MCASA advocates for accessible, compassionate care for survivors of sexual violence, & accountability for all offenders. Follows & RTs do not imply endorsement.
MCASA was in DC w MD's Rape Crisis Centers to advocate for increased funding & discuss the needs of survivors. Thank you @RepGlennIvey for meeting w us & for your cntn'd advocacy for survivors of sexual violence! Your funding advocacy will make a true difference for MD survivors.
MCASA was on the Hill last week with Maryland's Rape Crisis Centers to advocate for increased funding and share information about the needs of survivors. We were honored to meet with Rep. @hoyer_steny and commend his long-standing advocacy for survivors and those who serve them.
MCASA was on the Hill last week with Maryland's Rape Crisis Centers to advocate for increased funding and share information about the needs of survivors. Thank you Senator @ChrisVanHollen for meeting with us!
When LGBTQ+ survivors of SV feel safe & respected theyโre more likely to disclose & accept support. Help create safer environments by actively listening & using words that reflect their identities & experiences. Learn gender- & sxuality-affirming language: https://t.co/y68qSu6mgs
Sexual assault services are available for all survivors in MD. Visit https://t.co/t7nSXRFBGE to find your local rape crisis center; call 211 for local resources; or call MCASA's
@SALIorg: 301-565-2277. And check out @freestatejustice for services and support for LGBTQ+ survivors.
Happy Pride! MCASA proudly supports the LGBTQ+ community. We celebrate the strength & courage of LGBTQ+ survivors of sexual violence, as well as the organizations, like @FreeStateLGBTQ, fighting for equitable rights for LGBTQ+ survivors in Maryland. We see you & we support you.
MCASA's Exec. Dir. Lisae C Jordan testified before the House Judiciary Subcommittee in support of permanent protective orders (HR8481- Kayleighโs Law): https://t.co/BJ6mi6ib0Q
TY to @repraskin & @replucymcbath for inviting us & for their cont'd commitment to empowering survivors!
We were honored to be at the signing today for SB685- Sexual Abuse & Sexual Misconduct Model Response Policy in Schools. This bill req the MD Dept of Education to develop a model sexual abuse & sexual misconduct response policy. TY to the bill's sponsors- Sen. Gile & Del. Bagnall
Rep. Ivey introduced a $5mil amendment to the Legal Assistance for Victims OVW grant prog. We're thrilled it passed- the $ would help MD survivors access critical support. TY @RepGlennIvey for your cont'd advocacy for survivors! On to the Senate!
Special thx to @endsxlviolence
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Natasha Guynes. A survivor and passionate victim advocate, she was a colleague in the fight against power-based violence and sexual exploitation. Her loss will be felt throughout the state.
๐ท John Barber Jr. via The Baltimore Banner
Sexual assault services are available for all survivors in MD. Visit https://t.co/t7nSXRFBGE to find your local rape crisis center; call 211 for local resources; or call MCASA's @SALIorg: 301-565-2277. For AAPI-specific services, visit KCSCโs site: https://t.co/AEf3XBwHxU
This Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month we celebrate the AAPI advocates & organizations providing support to SV survivors. Through community & collaboration organizations like @kcscgw deliver compassionate, culturally-responsive services to AAPI survivors.
The spring edition of Frontline is live! MCASAโs Frontline is a digital newsletter on sexual violence prevention & response. In this edition, we discuss drug-facilitated sexual assault & more. Visit our site for the full articles: https://t.co/LWjCLWs7dB
A young woman w disabilities in MD was sexually assaulted while in the care of a community service provider resulting in pregnancy & a child. Unfortunately, this isn't unusual. Persons w disabilities exp. SA at nearly 3x the rate of ppl without. Read more: https://t.co/VPuNijoDYM
In partnership w @NSVRC MCASA's proud to honor Del. @LukeClippinger w the National Visionary Voice award. As a result of his leadership as Chair of the House Jud. Committee, SA survivors have more access to justice & fair treatment by MD courts. Read more: https://t.co/7WTD8sfCRf
MCASA supports survivors in MD & beyond. We remain committed to this work bc we want to see the day when MD is free of SV. Interested in supporting our work? Consider an annual membership to share your commitment to ending SV. We're stronger together: https://t.co/t0nVFxFNhs