Boston Area Rape Crisis Center

Empowering Survivors, Ending Sexual Violence

We are here to help you. We offer free, confidential services to empower and heal all survivors of sexual violence ages 12 and older, and their loved ones, regardless of when the violence occurred. Together, we take action to end sexual violence through education, advocacy, and social change.

Make AN Impact

Join Us for Walk for Change 2025 on Sunday, April 27!

The 19th annual Walk for Change will take place on April 27 at DCR’s Constitution Beach. Register today and make plans to walk with us to end sexual violence!

A special thank you to our Walk for Change 2025 Changemaker sponsor, Encore Boston Harbor!

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Education & Prevention

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Learn About Sexual Violence

Understand consent, build empathy for survivors, and start spreading awareness.

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Request a Training or Workshop

Bring our expertise to your school, business, team, or community.

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Join Youth Leadership Corps

High School students are leading the movement to end sexual violence!

Barcc updates

Join the Conversation

Stay informed and engaged with BARCC’s latest insights, news, and resources on sexual violence prevention, survivor support, and advocacy.

  • April 10, 2025
    Walk for Change

    Why I’m Still Walking: Jesse’s Story

    When Jesse came to her first Walk for Change in 2008, it looked very different from the event we know today. Over the years, the route has changed from the CambridgeSide Galleria to Arsenal Park and now to Constitution Beach. The crowd has grown, from dozens to hundreds. It went virtual during the height of the COVID pandemic. The event...

  • April 9, 2025
    Events

    Art & Self-Care for Survivors

    Art & Self-Care for Survivors This workshop is centered around art and self-care. You’ll connect with fellow survivors while using art as a healing tool for grounding and relaxation. Activities will include guided meditations, drawing, coloring, painting with watercolors, and using mixed media. You will not be asked to share personal experiences. Survivors of all gender identities and presentations...

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    April 9, 2025
    Walk for Change

    Exciting Raffle Prizes at the Walk for Change!

    Concerts, gift cards, and books, oh my! Make sure to enter our raffle at the Walk this year to win one of these incredible prizes from local businesses. We will keep this list updated as our list of prizes grows!  Want to donate a gift to our raffle? Email Helen at hfrazer@barcc.org! $25 gift card to Mamaleh's $25 gift card...

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    April 8, 2025
    Events

    The Impact of Sexual Trauma on Trust & Boundaries

    The Impact of Sexual Trauma on Trust & Boundaries In this workshop, we will focus on examining how sexual violence impacts our sense of trust and boundaries. We’ll talk about disclosure and help you develop a sense of ownership of your story, we’ll do an activity to help define your boundaries, and talk about ways to build trust...

Our Promise to You

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Personalized Care

Our dedicated team provides personalized support to every survivor, ensuring they receive the care they deserve.

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Confidentiality

We prioritize confidentiality and respect the privacy of every individual who seeks our support.

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Barrier-Free Access

We work tirelessly to eliminate barriers that might prevent survivors from accessing our services, ensuring that help is always within reach.

Personalized Care for Survivors

Immediate Response 
Services

Our highly trained and supervised volunteer counselors and staff are available to support survivors of sexual violence, their families and friends, and providers. You can reach the hotline by phone 24-7 at 800-841-8371 or web chat 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. every day for immediate support. You may also call the hotline to request a BARCC medical advocate at local hospitals.

Counseling

Our clinical team provides short-term individual, couples, family, and group counseling with licensed clinicians and trained counselors for survivors of sexual violence and their families and friends. We work with survivors and their loved ones to find their strengths, to understand the impact of trauma on their lives, to build and use coping skills, and to explore ways to heal and thrive.

Legal Advocacy

Our legal advocacy team helps survivors understand their legal rights and options in the aftermath of sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking, and other forms of sexual violence. We assist survivors as they navigate the civil and criminal legal systems, including educational remedies, advocating for survivors’ privacy and safety in every aspect of their life. If survivors need representation, we can help you find an appropriate resource.

Immigration

BARCC offers free, trauma-informed services to survivors regardless of their immigration status. Our immigration team helps survivors file for humanitarian immigration relief as well as consultation around additional needs.

Case Management

We work directly with survivors and significant others to assist with their immediate and long-term health, housing, financial, and safety needs. This includes providing information and comprehensive support to survivors in accessing health insurance, housing funds, emergency shelter, affordable housing, victim compensation, public benefits, and more.

Our Sponsors

Eastern Bank
Emcore Boston Harbor
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