More than 200 runners in Washington DC, and another 321 runners throughout the country, braved the rainy weather and “Laced Up” for RAINN’s 3rd annual 5k to support survivors of sexual violence.
Following the launch of a new national, multi-network campaign, RAINN's victim service programs have seen a surge in demand. In the month since the release of the RAINN Survivor Series, 17,633 survivors have sought help from RAINN's hotlines.
Since 1994, the National Sexual Assault Hotline has helped more than 2.2 million people.
When Jennifer Marsh joined RAINN as a volunteer recruiter in 2006, the National Sexual Assault Hotline existed only by telephone, but that was all about to change.
RAINN helps more survivors than ever before, plans for an even bigger future
RAINN staff work together to provide best-in-class services for survivors, inform and educate the nation about sexual violence, and improve the public policy and criminal justice response to sexual violence.
After learning about hotline from Lady Gaga, thousands more reach out for help.
RAINN is dedicated to providing appropriate and sensitive support to everyone who seeks it. We know that no two survivors have the same experience, and we strive to provide services and information that respect these differences among us.
Support survivors by volunteering for the National Sexual Assault Hotline. RAINN will train you to provide live, anonymous crisis support to survivors across the country.