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The following events support RAINN or friends of RAINN, and we wish to thank those involved for their help and collaboration. If you are interested in hosting a RAINN benefit event, please contact membership@rainn.org or call 202.544.3561.

April has been designated Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM). Below you will find a list of events and activities taking place all over the nation, Canada and Puerto Rico during the month of April.

If you are holding and/or participating in an event this April that is not already posted, please click here to submit your April event!

A C D F G H I K L M N O P R S T U V W CANADA PUERTO RICO

April 18-24
Each April since 1981, OVC has helped lead communities throughout the country in their annual observances of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) by promoting victims’ rights and honoring crime victims and those who advocate on their behalf.
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Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

Arkansas

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Delaware

District of Columbia

April 10 - 11
National Sexual Assault Online Hotline Training
Contact coordinator@rainn.org with any questions.

May 22 - 23
National Sexual Assault Online Hotline Training
Contact coordinator@rainn.org with any questions.

Florida

Georgia

Hawaii

Idaho

Illinois

DeKalb

April 8: 6:00pm-12:00am
Rock Against Rape
This spring, at The House Cafe (263 E. Lincoln Highway), the NIU Women's Resource Center and The House Cafe, in conjunction with several local bands, are planning DeKalb’s first “Rock Against Rape.” Admission is $5, and all proceeds are going to Safe Passage, DeKalb County’s domestic violence and sexual assault agency. Safe Passage provides a wide range of services to victims of domestic and sexual violence including crisis intervention and medical advocacy for victims of domestic and sexual violence, short- and long-term housing for victims and their children, counseling, legal advocacy, children's services, community education.
Contact Sarah Bruhn at SEBruhn@gmail.com

Indiana

Iowa

Kansas

Kentucky

Louisiana

Maine

Maryland

Massachusetts

Brockton

April 8: 12:00-3:00pm
Flower for Victims
At Brockton City Hall, Womansplace Crisis Center is hosting this annual ceremony to raise awareness around sexual assault and honor those who have survived.
Contact Dayce Hayden at dayceruth@gmail.com

Worcester

April 25: 11:00am
Taking Steps to End Violence Against Women & Children
5k Walkathon that supports survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence in Worcester County and promotes prevention of violence against women and children. Funds raised are shared among organizations within Central Massachusetts that are in the forfront of providing advocacy, counseling, shelter, safety and education. Participation directly helps victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, their families, friends and communities.
Contact Heidi Sue LeBoeuf at hsleboeuf@rapecrisiscenter.org
www.TakingSteps.org

Michigan

Ann Arbor

March 20: 6:00pm
Take Back the Night Ann Arbor Benefit
Benefit at Conor O'Neill's Irish Pub in Downtown Ann Arbor to raise funds to put on the annual Take Back the Night Rally and March on the campus of the University of Michigan and through the streets of Ann Arbor.
Contact Pamela Swider at info@tbtnannarbor.org
www.tbtnannarbor.org

April 6: 7:00pm
Sharing with Survivors
This is a different kind of speak out. At the Michigan League - Kalamazoo Room, we gather together with blankets and pillows and share our stories.
Contact Pamela Swider at info@tbtnannarbor.org
www.tbtnannarbor.org

April 8: 7:00pm
Take Back the Night Rally & March
Campus of University of Michigan on the Diag- 32nd annual Take Back the Night rally and march to raise awareness about sexual violence and to give survivors a voice. March immediately following through the streets of campus and downtown Ann Arbor.
Contact Pamela Swider at info@tbtnannarbor.org
www.tbtnannarbor.org

Minnesota

Mississippi

Missouri

Montana

Nebraska

Dodge, Burt, Cuming, Washington, and Saunders Counties

April 22: all night
Light Up the Night
Participants are asked to leave the porch light on as a deterrent of crime. Your involvement and the support from the community as a whole is critical in creating an environment where sexual violence is not tolerated.
Contact Michella Friesen at michellaccne@qwestoffice.net

Fremont

April 22: 7:00pm
Take Back the Night
While initially the event aimed to protest conditions causing women to feel unsafe when they are alone at night on the street, "night" is also a metaphor for the fear, isolation, coercion, and cruelty all women experience daily in a rape culture. Beginning at Midland College Anderson Breezeway.
Contact Michelle Friesen at michellaccne@qwestoffice.net

Nevada

Winnemucca

April 21: all day
Denim Day
An international event to raise awareness about the myths surrounding sexual violence. If you and/or your organization would like to participate in Denim Day, we are providing denim ribbons, free of charge. Of course, donations are happily accepted!
Contact Chelle Robinson at humboldtcaasa@sbcglobal.net

New Hampshire

New Jersey

New Mexico

New York

Albany

April 22: 5:45-8:15pm
Take Back the Night
One of the many efforts to educate the community and to work towards preventing crimes of sexual violence. This event, held at 140 New Scotland Ave, gives a voice to victims of sexual assault, letting them know that they are not alone. This event is very diverse. During our rally we have speakers, performers, and survivors who share their stories and knowledge about sexual assault and awareness. “Take Back The Night” is a great opportunity to promote awareness as well as community.
Contact Amy Vincent at amy.vincent@albanycounty.com

North Carolina

North Dakota

Ohio

Oklahoma

Oregon

Pennsylvania

Camp Hill

April 24: 3:00-5:00pm
Maeva Design for RAINN
This is a handbag design event with Eve Baum designer of Maeva Design handbags. She will donate 15% of the profits from this day or orders placed on her website when mentioning this day to RAINN to aid in helping survivors of sexual assault.
Contact Lesly Barnes at leslybarnes1@yahoo.com

Huntingdon Valley

April 8: 8:00am-2:00pm
Involvement Day
This is a Lower Moreland High School event with four sessions dedicated to sexual assault awareness.
Contact Lesly Barnes at leslybarnes1@yahoo.com

Wilkes-Barre

April 14: 6:00pm
Mock Rape Trial
This annual event will demonstate a case of sexual assault (date rape) and how the criminal justice system handles the case. The jury is selected from the audience and there is opportunity for discussion after the verdict. The event is open to the public and free of charge but reservations are requested due to limited seating.
Contact Terri Nowak at (570) 823-0765

April 21: 5:30pm
Take Back the Night March & Rally
A march will take place from Wilkes University and Kings College simultaneously to meet at the River Commons where there will be speakers creating awareness of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Victim rights Week and the impact of crime on victims. There will be displays will be at both colleges including the Clothesline Display, Blowing in the Wind Project and the Show Display.
Contact Tammi Burke at (570) 823-0765

Rhode Island

South Carolina

Aiken County

April 22: 5:30pm
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
Men walking a mile in high heel shoes, starting at Aiken County Courthouse to raise awareness about violence against women and sexual violence.
Contact Betsy McMahon at caap_sa@bellsouth.net

South Dakota

Tennessee

Texas

San Antonio

April 27-29
10th Annual International Family Justice Center Conference
With over 50 Centers in operation and an additional 100 Family Justice Centers in the planning stages in the United States and the around the world, this conference serves as the primary training venue and learning exchange opportunity for professionals working in Family Justice Centers and a gathering place for academics, practitioners, policy makers, and national leaders to set the course for the future of the Family Justice Center Movement.
Contact Mehry Mohseni at mehry@nfjca.org

Utah

Vermont

Virginia

Petersburg

April 9: 7:30-9:00pm
The Art of Surviving
At Petersburg Regional Art Center, you can see a collection of art work including paintings, poetry, and sculptures created by survivors of sexual violence. The James House is hosting an exhibit of the 60-piece collection as part of Sexual Violence Awareness Month and Petersburg's Friday for the Arts program. Secretary of Public Safety, Ms. Decker, will attend as will one of the artists, Carol Olson.
Contact Jane Clayborne at jane@thejameshouse.org

Tri-Cities area

April 21: all day
Denim Day
Employers are asked to allow their employees to wear jeans to work on that day in exchange for a small monetary donation to The James House, the local accredited sexual/domestic violence crisis center. Funds collected will be used to provide cost-free services to people who have been affected by interpersonal violence, including a 24-hour crisis line, counseling, support groups, safety planning, case management, and referrals.
Contact Jane Clayborne at jane@thejameshouse.org

Washington

West Virginia

Huntington

April 15: 12:00-2:00pm
Human Ribbon Project
Uniting the students of Marshall University and the community of Huntington, WV in creating a human ribbon to increase awareness and prevention of sexual violence. Located on the Marshall University Practice Field.
Contact Michele Sigler at education@contacthuntington.com

Wisconsin

Platteville

April 23: 6:00-9:00pm
4th Annual Dinner & Silent Auction
Located at Arthur Haus, in recognition of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention & Sexual Assault Awareness. Door prizes. Raffle for TV. Prevention and Awareness materials. Sponsored by Family Advocates, Inc.
Contact Darlene Poller at grantco@familyadv.org

Wyoming

Canada

Vancouver

April 24: 7:00pm
Candlelit Vigit Against Incest
Bring your candles, banners, poems, art, etc., to support survivors of incest and child/youth sexual assault.
Contact Louise Mollot at lmollot@gmail.com

Puerto Rico

Also in April:
(National Child Abuse Prevention Month)
(STD Awareness Month)
April 26 – May 2, 2009 - National Crime Victim's Rights Week