Get Involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Events and Resources

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)—a time to come together in support of survivors, raise awareness, and take action to prevent sexual violence.

Support. Awareness. Action.

Join Us for Sexual Assault Awareness Month This April

At Pillars Community Health, our Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (DVSA) Outreach and Prevention Team has created a month-long lineup of meaningful events and activities designed to foster healing, spark dialogue, and build solidarity across our communities.

Whether you’re showing up in teal, joining a hands-on event, or exploring new resources, there are countless ways to get involved. Together, we can be part of the solution.

Let’s Talk TEAL

Teal is the official color of SAAM, symbolizing support for survivors and a stand against sexual violence.

Wear it proudly—on your nails, your clothing, or as a ribbon. Every time someone asks about your teal, it’s a chance to spark conversation and spread awareness.

Share your teal-inspired photos using
#IBelieveYou #SAAM25 #PCHCares
and help amplify the message of survivor support and community action.

Community Events You Can Join

April 1 | The Clothesline Project
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Hickory Hills
Create a t-shirt honoring survivors as part of this national movement. These powerful visual statements of pain, resilience, and hope will be displayed to raise awareness.
Open to staff and clients.

April 3 | Brave with a Bandana
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Hickory Hills
Join us to decorate bandanas with affirmations and artwork in solidarity with survivors of sexual harassment and workplace abuse. Inspired by The Bandana Project.
Open to staff and clients.

April 10 | Planting Seeds of Strength
4 – 6 p.m. | Hickory Hills
Decorate planters and plant seeds to symbolize healing, growth, and resilience alongside fellow survivors and allies.
Open to staff and clients.

April 23 | Fight Back: Self-Defense Demonstration
2 – 4 p.m. | Hickory Hills
Learn self-defense basics from professional MMA fighter Danny “The Machine” Morales Jr. in a session inspired by the Girls Fight Back movement.
Open to staff and clients.

April 26 | Resource Table at Summit Library
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Summit Public Library
Stop by for information on our services, prevention strategies, and how to access support.
Open to the public.

April 30 | Denim Day
Wear jeans to work to take a stand against victim blaming. This international movement began after a court ruling overturned a rape conviction based on the survivor’s clothing. Let’s turn denim into a statement of solidarity.

Share your Denim Day photos using
#IBelieveYou #SAAM25 #PCHCares

April 30 | Sing Out Loud: Karaoke Night for Survivors
7 – 9 p.m. | Fergie & Foz, 7245 W Archer Ave, Summit
Raise your voice at this empowering evening of karaoke and connection. The DVSA team will host a resource table with materials and information.
Open to staff and the public.

Downloadable Resources

New resources will be added throughout the month. Visit our site regularly to find materials you can use and share.

Get Involved: Volunteer with Us

Looking to take action beyond April? Become a volunteer with our DVSA programs. Opportunities include event support, survivor advocacy, prevention education, and more.

Learn more and sign up at
PillarsCommunityHealth.org/Volunteer

You Are Not Alone

Whether you’re a survivor, an ally, or someone just beginning to learn about this issue—your voice matters. This April, let’s commit to support. Let’s spark awareness. Let’s take action.