You Are Not Alone.
Healing, support, and justice are within reach.
Sexual abuse is never your fault. Whether you're seeking immediate crisis support, long-term counseling, legal advocacy, or simply a safe space to be heard, the organizations listed here are dedicated to supporting survivors with dignity and care. We've compiled these resources to help you find the support you need on your timeline, in your own way. Your courage in seeking help is the first step toward reclaiming your power.
If you are in immediate danger, please call 911, and for confidential support, you can reach the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673), which is available 24/7.
Upcoming Events
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Teal & Tales Open Mic
APR 24TH | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM CT
CAASE and Strugglebeard Bakery are hosting an open mic night to share stories, poetry, singing, and more. Wear denim to support survivors before Denim Day on April 29.
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A CAASE of Empowerment
APR 29TH | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CT
Join CAASE for an immersive learning experience with our prevention educators, who empower students to become active allies in ending sexual harm.
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Surviving the Mic
MAY 21ST | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM CT
Surviving the Mic: Virtually Together is a free online gathering space for survivors of sexual harm and those who support them. The virtual gathering happens every third Thursday.
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Let's Chat Over Lunch
MAY 27TH | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT
Join CAASE for their monthly virtual community forum to discuss current cultural events, media, and news headlines related to sexual harm and/or social injustice.
Resources
The Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation (CAASE) works to end sexual harm by focusing on prevention, policy reform, community engagement, and legal services. CAASE's mission is to address the culture, institutions, and individuals that perpetrate, profit from, or support sexual exploitation.
VictimConnect is a national referral helpline that provides confidential and anonymous support to victims of all types of crime across the United States. Trained specialists assist survivors and their loved ones by offering emotional support, explaining legal rights, and helping them navigate the physical and financial consequences of victimization. The center also connects visitors to tailored local and national resources, such as legal aid, mental health counseling, and financial compensation programs.
The YWCA (Young Women's Christian Association) is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women, working to create stronger communities where everyone can live with dignity and respect. They achieve this through various programs and services focused on racial justice and civil rights, empowerment and economic advancement, and health and safety for women and girls.
Sarah's Circle is a Chicago-based organization that provides a range of services to women experiencing homelessness, aiming to help them transition into permanent housing. These services include housing, life necessities, supportive services, and a drop-in daytime support center. They also operate an interim housing program and offer permanent supportive housing units.
Legal Aid Chicago seeks justice for people living in poverty. Through litigation and advocacy, our team of full-time lawyers and staff fight to secure individual rights to affordable housing, basic healthcare, fair working conditions, protection from abuse, and economic stability.
The Survivor's Circle is a group that provides support and community for individuals who have experienced various forms of trauma or adversity, such as cancer, sexual abuse, or reproductive violence. They offer a safe space for sharing experiences, learning coping strategies, and finding encouragement and validation from others who understand.
RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, help is available.
Since 2003, Greenlight Family Services has served families in need throughout the state of Illinois. Greenlight’s mission is to achieve the best outcomes for families, young adults and children by providing the highest quality services.
Mujeres has developed a comprehensive array of social services and advocacy initiatives that promote non-violence, reproductive health and leadership development. Mujeres offers services that support all programs, which include general intake, volunteer training and childcare. Childcare is provided for clients while they are receiving services.
Yo Soy Ella aims to empower survivors of domestic violence and individuals struggling with mental and emotional health challenges by offering comprehensive support services, fostering a sense of community, and advocating for systemic change to improve their lives and well-being.
Since 1985, WINGS has guided survivors toward independence through safe housing and help with essentials. WINGS got its start as a non-profit housing agency. We provide emergency safe shelter and transitional housing for survivors of domestic violence. We also help families who are in crisis meet basic needs for items such as food and clothing. WINGS has evolved over time, growing so that we are able to help a greater number of people.
ICASA is a not-for-profit corporation of 31 community-based sexual assault crisis centers working together to end sexual violence. Each center provides 24-hour crisis intervention services, counseling and advocacy for victims of sexual assault and their significant others. Each center presents prevention education programs in Illinois schools and communities.
Since 1982, Ascend Justice has been dedicated to empowering individuals and families affected by gender-based violence or child welfare issues to attain safety and stability through comprehensive legal advocacy and reforms in the system.
Resilience advocates for the accountability of individuals, institutions, and communities who have a responsibility to those impacted by sexual violence, and works to influence positive change in other systems. We provide education and promote prevention regarding sexual violence and rape culture.
The Survivors’ Lawyer
The nation’s choice for ethically empowering survivors of sexual abuse through transparent representation rooted in integrity.
