Anyone can experience violence, abuse, or exploitation.
But some of us are statistically more at risk than others. Women and trans women of color, children, elders, and disabled populations are the most likely to have these harms carried out against them. Socially or systemically marginalized people, such as those experiencing poverty, homelessness, racism, or over-policing are also at high risk, as well as refugees and new arrivals. We offer support that spans all of these communities and issues. Many times, the harm someone experiences does not fall under one single definition and may be accompanied by other forms of violence, abuse, and exploitation. All of our services address the complex and interconnected nature of these issues.
Issue Area
Sexual Violence
Sexual violence is attempted or enacted verbal harassment, coercion, unwanted touching, and rape.
Issue Area
Physical Violence
Physical violence is the intentional use of force to hurt someone. This can include hitting, kicking, throwing things, restraint, or using a weapon.
Issue Area
Community Violence
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Community violence is violence against people around us. It can be violence against people we know or strangers we are near in our day-to-day lives.
