"Immigrants, especially undocumented immigrants, face a variety of challenges in this country, including being disproportionately subjected to crimes and violations involving sexual harm. (1/2)

We're excited to introduce Survivor Voices, a new series from CAASE. Our first guest writer is Jean Cozier. Find the piece at www.caase.org/survivor-voi... #SurvivorVoices #SurvivorWriting #SupportSurvivors

Ending money bond makes survivors of gender-based violence safer. 👏 Learn more in a new op-ed from CAASE's Executive Director, Kaethe Morris Hoffer, and Amanda Pyron of The Network: thehill.com/opinion/crim... #EndMoneyBond #PretrialFairnessAct #SupportSurvivors

"This reform is a shift away from a wealth-based system that allowed people with money to buy their way out of jail, even if they were a safety threat to others. The PFA corrects this inequity and includes key protections for victims, including survivors of gender-based violence." (1/2)

Let's Chat Over Lunch is this Wednesday! **TIME CHANGED**: we will be moving the event up one hour, starting at noon instead of 1pm. See you there!

"It’s about ensuring the truth cannot be buried and that those who cause harm are held to account. Survivors deserve to see the full scope of the files, and the public deserves to understand how such exploitation was allowed to persist for so long." #BelieveSurvivors #StandWithSurvivors

CAASE is honored to be a part of this Domestic Violence Awareness Month event with so many other amazing Chicago anti-gender-based violence partners. Join us on Tues., 10/7, from noon to 1 PM at Daley Plaza. (1/2)

Nicole Schult, legal director of Uptown People’s Law Center, said the women came forward with their complaints because “every single one of them wants to make sure that this doesn’t happen to other women in custody.” trib.al/67ZWK9z

Today marks 2️⃣ years of the #PretrialFairnessAct being implemented in IL! Ending cash bail has been one of CAASE’s biggest policy focuses over the years. Why? Because ending cash bail is good for our communities *and* for survivors (1/3)

Today, we joined other organizations in filing 7 lawsuits that reveal a pervasive culture of sexual assault by correctional officers at Logan prison in Illinois. Individual perpetrators must face accountability, and the DOC must address this ongoing cycle of abuse, cover-ups, and retaliation.

Seven current and formerly incarcerated women filed federal lawsuits over the last week alleging sexual assault, harassment and institutional retaliation at Illinois’ primary women’s prison, Logan Correctional Center. to.wttw.com/47PcMeu

After trying repeatedly to find a safe person to tell about her alleged a sexual assault by a correctional officer, a woman who was detained at Logan Correctional Center intercepted a female staff member. But after finally reporting the attack, the woman said, she faced nothing but retaliation.

Seven women filed federal lawsuits against correctional officers and internal investigators at Logan Correctional Center. Elizabeth Payne, who represents the women, called the pattern of sexual abuse “an epidemic.” trib.al/fdB6erg

“‘The environment is ripe for sexual abuse. The mostly male staff has pretty much unchecked power over female (detainees),’ said Elizabeth Payne, legal director of the Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation... (1/3)

CAASE’s legal team is grateful to work with Uptown People's Law Center on these filings on behalf of women who experienced ongoing sexual assault, harassment, & retaliation at Logan Correctional Center, Illinois’ primary women’s prison. (1/2)

"The protections for survivors in the bill are a step toward a better system for all. People with low incomes will no longer be locked up simply because they can’t pay bail... (1/3)

Surviving the Mic is this Thursday! Hope to see you there.

One month till we gather for #CelebratingAllies, our inspiring fall fundraiser! Be part of this uplifting evening in support of survivors and help us cheer on extraordinary people who are making a difference for #GenderJustice. Get your tickets today! secure.qgiv.com/for/caase/ev...

This week marks two years since the #PretrialFairnessAct was implemented in Illinois. Ending cash bail has been one of CAASE’s biggest policy focuses over the years. (1/2)

We're so proud of our prevention team for a fantastic presentation at the National Sexual Assault Conference hosted by @valor.us in Anaheim, CA, last month! Their work is consistently innovative, sharp, & thoughtful, inspiring & empowering youth to end sexual harm. 👏 #PreventionEducation

We're excited to introduce Survivor Voices, a new series from CAASE. Our first guest writer is Jean Cozier. Find the piece at www.caase.org/survivor-voi... #SurvivorVoices #SurvivorWriting #SupportSurvivors

We are so excited to welcome our guests to #CelebratingAllies next month, to celebrate *these* allies! ✴️Sarah Conway & Trina Reynolds-Tyler - Visionary Award Honorees ✴️Nathan Henderson - Pro Bono Luminary Award ✴️Sauntè Harden-Tate - Performer ✴️Chapman & Cutler - Pro Bono Excellence Award (1/2)

👏👏👏 www.chicagotribune.com/2025/09/08/e...

Don’t miss this fantastic conversation feat. Elizabeth & Emily from CAASE’s legal team on the Rights & Remedies podcast from ALM Law. They dive into their careers serving & representing survivors of sexual harm, navigating cyber sexual abuse laws in IL, criminalized survivors, & much more. (1/2)

Survivors of gender-based violence do not need more barriers, more threats, or more challenges as they navigate an already complicated road to justice and healing. ICE’s presence at Cook County’s domestic violence courthouse is especially frightening and cruel. (1/2)

Special event this Saturday, Sept. 6! You're invited to this powerful dialogue on the power of story for change with the Center for Story & Witness as part of the Printer's Row Lit Fest. Free! Learn more at printersrowlitfest.org

CAASE's Legal Director, Elizabeth Payne, presented this week at an event hosted by the Women’s Human Rights Institute of Korea and the U.S. Embassy Seoul. (1/2)

Surviving the Mic is 2 weeks away — join us!

Looking forward to this much-needed discussion on the Pretrial Fairness Act with Kaethe Morris Hoffer and other steadfast partners. Register & join us tomorrow: bit.ly/41wwE1Z #PretrialFairnessNow #PretrialJustice #SupportSurvivors

Settle into a cozy, cool fall with CAASE! 🍂 🥧 🎑 🌰 🎃 🌆 ☕ Join us for Surviving the Mic or Let's Chat Over Lunch, which are both virtual! Find everything you need to know at caase.org/events-calendar/ #CommunityEngagement #SupportSurvivors #ChicagoEvents

Before we head into the holiday weekend, make sure your early bird tickets to #CelebratingAllies are secured! Register before the sale ends on Sunday! Act now and you'll save $25 per ticket to this uplifting event.

Why does the Red Zone exist? ⚪Because parental supervision is reduced for the first time ⚪Because there are many parties, often with alcohol ⚪Because many students are being exposed to new social scenes Find the answer & take our interactive quiz on our newest blog: www.caase.org/the-red-zone/

"For communities in crisis, direct cash isn’t just helpful, it’s transformative. More than half of the Survivor Fund recipients — 61% — said it improved their safety." chicago.suntimes.com/other-views/...

Last week, our staff and interns got together for an end-of-summer hurrah! It's always a good time relaxing and catching up together. 🌤️🎨

We're so grateful for the work Elizabeth, Emily, and our entire legal team do to support survivors. You won't want to miss their conversation with ALM Law! Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts now! youtu.be/IZIwD4lOf5I?...

Join us this Wednesday for Let's Chat Over Lunch!

The back-to-school season brings a new chapter for many of the young people in our lives. Make sure they are prepared to make it a safe one! #TheRedZone marks the stretch of time happening now when college students are at an increased risk of sexual assault. (1/2)

The end of the early bird sale for #CelebratingAllies is quickly approaching! Don’t miss your chance to secure your spot and save. Take advantage of early bird prices by August 31! Buy your ticket 🎟️ today: secure.qgiv.com/for/caase/ev... #SupportSurvivors

CAASE is hiring! Join us in our mission to end sexual harm. We are accepting applications for: 🔍 Policy Director 🔎 Legal Fellow 🔍 Legal Intern Find all the details on the roles & how to apply on our website: www.caase.org/job-openings/ Please help us spread the word by sharing with your networks!

Surviving the Mic is tomorrow! Join us on Zoom at 3pm for our monthly online gathering space for survivors of sexual harm & those who support them. This event begins with a check-in & dialogue on current events, followed by a trauma-informed writing workshop designed for survivors. (1/2)

Let's Chat Over Lunch is August 27th! 📅 It's our monthly community forum. We meet via Zoom and chat about current cultural events, media, and news headlines related to sexual harm and social injustice. Meet us there on the 27th at 1 pm! Learn more: www.caase.org/event/lcol/2...

"Sexual assault is a problem throughout the transportation industry, including for other ride-sharing companies, as well as traditional taxi cabs. (1/2)...

As the summer winds down, many of the young people in our lives are embarking into a new school year. "The Red Zone," from August through November, marks the stretch when college students are at a higher risk for sexual assault. 🛑 Let's talk about what we can do about it! (1/2)

"One of the reasons the epidemic of violence against women is so unacknowledged is because cases like these are talked about individually, and often treated as though they are shocking aberrations rather than part of a pervasive pattern that operates at all levels of society." #BelieveSurvivors

Making sure a survivor feels supported can be hugely impactful in the aftermath of assault. Do you know how to respond when someone tells you they have been sexually assaulted? Read our blog for five tips. 🧡 www.caase.org/support-sexu...

"...not only is the Survivor Model extremely effective at shrinking commercial sex markets & by extension, reducing sex trafficking & sexual exploitation, but it has also facilitated a cultural shift towards gender equality in nations that have adopted this approach." rights4girls.org/buyersunmasked

Join us for Surviving the Mic in 2 weeks! It's our virtual event for survivors and those who support them. We will: ✔️ Check in and talk about current events ✔️ Lead a trauma-informed writing workshop ✔️ Share our writing with one another (if you'd like!) (1/2)

Will you join us for an August event? Save the dates — the 21st and 27th! 📅

It's back-to-school season. Be equipped with knowledge & resources for yourself & the students in your life, should you ever need it. www.caase.org/school-help-... CAASE provides 100% free, expert representation to survivors of sexual harm. Contact us if you need help navigating your options.

“I want to help society so that no little girl or teen is ever in my position.” Criminalized survivors like Alexis are deserving of grace and healing. 🧡 www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/... #CriminalizedSurvivors #SurvivedAndPunished