R. A. C. E. S.

01/18/2026

Too often, the issue of stalking fades into the background. Not today.
Join us as we this .

Stalking is a criminal, traumatic, and dangerous victimization that is all too prevalent. Survivors need our attention and support.

Learn more about the from SPARC - Stalking Prevention, Awareness & Resource Center

In our area and know someone who needs help? RACES provides services for survivors of sexual assault and stalking, as well as their non-offending loved ones. All are welcome.

01/18/2026

¿Hablas español?
¿Quieres ser voluntario?
RACES te necesita!!

Contacta volunteer@cu-races.org para más información.

01/17/2026

01/13/2026

So you've seen You, The Bodyguard, Watcher... we know stalking on film isn't new.

The word gets tossed around but the realities of stalking are far from well known. That's why we're sharing these myth busters, courtesy of SPARC - Stalking Prevention, Awareness & Resource Center.

Surprised? Help debunk and be a truth teller - share today!

01/12/2026

Who doesn't love a free training?

The folx at SPARC - Stalking Prevention, Awareness & Resource Center have not one, but THREE webinars coming up this month in honor of National Stalking Awareness Month.

Sign up for one, or all three! https://www.stalkingawareness.org/upcoming-events/

01/09/2026

We're excited to announce a new group therapy offering at RACES!

Beginning Feb. 5th, we will be hosting our S*x, S*xuality & Fatness Therapy Group every Thursday from 5:45pm - 7:00pm.

The weekly free group is for individuals who identify as fat and have either experienced sexual abuse at some point in their lives or struggle with setting healthy boundaries in sexual relationships. If you’re unsure, email us!

Register by emailing: nalcaino@cu-races.org or calling (217) 344-6298.

Space is limited, so make sure to apply early!
*Note: Group will be conducted in English only.*

01/02/2026

Did you know that January is National Stalking Awareness Month? RACES is joining the call to action, amplifying the call to KNOW IT, NAME IT, and STOP IT.

Drop a 🚫 in the comments if you're joining the call to end stalking!

New to the convo? Check out StalkingAwareness.org to learn more, access resources, and join the conversation!

12/23/2025

The RACES office is closed for the holidays between December 24 and January 2. Emergency services, including medical and legal advocacy, are still available and can be reached by calling out 24 hour crisis hotline at 217-384-4444.

12/03/2025

Una de las cosas que la terapia puede ofrecer es la comprensión de que nuestro trauma no siempre es nuestra; a veces se transmite de generación a generación hasta que alguien decide profundizar y lograr un cambio. Por muy abrumador que pueda ser el trauma generacional, ¡no estás solo/a! RACES ofrece terapia, apoyo y educación a quienes en nuestra zona han sufrido o conocen a alguien que ha sufrido violencia sexual.

12/03/2025

One of the things therapy can offer is the realization that our trauma is not always our own; sometimes it is something passed down from generation to generation until someone decides to dig deeper and make change. As overwhelming as generational trauma can feel, you are not alone! RACES offers counseling, advocacy and education to those in our area who have experienced or know someone who has experienced sexual violence.

12/02/2025

Today is Giving Tuesday! We depend on support from our community to ensure that we can continue to provide free and confidential support to survivors of sexual violence and stalking. Please consider making a gift at bit.ly/RACESdonate. Thank you!

11/18/2025

¡Feliz Semana de la Visibilidad Transgénero!

Las personas trans se ven gravemente afectadas por la violencia sexual, y la discriminación o los prejuicios pueden dificultarles enormemente el acceso a los servicios. Consulta algunos de los recursos que hemos recopilado para saber dónde tú o tus seres queridos pueden recibir atención y apoyo. En RACES, ofrecemos asesoramiento, defensa y educación a todas las personas de nuestra región que han sufrido agresión sexual.



Sources:
https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/press/ncvs-trans-press-release/
Psychiatry.org - Gender-Affirming Therapy
Boston police recommit to solving murder of Rita Hester, whose death inspired Transgender Day of Remembrance | GBH