The Sexual Assault Center of Family Services provides services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to victims of sexual violence, and their families and friends. Sensitive services are provided to all victims regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation or disability. A culturally diverse staff is available at the Sexual Assault Center to the Hispanic, Native American, Southeast Asian and African American communities. The Sexual Assault Center also provides services that are sensitive to the needs of the developmentally disabled, elderly and LGBTQ
(lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning) populations.
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Professionals and trained volunteers are available to provide services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Services include : - Crisis Intervention & Supportive Counseling - Medical Advocacy - Legal Advocacy - Follow-up Assistance - Specialized Services to Vulnerable Populations - Community Education and Awareness All services are confidential and free of charge. However, by state law we are mandated to report information of sexual assault or activity for anyone under the age of 18 to County Human Services. In addition to Brown County, the Sexual Assault Center also provides support and advocacy to sexual assault and sexual harassment victims in Door, Oconto, and Marinette Counties. Door County: 827 North 8th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 (920)-746-8996 Oconto County: 512 Brazeau Ave.Oconto WI 54153 (920)-846-2111 Marinette County: 1907 Ella Court, Marinette, WI 54143 (715)-732-7300
Mission: Supporting all people through life's challenges and transitions.
Sometimes confidants to whom a survivor discloses can ask seemingly innocent questions that can trigger self-doubt and prevent victims from reporting to police. They may also question what they did wrong and believe it was their fault.
What can you do to support a victim: remain calm, believe them, listen, assure support, and avoid judgmental language.
Sometimes it can be hard to find a way to bring up topics like “consent” and “body autonomy” with your kids. This article can help you find a book that gets that conversation started.
Teaching consent and bodily autonomy can be tough for some — let these children's books help you to explain those important concepts to your kids.
Oppression is a root cause of sexual violence. Inequality and sexual violence are linked, and perpetrators may target people with less perceived power. Some factors may include:
• Age
• Disability
• Gender identity
• Immigration status
• Income
• Political identity
• Race or ethnicity
• Religious or spiritual
beliefs
• Sexual orientation
Inequalities can result in less access to information and resources, which makes it harder to get help. Please share to help spread awareness for sexual assault survivors.
The Survivors Agenda is an amazing organization to continue learning and find new resources. Go to survivorsagenda.org for more information.
Many of us are survivors, too; so we know that empowering others through empathy is a part of our own healing journeys.
What Makes Some People More Resilient Than Others
The very earliest days of our lives, and our closest relationships, can offer clues about how we cope with adversity.
Today is International Self Care Day! Let us know how you practice self care
It's important to stay healthy and strong to continue the fight for social justice. Here are some tips to keep us moving forward.
We need to keep our tanks full so we can keep our collective foot on the gas.
YWCA Greater Green Bay
"Each Time A Woman Stands Up For Herself. Without
Knowing It Possibly Without Calming It, She Stands Up For All Women"
The goal of the YWCA is to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. We celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which stated people could not denied the right to vote no matter the sex, and granting women the right to vote. This is a dream that the women before us wanted and now 100 years later, we as women have come so far! No matter your political views, PLEASE VOTE and use your voice that was once silenced for so long!!!
In conjunction with the 100th anniversary, please DO NOT FORGET to register for:
The Women of Vision Luncheon August 18,2020
Visit the YWCA Greater Green Bay website for more information.
#empower #womenwithvison #Vote #YWCA #YWCAGreaterGreenBay
The Sexual Assault Center is looking for volunteer advocates!
We provide 24/7 crisis response to survivors of sexual assault and their family and friends. We rely on volunteer advocates to assist in 24 hour coverage outside of business hours. Volunteers are able to set their own schedule and are only required to cover three shifts each month.
Volunteers learn about the dynamics of abuse, the impact of trauma and the community’s response to sexual assault. Our volunteers help victims feel supported and believed during what is often a confusing and traumatic time in the person’s life.
For more information, contact Samantha Bouressa at [email protected] or (920) 436-4360 ext. 1287.
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Police violence, incarceration, and sexual violence experienced by Black women and girls are all connected. Read our full statement of support for Chrystul Kizer: https://buff.ly/2BSpoEw
Discrimination and its manifestations are one of the key reasons that people who identify as LGBTQ+ – particularly young people – can be especially vulnerable to human trafficking.
If you're looking for a volunteer opportunity, the Sexual Assault Center is in need of advocates. The Sexual Assault Center provides 24/7 crisis response to survivors of sexual assault and their family and friends. We rely on volunteer advocates to aid in this response. For more information contact:
[email protected] or apply online at https://www.familyservicesnew.org/get-involved#volunteer
We cannot remain silent. Please take a moment to read this important message from our organization.
As an agency with a mission to Protect, Heal and Care for vulnerable members of our community, Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin cannot remain silent concerning the disturbing events of this past week.
With the senseless murder of George Floyd, old and festering wounds have been exposed, not just nationally, but here in Northeast Wisconsin as well. Guilty parties must be held accountable and we must move toward helping everyone in our community to understand why people of color continue to live in fear in this country.
Our responsibility is to listen and understand the needs of others more thoroughly. As a community and as individuals, we cannot turn a blind eye to the racism and inequality that has been with us since the founding of our nation. We must understand the systemic issues which contribute to people of color being over represented in our jails and prisons. We must understand the anger and fear that resurfaces every time we see instances of brutality and excessive force by those in authority.
Racism and inequality is our collective problem and not just a problem in Minneapolis or somewhere else. Rather than placing blame on one another, we must be willing to come together as individuals and as allies to solve these problems that continue to haunt us. As we have continually said during the COVID-19 crisis, we are in this together. These words are never truer or more necessary.
Paraphrasing a common expression from the Civil Rights movement in the 1960s, we are called to action with these words – If you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem. We must commit and we must commit now to be part of destroying racism and inequality in our communities.
...Please click the link below to continuing reading the full statement from our President & CEO.
#stopracism #equality #socialjustice #humanrights #breakthesilence #bethechange
We know that home is not safe for everyone. For some, home includes sexual or physical violence. If you are experiencing sexual or domestic violence, please know that help remains available.
Map of WI domestic violence service providers: https://www.endabusewi.org/get-help/
Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault Map of WI sexual assault service providers: https://www.wcasa.org/survivors/service-providers/
Many thanks to End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin and to Joshua Beaton of UMOS, Latina Resource Center for lending his videography skills to share this important message.
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesdayNow, a new global day of giving and solidarity created in response to the need caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. At RAINN, we are already starting to get a sense of how great that need will be.
On #GivingTuesdayNow, we hope that you will help us rally around a group of people who have been particularly hard hit by this pandemic: survivors who are currently trapped at home with an abuser.
To help make sure that RAINN is ready to support these survivors—especially the record number of minors who have contacted our National Sexual Assault Hotline in the past month—The Human Investment Foundation is offering a generous two-to-one match on any tax-deductible gift, up to $50,000, to help launch a special fund in response to the COVID-19 crisis.
Once shelter-in-place orders begin to lift, our hotline support specialists anticipate that countless more survivors will reach out as they start to find safety and healing—and we urgently need your support to make sure we are ready. Any gift you make in the next 36 hours will triple the impact you can have to support survivors on their journey of healing.
Please, give if you can. The crucial services RAINN provides take on new meaning in this unprecedented moment—but with your help I know we can make sure survivors have somewhere to turn as we emerge from this crisis.
Yes. RAINN is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. In other words, we are a non-profit organization, and your donation to RAINN is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our tax ID number is: 52-1886511.
Thank you for joining us in wearing denim for survivors!
Today is #DenimDay! During the pandemic, Legal Action staff continue to work from home to protect the rights of all people. No matter where our "offices" are, we work to support to survivors of sexual violence and show our solidarity today by wearing denim.
Click through to check out the friendly faces and special "co-workers" showing support today!
Denim Day is a day to show solidarity and support for survivors and a commitment to exposing harmful behaviors and attitudes surrounding sexual violence. Learn more at https://www.denimdayinfo.org/ #SAAM #IAsk #denimdaymke
During these uncertain times, the Sexual Assault Center wants to remind everyone that we are still here to support you.
Supporting survivors is ESSENTIAL. 💙💚
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. If you've been sexually assaulted, please know that we are HERE for you and you have options on your path toward healing.
#saam #sexualassaultawareness #sexualassault #sexualabuse #believesurvivors
If you've experienced sexual assault or abuse, here are 5 things to know that can help you find support and begin to heal.
“The community needs to know that victim services are still operating, that offenders will still be held accountable. The criminal justice system isn't going to stop because of this pandemic."
The Sexual Assault Center is still here for you, 24/7.
Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin wants those victims to know they are not alone and there's still help for healing and justice.
If you're looking for a way to relax today, you can join the live study breaks RAINN is hosting. It also helps support survivors as an added bonus!
We’re so excited to welcome yoga instructor Jackie Reilly, author Stephen Chbosky, & singer-songwriter Jade Bird as hosts for our first-ever virtual RAINN Day!
Join us on RAINN’s Instagram for LIVE relaxing study breaks all day long. College students, #LetsGetLoud about supporting survivors. Visit rainn.org/rainnday to get all the details.
If you're looking for some insight on how to manage your stress and anxiety during the coronavirus outbreak, Family Services Vice President, Lois Mischler, offers some ways to cope through this difficult time.
As students don't go to school, homes become offices and bars close up shop, it can stir up a range of emotions.
Today is the first day of Sexual Assault Awareness month, and to kick it off we are joining the #30daysofsaam challenge. Check out how we are raising awareness and showing support by heading to our Instagram @sacfsnew.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month! While SAAM may look different this year — we'll be sharing ways you can get involved online and support survivors during this current public health crisis.
Here's a friendly reminder to schedule time for self-care this week. It is now more important than ever.
#inthistogether #togetheralone #selfcare
Mindfulness techniques, resources and gentle reminders for those dealing with coronavirus stress.
⚠️EFFECTIVE THURSDAY 3/19⚠️
Effective at noon on Thursday, 3/19 all Family Services locations will be closed to outside community and customer foot traffic, including walk-in traffic to the Crisis Center. The Crisis Center and Sexual Assault Center hotlines remain open and continue to provide 24/7 services.
Building closures will remain in effect until April 2nd, at which time we will reevaluate our need to remain closed to the community. As always, please contact us if you have any questions or concerns at (920) 436-6800 in Green Bay and (920) 739-4226 in Menasha.
We anticipate further updates as the situation surrounding the COVID-19 Pandemic continues to evolve rapidly.
Stay Safe 💙💚
The latest updates on what's being done to maintain the health and safety of our clients, partners, supporters, and the community.
IMPORTANT HEALTH UPDATE (COVID-19):
All of Family Services Crisis and Sexual Assault services remain OPEN and available to those in need 24/7. If access to any of these programs change, we will keep you informed.
We ask that if you have symptoms or are running a fever, that you contact us to cancel and reschedule your appointment. We are requiring the same precautions of all staff. For outpatient counseling appointments, it is our plan to minimize your time in the waiting area. Please do not bring family members that are not part of the treatment services.
We are actively exploring the option of providing telehealth services during this challenging time. This is a complex issue and we are working with our state leaders to loosen the guidelines allowing us to safely and effectively offer this treatment option.
We understand that information is changing rapidly. If you have any questions or need to call and cancel or reschedule an appointment, please contact us at (920)436-6800 in Green Bay and (920)739-4226 in Menasha.
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Today, we'd like to give a huge shout-out to Mint Salon in Green Bay, A Cut Above in Coleman, and 141 Clips N Styles LLC in Oconto!
Throughout the month of January, the staff at these salons helped us raise critical funds to fight #humantrafficking and support survivors in our communities.
Thank you to these incredible partners, and to everyone who participated in Color for a Cause by adding a pop of blue to their hair to help raise awareness! 💙💙💙
We just love these messages of hope and support from NSVRC. To all the survivors in our community: We are thinking of you, we believe you, and we are here for you.
Dear survivors: Every day, we’re thinking of you. We see you, we believe you, and we’re inspired by your strength and resilience.
Today we're sharing messages of support from our staff members in honor of survivors.
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
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.
Sexual Assault Center of Family Services's cover photo
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
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
300 Crooks St
Green Bay, WI
54301
Sexual Assault is defined as any sexual contact or intercourse without consent. It is an act of power and control. Sexual assault can include date or acquaintance rape, sexual abuse, marital or domestic partner sexual assault, incest, sexual assault by a stranger and sexual harassment. Most victims know the person who assaulted them. Sexual assault is NOT caused by what the victim is wearing, where they happen to be, or what they happen to be doing. It is ALWAYS the responsibility of the offender.
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We know that home is not safe for everyone. For some, home includes sexual or physical violence. If you are experiencing sexual or domestic violence, please know that help remains available. Map of WI domestic violence service providers: https://www.endabusewi.org/get-help/ Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault Map of WI sexual assault service providers: https://www.wcasa.org/survivors/service-providers/ Many thanks to End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin and to Joshua Beaton of UMOS, Latina Resource Center for lending his videography skills to share this important message.
We’d like to extend a giant thank you to Remedy Drive for an AMAZING concert! Along with 2 Rise Above & Cup O' Joy Music Venue for hosting such a powerful event! The prevalence of sexual violence & trafficking needs to be discussed now more than ever—we are grateful for an audience willing to listen!
There is still time to stop out! Show starts at 7! Grab a friend & join us here!
From everyone here, we'd like to extend a sincere THANK YOU to: Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, Inc., Wouters Sports Bar & Grill, Overhead Door Company of Green Bay, Cozzy's Polaris, Gateway Bar Grill, Oconto Masons, Eight Second Ride, 44 Audible, Star 98, 106.7 The Big Dog, Cat Country 95.1 FM, Hits 96.3 WSFQ, Classic Hits 103.7, Kingsley North, Lucky's Bridge Motel, Wisconsin Gunfighters MC, Kimpton Journeyman Hotel, Tre Rivali, Renegade Pigs MC Milwaukee Ironmen, Lena Swamp Archery, LED Kustoms Waterford Wi, Antique Bar, Sobelman's NorthShore, Milwaukee Burger Company- Appleton, Victory Sign llc, Mass Appeal Inc., All the other donors, riders, and community members who came out to support the 4th Annual Ride ot Advocate! Thank you for making our work possible here at Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin!
Interested in volunteering with the sexual assault center? We are answering your questions!
Interested in volunteering with the Sexual Assault Center? We are answering your questions!
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