Northwest Center Against Sexual Assault

10/31/2025

Halloween is for costumes, candy, and CONSENT.

Just because someone’s dressed up, doesn’t mean they’re saying yes to:
being touched
being photographed
being teased
being pressured to party, drink, or go along with something

The FRIES model still applies:

Freely Given. Reversible. Informed. Enthusiastic. Specific.

Whether you’re trick-or-treating, at a party, or posting Halloween pics online respect people’s bodies, boundaries, and space.

Because consent isn’t scary but ignoring it? 👻 That’s the real horror.

10/30/2025

During month, our NOPE kids are highlighting legal aspects of DV. This week, we look at laws about Marital Assault.

10/29/2025

Our teen ambassadors are back with some recs! Trick or treat, pick something scary or sweet, and enjoy with a friend.

10/28/2025

As we wrap up Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Trauma Informed Tuesday makes note of other resources available for survivors.

As agencies, we stand by survivors and work tirelessly to create safety and change.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please utilize a helpline!

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233

IL Domestic Violence Hotline: 877-863-6338

10/27/2025

On this Mantra Monday, here are affirmations to allow your body to feel safe enough in the present moment.

10/24/2025

Cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and passwords it’s also about people and respecting digital boundaries.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and here’s your reminder: Consent applies online too.

FRIES = Freely Given, Reversible, Informed, Enthusiastic, Specific

Whether you're sharing a meme or a private photo always get consent.

Protecting someone’s privacy is just as important as protecting your password.

Let’s build a safer, more respectful internet one fry at a time.

10/23/2025

During month, our NOPE kids are highlighting legal aspects of DV. This week, we look at the Karina's Law.

10/21/2025

This week's Trauma Informed Tuesday brings attention to McHenry County's domestic violence agency: Turning Point

Survivor services are offered at no cost to the community and are available in both English and Spanish.

Alternatives to Violence programs are open to the community and have sliding scale fees.

Additional Outreach and Prevention programming is offered to local McHenry County schools and community members.

Domestic and intimate partner violence can affect anyone. Turning Point serves everyone and is available 24-hours at (815) 338-8081.

10/20/2025

On this Mantra Monday, we recognize there is power in the breath, in being present, and in maintaining our boundaries.

10/17/2025

This October, for World Bullying Prevention Month, let’s talk about a tool that helps create safer schools, communities, and online spaces: Consent.

The FRIES model makes it simple:

Freely Given. Reversible. Informed. Enthusiastic. Specific.

Bullying often happens when people ignore boundaries, pressure others, or take power away. Consent helps us understand when a joke goes too far, when a DM becomes harassment, or when someone’s “no” really means NO.

Teaching consent helps build a culture of respect, empathy, and safety.

Be the reason someone feels safe not small.

10/17/2025