Sexual Assault Center of Family Services

02/05/2020

Healthy relationships are rooted in #Respect. You might be in an unhealthy relationship if...

🍳 Your partner's unpredictable anger has you walking on eggshells.
😠 Your partner pressures you to get what they want.
👊 Your partner hits you, pushes you, or destroys your things.
😢 Your partner humiliates you or calls you names.
💭 Your partner controls you or constantly checks up on you.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Share these signs with a teen in YOUR life, and be sure they know who to talk to if they ever feel bad about a relationship they are in.

#TDVAM2020 #teendatingviolence #healthyrelationships #loveisrespect

02/04/2020

How Human Traffickers are Reaching Kids Online | Family Services

Friendships. Dating Relationships. That's what most human traffickers work to build before #trafficking their victims.

Today, we're sharing what human traffickers are up to on social media and what steps you can take TODAY to protect yourself or your kids.

#onlinesafety #socialmedia #humantrafficking #loveisrespect #teendatingviolenceawarenessmonth

Where it's happening and what parents and teens can do today to avoid the dangers of human trafficking that exist on social media.

02/04/2020

Sexual Assault Center of Family Services's cover photo

01/09/2020

113 children, teens, and adults. That's how many sex trafficking survivors our organization has helped since 2017, including those who called our sexual assault center hotline. At least six of these survivors were age 10 or younger.

On January 11th, YOU can call attention to the problem of human trafficking by wearing 💙BLUE💙 in recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Then, join us from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for a candlelight vigil at Resurrection Parish in Green Bay.

For more ways to get involved, visit 👉http://bit.ly/39TcVgc

#wearbluecampaign #humantrafficking #sextrafficking

01/06/2020

This Wednesday, you can help us fight #humantrafficking in Northeast Wisconsin!

Grab dinner from Noodles & Company on S. Oneida Street in Green Bay from 4-8 PM and show THIS FLYER to donate 25% of your sales to the Sexual Assault Center.

Print it 🖨️or Save it on your Phone 📱 - but please don't forget to show it!

💙💙 #humantraffickingawarenessmonth

01/03/2020

News | Join the Fight Against Human Trafficking

January is #humantraffickingawareness month. All month long, we'll be shining a light on #sextrafficking here in Northeast Wisconsin. You can, too.

Here are 5 ways you can get involved, support survivors, and spread awareness this January! ✊

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Here are 5 ways you can get involved, spread awareness, and support survivors.

01/03/2020

Sexual Assault Center of Family Services's cover photo

10/10/2019

Motorcycle club's heartwarming surprise for crime's most vulnerable victims

We could not be more grateful for the support of this truly incredible group of guys and their families!

Please take a moment to watch this video and learn how Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. continues to help us protect, heal, and care for the youngest victims of sexual assault and abuse.

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A major donation and surprise gift are lifting up local child abuse victims and sex assault survivors.

08/19/2019

We are so grateful to Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. and everyone who attended and/or donated to the 5th Annual: A Ride To Advocate on Saturday, August 10th! 💙💚

The event raised $20,000 to Protect, Heal, and Care for survivors of sexual abuse through the Sexual Assault Center and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center, both programs of Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin. That was their goal, and we are so thankful to everyone who helped reach it!!

Our special thanks also go out to Justen Ragen of OGLEMC and his wife. They generously donated this hand-carved wooden rocking motorcycle to Willow Tree, where it will be added to our play area to help comfort the abused children who we help there.

Thank you, again, to everyone who participated in this year's ride, attended the after party, and donated to our cause. You've given an incredible gift to the children, families, and individuals who need us most.

08/11/2019

We’d like to give a big THANK YOU to all who turned out at the 5th Annual: A Ride to Advocate!

We are especially grateful for everyone who participated in today’s ride, bought a raffle ticket, or made a donation at the event. YOU are truly helping to Protect, Heal, and Care for survivors of sexual assault and child sexual abuse in our community. 💙💚

Our special thanks also go to Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. for hosting this event year after year.

Proceeds from A Ride to Advocate benefit both the Sexual Assault Center and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center, which are both programs of Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin.

Thank you! 🙌

#aridetoadvocate #advocacy #childadvocacy #believesurvivors #protecthealcare

08/08/2019

The 5th Annual: A Ride to Advocate is just TWO days away!

Join Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. and staff from the Sexual Assault Center and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center as we work together to raise important funds for victims of child abuse and sexual assault.

We hope to see you at Wouter's Sports Bar & Grill in Little Suamico. The ride leaves at noon with the after-party kicking off at 4 PM with live music, bucket raffles, a FREE corn roast, and FREE Oconto Masons Booyah (while supplies last)!

For event info, click here 👉 http://bit.ly/30MrQUc

#aridetoadvocate #motorcycleride #advocate #empower #protect #believesurvivors #protecthealcare

08/05/2019

THIS. This is why we support, encourage, and #believesurvivors of sexual assault and abuse 💙💚

Last year, the Sexual Assault Center of Family Services advocated for over 1,000 victims -- including 565 children -- from across Northeast Wisconsin. You can help us support even more victims at the 5th Annual: A Ride to Advocate this Saturday, Aug. 10th.

Event Info 👉 http://bit.ly/30MrQUc

Whether you RIDE or attend the AFTER-PARTY, you'll be helping raise important funds for the Sexual Assault Center of Family Services and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center.

We hope to see you there! Thank you to Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. for putting on this event year after year 💙💚

#aridetoadvocate #motorcycleridewi #littlesuamico #OGLEMC #endsexualassault #preventchildabuse #supportvictims #supportsurvivors #protecthealcare #motivatemonday #empower #encourage

08/02/2019

Tune into WBAY TV-2 at 4 PM to learn more about the 5th Annual: A Ride To Advocate on Saturday, August 10, benefiting the Sexual Assault Center and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center!

Thank you to Sarah Thomsen WBAY for helping to spread the word about this incredible event hosted by Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. 💙💚

#aridetoadvocate #childadvocacy #endchildabuse #sexualassault #believesurvivors #protecthealcare

OGLEMC and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center were able to met with Sarah Thomsen WBAY today. Sarah will have a story on the center and the OGLEMC’s Ride. Check it out tonight at 4 pm. Thank you Sarah!

07/31/2019

The 5th Annual: A Ride to Advocate is next Saturday (8/10), and there's still time to REGISTER to support abused children and sexual assault survivors in our communities!

This year, you don't even need a motorcycle or car to participate...because Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. has secured the first-ever Ride to Advocate 🚍 PARTY BUS ($25/seat...limited spots available)!!

Remember, register by Aug. 5th and you'll gain TWO entries into the riders-only raffle. Not planning to ride?? Feel free to join the party at Wouter's Sports Bar & Grill in Little Suamico at 4 p.m.

Register here 👉 http://bit.ly/2Od1utf

Proceeds will benefit the children, families and individuals we help at our Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center and the Sexual Assault Center of Family Services! 💙💚

#aridetoadvocate #motorcycleride #advocate #childadvocacy #endchildabuse #sexualassault #believesurvivors #protecthealcare

07/29/2019

There are SO MANY reasons to attend the 5th Annual: A Ride to Advocate on August 10th in Little Suamico!

Ride registration is $25/vehicle. Non-riders are welcome to attend the after-ride celebration at Wouter's Sports Bar & Grill.

Click here to sign up 👉 http://bit.ly/2Od1utf

Proceeds will benefit the Sexual Assault Center of Family Services and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center to help victims of sexual assault and child abuse begin to heal.

THANK YOU to Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc. for once again putting on this event, and to Overhead Door Company of Green Bay for sponsoring!!

#aridetoadvocate #motorcycleride #wisconsin #endchildabuse #supportsurvivors #endsexualassault #believevictims #protecthealcare

07/26/2019

There's still time to register for the 5th Annual: A Ride To Advocate on Saturday, August 10th benefiting the Sexual Assault Center and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center!

All Motorcycles and Classic, Custom, Hot Rod, and Sports Motor Vehicles are welcome. OR, register to board the first-ever Ride to Advocate Party Bus! Plus, if you register by August 5th you'll receive two entries into the riders-only raffle!

Not planning to ride? Join us for the after-party at Wouters Sports Bar & Grill in Little Suamico for bucket raffles, live music, FREE Oconto Masons Booyah and a FREE corn roast (while supplies last)!!

Proceeds will 💙💚Protect, Heal, and Care for victims of child abuse and sexual assault in our communities.

To sign up, click here 👉http://bit.ly/30MrQUc

#ridetoadvocate #believesurvivors #endchildabuse #protecthealcare #motorcycleride #motorcycles #classiccars

07/24/2019

For a survivor of sexual assault or abuse, having an ADVOCATE means having someone in your corner no matter what. Someone to sit with you in court, to comfort and encourage you, and to connect you with resources to help you heal.

On August 10th, you can help us support survivors of all ages at the 🏍 5th Annual: A Ride To Advocate hosted by Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc.!

Whether you register for the ride or stop by the after-party at Wouters Sports Bar & Grill, YOU will be helping raise important funds to support victims of sexual assault and child sexual abuse in our community.

For more info, click here 👉 http://bit.ly/30MrQUc

#aridetoadvocate #advocacy #childadvocacy #sexualassault #childabuse #believesurvivors #supportsurvivors #motorcycleride #OGLEMC

07/08/2019

The Dating Advice Therapists Give Sexual Assault Survivors

Intimacy after any type of sexual violence is often incredibly difficult. Thankfully, there are therapeutic ways to start regaining trust, control, and comfort within relationships.

If you are looking for further help in your healing process, we can connect you to a therapist that understands this type of trauma. Just call our 24/7 hotline to learn more about your options.

Jane on "Big Little Lies" is starting to date years after being raped. Here's the advice therapists give real people in the same situation.

07/05/2019

My Best Friends Didn’t Believe I Was Raped. Here’s How That Affected My Trauma.

"I have learned not to be deterred if family or friends don’t support you, because there will be at least one person who will...And sometimes, one is all it takes."

Their doubts made me question the legitimacy of my own trauma.

07/05/2019

Happy Fourth of July from our Mascot Johnny Cash!

06/29/2019

Come check out Family Services at Whitney Park today (3-8pm). Food trucks, free music, bounce houses and plenty of community resources. Thank you #LoveGB !

06/24/2019

Sexual Assault and the LGBTQ Community | Human Rights Campaign

Knowing the stats is not enough. We also need to take steps to create safe spaces for survivors to come forward.

Our office AND hotlines are 24/7, confidential, safe zones.

According to the CDC, lesbian, gay and bisexual people experience sexual violence at similar or higher rates than heterosexuals.

06/20/2019

The First National Monument To Survivors Of Sexual Violence Is Now On Display

If you missed this, be sure to check out pictures of the Monument Quilt that was displayed earlier this month, by clicking link below!!

The Monument Quilt features thousands of stories of gender-based violence and will be featured on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., this weekend.

06/05/2019

Sexual Assault Center of Family Services's cover photo

06/05/2019

Sexual Assault Center of Family Services

06/05/2019

Sexual Assault Center of Family Services's cover photo

05/27/2019

#MeToo Isn’t Just for Adults - Essence

"We must also push to better include children and teenagers in the discussion, particularly girls of color, and in our efforts, to address the myriad issues that make sexual abuse, harassment and assault as commonplace as they are today."

There is still a tremendous lack of attention paid to teens that represent both the population that is most vulnerable to sexual violence and our greatest hope for transforming the culture that begets that violence.

05/22/2019

Why Abusive Grooming Is So Dangerous – And Can Be Hard To Spot

"While the term is used most commonly in reference to childhood sexual abuse, adults can also be groomed for abuse and domestic violence...We all have vulnerabilities--that's why anyone can be a target."

Every moment of HBO's documentary Leaving Neverland — about Wade Robson and James Safechuck, two men who allege that Michael Jackson sexually abused them as children — is heart-breaking. But some of the film's most chilling moments occur in the…

05/20/2019

A Rare Sight At Brigham Young University As Students Protest The Honor Code Office

"Students allege that the university is mistreating victims of sexual assault and harassment, especially women and LGBTQ students. They say the administration has used the code against victims, and some say they have been punished for reporting their own sexual assaults."

Students allege that the university is mistreating victims of sexual assault and harassment, especially women and LGBTQ students.

05/15/2019

Sexual Assault Within Military Is On The Rise

"Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan wrote a memo to all the services. He said, quote, "this is unacceptable. We must and will do better."

The Pentagon's anonymous survey of sexual assault in the military shows a sharp increase. It's unclear whether this is due to more reporting or more instances of assault.

05/13/2019

Not Enough Apologies: Trauma Stories

Click below & tune in TONIGHT at 8pm to see a new documentary from Wisconsin Public Television!

Explore how adverse childhood experiences can result in changes to the brain, leading to cascading behavioral and mental health problems. Discover how service providers across Wisconsin are working to be responsive to trauma in efforts to change the trajectory for affected children.

04/25/2019

Last night, we proudly awarded Door County District Attorney Colleen Nordin and Green Bay Police Department Detective Cassie Pakkala with the 2019 Excellence in Advocacy Award 🏆

Colleen and Cassie work closely with Family Services' Sexual Assault Center and Willow Tree Cornerstone Child Advocacy Center to support victims of sexual assault and child sexual abuse.

Their compassion and commitment to survivors and their families is truly making a difference in our communities. We'd like to thank Colleen, Cassie and all our incredible partners for joining us in believing and supporting survivors. We could not do this work without YOU!! 💙💚

#excellenceinadvocacy #advocacy #saam19 #sexualassaultawareness #childabuseprevention #believesurvivors #protecthealcare

04/25/2019

Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault

Thank you to Sexual Assault Center of Family Services, Sacc Advocates, Advocates of Ozaukee, Wise Women Gathering Place, Safe Harbor of Sheboygan County, and WCASA Board Member Nate Zimdars for advocating for increased funding for sexual assault services and prevention at the Joint Finance Committee Public Hearing in Green Bay yesterday!

04/25/2019

A powerful evening at the Meyer Theatre in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month

A powerful evening at the Meyer Theatre in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month

04/24/2019

We are ready to present Unheard Voices: Let's Listen tonight at 6 PM at the Meyer Theatre!

We realize there may be survivors of sexual assault or abuse who attend. If you need to talk or are in need of help, please know that our advocates will be available before, during and after the performance.

We hope you'll join us to learn more about breaking the silence and reducing the stigma that sexual assault survivors often face.

Event info 👉 http://bit.ly/2VrmOxC

#unheard19 #saam19 #sexualassaultawareness #childabuseprevention #believesurvivors