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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.

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of sexual assault. It can get better.

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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
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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.”

Isabella, Survivor and Volunteer

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We Heal. We Educate. We Empower. We Advocate. We Create Change. WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence
Self-care is a vital part of healing. Take a deep breath and remember that it's okay to prioritize your well-being. Whether you're in need of comfort, compassion, rest, hope, support, or healing, we're here to support you on your journey.

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, please call our 24/7 hotline for support 215-985-3333

Self-care is a vital part of healing. Take a deep breath and remember that it`s okay to prioritize your well-being. Whether you`re in need of comfort, compassion, rest, hope, support, or healing, we`re here to support you on your journey.

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, please call our 24/7 hotline for support 215-985-3333
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Are you a caregiver, parent or educator? WOAR is now offering FREE parenting classes on how to prevent child sexual abuse for the children in your life. Sign up today and take the first step towards creating a safer environment for kids, you don't want to miss it! It's easy to sign up - call 215-985-3315 or email Chelsea@WOAR.org or Kiara@WOAR.org.

Are you a caregiver, parent or educator? WOAR is now offering FREE parenting classes on how to prevent child sexual abuse for the children in your life. Sign up today and take the first step towards creating a safer environment for kids, you don`t want to miss it! It`s easy to sign up - call 215-985-3315 or email Chelsea@WOAR.org or Kiara@WOAR.org. ...

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is only days away, and we are excited to honor the experiences of victims and survivors of sexual violence. There will be plenty of opportunities to get involved, learn, have fun, grab some swag, and give back with WOAR! 

Join us this month as we unite to learn, share, and take action to prevent sexual violence with this year's SAAM theme "United to Prevent Sexual Violence". 

Save the date and plan to attend these upcoming SAAM Events:

•	SAAM Day of Action and Teal Day Press Conference co-sponsored by the Mayor’s Office of Engagement for Women. Register for the event at https://tinyurl.com/TealDay2024 

•	SAAM Happy Hour at Love City Brewing, one of the WOAR Certified Safe Bars. Check out Love City Brewing here: https://lovecitybrewing.com/ Date and time coming soon!

•	Philadelphia Survivor March: Unite! To Prevent Sexual Violence - this is an event you do not want to miss! Register for the event at https://tinyurl.com/SurvivorMarch2024 

We can all take actions to make others feel safe and help if they are sexually assaulted, abused, or harassed. We can share information about options, like how to contact WOAR and where to find WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence. 

Together, we can unite around Philadelphia communities where being a good neighbor is the norm, setting boundaries is celebrated, and holding people who cause sexual harm responsible is the standard. We invite everyone to unite with us to prevent sexual abuse, assault, and harassment now and throughout the year. 

Please make sure to visit our SAAM 2024 web page often at https://tinyurl.com/WOARSAAM2024 and our social media channels to stay up to date throughout April. We hope to see you at all of these exciting events!

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is only days away, and we are excited to honor the experiences of victims and survivors of sexual violence. There will be plenty of opportunities to get involved, learn, have fun, grab some swag, and give back with WOAR!

Join us this month as we unite to learn, share, and take action to prevent sexual violence with this year`s SAAM theme "United to Prevent Sexual Violence".

Save the date and plan to attend these upcoming SAAM Events:

• SAAM Day of Action and Teal Day Press Conference co-sponsored by the Mayor’s Office of Engagement for Women. Register for the event at https://tinyurl.com/TealDay2024

• SAAM Happy Hour at Love City Brewing, one of the WOAR Certified Safe Bars. Check out Love City Brewing here: https://lovecitybrewing.com/ Date and time coming soon!

• Philadelphia Survivor March: Unite! To Prevent Sexual Violence - this is an event you do not want to miss! Register for the event at https://tinyurl.com/SurvivorMarch2024

We can all take actions to make others feel safe and help if they are sexually assaulted, abused, or harassed. We can share information about options, like how to contact WOAR and where to find WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence.

Together, we can unite around Philadelphia communities where being a good neighbor is the norm, setting boundaries is celebrated, and holding people who cause sexual harm responsible is the standard. We invite everyone to unite with us to prevent sexual abuse, assault, and harassment now and throughout the year.

Please make sure to visit our SAAM 2024 web page often at https://tinyurl.com/WOARSAAM2024 and our social media channels to stay up to date throughout April. We hope to see you at all of these exciting events!
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People who commit sexual violence often target individuals who seem vulnerable due to poverty, gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, or immigration status. Poverty is among the root causes of sexual violence and often has a daily presence in a victim’s life. The link between poverty and sexual violence: “Sexual violence can jeopardize a person’s economic well being, often leading to homelessness, unemployment, interrupted education and health, mental health, and other daily stressors and struggles. In turn, living without one’s basic needs met can increase a person’s risk for sexual victimization.” 

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Call our 24/7 hotline 215-985-3333.

People who commit sexual violence often target individuals who seem vulnerable due to poverty, gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, or immigration status. Poverty is among the root causes of sexual violence and often has a daily presence in a victim’s life. The link between poverty and sexual violence: “Sexual violence can jeopardize a person’s economic well being, often leading to homelessness, unemployment, interrupted education and health, mental health, and other daily stressors and struggles. In turn, living without one’s basic needs met can increase a person’s risk for sexual victimization.”

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, you are not alone. We can help. Call our 24/7 hotline 215-985-3333.
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WOAR offers an 8-10 week closed group for women 18 and older who have been sexually abused as children or sexually assaulted as an adult. The goal is to provide women an opportunity to express their emotions, receive support from others who have experienced sexual violence, understand the dynamics of abuse, learn coping skills, and improve their self-esteem. 
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, please call our 24/7 hotline for support 215-985-3333.

WOAR offers an 8-10 week closed group for women 18 and older who have been sexually abused as children or sexually assaulted as an adult. The goal is to provide women an opportunity to express their emotions, receive support from others who have experienced sexual violence, understand the dynamics of abuse, learn coping skills, and improve their self-esteem.
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, please call our 24/7 hotline for support 215-985-3333.
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We're searching for our next dynamic Executive Director! Could it be you? 

Read the message from Board President Joanne R. Strauss here: http://tinyurl.com/ExecDirSearch 

Check out the job description: https://www.woar.org/join-our-team/

We`re searching for our next dynamic Executive Director! Could it be you?

Read the message from Board President Joanne R. Strauss here: http://tinyurl.com/ExecDirSearch

Check out the job description: https://www.woar.org/join-our-team/
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Sexual violence can be stopped. WOAR's tailored workshops for businesses, schools, and community groups provide customized sessions that offer prevention strategies for adults, professionals, parents, teens, and children. Be a part of the movement to end sexual violence and make your community a safer space.

Sexual violence can be stopped. WOAR`s tailored workshops for businesses, schools, and community groups provide customized sessions that offer prevention strategies for adults, professionals, parents, teens, and children. Be a part of the movement to end sexual violence and make your community a safer space. ...

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Are you a caregiver, parent, or educator? WOAR is now offering FREE parenting classes on how to prevent child sexual abuse for the children in your life. Sign up today and take the first step towards creating a safer environment for kids, you don't want to miss it! It's easy to sign up - call 215-985-3315 or email Chelsea@WOAR.org or Kiara@WOAR.org.

Are you a caregiver, parent, or educator? WOAR is now offering FREE parenting classes on how to prevent child sexual abuse for the children in your life. Sign up today and take the first step towards creating a safer environment for kids, you don`t want to miss it! It`s easy to sign up - call 215-985-3315 or email Chelsea@WOAR.org or Kiara@WOAR.org. ...

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The goal of Trauma Processing Yoga Group is to significantly reduce post traumatic stress (PTSD), address neurological, physiological, and emotional changes that result from adverse experiences and empower clients through establishing choice. *To participate in this group, you must attend individual therapy with WOAR. Please call 215-985-3333 to get the help and assistance you need to heal.

The goal of Trauma Processing Yoga Group is to significantly reduce post traumatic stress (PTSD), address neurological, physiological, and emotional changes that result from adverse experiences and empower clients through establishing choice. *To participate in this group, you must attend individual therapy with WOAR. Please call 215-985-3333 to get the help and assistance you need to heal. ...

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This was not your fault. You did not choose this, no matter what people say or don’t say. You are not alone. We’ve been there and we will be here for you if you ever need us. If you, or someone you know, has been affected by sexual assault, violence or abuse, please call 215-985-3333 anytime, day or night, 24/7.

This was not your fault. You did not choose this, no matter what people say or don’t say. You are not alone. We’ve been there and we will be here for you if you ever need us. If you, or someone you know, has been affected by sexual assault, violence or abuse, please call 215-985-3333 anytime, day or night, 24/7. ...

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Join our dynamic team as our new executive director!

We are actively seeking an experienced and motivated individual to lead our organization to new heights. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Don't miss your chance to make a significant impact - apply today!

Read the message from Board President Joanne R. Strauss here: http://tinyurl.com/ExecDirSearch 

To access the job description for WOAR’s next Executive Director, please follow this link: 
https://www.woar.org/join-our-team/

Join our dynamic team as our new executive director!

We are actively seeking an experienced and motivated individual to lead our organization to new heights. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be the opportunity you`ve been waiting for. Don`t miss your chance to make a significant impact - apply today!

Read the message from Board President Joanne R. Strauss here: http://tinyurl.com/ExecDirSearch

To access the job description for WOAR’s next Executive Director, please follow this link:
https://www.woar.org/join-our-team/
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Are you a caregiver, parent or educator? WOAR is now offering FREE parenting classes on how to prevent child sexual abuse for the children in your life. Sign up today and take the first step towards creating a safer environment for kids, you don't want to miss it! It's easy to sign up - call 215-985-3315 or email Chelsea@WOAR.org or Kiara@WOAR.org.

Are you a caregiver, parent or educator? WOAR is now offering FREE parenting classes on how to prevent child sexual abuse for the children in your life. Sign up today and take the first step towards creating a safer environment for kids, you don`t want to miss it! It`s easy to sign up - call 215-985-3315 or email Chelsea@WOAR.org or Kiara@WOAR.org. ...

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