIA+ people continue to face discrimination, violence, and inequality worldwide. From legal barriers to social stigma, these injustices affect every area of life—from safety and health to education and employment.
We all play a role in creating a world that values and protects everyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Speak up. Show up. Stand with the LGBTQIA+ community against hate and oppression. 🏳️🌈 ⚧️
Learn more about WOAR’s LGBTQIA+ Services at https://www.woar.org/lgbtqia/
If you, or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Please call 215.985.4448.
Today is a great day to prioritize your self-care. Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Taking time to recharge, reconnect, and restore balance helps us show up fully in every part of life. 💖
Try these self-care tips:
Pause & Breathe: A few mindful breaths can calm the mind.
Set Boundaries: Protect your energy by saying no when needed.
Do What You Love: Make time for activities that bring you joy.
Remember, taking care of yourself allows you to care for others, too. 💖
If you, or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Please call 215.985.4448. Learn more about WOAR at https://www.woar.org/
Today is a great day to prioritize your self-care. Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Taking time to recharge, reconnect, and restore balance helps us show up fully in every part of life. 💖
Try these self-care tips:
Pause & Breathe: A few mindful breaths can calm the mind.
Set Boundaries: Protect your energy by saying no when needed.
Do What You Love: Make time for activities that bring you joy.
Remember, taking care of yourself allows you to care for others, too. 💖
If you, or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Please call 215.985.4448. Learn more about WOAR at https://www.woar.org/
💪 Self-care isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a way to stay grounded, focused, and strong. Men, it’s okay to take time for yourself. Here are a few simple ways:
Unplug: Step away from screens and unwind.
Move Your Body: Exercise can clear the mind and boost your mood.
Connect: Talk with someone you trust; opening up is a strength.
Rest Up: Prioritize quality sleep for mental and physical health.
Taking care of yourself is part of being your best. Invest in you. 👊
If you, or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Please call 215.985.4448. Learn more at https://www.woar.org/healthy-masculinity-initiative/
💪 Self-care isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a way to stay grounded, focused, and strong. Men, it’s okay to take time for yourself. Here are a few simple ways:
Unplug: Step away from screens and unwind.
Move Your Body: Exercise can clear the mind and boost your mood.
Connect: Talk with someone you trust; opening up is a strength.
Rest Up: Prioritize quality sleep for mental and physical health.
Taking care of yourself is part of being your best. Invest in you. 👊
If you, or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Please call 215.985.4448. Learn more at https://www.woar.org/healthy-masculinity-initiative/
Vetting means getting to know the people around your child! Whether they are family, teachers, coaches, or babysitters, getting to know the people in our child`s life plays an important role in protecting them from harm. Join our Smarter Parents Workshop for essential tips on vetting the people in your child`s life.
Register at: https://form.jotform.com/241914704843054
Choose a time that fits your schedule:
• Wednesday, Nov 6th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Thursday, Nov 7th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Thursday, Nov 14th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Friday, Nov 15th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Wednesday, Nov 20th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Thursday, Nov 21st: 10 AM - 12 PM, 2 PM - 4 PM and 6 PM - 8 PM
Vetting means getting to know the people around your child! Whether they are family, teachers, coaches, or babysitters, getting to know the people in our child`s life plays an important role in protecting them from harm. Join our Smarter Parents Workshop for essential tips on vetting the people in your child`s life.
Register at: https://form.jotform.com/241914704843054
Choose a time that fits your schedule:
• Wednesday, Nov 6th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Thursday, Nov 7th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Thursday, Nov 14th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Friday, Nov 15th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Wednesday, Nov 20th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Thursday, Nov 21st: 10 AM - 12 PM, 2 PM - 4 PM and 6 PM - 8 PM
We are excited to announce our Senior Manager of Advocacy, LaQuisha Anthony, participated in the 2024 ValorUS LEAP Fellowship Program
LEAP is designed to be an interactive distance learning and comprehensive training and practicum experience with a focus on building executive leadership skills.
LaQuisha said "Being a #LeapLeader is a reminder for me to intentionally reflect on the centuries of Black women leading efforts to raise awareness and end sexual violence, our movement’s history of anti-blackness, and the role we all have in centering anti-racism and survivor voices in our violence prevention practice. I had the opportunity to do that in a safe space alongside of fellow women of color leaders from across the country as member of LEAP Cohort 10.
This space was transformative and an indeed a breath of fresh air in the work of Gender Based Violence Movement. The support, sisterhood, mentorship, knowledge, and overall validation exchanged amongst the leaders within my cohort was phenomenal. Thank you, Valor, and WOAR for allowing me to take part in this authentic and empowered space ❤️"
To learn more about LEAP please visit https://www.valor.us/leap/ and https://www.valor.us/leap/2024/01/26/welcome-cohort-10-the-movements-new-leap-leaders/.
If you, or someone you know, has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. WOAR services are available free of charge 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We are here. Please call 215-985-3333.
We are excited to announce our Senior Manager of Advocacy, LaQuisha Anthony, participated in the 2024 ValorUS LEAP Fellowship Program
LEAP is designed to be an interactive distance learning and comprehensive training and practicum experience with a focus on building executive leadership skills.
LaQuisha said "Being a #LeapLeader is a reminder for me to intentionally reflect on the centuries of Black women leading efforts to raise awareness and end sexual violence, our movement’s history of anti-blackness, and the role we all have in centering anti-racism and survivor voices in our violence prevention practice. I had the opportunity to do that in a safe space alongside of fellow women of color leaders from across the country as member of LEAP Cohort 10.
This space was transformative and an indeed a breath of fresh air in the work of Gender Based Violence Movement. The support, sisterhood, mentorship, knowledge, and overall validation exchanged amongst the leaders within my cohort was phenomenal. Thank you, Valor, and WOAR for allowing me to take part in this authentic and empowered space ❤️"
To learn more about LEAP please visit https://www.valor.us/leap/ and https://www.valor.us/leap/2024/01/26/welcome-cohort-10-the-movements-new-leap-leaders/.
If you, or someone you know, has experienced sexual violence, you are not alone. WOAR services are available free of charge 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We are here. Please call 215-985-3333.
**Survivors are a powerful voting bloc 33 million strong ** in elections, steering their communities` political direction and changing laws and policies. Survivors can change the game! Your voice matters—make sure you get to the polls and vote today!
**Survivors are a powerful voting bloc 33 million strong ** in elections, steering their communities` political direction and changing laws and policies. Survivors can change the game! Your voice matters—make sure you get to the polls and vote today!
If you care about our democracy and your freedom, civil rights and basic human dignity, lower grocery costs, affordable health care and childcare, raising the minimum wage, creating good paying jobs that don’t require a degree, cutting YOUR taxes not corporations and the wealthy, and if you want Social Security and Medicare to be there when you need it...
VOTE like your life depends on it, because it does!
**Find out where you go to vote at https://iwillvote.com/.
**Get a FREE round trip ride to vote at https://booking.rides2vote.org/
If you care about our democracy and your freedom, civil rights and basic human dignity, lower grocery costs, affordable health care and childcare, raising the minimum wage, creating good paying jobs that don’t require a degree, cutting YOUR taxes not corporations and the wealthy, and if you want Social Security and Medicare to be there when you need it...
VOTE like your life depends on it, because it does!
**Find out where you go to vote at https://iwillvote.com/.
**Get a FREE round trip ride to vote at https://booking.rides2vote.org/
VOTE TODAY! Stand up, be counted, and make a difference. 💪 Your voice matters! Your vote matters!
Survivors` votes CAN CHANGE THE OUTCOME of the November election. A close election can be swayed by just a few votes, that’s why every vote counts, especially yours. This election is too critical to survivors to skip this one. Together, survivors can create change.
**Find your voting location at https://iwillvote.com.
**If you need a ride to vote, get a FREE round-trip ride to vote at https://booking.rides2vote.org/
VOTE TODAY! Stand up, be counted, and make a difference. 💪 Your voice matters! Your vote matters!
Survivors` votes CAN CHANGE THE OUTCOME of the November election. A close election can be swayed by just a few votes, that’s why every vote counts, especially yours. This election is too critical to survivors to skip this one. Together, survivors can create change.
**Find your voting location at https://iwillvote.com.
**If you need a ride to vote, get a FREE round-trip ride to vote at https://booking.rides2vote.org/
**Survivors possess the strength to drive elections, influence community politics, and shift policies and laws. You are part of a significant voting force! Your voice counts. Your vote matters – don’t miss your chance to make an impact!**
**Survivors possess the strength to drive elections, influence community politics, and shift policies and laws. You are part of a significant voting force! Your voice counts. Your vote matters – don’t miss your chance to make an impact!**
Vetting means getting to know the people around your child! Whether they are family, teachers, coaches, or babysitters, getting to know the people in our child`s life plays an important role in protecting them from harm. Join our Smarter Parents Workshop for essential tips on vetting the people in your child`s life.
Register at: https://form.jotform.com/241914704843054
Choose a time that fits your schedule:
• Nov 6th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 7th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 14th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 15th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 20th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 21st: 10 AM - 12 PM, 2 PM - 4 PM and 6 PM - 8 PM
Vetting means getting to know the people around your child! Whether they are family, teachers, coaches, or babysitters, getting to know the people in our child`s life plays an important role in protecting them from harm. Join our Smarter Parents Workshop for essential tips on vetting the people in your child`s life.
Register at: https://form.jotform.com/241914704843054
Choose a time that fits your schedule:
• Nov 6th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 7th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 14th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 15th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 20th: 6 PM - 8 PM
• Nov 21st: 10 AM - 12 PM, 2 PM - 4 PM and 6 PM - 8 PM
Survivors possess the strength to drive elections, influence community politics, and shift policies and laws. You are part of a significant voting force of more than 33 million strong voices! Your voice counts – don’t miss your chance to make an impact! This is too important to miss.
VOTE TOMORROW - Tuesday, Nov 5th! Find your voting place at iwillvote.com.
**Need a ride to vote? Reserve a FREE round-trip ride to vote at https://booking.rides2vote.org/
Survivors possess the strength to drive elections, influence community politics, and shift policies and laws. You are part of a significant voting force of more than 33 million strong voices! Your voice counts – don’t miss your chance to make an impact! This is too important to miss.
VOTE TOMORROW - Tuesday, Nov 5th! Find your voting place at iwillvote.com.
**Need a ride to vote? Reserve a FREE round-trip ride to vote at https://booking.rides2vote.org/
