SACHA

Last call to apply to volunteer at TBTN! We are so grateful for all the volunteers who have made TBTN possible over the years! Today is the last day for vol­un­teers (of any gen­der age 18+) to sign up to support with tabling, marshalling, and set-up & take-down. Vol­un­teers must be able to attend a full day (10am-4pm) train­ing on Sep­tem­ber 15th at the YWCA to be trained in de-esca­la­tion, anti-racism, anti-oppres­sion, event logis­tics, and role spe­cif­ic instruc­tions. There will be vol­un­teer oppor­tu­ni­ties on the day of TBTN (Sept 19th) from 2pm — 11:30pm with flex­i­ble shift lengths but we ask that you can com­mit to at least 3 hours of vol­un­teer­ing at TBTN. To learn more and sign up: https://forms.gle/EKQJb32X7YCfHjWh9

Each year we rely on incred­i­ble TBTN vol­un­teers to make the event a huge suc­cess! We are cur­rent­ly look­ing for vol­un­teers of any gen­der age 18+ who can sup­port the event in roles such as tabling sup­port, march mar­shals, and set-up & take-down roles. Vol­un­teers must be able to attend a full day train­ing on Sep­tem­ber 15th at the YWCA to be trained in de-esca­la­tion, anti-racism, anti-oppres­sion, event logis­tics, and role spe­cif­ic instruc­tions. There will be vol­un­teer oppor­tu­ni­ties on the day of TBTN (Sept 19th) from 2pm — 11:30pm with flex­i­ble shift lengths but we ask that you can com­mit to at least 3 hours of vol­un­teer­ing at TBTN. To learn more and sign up vis­it https://forms.gle/dcftnFpCqSqfg8uQA

TBTN T-Shirt Presale from now until Sept 5th at 6pm only!!!

For 24hrs only we are selling TBTN 2024 shirts! Proceeds go towards supporting the work we do at SACHA!��This is the only way to guarantee you can get a TBTN 2024 shirt! We cannot guarantee but may have additional shirts available the night of the event.

AND this year you can customize your shirt! There are 4 ink colour options available to choose from! 💜💛💚🩵

Visit the form below for more information and to order yours today!

https://forms.gle/NV54sFRGSRwk5KYG8

The big news is… TAKE BACK THE NIGHT IS HAPPENING THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 19th!!!

We will be posting a lot about it over the next 2 weeks!

But for now what we need from you to share the news that TBTN is happening! Due to some unforeseen events we had to wait to share this news but our committee has been working hard for months to make this happen! Please share this post, tell your friends, family, coworkers, neighbours, and anyone else who you think wants to be a part of this incredible event!

We will have community tables, live music, and Indigenous market, give-a-ways, activities, speeches, and of course, a march!! Join us for a night of empowerment, taking up space, and showing solidarity to survivors!!

Our theme this year is “I Believe A World Free Of Violence Is Possible”! We are so excited to this and will tell you more about what this means to us shortly 💚

We had a great time today at the Labour Day Parade & Picnic! Thank you for another successful labour celebration. It was great to see lots of folks out marching and more coming out for the picnic. #ʟᴀʙᴏᴜʀᴅᴀʏ2024

Wooo! Thank you for your support! 💚

TODAY (Saturday, August 31) when you shop at Dr. Disc, we will donate 10% of all sales to SSACHA a Hamilton-based Sexual Assault Centre working to support survivors and end sexual violence for over 40 years.

SACHA 24-hour support line: (905) 525-4162

Learn more about SACHA by visiting https://sacha.ca/

Please note that Dr. Disc will be ♦ CLOSED ♦ on Monday, Sep. 2 for Labour Day, but is open from noon to 6:00pm, every other day of the week!

Due to unforeseen circumstances has had to postpone their contribution to the Support Survivors Summer fundraiser for now

Thank you for always being a supporter of SACHA and taking part in our fundraisers! We are looking forward to the new SACHA feature item when it debuts! 💚

Big thank you to the local businesses (, .point, , .hamont, ) who are demonstrating support to SACHA and by taking part of our Support Survivors’ Summer Fundraiser. Please look through the slides to see how your purchases at these local businesses will be contributing to funds donated.

It takes a community to end sexual violence!

If you are a local business that would like to participate in SACHA fundraisers please reach out to [email protected]

It can be hard to hear that trauma changes your brain. It can help to know that healing changes your brain too. You are not alone and we are here to support you in your healing journey 💚

Thank you to McMaster University for inviting us in to collab with SVPRO in training Welcome Week Reps in Bystander Intervention! We’ve has amazing, meaningful conversations with students so far and look forward to more! 🧡

SACHA's 24 hour Crisis Support Line number 905 525 4162 has been restored. Thank you for your patience.

SACHA's Support Line has a temporary number at this time. Please call 1-888-646-9526 until further notice.

Do you want to support survivors? Volunteer with SACHA!

We are recruiting support line volunteers until September 6th!

Women and non-binary volunteers answer SACHA’s Support Line outside of SACHA's office hours from their homes. A sixteen-week training is provided after a short screening process.

Learn more and apply at www.sacha.ca/volunteer

Why speak up about sexual and gender-based violence?
- We all have a role to play in ending violence -

To let survivors know they are not alone - Seeing someone speak out, whether it’s a loved one, acquaintance, stranger, or community organization can help survivors know that someone cares, someone will believe them and never blame them, someone sees them and isn’t afraid to talk about a subject that some people label as taboo.

To push for systemic change and support - When we talk openly about sexual and gender-based violence we raise awareness of the systemic nature of these violences and have more power as a community to advocate for changes and supports like increased funding to sexual assault centres and community action plans.

To change someone’s perspective - Challenging myths and misconceptions around sexual and gender-based violence can create a ripple effect where more people are examining their own biases and having conversations that lead to creating more supportive and knowledgeable communities.

To build community empowerment - When survivors see other people talking about sexual and gender-based violence they may feel more empowered to speak up themselves or reach out for support. When allies see people bravely speaking up it can give more people the confidence to join the conversation and encourage change.

Call it femicide. Barbara Church, a 77-year woman in Hamilton was murdered by her male neighbour.

Call it femicide. When we don’t we ignore the systemic components and interconnectedness of this violence.

Call it femicide. When we don’t we fail to recognize that women are disproportionately targeted based on gender and that there is an epidemic of gender-based violence in Hamilton and Ontario.

Call it femicide. When we don’t we lose sight of the fact that this violence is preventable and stems from misogyny.

Call it femicide. When we don’t acknowledge that it is real, how can we ever eliminate it? How can we honour those whose lives have been taken by gender-based violence? How can we advocate for change without acknowledging the problem and the cause?

SACHA's 24 hour Crisis Support Line number 905-525-4162 has been restored. Thank you for your patience.

SACHA’s 24 hr Support Line has a temporary number

1 - 888 - 646 - 9526

Our regular number is currently unavailable until further notice

You are resilient & you shouldn’t have to be

You are not alone.

It’s okay if you’re struggling, no one should ever have to go through sexual violence but you are a survivor and you deserve to have all the time, support, compassion, and resources you need to heal.

Call us anytime - 24 Hour Support Line - 905.525.4162

Hey you, You're Not Alone

It's okay to be afraid to reach out for support, it can be a really big step. But when you're ready we are here to listen. Our serivces are survivor-centred, we don't tell you what you need but we can support you as we figure it out together.

Learn more at www.sacha.ca

We Believe Survivors

All Survivors Deserve To Have Support

July is Disability Pride Month!

Ending ableism is necessary to ending sexual violence. Celebrating disabled people and recognizing their value, autonomy, resistance of oppression, and community joy is one way we can show love and solidarity this month. Mutual aid and community care are fundamental to building a world free of violence, work that we see disabled people doing time and time again. Let this month be a reminder that we can do better for disabled people by listening to disabled voices and advocating for systemic changes to end ableism. ❤️💛🤍🩵💚🖤

Are you a good listener? Do you want to gain skills for compassionate support? Do you care that survivors have a safe space to share?

Apply to volunteer on SACHA’s Support Line! As ’s local sexual assault centre we train women and non binary people in a 16 week program to provide support to survivors on our support line. Volunteers answer calls from their homes during non office hours 7 days a week with flexible scheduling. You can make a difference! Learn more and apply at www.sacha.ca/volunteer

Deadline to apply is August 19th 2024

We are happy and thankful to be present at today’s event at City of Hamilton City Hall in recognizing

Congratulations on a successful fundraiser! “Walk A Mile in Their Shoes” was wonderful. Jessica (Director) & Sandra (Diverse Communities Outreach Program Coordinator) were so happy to participate. Thank you for inviting Jessica to support with the banner during the walk.

There’s only 7 days left to apply to the TBTN 2024 Planning Committee! Be a part of an incredible team of people who want to make this year’s TBTN the best one yet!! Share your skills and experience and have fun building community at the same time! ✨

More info and apply at: https://forms.gle/R3EeNDNzQ79xqk8e9

Healing isn’t linear 〰️ you deserve support in your healing! 💕

At SACHA we have a range of services to support survivors in their healing. Learn more about what we offer at www.sacha.ca and know that you are not alone! 💚

Our programs:
Counselling
Sex-Trafficking Survivors Counselling
24 Hour Support Line (905.525.4162)
Diverse Communities Outreach Program
Public Education

We are now one week into Indigenous History Month and Pride Month. Indigenous people and Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ people deserve to be shown love and solidarity all year long, to celebrate community, and to have support fighting against colonization, racism, and cisheteropatriarchy. How will you show up for community? How are you supporting Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ and Indigenous joy and resistance? What does a safe community look and feel like for you? Tell us in the comments and we hope that you always know you are loved, valued, and that you are not alone 💕

We are now taking applications for the 2024 Take Back the Night Planning Committee!! Send in your application by June 17th if you want to be a part of an amazing team of organizers passionate about ending sexual violence! 💚

Learn more and apply here: https://forms.gle/R3EeNDNzQ79xqk8e9

We’re still thinking about how special Chocolate Fest was a few days ago ❤️ and wanted to send a heartfelt thank you to our vendors who created their delicious chocolate treats-it means so much to us that they donated their time, talents and energy to show their support for all the work SACHA does. Thank you for being there!
Our vendors were:
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also big thanks to our djs for the tunes, SACHA friend Jen for organizing the paper flower craft zone, .photography for the beautiful pictures, all the businesses who contributed to our silent auction, and for the decor help! And shoutout to for having us and their amazing event team! What was your favourite party of Chocolate Fest?