by Mary Maupai | Apr 15, 2015 | Events & Happenings
The Junior Federated Women’s Club of Chester invites women ages 14 and up to attend a 2-hour self-defense seminar at Dong’s Karate of Chesterfield on Sunday, April 26. Hopefully you’ll never have to physically defend yourself from harm, but this...
by Mary Maupai | Apr 6, 2015 | Survivor Stories
After someone experiences sexual assault, the emotional and psychological impact of that trauma can be much more devastating than the physical injuries. It’s common for a survivor of sexual assault to feel alone, afraid, anxious or sad. They may also feel guilty,...
by Mary Maupai | Mar 26, 2015 | Updates & Changes
During her time as director, Durrant has seen Safe Harbor’s counseling and advocacy services expand to reach and support more members of the community.On March 31,2015 we say farewell to our Director of Counseling and Advocacy, Vanessa Durrant. Durrant and her...
by Mary Maupai | Mar 24, 2015 | Community Support, Events & Happenings, State & National
Click here to read the original post about Running Heals. March 14, 2015 marked the 20th anniversary of the day Beth Strother lost her life to intimate partner violence. To honor Beth’s memory, runner Becky Loos decided to dedicate her race in the NYC Half...
by Mary Maupai | Mar 19, 2015 | Community Support, Events & Happenings
Denim Day is an international sexual assault awareness campaign that began in Italy more than 20 years ago. The inspiration came from the 1992 case of a young girl who was raped by the driving instructor of a behind-the-wheel class. The perpetrator was arrested, tried...
by Mary Maupai | Mar 18, 2015 | Events & Happenings, Safe Harbor News
Got lunch plans on April 16? Join us from 12-1:30 pm to chat about advocating for survivors of sexual assault. Some of us are great volunteers when it comes to crisis situations, but providing hospital accompaniment and other direct services aren’t for everyone....
by Mary Maupai | Mar 18, 2015 | Community Awareness, Events & Happenings
Why should we care about sexual assault? Because it affects us all. Every 2 minutes, someone is sexually assaulted in the United States. Throughout April, we’re drawing attention to an issue that affects the safety of our community: sexual violence. This issue...
by Mary Maupai | Mar 11, 2015 | Events & Happenings
Call your babysitter and make sure you’re joining us at 6:30 on April 1! We’re kicking off Sexual Assault Awareness Month with a fun evening of free appetizers and generous glasses of discounted wine at the Wine Loft, thanks to RichmondMom.com! Wine Down...
by Mary Maupai | Mar 11, 2015 | Events & Happenings
We’re teaming up with the YWCA Richmond to commemorate Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April, and we’re drawing attention to the importance of consent. Sexual assault affects everyone, but we all have the power to prevent sexual violence in our...
by Mary Maupai | Feb 18, 2015 | Events & Happenings, Safe Harbor News
Honor Beth Strother by raising funds to support survivors of intimate partner violence.Becky Loos will be strapping on her running shoes on March 15th and taking on the New York City Half Marathon. The date of the run is important – she is running to honor the memory...
