Sexual Assault Help Center

04/03/2026

04/03/2026

Threads of Courage - local artists created original artwork from denim clothing for silent auction. Come place your bid! Winners will be announced on April 17 at 5 pm at the CMA, 264 Main Street, Wintersville, OH.

04/03/2026

Not able to make it to ROAR this weekend? On April 11th from 5-9pm, you can show your support by ordering from Chipotle in the Highlands! Use the code FCJLQNN for online orders or show the flyer inside.

04/03/2026

Then & Now Share a moment from the past and reflect on how things have changed or evolved since then. What progress stands out to you?If you are a victim or survivor of sexual violence, human trafficking, and/or stalking, please know that you are never alone. If you need to talk to someone, you can call our 24-hour hotline at 1-800-884-7242.

04/02/2026

Each April, the Ohio County Partners in Prevention Team recognizes individuals who go above and beyond for the children and families of our community as part of the commemoration of April as Family Strengthening and Child Abuse Prevention Month. This year, we are honored to announce the 2026 Deborah Doleski Allen Champion of Children Award Recipients:

SHELLY MILLER — Before most of us are awake, Shelly is already at Hil-Dar welcoming kids with breakfast, warm jackets, and a listening ear. Through her constant collaboration with Elm Grove Elementary and the Ohio County Family Resource Network, she has helped make the Ready, Set, School program the success it is. She makes sure children arrive at school fed, warm, and ready to learn. Shelly demonstrates the power of a caring adult and the impact wrapping around families has. No matter Shelly's role, she is ready to work together to meet people where they are and help them thrive.

AMY & MIKE MURPHY — Amy teaches special education at Bridge Street Middle School. Mike is a safety coordinator at MPLX. When floods devastated the Triadelphia and Valley Grove area in June 2025, they spent 8–10 hours a day, for many days, delivering supplies, digging out homes, and checking on Amy's students and their families. Mike secured heavy equipment to clear debris. Amy mobilized donations and kept people connected. She captured it simply: "Today I just let people talk… tell me their story… and Murph is still at it with the dump truck."

TERESA RICHMOND — Teresa leads Sexual Assault Response Teams, building the coordinated protocols that ensure children receive trauma-informed care when they need it most. She also created "Empowered," a prevention curriculum that gives teenagers practical tools around consent, boundaries, and healthy relationships. She works on both prevention and response, lending her expertise wherever and whenever it is needed.

Nominated by community members and selected by the Ohio County Partners in Prevention Team, this award was established in memory of Deb Allen, longtime Executive Director of the Ohio County Family Resource Network and a tireless advocate for children and families in our region.

Friday, April 24 | 2:00 PM
Catholic Charities, 3rd Floor Ballroom | 2000 Main Street, Wheeling
Live streamed on the Ohio County FRN page
Free and open to the public

Congratulations to Shelly, Amy, Mike, and Teresa.

04/02/2026

Back to Our Roots: Post a throwback honoring a milestone, moment, or leader in the movement that still inspires you today.If you are a victim or survivor of sexual violence, human trafficking, and/or stalking, please know that you are never alone. If you need to talk to someone, you can call our 24-hour hotline at 1-800-884-7242.

04/02/2026

Denim Day Craft. Join us for a denim craft to celebrate Denim Day and bring awareness to sexual violence in our communities. RSVP required - call Mary at 740.512.6092 to reserve your spot.

04/02/2026

🎉 We’re turning 80… and we want to celebrate BIG! 🎉

The New Martinsville Public Library is planning a special 🎉 80th Anniversary Celebration at the Library 🎉on May 2nd and we’re inviting our amazing local businesses and community supporters to be part of it 💛

As part of the celebration, we’ll be hosting a Silent Auction Fundraiser and we’re currently accepting donations!

🛍️ Gift baskets
🎁 Gift cards
🍽️ Experiences
✨ Services
🎨 Unique items

If you have something you’d like to contribute, we would be so grateful and we’ll be proud to recognize and promote you and/or your business as a valued supporter of our library and community 🌿

💡 Proceeds from the silent auction will help support library programs like our Summer Reading Program, serving children, families, and readers of all ages. We are busy behind the scenes prepping for a great summer, and trying to get in some amazing prizes for all ages. We are also in the process of planning some BIG changes to the building and grounds! New lighting, new landscaping, and new cameras are just a few of the improvements we are looking forward to this year!

This library has been part of our community for 80 years and with your help, we can keep growing for generations to come 🌱

📩 Interested in donating? Send us a message or contact us at newmartpl@gmail.com. We love visitors too 😉

👇 Tag a local business who loves supporting the community!

04/01/2026

Join us for a free Self-defense class on April 15 from 5-7 pm at the CMA, 264 Main Street, Wintersville, OH. RSVP to Teresa @ 304.650.3125

04/01/2026

Join us at Seeds of Agency & Healing Collective on Wednesdays @ 2:30-4pm, starting on 4/15/26, while we do nature-based activities and cultivate skills to soothe our minds and build resiliency! You can RSVP by calling 304-234-1783 x 108, email sarah@sexualassaulthelpcenter.com or by scanning the QR code on the flyer!

04/01/2026

Starting Strong: What does 25 Years Stronger look like to you? Share a photo inspired by this year’s SAAM theme. If you are a victim or survivor of sexual violence, human trafficking, and/or stalking, please know that you are never alone. If you need to talk to someone, you can call our 24-hour hotline at 1-800-884-7242.