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“Leap into BARCC’s Future” Gratitude Event a Success
Wednesday, March 06, 2024   In the Community   Statements  
The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC), a leading advocate and support provider for survivors of sexual violence, is thrilled to announce the…
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Walk for Change 2023
Sunday, April 30, 2023   In the Community  
Over 180 walkers from around Boston came to walk in the rain and wind at DCR's Constitution Beach in East Boston. Survivors, supporters,…
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"I Love You All." BARCC Walk for Change Returns to East Boston
Monday, April 25, 2022   Media   In the Community  
For the first time in three years, the annual BARCC Walk for Change was held in person at DCR's Constitution Beach in East Boston. Hundreds of…
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BARCC Forum Recap: A Conversation with Latoyia Edwards and Grace Talusan
Monday, November 22, 2021   In the Community   Stories of Impact  
Understanding Healing and Social Change: A Conversation with Latoyia Edwards and Grace Talusan of The Body Papers The first BARCC Forum:…
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"We’re Still Here"
Thursday, April 29, 2021   In the Community  
This past Sunday, hundreds of survivors, loved ones, community members, and BARCC supporters gathered online for the 15th Annual Walk for Change to…
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From Trauma to Healing to the Walk for Change
Tuesday, April 13, 2021   In the Community   Stories of Impact  
The following post was written by Jim Holland, a survivor who came to BARCC for counseling and serves as a Survivor Speakers Bureau volunteer.…
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15 Years of Walking to End Sexual Violence
Friday, April 09, 2021   In the Community  
Our Annual Walk for Change is turning 15 this year! That’s 15 years of community. 15 years of healing. 15 years of hope. Even though…
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Just Keep Swimming
Friday, April 09, 2021   In the Community  
Walk for Change Team Spotlight Every year, we’re in awe of all of the people who come together to form a Walk for Change team to support…
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What the Walk for Change Makes Possible
Friday, April 02, 2021   In the Community  
As we did last year, we’ll be meeting on our screens rather than on the streets when we gather for BARCC’s 15th anniversary Walk for…
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Press Release: To Mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Promotes Online Safety
Thursday, April 01, 2021   Media  
Activities Reflect National Theme of Building "Safe Online Spaces" in Era of Increased Digital Connection April is Sexual Assault…
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Do You Know What April Is?
Tuesday, March 23, 2021   In the Community  
Sexual Assault Awareness Month In the past year, many of us have spent much more time online than we did before COVID-19. That’s one reason…
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Registration Open for Walk for Change to Support Survivors of Sexual Assault
Monday, March 15, 2021   Media  
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley to speak at Boston Area Rape Crisis Center’s Virtual 15th Annual Walk for Change on Sunday, April 25…
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An Extraordinary Evening: BARCC’s Virtual Champions for Change Community Celebration
Friday, October 09, 2020   In the Community  
On Thursday, September 24, champions, supporters, staff, and volunteers of the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) gathered online for the…
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Latinx Heritage Month Events | Eventos del Mes de la Herencia Latinx
Monday, September 21, 2020   In the Community  
Scroll down for this message in English. | Continué para leer este mensaje en inglés. Para honrar y celebrar el Mes de Herencia…
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Upcoming Virtual Support Groups
Monday, September 21, 2020   In the Community  
We're excited to announce two upcoming virtual support groups! Both counseling groups will be offered through secure video links. Support Group…
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Calling All Clinicians!
Thursday, September 10, 2020   In the Community  
Free Webinar: Learn How You Can Best Support Survivors during Global Crises Talking about sexual violence is challenging for everyone—even…
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2020 Champion for Change: Toyin Ajayi
Wednesday, August 26, 2020   In the Community  
Awesome. Brilliant. Caring. Those are just three words that people use to describe Toyin Ajayi. Add to that her outstanding commitment to survivors…
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Press Release: Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Announces Virtual Champions for Change Community Celebration for September 24
Thursday, August 13, 2020   Media  
Boston, August 12, 2020—The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) announces today that tickets are available for its 2020 Champions for…
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Virtual Walk for Change Brought Survivors Together from around the World!
Wednesday, May 27, 2020   In the Community  
We couldn’t do the Walk for Change in person this year, but nothing—not even a global pandemic—could stop us from working for…
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The Power of Congresswoman Pressley Supporting Survivors
Wednesday, April 22, 2020   In the Community  
Don’t miss her speak at this weekend’s Virtual Walk for Change Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley is fond of saying, “the people…
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Beacon of Change: Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition
Tuesday, April 21, 2020   In the Community  
Because sexual violence cuts across all racial, ethnic, age, religious, gender, and socioeconomic lines, BARCC is grateful to collaborate with…
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Press Release: Sexual Assault Awareness Month Continues amidst COVID-19
Wednesday, April 01, 2020   Media  
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time nationally dedicated to raising public awareness about sexual violence and educating…
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What Hasn’t Changed
Tuesday, March 31, 2020   In the Community  
As we head into Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), we find ourselves in an unexpected landscape. COVID-19 is changing so much of our lives.…
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Press Release: In Response to COVID-19 State of Emergency, Annual Walk for Change to Be Held Virtually
Wednesday, March 25, 2020   Media  
The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) announces today that in response to the COVID-19 state of emergency in Massachusetts its 14th Annual…
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From Jurassic BARCC to Ew David!
Monday, March 09, 2020   In the Community  
What’s Your Walk for Change Team Name Going to Be? What’s more fun than walking for change? Walking for change together! Whether…
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What the Walk for Change Supports
Tuesday, February 11, 2020   In the Community  
When you walk for change, you support BARCC’s work for change. Thanks in part to funds raised by participants in last year’s walk, we…
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Press Release: Registration Open for Walk for Change to Support Survivors of Sexual Assault
Friday, January 31, 2020   Media  
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center’s 14th Annual Walk for Change Will Take Place April 26 in East Boston Registration is open for the Boston Area…
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Free Days of Recovery Events for Male Survivors
Tuesday, January 14, 2020   In the Community  
Update March 31, 2020: Due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, for the health and safety of everyone, these Days of Recovery events are being…
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Music and Art Healing Workshop: December 16
Tuesday, November 26, 2019   In the Community  
This workshop for survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse, ages 18+, will use art and music as healing tools for grounding and…
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Support Shines for Survivors of Sexual Assault, Harassment, and Abuse at the Champions for Change Gala
Monday, November 04, 2019   In the Community  
This past Friday, more than 500 supporters, volunteers, and staff gathered to celebrate and support survivors of sexual violence at the Boston Area…
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Champion for Change: Cambridge Redevelopment Authority
Wednesday, October 02, 2019   In the Community  
Earlier this year, we received some very bad news: the owner of our building at 93–99 Bishop Allen Drive was putting it up for sale. If a…
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Press Release: Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Announces Annual Champions of Change Gala to Take Place November 1
Tuesday, September 24, 2019   Media  
The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) announces today that tickets are available for its annual Champions for Change Gala & Auction, which…
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Free Fall 2019 Workshops for Survivors
Tuesday, September 17, 2019   In the Community  
We're offering an upcoming series of free educational workshops for all survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse ages 18 and up.…
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Healing Together: Events for Male Survivors Chip Away at Isolation
Monday, July 01, 2019   In the Community  
Male survivors of sexual violence are resilient, but often struggle with identifying as survivors—or being acknowledged by others as…
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Summer 2019 Workshops for Survivors
Tuesday, May 21, 2019   In the Community  
We're offering an upcoming series of free educational workshops for all survivors of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse ages 18 and up.…
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Press Release: Hundreds Gather in Support for Survivors of Sexual Assault and Harassment at Walk for Change
Wednesday, May 01, 2019   Media  
Attendees Raise over $200,000 for the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center as #MeToo Movement Drives Increased Demand for Services The Boston Area Rape…
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Walk for Change: A Fun and Family-Friendly Respite and Celebration
Tuesday, April 23, 2019   In the Community  
In the #MeToo era, there is more public awareness than ever of the scourge of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse. Offenders are being held to…
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The Tradition Continues: Ayanna Pressley to Kick Off the Walk for Change
Thursday, April 18, 2019   In the Community  
The first time Ayanna Pressley received hate mail, it was because she disclosed that she is a survivor of campus sexual violence at a Boston City…
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Sparking Hope for Survivors
Thursday, April 11, 2019   In the Community  
An interview and challenge from BARCC Ambassadors Cathleen Bonner and Rob Almoney As we approach the Walk for Change, just 17 days away, we wanted…
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More than Fundraising: Q&A with Delta Tau Delta of Northeastern
Tuesday, April 09, 2019   In the Community  
As we gear up for the Walk for Change on April 28, we’re excited to see almost 80 teams registered and fundraising to support survivors and…
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