On Tuesday, February 11th, lawmakers held a public hearing on the proposed bill which seeks to improve the response to victims of sexual assault and increase prevention education and training at all Connecticut institutions of higher education.
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2014 Legislative Session Begins
With the 2014 Legistative Session underway, take a look at CONNSACS’ legislative priorities.
CONNSACS Engages Media in New Campaign to Address Sexual Violence in Latin@ Communities
CONNSACS hosted a Media event with Connecticut’s leading Latin@ reporters to share and discuss new materials, messages, and outreach to Latin@ communities in Connecticut.
Where Do You Stand?
On February 18, 2014 CONNSACS will be offering two workshops for men to learn how they can be a part of the solution to prevent sexual violence at 10AM and 5:30PM.
CONNSACS Invited to join U.S. Senator Blumenthal at Roundtables on Campus Sexual Assault
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal has asked CONNSACS to assist in organizing a series of roundtable discussions with students, survivors, sexual assault victim advocates, campus staff and administrators to learn more about campus sexual violence in our state.
CONNSACS Celebrates 30 Years of Advocacy
On Thursday, May 9th, over 125 supporters gathered to celebrate CONNSACS’ 30th anniversary with a gala at the Governor’s Residence in Hartford.
APRIL IS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH
It’s time to talk about child sexual abuse.
Where Do You Stand?
Check out our new campaign to engage Connecticut men in sexual violence prevention!
President Obama Signs the Violence Against Women Act
On March 7th, President Obama signed the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), which has provided funding and support to combat sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking since 1994.
Connecticut Rose!
We rose in Hartford! Thank you to everyone who rose up, spoke out, and danced as part of One Billion Rising. The energy was palpable, the dancing was incredible, and the speakers were powerful. This was truly a historic event.
CONNSACS Releases the 2012 Campus Report Card
On January 17, 2013, CONNSACS joined college administrators, victim advocates, legislators, and educators at Trinity College for the release of the 2012 Campus Report Card.
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Updates
The 113th Congress was sworn in on January 3, 2013, and CONNSACS is joining other anti-violence organizations throughout the country to ask our newly elected officials to act immediately on VAWA reauthorization.