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BARCC has helped thousands of survivors and their friends and families get the help and information they need to begin healing. We can help you, too. In addition to the services we provide through our offices, we can help you identify resources in your communities or at your school as well as online. 

BARCC can assist you in working with your local resources—including police, hospitals, legal services, and campus offices—and advocating on your behalf. For example, it is important that you understand your rights before reporting to the police.

General online resources related to sexual violence

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Virtual survivor support workshops

Don't miss our video workshop series that explores self-care, coping, and connection for survivors as we navigate the COVID-19 public health crisis. The series also includes a variety of shorter exercises that can be used on their own or together with the longer sessions.

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Significant others workshops

For partners, friends, and family members of survivors: make sure to check out these workshops for significant others, which address best practices for how you can support survivors throughout their healing journey. 

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Sharing Your Story

A guide for survivors considering publicly sharing their experience. This resource will help you think through goals, options, and potential risks. 

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Hospitals

Information and links to area hospitals, where a survivor can go for a sexual assault exam and evidence collection kit. BARCC medical advocates are available 24-7 for hospital accompaniment.

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Additional support for survivors

Explore a curated list of online resources that provide additional support for survivors.

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Forensic information

The Access to Forensic Information Project ensures that survivors in Massachusetts receive accurate information about their options after an assault, including sexual assault exams and evidence collection. 

Our mission is to end sexual violence. We empower survivors of sexual violence to heal and provide education and advocacy for social change to prevent sexual violence.