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Media: ‘We All Have a Role to Play’: How Bystanders Can Help Prevent Sexual Assaults
Thursday, April 08, 2021   Media  
Sue O'Connell of NECN recently interviewed Casey Corcoran, BARCC's youth sexual violence prevention education director, to talk about…
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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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You Don’t Need to Be a Superhero
Tuesday, March 30, 2021   In the Community  
Being an Active Bystander Online As we were getting ready for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we talked with Casey Corcoran, BARCC’s youth…
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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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Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Midst of COVID-19
Friday, April 17, 2020   In the Community  
The COVID-19 public health crisis has created upheaval in all of our lives, and it can be especially traumatic for survivors of sexual or domestic…
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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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Connection and Coping during Challenging Times
Wednesday, April 01, 2020   In the Community  
To put it simply: things are hard right now. You might be worried about your health and your loved ones’ health. You might be grieving a…
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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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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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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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Start by Believing: Cambridge
Monday, April 01, 2019   In the Community  
Make Cambridge a community that starts by believing survivors of sexual harassment, assault, and abuse! Together, let's end the silence and…
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Press Release: Upcoming Walk for Change Spurs Action in the #MeToo Movement
Monday, April 01, 2019   Media  
Walk to Feature Keynote Speech by Representative Ayanna Pressley The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center’s 13th annual Walk for Change will take…
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Take Care and Take Action this April
Friday, March 29, 2019   In the Community  
As we head into Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) next week, the #MeToo movement continues. Reports of sexual assault and harassment are…
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Media Advisory: BARCC Experts Available to Discuss Issues Related to Sexual Assault During Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April
Friday, March 29, 2019   Media  
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time dedicated to raising public awareness about sexual violence and educating communities on how…
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Educational Workshops for Survivors in April
Thursday, February 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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How Do You Embrace Your Voice?
Monday, April 02, 2018   In the Community  
As we head into Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), we’re excited to launch a new resource for survivors and invite you to several BARCC…
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Media Advisory: Experts Available for Media during Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April
Monday, March 12, 2018   Media  
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Available to Discuss Issues Related to Sexual Assault April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time…
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Media: Shedding New Light on Sex Assault Epidemic
Friday, April 28, 2017   Media  
BARCC Executive Director Gina Scaramella appeared on NECN's The Take with Sue O'Connell on April 27, discussing recent high-profile cases…
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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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Tips for Talking about Sexual Violence
Monday, April 24, 2017  
Engaging family members, friends, and others A man walks up to two feminists at a women’s march. While pointing at a sign that reads…
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Media: Events Raise Awareness on Sexual Assaults
Thursday, April 20, 2017   Media  
BARCC Executive Director Gina Scaramella appeared yesterday on Boston Neighborhood Network News, talking about Sexual Assault Awareness Month,…
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Op-Ed: 3 Ways You Can Help End Sexual Assault
Thursday, April 13, 2017   Media  
In her latest op-ed for WGBH News, BARCC Executive Director Gina Scaramella reflects on Sexual Assault Awareness Month in today's cultural…
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Press Release: April Is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Thursday, March 30, 2017   Media   In the Community  
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center will hold events and be available to local media. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Boston, March 30, 2017—April is Sexual…
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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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Awareness into Action
Tuesday, March 21, 2017   In the Community  
Celebrating Sexual Assault Awareness Month In recent months, we’ve seen people across the nation join together in opportunities to visibly…
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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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Get Involved!
Thursday, April 21, 2011   In the Community  
Sexual Assault Awareness Month isn’t over yet, and there are still lots of ways you can get involved and support BARCC and our mission! We…
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