YWCA Greater Los Angeles Is Here For You

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Learn More About How We Can Help You

In Crisis?

Call 1-877-YHELPSU (943-5778)

Contact our 24/7 hotline:

(877) 943-5778

The YWCA Greater Los Angeles Sexual Assault Services provides comprehensive services for all survivors of sexual assault, rape, human sex trafficking, and other forms of sexual violence.

We pledge to honor survivors who have broken their silence and support victims who have yet to use their voices. Our program seeks to improve the quality of life for those victimized by sexual violence and to provide awareness and education to the community about the impact of sexual violence. Our program works closely with the community as a central resource for improving society’s response to these crimes.

The YWCA GLA integrates clinical services across the organization to ensure that clients meet their personal goals. Our services are truly holistic and inclusive.

Community Need

Even though rape, human sex trafficking, and sexual violence are underreported, it is estimated that one in four women have been victimized by sexual violence. Supportive services offered by the YWCA Greater Los Angeles at three community rape crisis centers and through a satellite office at California State University, Long Beach, are crucial. A wide range of trauma symptoms impact survivors, interfering with caregiving obligations, the pursuit of goals, and the ability to hold a job. The cumulative impact increases the likelihood of stress-related illnesses.

  • Complete Confidentialty

  • Safe And Secure Location

  • Child And Court Advocacy

  • Mental Health And Aod Services On Site

  • Economic Empowerment

  • Employment Assistance

  • Support And Educational Groups

  • Case Management

  • Safety Plans

  • Crisis Intervention

    One goal of Sexual Assault Crisis Services (SACS) is to provide comprehensive crisis intervention services 24 hours a day to survivors of sexual violence to help them access medical care and forensic medical exams and, if they choose, to file reports with the criminal and civil justice systems.

  • Emotional Support

    Another goal is to provide ongoing emotional support through accompaniment, advocacy, case management, and counseling to recover from, and cope with, their traumatic experiences. Responding to the needs of underserved communities impacted by sexual violence has been a priority of the YWCA Greater Los Angeles for 36 years.

  • In Person and Online

    In March 2020, SACS integrated virtual services, offering online sexual assault classes, workshops, certification training, and human trafficking seminars led by staff members and advocates. Our victim/survivor service professionals worked steadily throughout the year to share trauma-informed practices for working with sexually assaulted children and adults to identify our positive impact on victims.

How To Get Help ↘

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Emergency Help

If you are in need of emergency shelter due to a domestic violence situation, contact the YWCA Domestic Violence Hot Line (415) 555-1212 or call 911 for local law enforcement who will in turn contact the YWCA.

Referrals

If you are an emergency shelter or outside agency making a referral for housing, call (415) 555-1212.

“I am in need of services…”

If you are need of court advocacy or case management, no matter whether you are a resident of our facility or an outreach survivor, contact the YWCA of Greater Los Angeles at (213) 365-2991.