*Original Publication date: April 9, 2025*

The month of April has been recognized nationally as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) for 24 years. The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) has determined the 2025 theme for Sexual Assault Awareness Month to be “Together We Act, United We Change” to help us reduce the likelihood of sexual abuse, assault, and harassment within our communities.

The NSRVC writes, “Education is the first step to action, empowering our communities to be part of the solution. This campaign works to shift the ways our communities understand, talk about, and respond to sexual abuse, assault, and harassment. We can challenge harmful misconceptions and foster safer communities by learning and acting together. This campaign also seeks to unite us in uplifting the voices of survivors—particularly those most vulnerable in our communities—to build a stronger movement. This campaign aims to develop a movement where younger generations feel included and encouraged to participate and shape a better future.”

Get Involved!

April 1 – April 31 / Sexual Assault Awareness Month

  1. Share and repost YWCA Cortland #SAAM posts with friends on Facebook and Instagram throughout the whole month.
  2. Make a donation to our Aid to Victims of Violence program to support survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence.

April 30 / Denim Day: Wear jeans with a purpose! Join millions who will wear jeans to take a stand against victim-blaming in honor of Denim Day. Tag YWCA Cortland and use the hashtags #SAAM #DenimDay. Go to DenimDayInfo.org to learn more about the campaign. 

Want to work directly to support survivors?

Our Aid to Victims of Violence Program is currently hiring! See if you’re a good fit, and check out all open job opportunities.

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