Every January, we recognize National Human Trafficking Prevention Month—an annual reminder of an insidious issue that remains hidden in plain sight. Human trafficking isn’t just something that happens elsewhere—it’s happening in our communities, affecting people of...
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The Alliance’s Priorities for the 2025 Legislative Session
Connecticut’s 2025 legislative session began on January 8 and will adjourn on June 4, 2025. The Connecticut Alliance to End Sexual Violence is ready to advocate for policies and funding critical to supporting survivors of sexual violence in Connecticut. With a...
Advocating for improved sexual assault data and reporting in Connecticut
A recent WFSB report by journalist Sam Smink highlights the rise in sexual assault cases in Connecticut and the barriers survivors face within the criminal legal system due to a lack of data. The stories of survivors like Abigail—who had to fight for over six months...
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CT expands access to paid leave to survivors of sexual violence
By Beth Hamilton, Executive Director This article was originally published in the CT Mirror. Sexual violence is hard to talk about, which makes it difficult for survivors to seek and receive support. The survivors our coalition works with share that they rarely get...
Bud’s Beer Blurb Podcast: Connecticut Safe Bars
Jess, The Alliance's Prevention and Communications Manager, and Mekayla, Bar Manager at Union Kitchen, sat down with podcaster Bud Estey on Bud's Beer Blurb to talk about Connecticut Safe Bars—a statewide initiative to train the hospitality industry to stop sexual...
Title IX 2024 Final Rule Explained
The Title IX Final Rule replaces 2020 Title IX regulations. The Alliance explains how the new regulations work.
Celebrating Visionary Voices in the Fight to End Sexual Violence
Ending sexual violence takes action from each and every one of us. Each year, The Alliance recognizes a leader who has stepped up in a remarkable way to support survivors and prevent sexual violence by presenting them with the Visionary Voice award. It’s an...
We Support Blumenthal’s Investigation into U.S. Coast Guard Academy’s Alleged Mishandling of Sexual Assault Cases
Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) have “opened a formal inquiry into the U.S. Coast Guard’s alleged lack of transparency and mishandling of dozens of sexual assault cases by high-ranking officials between 1988 and 2006,” reports News 8. We are grateful to these leaders for pursuing justice, digging into these alleged crimes, and holding people—especially those in power—accountable for their action
8 Ways to Teach Kids about Consent and Healthy Boundaries
Teaching bodily autonomy results in a child who is capable of setting boundaries, feels empowered to say ‘no,’ and is able to navigate a world that often does not set them up for success. 1. Let children know they’re the boss of their bodies. Emphasize and...
8 Maneras de Enseñar a los Niños sobre el Consentimiento y los LÃmites Saludables
Enseñar autonomÃa corporal da como resultado un niño que es capaz de establecer lÃmites, se siente empoderado para decir 'no' y puede navegar en un mundo que a menudo no lo prepara para el éxito. Hágales saber a los niños que son los jefes de sus cuerpos. Enfatice y...
Celebrating our Bilingual Advocates during Hispanic Heritage Month
This month is Hispanic Heritage Month, and we are honored to recognize the talented and compassionate Hispanic and Latinx bilingual victim advocates working to support and advocate for victims and survivors of sexual violence throughout our state. Este mes es el Mes...