Cleveland Rape Crisis Center

There’s still time to submit your proposal to speak at the upcoming Cuyahoga County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Conference.

💬 Cuyahoga County SART | Dec 3, 2026 | Beyond One Story: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Survivor Populations

Please have your presentation, learning objectives, and a brief bio ready when starting your application. Proposals without these materials will not be reviewed. Deadline for submissions is October 7, 2026.

Learn more and submit your proposal today:

Call for Presenters: 2026 Cuyahoga County SART Conference On behalf of the Cuyahoga County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), we invite you to submit a proposal to present at the Cuyahoga County SART Conference. Presenters may use the form at the bottom of this page to submit their presentations for the conference. Cuyahoga County SART Conference Beyon...

This month, virtual and in-person Ambassador Training Workshops will be available for anyone interested in learning how to support survivors and be a force for positive change in our communities! Virtual workshops will be held via Zoom and in-person workshops will be held at CRCC’s Clark-Fulton office (2937 West 25th Street, Floor 3, Cleveland OH 44113).

Register today at https://clevelandr**ecrisis.org/ambassador

Safer spaces respect boundaries.
Safer spaces stop harm before it happens.
Safer spaces make room for rest and healing.
Safer spaces believe survivors.

We all play a role in building safe spaces. Whether that means uplifting survivor voices, advocating for trauma-informed resources, or just listening with compassion, we can help survivors feel seen, heard, and supported.

Thank you Mental Health & Addiction Advocacy Coalition - MHAC for highlighting Andrew DeFratis, Cleveland R**e Crisis Center’s Senior Director of Public Affairs and member of the MHAC Northeast Hub Steering Committee. We are grateful for the vital work the Steering Committee does in advocating for and supporting our community's mental health needs.

La vestimenta no significa consentimiento. No importa cómo esté vestido o qué lleve puesto, nunca está bien que alguien lo toque sin su permiso.

Estamos aquí para ti. Envíe un mensaje de texto o llame al (216) 619-6192 o (440) 423-2020, o visite clevelandr**ecrisis.org/chat.

Believing survivors means listening and acknowledging that their experience matters, even if it’s difficult to hear or challenges your perspective.

Many survivors fear they will be dismissed, questioned, or blamed for what happened to them if they speak up. The way we respond in the moment and how we continue to show up can make a huge difference in helping survivors feel safe, respected, and supported.

If you or someone you know has questions or needs support, Cleveland R**e Crisis Center is here for you. Text/Call (216) 619-6192 or (440) 423-2020 or chat online at clevelandr**ecrisis.org/chat any time, day or night.

Beginning October 2026, Cleveland R**e Crisis Center (CRCC)’s online chat line will be upgraded to better serve survivors of r**e and sexual abuse. Click through this post or visit the link below to read more about what you can expect.

https://clevelandr**ecrisis.org/chat-hotline-upgrades-october-2026/

When things feel heavy, remember that it’s okay to step away for a little space. Pausing to breathe, rest, or connect with someone you trust can help you feel grounded and supported.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed seeing stories about sexual violence on the news and social media, remember that you do not have to go through this alone. We’re here for you, 24/7.

Text, call, or chat:
(216) 619-6192 or (440) 423-2020
clevelandr**ecrisis.org/chat

Cleveland R**e Crisis Center was honored to participate in the Collaborative to End Human Trafficking's State of Human Trafficking Community Luncheon last week. We are grateful for the Collaborative’s leadership in producing the State of Human Trafficking in Cuyahoga County, a report that helps us all understand how human trafficking impacts our community.

Together, we can continue to build a network of support that helps survivors of human trafficking access the care and resources needed to heal.

Survivors of human trafficking deserve to be supported. Cleveland R**e Crisis Center is proud to partner with the Collaborative to End Human Trafficking and other local organizations who are working to understand, address, and prevent human trafficking in our community.

Cleveland has long been called a human trafficking hub. A new report says we’re still missing much of the picture Cuyahoga County's first human trafficking report reveals over 700 identified victims in 2025, but officials caution the number represents as little as 10% of the true scope, with fragmented data and systemic gaps leaving many cases undetected.