Working to end sexual violence in Maryland. mcasa.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mwtbrj4ajb26Many new laws in Maryland take effect on October 1st of the year they’re enacted, others in July. MCASA is a leading voice for survivors in Annapolis, & this year’s legislative advocacy helped support important progress. Learn more about this year's success for survivors: https://loom.ly/G4hZ4LU01 Oct 2026 16:30 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwtbrj4ajb26https://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mwqmghuu5p2aFor survivors of SV, access to trauma-informed care & non-judgmental, inclusive services that acknowledge their journey & respond to their unique needs is crucial to fostering safety & healing. This month, we honor the efforts of survivors in recovery & celebrate their strength & perseverance.30 Sep 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwqmghuu5p2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mwgafgqoyn27Will we see you in DC today? The Survivors Solidarity March will bring together survivors of sexual assault, abuse and harassment in a powerful show of force and solidarity on September 26th across the country! Learn more & register: SurvivorsSolidarityMarch.org26 Sep 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwgafgqoyn27https://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mwe23yg7gp2iYour generous support this week makes all the difference as MCASA continues to fight for survivors. If you haven't donated yet, there's still time: https://loom.ly/iZTJiYs Threats to our funding loom at every level, but YOU are helping us ensure survivor voices shape the future. Thank you!25 Sep 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwe23yg7gp2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mwbjmwyolr2mMCASA’s training programs reach thousands of advocates every year, providing training on a wide variety of topics for professionals working in the fields of sxl assault prevention & response. Training just 1 advocate means 75 survivors will have better services. Learn more: https://loom.ly/tdnz7As24 Sep 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwbjmwyolr2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mw7i3nty7l2xLawmakers are a critical piece of improving Maryland's response to sexual assault, and MCASA’s Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI) is here to use the laws that policymakers enact to help survivors of sexual violence seek justice. Learn more: https://loom.ly/Y13XH3s23 Sep 2026 19:30 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw7i3nty7l2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mw7ass76wq2zThe House passed the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act unanimously in January, with over 327 bipartisan co-sponsors. @vanhollen.senate.gov & @alsobrooks.senate.gov: Thank you for your past support for survivors. It's time for the Senate to act and pass the bipartisan, commonsense #CVFSA now! 23 Sep 2026 17:20 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw7ass76wq2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mw4fgh2cxq2lMCASA supports state & federal legislation that promotes justice for survivors of sxl violence, accountability for offenders, & protection for the general public. Our work in DC helps MD survivors & continues to ensure survivors’ voices are shaping our future: https://loom.ly/xImR-jY22 Sep 2026 14:04 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw4fgh2cxq2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mvzzr7b7px2qMCASA supports legislation that promotes justice for survivors of sxl violence, accountability for offenders & more. Lawmakers are a key piece of improving MD's response to sxl assault & your support allows MCASA to advocate for new laws to help MD survivors. Survivors vote: https://loom.ly/wHmboj8 21 Sep 2026 15:30 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvzzr7b7px2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mvxhnsvkbj2yJoin MCASA's Call to Action! This online event will showcase MCASA's & SALI's important work. Follow along this week to help fight against sxl assault & learn ab the importance of voting! We need your donations to keep survivor voices centered in Annapolis: https://loom.ly/gd_4F9020 Sep 2026 15:01 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvxhnsvkbj2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mvsnjwmmya23A MD man was convicted of rape, sex offenses & burglary tied to two 1980s sxl assaults, after decades-old evidence was matched to his DNA. Timely testing of rape kits is key to supporting survivors & holding offenders accountable. Read more: https://loom.ly/98TtcwM18 Sep 2026 17:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvsnjwmmya23https://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mvntaw3dsq23In 2022, MD amended MD Business Regulation Code to require lodging establishments (like hotels, motels, & inns) to train employees to identify the signs of human trafficking. Almost 4 years later, records show nearly 90% have not, leaving survivors unprotected. Learn more: https://loom.ly/mvRNBLM16 Sep 2026 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvntaw3dsq23https://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mv3snfztpq2aSave the date for the Maryland Women of Color Network annual conference! Join us in person at Bowie State University on November 13th. Registration information to follow.09 Sep 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv3snfztpq2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3muziux3jb32xJoin MCASA's Call to Action! This weeklong online event will showcase MCASA's & SALI's important work. Follow along to help fight against sxl assault & learn ab the importance of voting! We need your donations to keep survivor voices centered in Annapolis: https://loom.ly/9ymlIX808 Sep 2026 17:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3muziux3jb32xhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3muf6i3bpxo2hAs we wrap up another #BackToSchool series, we remind you that MCASA is here to support you year-round! Interested in learning more about sxl violence prevention & response? Check out our Prevention page (https://loom.ly/p5ZMe0s) & free Online Training Library (https://loom.ly/VBku1rk) on our site!31 Aug 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3muf6i3bpxo2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mu5n3ectxd24Going #BackToSchool can mean big changes! Now's a perfect time to learn abt what your school has to offer & how you can #GetInvolved. Does your campus have an “It’s On Us” chapter or another student group working to prevent sxl violence? Student groups are a great way to make a difference on campus!28 Aug 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu5n3ectxd24https://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mtym5h5vod2eWomen’s Equality Day reminds us that gender equality cannot exist while violence against women continues. In Maryland, 57.2% of women have experienced sxl or intimate partner violence during their lifetime. (1/3 🧵)26 Aug 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtym5h5vod2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mtw74brwhf2eWhen working w college students, it’s important to note the difference between mandated reporters of SA & those who provide confidential support to survivors. Professors, coaches & admin. employees may be mandatory reporters & have to share any type of sxl misconduct w the campus Title IX office 🧵25 Aug 2026 16:05 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtw74brwhf2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mtnbtkgqgi2bMore than 1 in 8 college students exp. sxl violence in their time on campus. The majority of college sxl assaults happen in the fall semester; a time known as the Red Zone. It’s important for college communities to recognize this high risk time & promote healthy relationships & consent to prevent SV22 Aug 2026 03:00 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtnbtkgqgi2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mtbxy22kiy2hGoing #BackToSchool might mean going on dates w someone you just met. It’s important to respect the boundaries of your date. Pressuring someone to do something intimate that they're not ready for is sxl coercion. Listen to your partner, discuss your boundaries, & practice enthusiastic consent!17 Aug 2026 15:04 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbxy22kiy2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mt2gjktdme2tLearning abt consent is a key part of working w young ppl to prevent SV. A consent lesson is a great way to get ready for #BackToSchool. Consent is a convo between partners abt boundaries & what everyone's comfortable w. Consent should be: #FreelyGiven #Reversible #Informed #Enthusiastic & #Specific14 Aug 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2gjktdme2thttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3msxw2q5lxo2eThe summer edition of Frontline is live! MCASA’s Frontline is a digital newsletter on sxl violence prevention & response. In this edition we discuss AI & sxl assault, why comprehensive sex ed is a fundamental right for persons w disabilities, & more. Read the full articles: https://loom.ly/_dAtGlQ13 Aug 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxw2q5lxo2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3msvfnfd6gz2xDo you #KnowYourRights as a student? As you prepare to go #BackToSchool it’s a great time to learn abt #TitleIX. Title IX prohibits sex-based discrimination in schools & educational programs that get federal funding. It incl. protecting & supporting students who faced campus sxl assault & harassment12 Aug 2026 15:04 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3msvfnfd6gz2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mssqqqsjny2uAs kids get ready to go #BackToSchool, there’s 1 important lesson that shouldn't be skipped: body safety. Young kids are particularly vulnerable to sxl abuse & part of keeping them safe means giving them the tools to know if something unsafe is happening. 11 Aug 2026 13:45 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mssqqqsjny2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3msj5xun6n22iMCASA's SAVAT is an online training for advocates who work directly with sxl assault survivors in Maryland. It covers intro & advanced topics to provide a foundation of best practices. Live webinars & self-paced learning courses are available through Sept. Learn more: https://loom.ly/U5gYzzw07 Aug 2026 18:15 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3msj5xun6n22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3msdshczect2r#JusticiaParaVictimas Si usted, o alguien que usted conoce, es un sobreviviente de asalto sexual, abuso sexual infantil, o tráfico sexual aprenda sus derechos. Llame a SALI: 301-565-2277.05 Aug 2026 15:05 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3msdshczect2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3msdse4ptin23#SurvivorsHaveRights If you, or someone you know, is a survivor of sexual assault, child sex abuse, or sex trafficking, learn your rights. Call MCASA's Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI): 301-565-2277. 05 Aug 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3msdse4ptin23https://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3ms6rg3e3el26Join MCASA for a free Sxl Violence Summer Prevention Lunch & Learn Series! This series features panel discussions w experts in the prevention field. The second session, on 8/12, is on Child Sexual Abuse Prevention: Engaging Caring Adults & Youth in MD. Learn more & register: https://loom.ly/ObJk-OU03 Aug 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms6rg3e3el26https://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mrx7zdhiv32qInterested in learning more about online safety and sxl violence prevention for the young people in your life? Check out MCASA’s prevention webpage for more content: https://mcasa.org/prevention31 Jul 2026 15:03 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrx7zdhiv32qhttps://bsky.app/profile/mcasaorg.bsky.social/post/3mrupkyma2x2p1 way to protect you & your child’s privacy is to avoid sharing locations on social media. When posting photos, turn off location options that pin each pic. This is key for places you frequent like home or school- locations & routines shouldn't be accessible to anyone who can see your social media.30 Jul 2026 15:04 +0000at://did:plc:xu2vm3fg3mujxysffqcfla4g/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrupkyma2x2p