Sexual Violence Center

We mourn the tragic loss of Nex Benedict (Choctaw), a 16-year-old non-binary high school student who died after being brutally assaulted. This senseless act of violence serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing dangers our 2SLGBTQIA+ relatives face. #justicefornex

🚨NEW DATA🚨 College students are saying they're really struggling with accessing reproductive and sexual health care and now we've got the data to back it up.

For this #BlackHistoryMonth, we are honoring Black sexual assault advocates throughout history and providing recommendations for how workplaces can celebrate this month. raliance.org/celebrating-bl…

What was done to Taylor Swift, Xochitl Gomez, Meghan Markle, Scarlett Johansson, and many others is a profound violation. The sharing of sexually explicit images—real or fake—without permission is sexual violence. #TaylorSwift #Consent

URGENT: Lifesaving services for millions of survivors are in jeopardy. There’s a #Crisis4Victims. Don’t allow $700 million to be cut from the Victims of Crime Act (#VOCA). tinyurl.com/5e9r3mam

All set up at the @umn_ssw career fair!

Relationships look different depending on the community and cultural context you’re living in. While dating abuse takes many forms and can affect anyone and everyone, the ways in which it does so may differ depending on your circumstances. bit.ly/3JgQUc4 #EndDatingAbuse

NDN Live I Defend Nenookassi Healing Camp I #Minneapolis #MN twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Forced displacement does not make anyone safer! It makes people more vulnerable to harm. This is a reality we see all too often in our work. This community deserves real solutions.

Avivo Statement on Encampment Closing (full text in image/alt text as well). If you've read this statement, please take action by following our suggested action steps at avivomn.org/about/current-…

Oftentimes, “situationships” are romantic relationships without clear definitions, expectations, commitments, or boundaries. No matter what type of relationship you’re in, you deserve to feel comfortable. Learn more:  loveisrespect.org/resources/dati… #SchoolSafety #RedZone #EndDV

On 9/12, we're joining the VOCA Digital Day of Action. The Victims of Crime Act (#VOCA) faces severe cuts, putting millions of victims and survivors of violence at risk. We can't stay silent. Tell your congress members you want them to FIGHT for VOCA!

Thank you all for your support during our August supply drive!

Our food shelf is now available for you! We're here to serve you every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Join us to build #StrongCommunities with #Isuroon. #FoodShelf

Consent is often misunderstood as making a moment awkward or "ruining the mood." On the contrary, it makes a moment more positive when both partners feel safe and can freely express themselves. Learn more: loveisrespect.org/resources/how-…

Join The Sexual Violence Center as we host Standpoint's New Laws 2023 in Bloomington, September 21st and 22nd. Registration is now open! View the full agenda and register here: standpointmn.org/new-laws

SVC is currently running a “Sun & Heat Protection” supply drive for our unhoused neighbors in Minneapolis.

SVC is currently running a “Sun & Heat Protection” supply drive for our unhoused neighbors in Minneapolis.

We're teaming up with Metro Transit to host a focus group on understanding & addressing sexual harassment in our transit system. Let's combat sexual harassment on public transport - YOUR voice matters. 📅 8/28/23 ⏰ 12 PM – 1 PM RSVP at sexualviolencecenter.org/focus-group