Philadelphia, PA (April 22, 2021) In support of April is the 20th Anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, WOAR (WOMEN ORGANIZED AGAINST RAPE), Philadelphia’s ONLY Rape crisis center will host it’s an annual fundraiser virtually on Thursday, April 22, 2021 @ 6:00pm – 7:00pm to raise funds to eradicate sexual violence.
Appropriately titled, “Sing Out Loud – Singing for Survival” to stamp out sexual assault will feature the Incomparable and Barnes Foundation Deputy Director of Audience Engagement & Chief Experience Officer, Valerie Gay along with an array of voices from various organizations in the Philadelphia region. Those in attendance will see an all-star Sing Out Loud Chorale exhibiting a unified, powerful voice through the silence surrounding the issue of sexual violence. “WOAR is proud to bring a chorus of survivors, friends, community advocates, and partners who will use their hearts and voices to raise funds for Philadelphia’s ONLY rape crisis center. This is truly an honor and added bonus as we celebrate the 20thAnniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and our inaugural Sing Out Loud fundraiser,” said, Dr. Monique Howard, Executive Director of WOAR.
Each year as part of its fundraising efforts, WOAR highlights champions who make a difference in the fight against rape and sexual assault. This year’s Inaugural Sing Out Loud award recipients continue to inspire the Philadelphia community – WOMEN’S WAY and Gender Justice Fund. WOMEN’S WAY’s mission is to advance gender equity for all women and girls. Gender Justice Fund robust mission is to end the political and economic inequalities facing women and girls in Greater Philadelphia. “Each awardee is being recognized for their commitment and tireless efforts to stem the tide of sexual assault, I extremely proud,” said Dr. Howard.
Preventing sexual violence is up to all of us! To learn more, donate and join WOAR in its efforts in ending sexual assault, feel free to visit the official website: www.woar.org or follow us on social media @woarphila or call – 215-985-3315.
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About WOAR
Founded in 1971, WOAR is Philadelphia’s only rape crisis center and one of the first in the nation. WOAR’s mission is to eliminate all forms of sexual violence through specialized treatment services, comprehensive prevention education programs, and advocacy for the rights of victims of sexual assault.
