United Against Violence 2010
Launched in 2010 before #MeToo or #TimesUp, the #UnitedAgainstViolence campaign sparked new conversations in the API communities around the issues of family violence and sexual assault. The goal was to reduce the stigma and shame survivors face.
Film producer and long-time supporter of CPAF, Teddy Zee and a team of volunteers brought together 100 influencers, celebrities and volunteers to amplify the message, “Chances are you know someone who has been victimized by domestic violence or sexual assault. Too often we whisper – now it’s time to be heard.”
10 Years of “Ending the Silence on Violence”
The calls to our helpline from sexual assault survivors grew seven-fold and other crisis line calls more than doubled. We expanded beyond shelter-centered programs to community-based support for adults, youth, parents and teachers. In response to the rise in requests for services, we more than doubled our budget and tripled our volunteer pool.
United Against Violence 2020
For survivors, our helpline is the entry point to all of our services. To keep up with the changing times, we must make our helpline more accessible by adding text or chat features. We recognize that such means of communicating might be a safer and less intimidating option for a new generation of young, non-English speaking API women. To expand our services, we need your support.
