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Whether you have experienced a sexual assault yourself, or want to know more about how to help your child, a friend or someone else, we’re here 24/7 with support and information to empower you to take your next steps.
What is sexual assault?
Anytime someone is forced, coerced and/or manipulated into any unwanted or illegal sexual activity, it is a sexual assault. Sexual assault or abuse are terms we use in our work to talk about the broad spectrum of unwanted or illegal behaviors. The term sexual assault, used throughout our site, is generally used in reference to adults. When it involves a child or teen who has been victimized, we frequently use the term child sexual abuse.
What does KCSARC do?
KCSARC is an independent nonprofit serving survivors and their families throughout King County and engaging communities in building a world without sexual assault.
KCSARC’s long history as a trusted and expert resource gives us the experience and expertise to empower survivors, change attitudes, shape statewide policy, remove barriers, and hold systems accountable.
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Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month
April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM)!
This month is all about raising our voices, raising awareness, and taking action. Head over to our SAAPM page to read an inspiring letter from our CEO, explore resources and upcoming events, and discover ways you can get involved and make a difference.
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News
Celebrating community resilience during SAAPM
04.01.25 | By Kate Krug-Garvey
As we begin Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, we reflect on the many challenges faced by survivors and the organizations that support them. Yet, we are witnessing something extraordinary—the unwavering resilience of our community.
Personal Safety Series: Episode 1
03.31.25
The Link to Prevention, Personal Safety Series, Episode 1: Welcome to the first episode of our six-part series on protecting children and young people from sexual abuse. In Episode 1, host Hannah introduces the series and previews the insights and advice to come.
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Land acknowledgment
We wish to acknowledge that KCSARC serves all of King County, which is on unceded ancestral land that belongs to Indigenous peoples. These lands are the traditional home of the Coast Salish peoples, including but not limited to the Duwamish, Muckleshoot, Puyallup, Snoqualmie, Stillaguamish, Suquamish, and Tulalip tribes. These acknowledgments do not fulfill our obligations to build and foster authentic relationships with Indigenous communities, but serve as a step in honoring the land we are on.
Please visit these links to learn more.
Duwamish Tribe
Muckleshoot Tribe
Puyallup Tribe
Snoqualmie Tribe
Stillaguamish Tribe
Suquamish Tribe
Tulalip Tribe
Real Rent Duwamish
Seattle University Indigenous People Institute
We acknowledge that the systems we operate within are deeply rooted in racism and oppression. We stand with victims, especially those from historically marginalized communities, recognizing the compounded harm caused by these systemic inequities.