SALI Legal Institute

The MD Community Ambassadors for Prevention are now offering free sxl violence prevention training focused on the experiences of Deaf & Hard of Hearing communities. All trainings will be presented in ASL & are avail. to schedule in April. Submit a request: loom.ly/4uETo3I

Did you know only 20% of ppl seeking civil legal services get the help they need? The majority of Marylanders facing issues like custody disputes, eviction, or debt collection must navigate the legal system on their own. Justice shouldn't depend on what's in your wallet. (1/2 🧵)

Join us for the 20th Annual MD Women of Color Network Conference on Friday, 3/6, at Bowie State University! This in-person event will feature 6 engaging & interactive workshops on sexual violence prevention & response. Learn more & register before 2/19: loom.ly/On4AmyA

Join us on Wednesday, March 4th, at 2:30pm for a Virtual Campus Training Session on Engaging College Men in Sexual Violence Prevention in a Moment of Disconnection! Learn more & register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

(4/4 🧵) Help is available in MD to survivors of sex trafficking. Support is available w or without involving law enforcement: 🆘 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 🌐 MD Human Trafficking Task Force: loom.ly/0-C3wOg

(3/4 🧵) Help is available in MD to survivors of sex trafficking. Support is available w or without involving law enforcement: 📞 Connect w your local rape crisis center: Call 211 🧭 Regional Navigator Program: loom.ly/8fzpM8E ⚖️ Legal support from @SALIorg: 301-565-2277

Male survivors of trafficking often go unrecognized & underserved due to myths about who trafficking affects, stigma around masculinity, & fear of not being believed. (1/4 🧵)

@followuslegally If you're a survivor of sexual violence in Maryland, help is available. To find your local rape crisis center, visit our website (loom.ly/juv2qFc) or call 211 to be connected with local resources. You can also call SALI for legal support: 301-565-2277.

Many survivors experience multiple forms of victimization as research shows that more than 1 in 3 women stalked by an intimate partner were also sexually assaulted by that partner. Learn more about the relationship between stalking, SV & intimate partner violence @followuslegally

The Maryland Women of Color Network is honored to announce Dr. Indira Henard as the keynote speaker for our 20th Anniversary Conference! Read more: loom.ly/7L0cjwU

We're grateful @OAGMaryland is taking action & demanding xAI take action to stop its AI chatbot ("Grok") from generating nonconsensual sexual images & CSA material. These images cause real harm. No one should have their likeness sexualized w/out consent. loom.ly/PZbHIhI

Stalking is common as millions of Americans experience stalking each year, including many sexual assault survivors. Join the call to action to raise awareness & amplify the call to KNOW IT, NAME IT, & STOP IT. Learn more: StalkingAwareness.org #NSAM2026

We honor Dr. King’s legacy & recommit to the ongoing work of justice & equality for all survivors. SV disproportionately impacts marginalized communities & honoring his dream means working for a world where every survivor is believed, supported, & given resources to heal.

Join MCASA & SALI this Thursday in Annapolis for our annual Legislative Reception! We'll discuss Maryland's response to sexual violence & honor 3 outstanding Marylanders for their leadership & commitment to ending sexual violence. 🎟️ Get your ticket: loom.ly/L5cpyWo

⏰ Don't miss your chance to show your support for survivors by sponsoring MCASA's Legislative Reception on January 22nd! The deadline to sponsor is Tuesday, Jan. 20th at noon: loom.ly/L5cpyWo

We're thrilled to announce that registration is open for the 20th Annual Maryland Women of Color Network Conference! Join us on Friday, 3/6 @BowieState. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. All are welcome. loom.ly/On4AmyA

Maryland's 2026 legislative session starts today! This year, MCASA is advocating to stop attempts to silence survivors w retaliatory lawsuits, & permit juries to hear audio recordings of rape even if the perpetrators didn't agree to be recorded. Read more: loom.ly/G4hZ4LU

If you're a survivor of sex trafficking in Maryland, help is available. To find your local rape crisis center, visit our website (loom.ly/juv2qFc) or call 211 to be connected with local resources. You can also call SALI for legal support: 301-565-2277.

January 11th was #HumanTraffickingAwarenessDay; a day to wear blue to show support and raise awareness. This year even our pets showed out, wearing blue to stand with survivors of sex trafficking—paws, whiskers, and all.