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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!
- In 1975, Edmonton was named the “Rape Capital of Canada” by a national report. This worried many Edmontonians, and opened our eyes to the lack of services provided for survivors of this abuse. As a result, in 1976, the Rape Crisis Centre of Edmonton was opened. It offered a crisis-line provided by a part-time coordinator and many dedicated volunteers. Since then, it has grown to be an essential resource in our community.
- In 1983, the Criminal Code of Canada eliminated the word “rape”, and replaced it with “sexual assault.” The organization then changed their name to the Sexual Assault Center of Edmonton to reflect the change in legislation.
STATISTICS
STATISTICS
- Only 10% of sexual assault is reported, and 1 out of 3 girls, and 1 out of 6 boys, will be raped in their lifetime, typically before the age of 18. “[T]he rate of sexual assault for Canadians aged 15 to 24 was almost 18 times greater than the rate recorded for Canadians aged 55 years and older.”
- Edmonton is currently rated #2 city for sexual assault which occurs here, SACE works within the community within 2 divisions, prevention and recovery. They provide extensive education within the community, and are the only agency in the city to provide such comprehensive and informed support. A typical victim requires 12-15 sessions, and normally each session costs $180; however, they provide their services for free.
- SACE provides 24-hour support and information line, group therapy, information sessions, court support, public education, volunteer services, prevention education consultations, child and youth counselling, expressive arts therapy, diversity outreach, adult counselling, and policy consultation.
METRICS OF IMPACT
METRICS OF IMPACT
By donating to SACE, we contribute to destroying the cycle of trauma, and ensure that victims get the care they need, without having to worry about the price of healing.
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