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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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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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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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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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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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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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Skydiving for Survivors
Wednesday, June 05, 2019   In the Community  
One Woman’s 90th Birthday Leap for BARCC Most people wouldn’t think to go skydiving for their 90th birthday. But longtime BARCC…
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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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What You Make Possible When You Walk for Change
Monday, March 11, 2019   In the Community  
Wonder what you’re supporting when you Walk for Change? First and foremost, you’re supporting survivors on their journey of healing and…
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Press Release: Registration for Walk for Change Is Open, New Location Announced
Wednesday, February 20, 2019   Media  
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center’s 13th Annual Walk for Change Will Take Place April 28 in East Boston Registration is open for the Boston Area…
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Press Release: Eastern Bank Honors Gina Scaramella with Community Advocacy Award
Wednesday, January 09, 2019   Media  
For Nearly 20 Years, She Has Developed Solutions to End Sexual Violence and Effectively Respond to and Support Survivors The following press…
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Honoring Trailblazers at the Most Successful Champions for Change Gala Yet
Tuesday, November 13, 2018   In the Community  
This past Friday, nearly 700 supporters, volunteers, and staff celebrated BARCC’s 45th anniversary—and trailblazers, past and present,…
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Press Release: Boston Area Rape Crisis Center to Mark 45th Anniversary with Gala Event
Monday, September 10, 2018   Media  
Celebration Will Include Author Roxane Gay and Dory Cote, BARCC’s Very First Hotline Caller The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC)…
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Want Lasting Change Out of #MeToo? Here’s How.
Monday, July 30, 2018   In the Community  
A few months ago, I was having a conversation with a young couple who wanted to support BARCC, and they asked me an incredible yet simple question:…
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Five Steps to a Successful Walk for Change Team
Tuesday, March 20, 2018   In the Community  
The annual BARCC Walk for Change is fun to attend on your own—and it can be even better with a team! If you want to increase your support for…
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Local Shopping Event to Benefit BARCC, SANE, and Survivors
Thursday, November 30, 2017   In the Community  
Local business Sunny Window is hosting an upcoming shopping event to benefit us and the Massachusetts Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program.…
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A Record-Setting Show of Support at the Champions for Change Gala
Monday, November 06, 2017   In the Community  
Nearly 700 BARCC supporters, volunteers, and staff showed up for survivors this past Friday at our annual Champions for Change Gala & Auction.…
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Press Release: BARCC’s Annual Champions for Change Gala & Auction to Take Place November 3
Tuesday, September 05, 2017   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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Press Release: Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Receives $100K Award for Investment in the Future
Thursday, May 25, 2017   Media  
Award is part of Cummings Foundation $100K for 100 program Cambridge, MA, May 25, 2017―The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) announces…
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More Than 1,700 People Show Up for Survivors at Walk for Change
Friday, April 28, 2017   In the Community  
On April 23, more than 1,700 attendees took part in our Annual Walk for Change, the largest gathering in New England raising awareness of sexual…
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Press Release: More Than 1,700 People Show Up for Survivors of Sexual Violence at Walk for Change
Friday, April 28, 2017   Media  
Attendees raise over $222,000 for the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: media@barcc.org, 617-649-1288 Cambridge, April…
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Press Release: Walk for Change
Monday, March 27, 2017   In the Community  
Join the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center for 11th Annual Walk for Change Show up for survivors on Sunday, April 23 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:…
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Bark for BARCC!
Thursday, March 23, 2017   In the Community  
Cats may rule the internet, but on the streets of Boston, dogs have a special place. That’s why we welcome you to register your pooch to…
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Protecting Your Privacy While Walking for Change
Thursday, January 26, 2017   In the Community  
Every year, our annual Walk for Change is an inspiring day of community, awareness, healing, and hope. Survivors, friends, family members,…
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2016 Champions for Change Gala & Auction Most Successful Yet
Tuesday, November 01, 2016   In the Community  
More than 620 BARCC supporters, volunteers, and staff gathered this past Friday for our annual Champions for Change Gala & Auction. In addition…
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Why We’re Walking Wednesdays, Volume 3
Wednesday, April 03, 2013   In the Community  
It's hard to believe, but we're already at the last Wednesday before the Walk for Change! Online registration is available only until…
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Why We’re Walking Wednedays, Volume 2
Wednesday, March 27, 2013   In the Community  
Hey-o! Wednesday again, which means it's time for another round of Why We're Walking, from BARCC's staff and interns. I walk for…
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Why We’re Walking Wednesdays, Volume 1
Wednesday, March 20, 2013   In the Community  
Around our offices, we're all looking forward to April 7th. Not just because we're tired of snow boots and neutral wool clothes, but…
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New Year’s Resolutions
Wednesday, December 26, 2012   In the Community  
Right about now is when many people, myself and my friends included, start trying to set resolutions for the upcoming year. Perhaps it is to spend…
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The Gala is Fast Approaching!
Tuesday, October 30, 2012   In the Community  
I was one of the lucky people yesterday who did not have to go to work because of Hurricane Sandy. Good thing too, because the T ended up closing…
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Many Reasons. One Goal. Walk for Change.
Thursday, April 19, 2012   In the Community  
There is still time to register for our 7th Annual Walk for Change on April 22nd! You can either register online (and save $5) or at Canal Park on…
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month is Right Around the Corner!
Wednesday, March 21, 2012   In the Community  
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month! It’s that time of year where we all take the time to recognize the survivors who exist within our…
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Fashion for BARCC
Wednesday, December 21, 2011   In the Community  
A new t-shirt was designed exclusively BARCC by the women-owned apparel company, Mer+ge. Mer+ge works to promote self-expression and unity through…
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