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Layperson’s Summary of 2012 Changes to Virginia State Law: Coaches and...
All faculty and staff of youth-serving organizations, please note the following new legislation from the 2012 General Assembly: The list of people who are required to report any concerns of child abuse...
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What’s way more fun when you’re not in high school?
… Prom is! SARA’s first Prom: Take 2 (you know, for adults) was a HUGE success this past Saturday night! From 8pm till 2am, over 100 Charlottesvillians danced the night away like it was their 16th...
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Violence Prevention: a local, state-wide, and national effort
So many people are asking: Can sexual violence actually be prevented? The good news is that many are answering with a resounding “YES!” Our sexual violence Prevention program was one of three from...
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Volunteers of the Month: LexisNexis Employees
We would like to say thank you to Christie Saunders, Elissa Lauer and the other volunteers from LexisNexis for supporting SARA during the annual United Way Day of Caring. With their help, we were...
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Come Volunteer at SARA!
Volunteer Training Ad on the Radio** Would you like to help people who are in crisis? You can make a positive difference in the lives of men, women and children by providing support when people need it...
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Talking about Sexual Abuse
Stories in the media can often bring up memories or prompt us to address situations in our own families. This story from our local NBC station features Aaron, our Child Advocate, talking about a few...
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Statement Regarding Chris Dumler
We released the following statement on Wednesday, February 6: The Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA) calls on Albemarle County Supervisor Christopher J. Dumler to immediately resign his post...
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Sponsors Needed for Three-for-All!
Two enthusiastic Three-for-All participants We are excited to announce that the third annual SARA Three-for-All will be held April 13th, on the Downtown Mall. The Three-for-All is a three-legged race...
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Have you registered for SARA’s annual Three-for-All yet?
Don’t miss out on all of the fun. Register now to join us on April 13, 2013. Share:
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SARA Will Honor A Kid Hero
SARA is requesting nominations for the Nancy Coates Walker Kid Hero Award. Based on an important element of SARA’s sexual violence prevention education program, the Kid Hero award will honor a child...
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The Third Annual Three-for-All is Over—Can’t Wait for Next Year!
The weather was great…the enthusiasm was awesome…and the turnout was fantastic. Thanks to our terrific volunteer photograher, Don Minson from Charlottesville Photography Initiative (CPI), you can view...
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Adult Women’s Support Group
The next Adult Women’s Support Group will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the SARA office. The group will begin on June 12th and continue until July 17th. Please contact Theresa...
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Congratulations, Destini Monroe, Kid Hero!
Fourth grade Jackson-Via Elementary student Destini Monroe received the 2nd Annual Nancy Coates Walker Kid Hero Award at a recent school assembly. Destini was chosen from many nominations of students...
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Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon!
BOOK OF THE MONTH REVIEW: The book, Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon, written by Patty Lovell and illustrated by David Catrow, leads adults and children alike into the world of little Molly Lou, her zany...
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Volunteers Wanted!
There are several new opportunities to get involved at SARA! 1 OUTREACH SARA needs outreach volunteers to help engage and increase access to SARA for our whole community. Outreach Volunteers organize...
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ER Advocate Positions Available at SARA
Emergency Advocate (Paid Position) The Sexual Assault Resource Agency (SARA) seeks compassionate people to join our team of Emergency Advocates for victims of sexual assault and abuse. Emergency...
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Time to Nominate the Next Grimm Award Recipient!
SARA is requesting nominations for the annual Annette DeGregoria Grimm Award. In honor of Ms. Grimm, former SARA executive director, the award is intended to recognize extraordinary contributions to...
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SARA spotlighted in Alliance newsletter
Recently, a wonderful SARA program was highlighted in the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance e-newsletter. See the story below: Spotlight on Sexual Assault Resource Agency (New in...
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August Kids’ Book Review
What do you do when a kid in your class threatens to turn you and your friends into “human pretzels”? In the book, ”Bully B.E.A.N.S., written by Julia Cook and illustrated by Anita Dufalla, that’s...
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The Gift of the Volunteer
“I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.” Maya Angelou This quote gives a great visual on how important it is...
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