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The Education and Victim Advocacy team works to reduce bias and violence in the lives of LGBTQ, queer, questioning and HIV-affected people. Our professionally-trained team provides both advocacy and emotional support for individuals who have experienced violence or discrimination. We offer educational resources and training for the entire community as part of our efforts to build a less violent and more affirming society. Services are free and confidential.
Our Anti-Violence Project provides both support and ongoing services for LGBTQ, queer, questioning and HIV-affected survivors of abuse and violence.
- Incident Reporting Assistance
Many incidents of violence experienced by LGBTQ, queer, questioning or HIV-affected people go unreported due to fears of discrimination or humiliation. Recognizing barriers that a survivor of violence faces, we do not pressure callers or clients to file reports or pursue legal action. If a survivor does pursue legal action, our team is ready to work with them at their comfort level, every step of the way. Survivors also have the opportunity to file an anonymous report with the Anti-Violence Project. This report will be used solely to document experiences of discrimination, abuse and violence, creating a clearer picture of the lives of LGBTQ, queer, questioning and HIV-affected people in our region.
- Counseling
Counseling for survivors of abuse and violence is provided by Center on Halsted’s team of trained mental health providers. Survivors of violence can include those who are direct victims as well as witnesses and significant others impacted by the effects of abuse and violence. Counseling can provide support and stability during what can feel like unstable times for survivors. Contact us at the numbers below or visit our Mental Health programs page for more information.
Center on Halsted is committed to raising awareness about the realities of violence in the lives of LGBTQ, queer, questioning and HIV-affected people. As part of these efforts, we regularly facilitate workshops and community panels to educate the larger community about violence and discrimination. Classes on healthy relationships and financial wellness are offered to the community in order to empower community members to prevent violence and re-victimization.Check out our calendar for information on upcoming events.
In addition, we provide regular training to law enforcement agencies, court personnel, rape crisis workers, domestic violence organizations, government agencies, hospitals, mental health providers, schools and community centers about the specific needs facing LGBTQ, queer, questioning and HIV-affected victims and survivors of violence. Our training is available to any group or organization interested in issues of discrimination, safety and advocacy. This service is fee based. For further information, contact the Training Delivery Manager at (773) 472-6469, ext. 412 or email training@centeronhalsted.org.
Center on Halsted works with volunteer attorneys and local legal organizations who provide friendly, competent information and referrals at no cost. All volunteers identify as LGBTQ or are LGBTQ competent. For more information, please visit our Legal Services and Resources page.
Center on Halsted is a founding and active member of the National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs (NCAVP). NCAVP works to prevent, respond to, and end all forms of violence against and within lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and HIV-affected communities. NCAVP is a national coalition of local member programs, affiliate organizations and individuals who create systemic and social change. We strive to increase power, safety and resources through data analysis, policy advocacy, education and technical assistance. For more information, visit www.ncavp.org.
If you are a survivor of violence and need support, call the Anti-Violence Project at
(773) 871-CARE (871-2273). Generally calls are answered within two business days.
If you would like more information about our programs, contact (773) 472-6469, ext. 474 or email AVP@centeronhalsted.org.
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