Raising Awareness for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Riveon Mental Health and Recovery’s Sexual Assault Services has joined the Voices of Change campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, standing in solidarity with survivors and raising awareness about sexual violence in Lorain County and Ohio, according to a recent news release. In partnership with the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence, Riveon’s Sexual Assault Services is highlighting the urgent need for action, prevention, and support. The organization is committed to being an active part of a survivor’s support system, providing compassionate listeners, helping survivors navigate the legal and medical systems, and connecting people with community resources.
Statistics and Services
Recent data collected by the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence from the state’s rape crisis centers demonstrates the services provided by Riveon’s Sexual Assault Services. Some key statistics include:
- 41,550 helpline calls answered — providing crisis support and resources to survivors and their loved ones
- 12,350 survivors served — offering trauma-informed care and advocacy
- 9,677 hours of legal advocacy — guiding survivors through the legal system
- 7,600 hours of medical advocacy — supporting survivors during medical exams and treatments
- 94,721 prevention education contacts — working to create safer communities by raising awareness and challenging harmful norms
Locally, Riveon’s Rape Crisis Center in Lorain and Huron counties provides forensic interviews and medical exams, legal advocacy and emotional support to hundreds of survivors and their families.
2024 Service Statistics
In 2024, Riveon’s Sexual Assault Services served a significant number of survivors and their families. Some key statistics include:
- 989 adult survivors and co-survivors in Lorain County
- 407 adult survivors and co-survivors in Huron County
- 420 children in Lorain County
- 211 children in Huron County
Emmie Clyburn on Sexual Assault Services
“Sexual violence is a pervasive issue that affects individuals, families, and communities regardless of gender, socio-economic status, or race,” said Emmie Clyburn, director of Sexual Assault Services at Riveon, in a recent release. “Our role as advocates is to be compassionate listeners, help survivors navigate the legal and medical systems, provide education and connect people with community resources no matter what.”
“We are committed to being an active part of a survivor’s support system. We are proud to join the Voices of Change campaign this April alongside hundreds of other Ohio Rape Crisis Centers. Together, we are not only amplifying the experiences of survivors in Lorain and Huron counties, but also advocating for a future where every person feels safe and supported.”
Community Engagement and Awareness
Lorain and Huron Rape Crisis Center will host a month-long social media campaign, displaying the Clothesline Project created by Lorain and Huron County survivors, and encouraging the community to spread awareness of the 24/7 Rape Crisis Hotline 440-204-4359. The Clothesline Project is a powerful tool for raising awareness about the issue of sexual assault. It consists of a line of clothing items, such as t-shirts, scarves, and socks, each with a survivor’s story or message embroidered or printed on it. The project aims to provide a visual representation of the impact of sexual violence on individuals and communities.
• Riveon Mental Health and Recovery’s Sexual Assault Services is committed to being an active part of a survivor’s support system. • The organization provides compassionate listeners, helps survivors navigate the legal and medical systems, and connects people with community resources. • The Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence reports that 94,721 prevention education contacts were made in 2023. • Riveon’s Sexual Assault Services served 1,496 survivors in 2024.
Riveon Mental Health and Recovery’s Sexual Assault Services is expanding its support for survivors of sexual assault, joining the Voices of Change campaign for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. By providing compassionate listeners, helping survivors navigate the legal and medical systems, and connecting people with community resources, Riveon is committed to being an active part of a survivor’s support system. The organization’s efforts are crucial in raising awareness about sexual violence in Lorain County and Ohio, and promoting a future where every person feels safe and supported.
