National Sexual Assault Coalition Resource Sharing Project (RSP) Content Topic Results

This resource outlines the federal guidelines on lobbying that are of particular interest to domestic and sexual violence coalitions, provides advice for complying with these regulations, and offers further resources on lobbying activities for nonprofits.

In this edition, Reshape explores the successes and challenges faced by coalitions around the country related to technology. The articles are intended to help coalitions use technology in the ways that best suit their needs.

Local programs who are interested in beginning or expanding services based on holistic healing approaches for survivors will find support for their efforts in the Why Holistic Healing section, draw inspiration from the work highlighted in the Voices from the Field section, and, more concretely, find some crucial steps to incorporate various healing approaches in the Working Together section.

Child sexual abuse is complex and can affect survivors in different ways in different areas over the years: trust, safety, power, physical health, emotional and spiritual well being, and social relationships. This paper considers the practices of rape crisis centers and coalitions as they act, engage, and remember with adult survivors of child sexual abuse with strategies in crisis intervention, counseling, holistic healing, and advocacy for adult survivors of child sexual abuse.

Sexual assault is a most intimate crime, and when it happens in our most intimate sanctuaries -- our homes -- the trauma is devastating and difficult to escape. Healing from sexual violence can only happen on a foundation of safety and safety starts with home. In this paper, we will consider issues and advocacy related to emergency shelter and longer-term housing for sexual violence survivors.

This newsletter addresses issues that arise in dual coalitions. The articles focus on ideas and experiences of those working on creating balance and equality within dual coalitions.

This newsletter of the National Sexual Assault Coalition Resource Sharing Project focuses on the ways that Sexual Assault Coalitions are building capacity for community collaborations as well as collaborations with governmental entities.

This publication deals with the topic of sex offender management and provides important information to coalitions on how to respond to this issue.

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This resource provides valuable information and helpful tips for keeping safe from cyberstalkers while online.

This resource addresses ways in which service providers can get involved with developing public policy without violating nonprofit lobbying regulations.

This report presents findings from focus groups and critical conversations on the progress and challenges faced by Women of Color working at sexual assault coalitions.