Star Alaska

08/26/2026

Join our Fall 2026 Crisis Line Responder Training and learn how to support survivors through STAR's 24/7 crisis line while making a meaningful difference in our community.

📅 Training Dates: October 3-16, 2026
⏰ Application Deadline: September 15, 2026 (coming up soon!)

Don't miss your opportunity to gain valuable advocacy skills and help ensure that no survivor has to face their journey alone.

💙 Apply today: https://staralaska.com/crisis-line-responders

08/26/2026

We loved connecting with so many students at the UAA Campus Kickoff last weekend!

College should be a place to learn, grow, and feel safe. If you are experiencing stalking, harassment, sexual assault, or relationship abuse on or off campus, STAR is here to help. Call (907) 276-7273 anytime.

It’s back-to-school season, which means students are returning to college campuses across the country!

It’s also an important time to talk about stalking and its impact on college students, especially since young adults ages 18–24 experience the highest rates of stalking.

Understanding the realities of stalking can help raise awareness and remind students that everyone deserves to feel safe on campus!

☎️ If you or someone you know is experiencing stalking, help is available. You’re not alone.

National Domestic Violence Hotline:
Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) OR text “START” to 88788 OR chat online

Source: SPARC - Stalking Prevention, Awareness & Resource Center

08/25/2026

You can still register for tonight's free training session here: https://staralaska.com/darkness-to-light

Hello, August! 🌻

Join STAR on August 25 for a FREE online Stewards of Children® training for adults.

Learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to child sexual abuse and help create a safer community for children.

📅 August 25
💻 Online & Free

Register today: https://staralaska.com/darkness-to-light

08/20/2026

Some conversations are difficult, but they're too important not to have.

In this episode of the East Anchorage Book Club, AWAIC Executive Director Randi Breager talks about the realities of domestic violence in Alaska, the barriers survivors face when seeking safety, and why community support can make all the difference.

For those of us working to prevent violence and support survivors, this isn't just information. These are the experiences our friends, neighbors, family members, and coworkers may be living every day.

We encourage you to listen, learn, and reflect on how each of us can help create a safer community.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4gsSUk1

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available.

AWAIC
www.awaic.org
Crisis Line: (907) 272-0100

STAR
www.staralaska.com
Crisis Line: (907) 276-7273

08/20/2026

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Robin Bronen, a dedicated advocate and champion for justice. We extend our sincere condolences to all who knew and loved her.

May her legacy continue to inspire us all.

08/19/2026

Finale! 💻⭐

We've reached the final installment of our summer series!
Thank you for joining us as we highlighted some of the many resources available through STAR. While this series may be coming to an end, the information, tools, and support available on our website are here 24/7, year-round.

From resources for survivors and their loved ones to prevention and education materials for parents, schools, community groups, and workplaces, our website offers valuable information to help build safer, healthier communities across Alaska.

Whether you're looking to learn more, access support, or strengthen prevention efforts in your organization or community, we encourage you to keep exploring everything STAR has to offer.

🌐 Visit us anytime at www.staralaska.com

Thank you for following along this summer and supporting our mission to end sexual violence through advocacy, intervention, prevention, and education.

08/14/2026

🎉 We're proud to see STAR's expertise taking the national stage!

Next week at the National Sexual Assault Conference in Washington, DC, STAR team members Samantha Mintz-Gentz and Sierra Gregg will present "Centering Wellness in Crisis Work: Combating Vicarious Trauma Through Organizational Wellness."

Their work highlights the importance of supporting those who support survivors, and we couldn't be more excited to see them share their knowledge with colleagues from across the country.

⭐ Join us in congratulating Samantha and Sierra!

08/13/2026

🍂 School is starting soon, and it's important to know about the Red Zone: the period between the start of the fall semester and Thanksgiving break when college students face a higher risk of dating abuse and sexual assault.

As students begin new classes, friendships, and relationships, let's prioritize consent, respect boundaries, and recognize the signs of unhealthy relationships.

💚 STAR's 24/7 Crisis Line is available for anyone affected by sexual assault, dating violence, or abuse: (907) 276-7273.

08/13/2026

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This week, we're highlighting STAR's FY25 Annual Report!

Every crisis line call answered, every survivor supported, and every prevention program delivered was made possible by the dedication of our staff, volunteers, partners, donors, and community supporters. Together, we're advancing STAR's mission of supporting survivors and preventing violence.

See what we accomplished together: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4g4tTLQ

Thank you for standing with STAR and helping make this work possible. 💚

👀 Stay tuned. Our FY26 Annual Report is coming soon!

08/11/2026

☎️ The ANDVSA hotline is available TODAY from 5-7 pm! ☎️

The legal hotline will be open today Aug. 11th 5pm - 7pm!
Share the hotline!

Who should call?
Victims of domestic violence and/or sexual assault who want basic information about their legal rights and options, and referral information from an attorney.

What types of questions can the hotline attorney answer?
General questions about many legal issues, including family and criminal law, landlord/tenant, and immigration issues.

Who will be answering the line?
One of the ANDVSA's volunteer attorneys answers the hotline.