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Boston Area Rape Crisis Center

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Dedicated to healing. Advocating for change.
Our mission is to end sexual violence. Hotline: 800-841-8371 (24-7), barcc.org/chat (9 a.m.-11 p.m.)
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TW: Content about sexual assault On the same day that staff at local domestic violence and sexual assault programs across Massachusetts were learning that their funding was being cut by 25% to 40%, a CNN investigation exposed the "online rape academy," an online subculture dedicated to the systematic education of men on how to use substances to facilitate sexual assault. Earlier in the week, two members of Congress resigned due to sexual assault allegations. Extensive media coverage has illuminated the extent of sexual violence, but it has not led to necessary change. In fact, a major funding source designed to support survivors in Massachusetts is being decimated because of actions of the federal government. The Massachusetts Office of Victim Assistance (MOVA), which receives funding through the Federal Victims of Crime Act, has recently informed our community of domestic violence (DV) and sexual violence (SV) agencies of drastic cuts to federal funding for the upcoming fiscal year, starting July 1, 2026. Read about how this drastically impacts the work of our local SA & DV services in our joint statement with Casa Myrna Vasquez, Health Imperatives, and Transition House through the link in our bio. by @barccofficial
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Are you visiting our Cambridge office for a workshop, session, or event? Here’s how to get there! taken in Boston Area Rape Crisis Center: BARCC by @barccofficial
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BARCC's hotline exists to help survivors feel supported immediately and find the next steps they need to move forward. Hotline volunteers are required to take an extensive, 40-hour rape crisis counselor training that prepares them to meet people in all stages of their experience, from the immediate crisis after an assault, to years into the healing process. [Content warning: suicide] We understand that there can be significant risks when emergency services are called to support individuals in crisis. This is why at BARCC, we do not call 911 without consent, unless the person shares they will take action to end their life imminently and they are unable to engage in safety planning. We explain this policy at the beginning of each conversation so callers always have a choice to share–or not share–what they are going through. We're here for you. Call our 24-7 hotline at 800-841-8371 or chat 9 a.m.–11 p.m. [Image Description: 1: What to expect when you call the hotline. Swipe to learn. 2: A friendly, nonjudgmental person, who believes you and hears you will answer your call. 3: We’ll ask some questions to learn more about what would help you in this exact moment. 4: We’ll share ideas and options about what to do next, but how to move forward is your choice. 5: What won’t happen when you call BARCC… Content Warning: Suicide, Slide 8. 6: We will NOT share your information with anyone unless you provide your consent. 7: You do NOT have to share any information you don’t want to. You can call our hotline completely anonymously by choosing option 2 in the main menu or by using our web chat barcc.org/chat. 8: We will NOT call 911 unless you share that you will take action to end your life and you are unable to engage in safety planning. At the start of each call, we tell callers that sharing this kind of information may result in a call to 911. Callers always have a choice to share - or not share - what they’re going through. 9: Let’s recap. We believe you. We’re here to help give you options. We value your privacy and confidentiality. Your safety is important. 10: Ready to talk? 24/7 hotline: 800-841-8371. barcc.org/chat 9 a.m.–11 p.m. BARCC.ORG // @BARCCOFFICIAL.] by @barccofficial
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What an incredible afternoon! The Sound of Resilience raised $2,325 for the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center! Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, and supported this special event, and to my brother Marcus for joining me onstage. The concert may be over, but our work supporting survivors continues. 💜 Please consider donating to help us make an even greater impact! Every dollar counts. https://www.spotfund.com/FromVictimtoSurvivor2026 Thank you for helping turn music into meaningful change. 📸: @stevesmithphotography by @barccofficial
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Last week I spoke at the Cornell Jane Doe Solidarity Rally on Boston Common organized by @massnow @victimrightslaw @barccofficial @jane.doe.inc @protecttransfutures and others. I condemned what the Cornell 7 and their 57 enablers in the group chat did to Jane Doe at the Chi Phi frat house — and I also condemned the failures of Cornell University and the criminal legal system in responding to her attackers. Jane Doe made a very clear statement during the Title IX process that she was 100% confident she was raped, and yet that process and those institutions failed her. I talked about some of what we’ve done on Beacon Hill to support survivors — and I joined with rally organizers in calling on the legislature to do more — by increasing state funding for sexual and domestic violence services, investing in prevention and response mechanisms, and removing systemic barriers preventing survivors from accessing support. In particular, the state government should fund and require mandatory consent education, from early elementary through high school and also pass the Healthy Youth Act. by @barccofficial
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Thank you @wgbh for covering this story! Tickets for my concert are still available: https://forms.gle/hft5DtMoqvPv55fEA 💜🧡 https://www.wgbh.org/news/local/2026-10-16/sexual-violence-survivor-turned-advocate-hosts-benefit-concert-in-wake-of-cornell-7-case by @barccofficial
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Due to forecasted rain tomorrow, the Domestic Violence Vigil has been rescheduled for the rain date: Tuesday, October 20. The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) will be joining the City of Cambridge for the Domestic Violence Vigil in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Vigil will honor those we have lost to domestic violence this year and bring our community together to raise awareness and take action toward ending domestic violence. Please join us on Tuesday, October 20, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Cambridge City Hall, located at 795 Massachusetts Avenue. The Silent Witness Exhibit will also be on display throughout the day as a tribute to those who have lost their lives to domestic violence. The exhibit features life-size silhouettes representing victims, with each display sharing a story and honoring the individual behind it. The exhibit offers an opportunity to reflect on the lives impacted by domestic violence and the importance of continued awareness, support, and action. We invite community members to join us in remembrance and solidarity for survivors. We thank our partners in the Domestic & Gender-Based Violence Prevention Initiative at the City, and all of our nonprofit partners for their work to support survivors and create change in our community. by @barccofficial
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🎹 This Saturday, I’ll be holding a piano concert in support of the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center. 📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026 🕓 4:00 P.M. 📍 Holden Chapel, Harvard University 🎓 Student Tickets: $25 🎟️ General Admission: $45 Tickets: https://forms.gle/VU2LNP5yHUQqevFC8 Can’t attend? You can still support BARCC through an advance donation: https://www.spotfund.com/FromVictimtoSurvivor2026 Thank you to everyone who has already bought a ticket, donated, shared the event, or helped bring this concert to life. I can’t wait to share this afternoon with you. by @barccofficial
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Julia Devanthéry, Director of LSC’s Housing Justice for Survivors Project, was among the honorees at the 2026 “It Takes a Village” event last month, recognized for her ongoing work with the Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) since 2017. Pictured here with Clare Namugga (right), Case Management Program Services Director, who nominated Julia for the award, and Liz Speakman (left), Executive Director of BARCC. by @barccofficial
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ONE IN FOUR. ❌ I SAY NO MORE. ❌ Yesterday, we rallied in Boston to demand justice for Jane Doe and all survivors of sexual violence. Take action to end sexual violence in your communities: ‼️Call on universities, healthcare institutions and state leaders to prevent violence and support survivors ‼️Join Mass NOW’s Campus Network to bring feminist programs to your community. Thank you to all of our partner organizations who showed up in solidarity last night: Jane Doe Inc @jane.doe.inc BARCC @barccofficial Center for Healing & Advocacy at Emerson Mass 50501 The Network/La Red @thenetworklared Eleonora Cordiovani Victim Rights Law Center @victimrightslaw UMass Boston Women in Policy Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance @massmova Bay State Birth Coalition @baystatebirth Reproductive Equity Now @reproequitynow Transition House @thousecambridge Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund Massachusetts @ppadvocacyma LOLA @lola Our Bodies Ourselves @obostoday BSWAC @bostonswac And we’re grateful to the elected officials standing with us, including: City Councilor Durkan @councilordurkan State Representative Mike Connolly @mikeconnollyma State Senator Sal DiDomenico @sensaldidomenico State Senator Patricia Jehlen @senpatjehlen Senator Ed Markey @edmarkey taken in Boston Common by @barccofficial
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The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) will be joining the City of Cambridge for the Domestic Violence Vigil in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Vigil will honor those we have lost to domestic violence this year and bring our community together to raise awareness and take action toward ending domestic violence. Join us on Tuesday, October 13, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Cambridge City Hall, located at 795 Massachusetts Avenue. The rain date is October 20. The Silent Witness Exhibit will also be on display throughout the day as a tribute to those who have lost their lives to domestic violence. The exhibit features life-size silhouettes representing victims, with each display sharing a story and honoring the individual behind it. The exhibit offers an opportunity to reflect on the lives impacted by domestic violence and the importance of continued awareness, support, and action. We invite community members to join us in remembrance and solidarity for survivors. We thank our partners in the Domestic & Gender-Based Violence Prevention Initiative at the City, and all of our nonprofit partners for their work to support survivors and create change in our community. by @barccofficial
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🚨 WE DEMAND AN END TO SEXUAL VIOLENCE 🚨 Last night, we gathered with hundreds of people at the Boston Common to stand in solidarity with Jane Doe in her fight against Cornell University and the Chi Phi fraternity, and all survivors of sexual violence. We’re calling on campuses, healthcare institutions, state leaders, and our own community to take action to end sexual violence 💜 The fight doesn’t end at the end of the rally, we’re fighting for survivors every single day. Take action as a student and join our Feminist Campus Network (link in bio!) Thank you to all of our partner organizations who showed up in solidarity last night: Jane Doe Inc @jane.doe.inc BARCC @barccofficial Center for Healing & Advocacy at Emerson Mass 50501 The Network/La Red @thenetworklared Eleonora Cordiovani Victim Rights Law Center @victimrightslaw UMass Boston Women in Policy Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance @massmova Bay State Birth Coalition @baystatebirth Reproductive Equity Now @reproequitynow Transition House @thousecambridge Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund Massachusetts @ppadvocacyma LOLA @lola Our Bodies Ourselves @obostoday BSWAC @bostonswac And we’re grateful to the elected officials standing with us, including: City Councilor Durkan @councilordurkan State Representative Mike Connolly @mikeconnollyma State Senator Sal DiDomenico @sensaldidomenico State Senator Patricia Jehlen @senpatjehlen Senator Ed Markey @edmarkey taken in Boston Common by @barccofficial
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