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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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"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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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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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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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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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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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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Media: Walk for Change
Tuesday, June 18, 2019   Media  
The 2019 Walk for Change brought more than 1,500 people to DCR's Constitution Beach in East Boston. Here's a sample of media coverage from…
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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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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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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: More Than 1,900 People Show Support for Survivors at Walk for Change
Tuesday, April 24, 2018   Media  
Attendees Raise Over $245,000 for the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center in Midst of #MeToo The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) announces today…
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A Word to the Walkers from a BARCC Founder
Sunday, April 22, 2018   In the Community  
The following note was written by Janet Yassen, one of BARCC’s founders 45 years ago, to all the people gathered at the BARCC Walk for Change…
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Media: April 22 Walk to Highlight Sexual Violence
Thursday, April 19, 2018   Media  
Chris Lovett, of Boston Neighborhood Network News, interviewed BARCC Advocacy and Legislative Affairs Manager Katia Santiago-Taylor about the Walk…
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Media: In #MeToo Era, BARCC Walk for Change Extra-Special for Survivors of Sexual Assault
Thursday, April 19, 2018   Media  
BARCC Survivor Speaker Volunteer Kim Warnick was on the cover of Metro Boston this week to talk about the Walk for Change and what it's like to…
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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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Envision a World without Sexual Assault and Harassment with Jaclyn Friedman
Friday, March 30, 2018   In the Community  
Coauthor of Yes Means Yes to Speak at Walk for Change On April 22, thousands of people will gather at the BARCC Walk for Change. People of all…
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Walk for Change—Fun for the Whole Family!
Wednesday, March 28, 2018   In the Community  
Surviving sexual assault is serious business. Advocating for sexual assault survivors is serious business. Loving and supporting a survivor is…
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Press Release: Walk for Change Offers Opportunity to Show Up for Survivors amid #MeToo
Wednesday, March 28, 2018   Media  
BARCC’s 12th annual Walk for Change features keynote speeches by author and activist Jaclyn Friedman and Boston City Councilor Ayanna…
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#Bark4BARCC at the Walk for Change
Friday, March 23, 2018   In the Community  
Walk for Change participants are greeted at the park every year by BARCC staff and volunteers, their fellow walkers, and a lot of happy dogs. One…
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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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Healing with Family at the Walk for Change
Monday, March 12, 2018   In the Community  
More than 10 years ago, Anne Reed came to BARCC looking for help. Today, she and her family are regulars at the annual Walk for Change: lining up…
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When You Walk, You Support Services that Change Lives
Friday, February 23, 2018   In the Community  
When you participate in BARCC’s Walk for Change—as a walker or by giving money to a walker—you’re investing in free…
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