A Message from Our CEO Dear friends, Welcome to the first edition of our quarterly newsletter, Respect Together in Action. We created this newsletter to keep you connected to the work you make possible as our supporters, partners, and community. In each issue, we’ll share stories from across our statewide and national work that […]
Who Will Answer the Call? Protecting Survivor Services in PA and Beyond Read More »
Emergency fund will provide critical financial support to ensure survivors of sexual assault continue to receive life-saving services HARRISBURG, PA – Respect Together, the parent organization of the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape (PCAR), today announced the launch of the PCAR Bridge Fund, a new emergency fund to help Pennsylvania’s rape crisis centers sustain critical services
AGENCY DESCRIPTION Respect Together is committed to eliminating all forms of sexual violence and advocating for the rights and needs of survivors. Our organization comprises two main divisions: National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC): Offers national lead-ership, education, and resources on sexual violence prevention. Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect (PCAR): Partners with a net-work of
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We’re proud to feature Ikigai, a powerful short film that made its world premiere at Lincoln Center in New York City. The story follows sushi master Mr. Gichi as he faces a moral crossroads after his young friend is assaulted—an intimate and moving exploration of accountability, courage, and healing. After the screening, stay for a
Special Feature: Ikigai Film Screening + Q&A Read More »
Join us to celebrate the day Respect Together was first incorporated as the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape in 1975. Come on over to Respect Together’s Harrisburg office for cake and refreshments as we celebrate the collective impact of 50 years of advocacy. As part of the event, we’re excited to host a special screening of
Generations of Impact: 50 Years of Advocacy Read More »
Harrisburg, Pa – On June 9, 2025, the Pennsylvania House voted in favor of HB 462 and 464. These bills would create different ways for adult survivors of child sex crimes to seek legal compensation from their offender. Both bills attempt this goal in different ways. HB 462 would create a two-year window for childhood
This Saturday, in honor of Juneteenth, our hometown of Harrisburg is kicking off a week of events coordinated by the Young Professionals of Color – Greater Harrisburg (YPOC). Respect Together is proud to be a sponsor of Juneteenth HBG 2025! If you are local to the Harrisburg area, we invite you to join this week-long
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Hershey, Pennsylvania — April 30, 2025 — Respect Together commemorated its 50th Anniversary on Wednesday evening with a powerful event at the Hershey Country Club, bringing together survivors, advocates, community leaders, and public officials, to honor the organization’s history and ignite a bold vision for the future. The event, themed “50 Years Forward. Celebrating Success.
Respect Together Honors 50 Years of Impact and Charts a New Era for Survivors Read More »
Greater Harrisburg’s Community Magazine, The Burg, publishes feature article about Respect Together’s 50 year history and ongoing impact.
The Burg Spotlights Respect Together’s 50 Year History Read More »
Impactful PSA highlights the role we all play in preventing sexual abuse, assault, and harassment.
Video PSA for Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2025 Read More »
