April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

Everyone Is Affected by Sexual Violence

• Sexual violence is a significant problem in the United States that can have a profound impact on lifelong health, opportunity, and well-being. (cdc)
• Every 68 seconds another American is sexually assaulted. (rainn)
• 1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime (14.8% completed, 2.8% attempted). (rainn)
• About 3% of American men—or 1 in 33—have experienced an attempted or completed rape in their lifetime.(rainn)
• A majority of child victims are 12-17. Of victims under the age of 18: 34% of victims of sexual assault and rape are under age 12, and 66% of victims of sexual assault and rape are age 12-17. (rainn)
• Nationwide, 81% of women and 43% of men reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment and/or assault in their lifetime [NSVRC]
• Statistics documenting transgender people's experience of sexual violence indicate shockingly high levels of sexual abuse and assault. One in two transgender individuals are sexually abused or assaulted at some point in their lives. (Office For Victims of Crime)

Every year ELAWC partners with local community organizations and college campuses to raise awareness and educate the community on Sexual Assault. 

This year we look forward to bring you a number of workshops, Live Conversations on Instagram, community tabling at East Los Angeles College, and Cumbia at the Park!

Here are some ways you can continue to support and raise awareness:

• Take a picture or video of yourself wearing any shade of red lipstick and your fabulous hoop earrings (from tiny to extra-large, all hoops are welcome).
• Tag @elawc, #RLHOI, and tell others why you feel invincible. 
• Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Red lips, hoop earrings, and your power pose! This Sexual Assault Awareness Month, let's crack the code of silence and unmask the myths that perpetuate violence against women and girls.

• Educate yourself and others. Share resources and have open conversations.
• Speak out against victim-blaming language.
• Support survivors. Believe them and offer help if they need it.
• Hold perpetrators accountable. Report abuse and don't let it be swept under the rug.

3.) Join our in-person activities, workshops, IG livestreams & other events at East Los Angeles College, ELAWC, and community locations 

Workshops: TBA

Presentations: TBA

Community Event: Save the Date for Cumbia at the Park! Sunday April, 26, 2026 11:30am - 4:30pm at Montebello City Park | Open to all | RSVP Today 

Community Event: Take Back the Night | Date & Time TBA | Open to all ELAC students and the general public 

Community and Provider Presentations: TBA

IG Live Chats: Join the live IG conversations every Friday! Learn more by visiting our Instagram page

Join us on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Montebello City Park!

5.) Your support can make a difference in the lives of those most impacted!               

• Support our #saam2026 Fundraiser for ELAWC! You can donate to ensure our mission continues to support survivors all year round.

• Create your very own personal fundraising page benefiting ELAWC here, or to join the ELAWC Fundraising committee, please contact [email protected] 

• Become a sponsor for this year's Cumbia at the Park! A community event to raise awareness about Sexual Assault, for sponsorship opportunities please contact Alejandra Aguilar-Avelino at [email protected] or via phone at (323)526-5819 ext.216 & 501

• You may also start a Fundraiser on Instagram or Facebook by using your "Create Post" function and then clicking on "Support Nonprofit" and add our full name: East Los Angeles Women's Center.

• Get Involved! There are many other ways to join the cause and stay involved all year long. 

6.) LEARN MORE & CREATE AWARENESS 

Request a Virtual or In-Person Guest Speaker - Our trained case workers and therapists can join your training or workshop and discuss: How to Support Survivors, Sexual Assault 101, Women's Health (HIV), Coping with Triggers, Grounding Techniques and Mindfulness, Self Defense Workshops and more! For questions regarding services for sexual assault survivors.

WE ARE HERE FOR YOU

If you or someone you know is in need of support you can always reach us at 800.585.6231 

For questions regarding services for sexual assault survivors, please contact: [email protected] | [email protected] 

Together, we can create a world where everyone feels safe and respected. Together, we are stronger, louder, and invincible!