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Children’s Advocacy Centers

Children’s Advocacy Centers are a network of places throughout the state which offer a safe place to interview children who are suspected victims of child abuse. The interviews are conducted in a way that improves the investigations of child abuse, minimizes trauma to children and their families during the investigations, and helps families find the support services they need. This resource list illustrates the location of the Children’s Advocacy Centers in our state. These centers are contacted by law enforcement and/or Children Youth and Families when child abuse is suspected and there is an open investigation.

For more information, please visit our website at: New Mexico’s Children’s Advocacy Centers

For a listing of New Mexico Children’s Advocacy Centers visit: https://nmcacs.org/directory-2

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The second part of the Chismeando con las Comadres The second part of the Chismeando con las Comadres conversations in honor of 
#HispanicHeritageMonth is happening this Friday! Come talk with us & are partners around the country about the role of Latino/Latinx men in prevention.
Visit the link in our bio to register. You can also sign up for the final meeting on October 13th!

Esta conversación tiene como objetivo examinar y reflejar el papel del hombre latino/latinx identificado y/o la presentación masculina en el movimiento de violencia de género. Analizar cómo las nociones de género afectan la forma en que los hombres entienden, procesan y articulan sus experiencias de violencia sexual; es crucial comprender cómo los hombres dan sentido a las influencias culturales y el papel que desempeñan en la prevención de las mismas. El panel de conversación tendrá como objetivo ayudar a resaltar su papel, las lagunas y las soluciones creativas y colectivas actuales.

This conversation aims to examine & reflect the role of latine/latinx male identified and/or male presenting in the gender based violence movement. Looking into how notions of gender affect the way males understand, process and articulate their experiences of sexual violence; it is crucial to understand how men make sense of cultural influences and the roles they play in the prevention of it. The panel conversation will aim to help highlight their role, gaps and current creative and collective solutions.
We are excited to announce our statewide victimiza We are excited to announce our statewide victimization survey recently launched! This survey will help us understand sexual violence in New Mexico and better implement prevention and intervention services. If you or someone you know receives our survey over text or in the mail please respond.
Thank you to our partners at the University of Southern Maine and the American Indian Development Institute for making this possible! 

Image Description: Bold blue text on a grid background reads "NM Crime Victim Survey is now live! for the first time in 17 years!" The text is between two graphics: a stack of paper with a pie graph and a magnifying glass. In the bottom left corner is our NMCSAP logo.

Image 2: Blue text on a grid background reads "If you receive a text or mailer, please respond to help us better understand the incidence of victimization. This allows us to strategically implement prevention & intervention services!" Along the bottom is an envelope with an arrow and a phone with a text message.
Still time to register! Our Foundations in Advocac Still time to register! Our Foundations in Advocacy training is one week away!
Sign up through the link in our bio and earn 19.5 Non-Cultural Social Work CEUs and 5.5 Cultural Social Work CEUs!

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#EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors #EndRapeCulture #ConsentCulture #ConsentIsMandatory #SexualAssaultAwareness #SupportSurvivors #YesMeansYes
Did you know September is #SexualHealthAwarenessMo Did you know September is #SexualHealthAwarenessMonth? Safe sex means regular STI testing and using protection but it also include communication like asking for consent and setting boundaries! Here are some examples. What are other ways that to incorporate communication? 

Image Description: Blue text in the center on a blue gradient background reads "Safe Sex includes Communication!" Text in 8 white speech bubbles read "Is this okay? When were you last tested? Are you in the mood? Can you do this instead? Do you like this? I want to try... what do you think? What are you in to? I love when you... " In the bottom left corner is our NMCSAP logo. 
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#SafeSex #SexEducation #SexualHealth #SexPositiveCulture #STDTesting #StigmaFree #ConsentIsMandatory #GetTested #KnowYourStatus #EndSexualViolence #ConsentCulture #SexualAssaultAwareness #YesMeansYes #LoveShouldntHurt
One week away! Make sure you are registered throug One week away! Make sure you are registered through the link in our bio and join us as Molly Adler, LCSW, CST and Director and Sex Therapist of Sex Therapy New Mexico presents this month on how to empower survivors to reclaim pleasure in their lives after experiencing trauma.
Live Spanish Interpretation will be available

¡Falta una semana! Molly Adler, LCSW, CST y Directora y Terapeuta Sexual de Sex Therapy New Mexico se une a nosotros este mes para presentar sobre cómo empoderar a las personas supervivientes para que recuperen el placer en sus vidas después de experimentar un trauma.
Habrá interpretación simultánea en español e inglés

Image Description: In a white square outline on a background of puzzle pieces dark text reads "Coalition Connect Reclaiming Pleasure After Trauma with Molly Adler, LCSW, CST September 27th 9-10:30am" Along the bottom are two speech bubbles reading "Hola!" and "Hi!" above text reading "Live Spanish Interpretation Available!". To the left is our NMCSAP logo.

Image 2: Same graphic in Spanish. Text reads "Coalition Connect Recuperar el placer después del trauma con Molly Adler, LCSW, CST Septiembre 27th 9-10:30 am ¡Habrá interpretación simultánea en español e inglés!
STIs are common, preventable , and often treatable STIs are common, preventable , and often treatable! There is no shame in having one or talking about them. By getting tested regularly and talking to your partner(s) about your and their status, we can end the stigma around STIs and all have healthier and safer sex lives! Swipe for resources!

Image Description: Bold text on a blue gradient background reads "1/5 People have an STI. STIs are normal!" In the center is a row of faded silhouettes of individuals, four teal and one purple. Along the bottom is a starburst with text reading "Get Tested!" and our NMCSAP logo.

Image 2: Bold purple text reads “Get Tested! Department of Health NMHIVGuide.org Planned Parenthood 1-800-230-7526”
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#SafeSex #SexEducation #SexualHealth #SexPositiveCulture #STDTesting #StigmaFree #ReproductiveHealth #GetTested #KnowYourStatus #EndSexualViolence #ConsentCulture #ConsentIsMandatory #SexualAssaultAwareness #YesMeansYes #LoveShouldntHurt
Age appropriate information about our bodies, abou Age appropriate information about our bodies, about healthy relationships, and about safe behaviors is empowering! It teaches children and youth that they deserve to be safe, happy, and respected. It gives them the skills to navigate future feelings and relationships. And it lets them know they are not alone and that they can get help for whatever may come up in their lives. We ❤️ Sex Ed!

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#SafeSex #SexEducation #SexualHealth #SexPositiveCulture #STDTesting #StigmaFree #ReproductiveHealth #GetTested #KnowYourStatus #EndSexualViolence #ConsentCulture #SexualAssaultAwareness #YesMeansYes #LoveShouldntHurt
The federal source of funding #VOCA is facing a cr The federal source of funding #VOCA is facing a critical reduction and causing a #Crisis4Victims. We are grateful to @MartinHeinrich @SenatorLujan @Rep_Stansbury @RepTeresaLF for keeping funding for sexual assault services at the top of their priorities! Please continue to fight for providers and survivors!

Image Description: On a background of gradient teal, is a screen shot of a press release reading "September 12th 2023 N.M. Delegation Welcomes More Than $800,000 to Increase Support for Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.  The New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs extends our sincere thank you to Senator Heinrich and Senator Luján and Representative Leger Fernández and Melanie Stansbury for working to lessen the impact of VOCA cuts on Sexual Assault Service programs in New Mexico. SAS Formula Program funding allows Sexual Assault Service providers across NM, which ranks 7th in rates of sexual violence, to provide comprehensive and meaningful services to survivors.  These services are fundamental in assisting survivors heal from sexual violence that significantly affects their individuals and families' lives.  Senator Heinrich's fight to Provide SAS programs with the critical resources programs need to do essential work will positively impact survivors throughout New Mexico,” said Alexandria Taylor, Executive Director of the New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs."
Every cut to the Victims of Crime Act (#VOCA) reso Every cut to the Victims of Crime Act (#VOCA) resonates through our communities, disproportionately impacting the most vulnerable among us. Right now, VOCA is facing a critical reduction of 40%. The proposed cut will endanger millions of victims and survivors of violence. Join the movement, reach out to your Member of Congress, and ask them to stand up for VOCA! #Crisis4Victims

Image Description: Against a dark teal background with oversized, light teal quotation marks, black text reads: Support VOCA Victim Services have already lost millions due to gradual VOCA cuts. Address the #Crisis4Victims by funding VOCA at $1.9 billion. #VOCA #Crisis4Victims"
Are you a new advocate or wanting to learn the fou Are you a new advocate or wanting to learn the foundations of advocating for survivors of sexual violence? Our Fall 40 hour training is coming up this October! You can earn 19.5 Non-Cultural Social Work CEUs and 5.5 Cultural Social Work CEUs. 
Register through the link in our bio!

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#EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors #EndRapeCulture #ConsentCulture #ConsentIsMandatory #SexualAssaultAwareness #SupportSurvivors #YesMeansYes
Celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth with us! This Fri Celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth with us! This Friday we & are partners around the country are hosting a virtual conversation about generational trauma in the Latine/Latinx Community. 
Visit the link in our bio to register. You can also sign up for the next two meetings on September 29th and October 13th!
We still have a long way to go to ending sexual vi We still have a long way to go to ending sexual violence in prisons. No matter why someone is incarcerated, they have the right to serve their time without violence and abuse. It's on all of us to advocate for incarcerated people!

Image Description: White text on a blue background between shattered grey prison bars reads "Celebrating 20 Years of PREA. End Abuse in Prisons" In the bottom left corner is our NMCSAP logo. 
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#PREA #EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors #SupportSurvivors #EndRapeCulture #ConsentCulture #SexualAssaultAwareness #PrisonersToo #Incarceration #Incarcerated #PrisonersRights #HumanRights
Did you miss our Coalition Connect about Working w Did you miss our Coalition Connect about Working with Interpreters? You can watch it and other previous trainings on our Facebook through the link in our bio!

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The Prison Rape Elimination Act was signed into la The Prison Rape Elimination Act was signed into law 20 years ago but it is the #PREA advocates and incarcerated/formerly incarcerated survivors who have been at the forefront of fighting for the dignity and safety of all people. 

Join us in saying thank you to the amazing PREA advocates across the state who change lives everyday!

Special shout out to our PREA Coordinator Carla Gallegos Ortega! Thank you for fighting for incarcerated survivors across NM! 

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#EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors #SupportSurvivors #EndRapeCulture #ConsentCulture #SexualAssaultAwareness #PrisonersToo #Incarceration #Incarcerated #PrisonersRights #HumanRights
We all deserve freedom from sexual harassment, abu We all deserve freedom from sexual harassment, abuse, and discrimination in the workplace! No matter where you work, you have rights and deserve to be treated with respect. Have a restful and fun #LaborDayWeekend! 

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#LaborDay #LaborMovement #LaborRights #Workers #EssentialWorkers #Community #Solidarity
We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing We were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of former Governor Bill Richardson. As we join others in honoring his life, we wanted to highlight some of the ways he championed addressing sexual violence in New Mexico.
September 4th is the 20th Anniversary of the signi September 4th is the 20th Anniversary of the signing of the Prison Rape Elimination Act, an important step toward addressing sexual violence in prisons. We're celebrating this milestone and looking toward the future of how we can continue to advocate for the rights of incarcerated people. Swipe for more information about #PREA! 
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#EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors #SupportSurvivors #EndRapeCulture #ConsentCulture #SexualAssaultAwareness #PrisonersToo #Incarceration #Incarcerated #PrisonersRights #HumanRights
Healing isn't a linear path. It is normal and comp Healing isn't a linear path. It is normal and completely healthy to grieve for loved ones we have lost or our lives before they were changed, even long after something has happened. However you feel at whatever part of your journey is justified and valid.

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#GriefAwarenessDay #SelfCare #Healing #WellnessMonth #EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors #SexualAssaultAwareness #SupportSurvivors #YesMeansYes #LoveShouldntHurt
Both/And Prevention Podcast #RestorativeJustice ep Both/And Prevention Podcast #RestorativeJustice episode part 2 is out now! Jess continues his conversation with Anushah Jiwani and Ana Maria Hurtado. They dig deeper into some of the barriers to implementing restorative justice, reframe what success can look like, and deepen their understanding of the role shame plays!

You can listen through the link in our bio or search Both/And Prevention Podcast on Apple podcasts!
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#EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors #EndRapeCulture #ConsentCulture #ConsentIsMandatory #SexualAssaultAwareness #SupportSurvivors #YesMeansYes #LoveShouldntHurt #DomesticViolence #Podcast #Prevention
We are excited to share with you educational video We are excited to share with you educational videos about transgender lives. Thank you to the generous panelists who shared their stories and insights for the following videos. Some videos are designed for a specific audience: educators, therapists, law enforcement officers, cisgender people, and medical providers. There is also a video about trans journeys and favorite things about being trans. Videos can be accessed at youtube.com/@HEALPlusNM

These videos are a learning resource and can be shared with friends, family members, colleagues, teachers, and medical providers to better understand the lives of trans folks. We recommend allies continue to learn from, take workshops from, and consume media by trans artists, writers, and educators. 

These videos were made possible by @healplusnm @tgrcnm @solacesaservices 
the Corbitt/Beardmore Family, and @nmdoh

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Videos made possible by: Solace Sexual Assault Services, TGRCNM, Corbitt/Beardmore, Health Equity Alliance for LGBTQ+ New Mexicans" 
Along the top are photos of 8 trans people smiling or in the middle of talking.
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#LGBTQ #Transgender #Nonbinary #Queer #Education #EndSexualViolence #BelieveSurvivors
Next week! Working with interpreters is essential Next week! Working with interpreters is essential for successful service delivery to our increasingly more multilingual population. Sign up for our August Coalition Connect to learn more about why, what, and how of working with interpreters in service delivery, training, and other settings! 
Live Spanish Interpretation will be available.
Sign up through the link in our bio!

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There are a lot of things kids need to have a succ There are a lot of things kids need to have a successful school year. One thing that we are fighting for this year and every year is for all NM youth to get inclusive, accurate, age appropriate, non judgemental sex ed!
Sex education is violence prevention!
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#AffirmativeConsent #BackToSchool #School #ConsentIsMandatory #ConsentCulture #YesMeansYes #EndRapeCulture #EndSexualViolence #SexEducation
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