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Self-Care Resources for COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Beyond
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Self-Care Resources for COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Beyond

Due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) crisis, it's more important than ever to practice self-care. Our resource guide can help you practice self-care successfully.

March 25, 2020
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
Statements and Press Releases

Adult Survivors Act

The Adult Survivors Act would help adult survivors of sexual abuse in New York State seek justice in the courts.

February 24, 2020
FOIA
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Safe Horizon and ASISTA File FOIA Request Seeking Immigration Policy Data Related to U-Visa Adjudications

“This data is needed to provide a minimum level of transparency on USCIS’ practices as it relates to a critical form of immigration relief for survivors of violence and abuse,” - Evangeline M. Chan, Esq., Director of Safe Horizon’s Immigration Law Project.

February 24, 2020
One Year is Not Enough for Justice_Child Victims Act Extension
Safe Horizon In The News

One Year is Not Enough for Justice

Safe Horizon CEO Ariel Zwang explains why lawmakers should extend the Child Victims Act's lookback window.

January 27, 2020
Statements and Press Releases

Morgan Stanley Expands Partnership with Safe Horizon Through New Grant Supporting the Streetwork Project

Morgan Stanley announces a $1,000,000 grant to benefit Streetwork Project and Child Advocacy Centers that will help young survivors of abuse.

November 19, 2019
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Calling Social Service Professionals: Safe Horizon is Hiring in Staten Island!

Safe Horizon is expanding! We are looking for social service professionals to join our Staten Island programs.

October 24, 2019
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
Safe Horizon In The News

He Sued Over a Priest’s Abuse. Then the Diocese Filed for Bankruptcy.

The Child Victims Act passed and survivors of child sex abuse are filing lawsuits while institutions are trying to run around accountability. Safe Horizon's Michael Polenberg comments.

September 25, 2019
Why I Am Suing My School Brian Toale Child Victims Act quote
Stories

Why I Am Suing My School

"My school allowed a sexual predator access to vulnerable children, including me. Through the Child Victims Act, I will tell my story under oath - allowing me to be seen, heard, and believed by a jury of my peers." - Brian Toale

August 25, 2019
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What to Consider When Picking a Lawyer to File a Sexual Assault Case

If you're a sexual assault survivor looking for advice on how to pick a lawyer to file a civil lawsuit, consult this guide.

July 11, 2019
Sherri Papamihalis Clinical Director Counseling Center
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I Was Abused: Is Legal Action Right For Me?

For adult survivors of abuse, The Child Victims Act creates new avenues for legal recourse, but it that right for you? Our experts explain other ways to heal.

July 11, 2019