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Verity's Response to the Fairmont Sexual Assault Case & How You Can Help
On April 24, 2024, the Press Democrat released an article, following reporting from the SF Chronicle, describing an incident of a woman being sexually assaulted by a massage therapist at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn in September 2022.
Black Americans Have Been Change Makers Long Before #Metoo
“The history of the rape crisis movement in the United States is also a history of the struggle of African American women against racism and sexism.” – Gillian GreensiteFebruary is Black History month – a time for us to celebrate, highlight, and honor the contributions of Black Americans – something essential we should do not only the second month of the year, but every day of the year.
Listening and Being There: A Revolutionary Act
At Verity, Sonoma County's Rape Crisis and Healing Center, we are constantly inspired by the power of community support to create positive change. This year’s giving season launches today on “Giving Tuesday” - a holiday celebrating charitable giving. This year, we invite you to make a lasting impact on the lives of survivors by joining Verity’s movement. Donations to Verity provide crucial resources, such as educational programs, crisis intervention, advocacy, and counseling services, ensuring survivors have access to the help they need all year round.
Women's HERstory Month - Sonoma County Women That Inspire, Inspirit, and Embolden Us
Surviving the Holiday Season - 5 Tips for Survivors
Rosa Parks & Recy Taylor: Sheros, Activists, & Sexual Assault Advocates
Surviving the Holiday Season - 5 Tips for Survivors
Rape Culture in Hispanic Communities + Resources and Support
Be gentle with yourself right now – don’t forget to practice self care when times are particularly challenging. Our favorite self care tips.
Be Gentle With Yourself - Self Care When Life Is Particularly Challenging
Be gentle with yourself right now – don’t forget to practice self care when times are particularly challenging. Our favorite self care tips.
It's 2022 and we need to talk about the Unique Challenges The LGBTQIA+ Community Faces in Accessing Resources
Victim blaming, a devastating part of rape culture, is pervasive, and can be more common than you think.
Human Trafficking Survivors - Changing The World With Their Courageous Stories
Surviving the Holiday Season - 5 Tips for Survivors
5 Tips for Survivors this Holiday Season
Surviving the Holiday Season - 5 Tips for Survivors
Let's talk about the Unique Challenges The LGBTQIA+ Community Faces in Accessing Resources
Victim blaming, a devastating part of rape culture, is pervasive, and can be more common than you think.
Victim Blaming - More Common Than You Think
Victim blaming, a devastating part of rape culture, is pervasive, and can be more common than you think.
Homeless Survivors of Sexual Violence
In Sonoma County, homelessness has become a major crisis. 2,996 people are without shelter, 91% of them are families with children.