Crime Victim Center of Erie County

04/19/2026

Teal Ribbon Week is here: a time to center survivors, uplift voices, and build a culture rooted in respect and consent. Awareness isn’t just about one week, it’s about continuing the conversation and showing up for one another in meaningful ways.

Follow along throughout the week and join us to start conversations. Your voice can help spark change. 💙

04/17/2026

Blue for a cause 💙

For the last day of Blue Ribbon Week, we’re wearing blue to stand united for child abuse prevention. This color represents awareness, hope, and our shared commitment to creating a safer, brighter future for every child.

Join us by wearing blue, spreading the message, and showing your support. Don’t forget to tag us so we can see how you’re going blue for prevention! 💙

04/16/2026

Cozy up for a cause 💙🛌

Today for Blue Ribbon Week, we’re keeping it comfy with Cozy for a Cause (Pajama Day) because creating safe, supportive spaces for children starts with all of us.

Throw on your favorite PJs, join in, and help us raise awareness for child abuse prevention. Follow along all week, participate, and don’t forget to tag us so we can see how you’re getting cozy for a cause! 💙

04/15/2026

Join us this Friday as Crime Victim Center’s Executive Director, Dr. Paul Lukach, participates in a community conversation at the Jefferson Educational Society discussing the collaboration and physical location of human services; why it works, and why it is necessary.

Register today: https://www.jeserie.org/events/details/collaboration-and-physical-location-of-human-services-why-it-works-and-why-it-is-necessary

04/15/2026

Stepping up for child abuse awareness👟

Today our staff showed their support by wearing their favorite shoes and boots for our “Stomp Out Child Abuse” theme during Child Abuse Awareness Week. Every step taken is a step toward raising awareness, supporting survivors, and creating safer spaces for children in our community.🫶

Keep following along all week, join in on the fun, and help us spread the message. Be sure to tag us so we can see how you’re stepping up to make a difference!

04/15/2026

We are hiring multiple Counselor positions!

If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of your community while being a part of a great team, send your Cover Letter and Resume to chrissy@cvcerie.org!

04/15/2026

Thank you so much Nova Bucks for attending our conference! It is always so great to have other victim service agencies in Pennsylvania come out and support us!

04/15/2026

🏇 Registration is officially OPEN for Crime Victim Center’s Day at the Derby! 🌹

Join us for an afternoon of Derby Day fun featuring table games, stick horse races, hat decorating, basket raffles, 50/50s, and more — all in support of CVC’s mission.

🍾 BYOB
🎟 Limited to the first 75 tickets sold — don’t wait!

Register now: https://cvcerie.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/cvcerie/eventRegistration.jsp?event=120&

Join Crime Victim Center for Day at the Derby, a fun-filled Kentucky Derby inspired celebration hosted at CVC! Guests will enjoy table games, stick horse races, hat decorating, basket raffles, 50/50s, and more while watching the excitement of Derby Day unfold. This BYOB event is limited to the first...

04/14/2026

... & we are off to the races! 🏇💐

We’re so excited to be bringing the party straight to our front door with a Day at the Derby, this year right at Crime Victim Center! Join us for an open house style party full of fun, flair, and a little friendly competition. From festive activities to Derby-inspired vibes, it’s the perfect chance to stop by, show off your best hats, and celebrate with us.

Whether you stay for a moment or the whole afternoon, we can’t wait to welcome you, because this is one event you won’t want to miss! 🎩✨

Tickets are $25, and you are welcome to come and go as you please. The Derby will be BYOB, and tickets include food and access to all of the festivities! 🐎

04/14/2026

Stand together against child abuse 💙

Today is Match with a Friend Day for Blue Ribbon Week, a reminder that we are stronger together. When we stand side by side, we create a community of support, safety, and advocacy for every child.

Grab a friend, match your outfits, and join us in showing that no one stands alone in the fight to protect children. Follow along all week, participate, and don’t forget to tag us so we can see how you’re standing together! 💙

04/13/2026

Team up against child abuse 💙🏈

Our staff showed their team spirit for Jersey Day during Blue Ribbon Week, because protecting children takes all of us, working together. Every jersey represents a commitment to stand up, speak out, and support the safety and well-being of every child in our community.

Follow along with us all week, join in, and show your support. Don’t forget to tag us so we can see how you’re teaming up for prevention! 💙

04/13/2026

Chalking the walk and raising our voices 💙✨

This weekend at Gannon University and Crime Victim Center, we turned our sidewalks into spaces of awareness, support, and strength. Every message, every color, every step helped remind survivors that you are seen, you are heard, and you are not alone.

For Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we’re making it clear: your voice matters, and together, we will keep showing up, speaking out, and creating change. 💬