Centre Safe

09/13/2026

Happy birthday to the Violence Against Women Act ( )! 🎉

VAWA was the first federal legislation acknowledging domestic violence and sexual assault as crimes and providing federal resources. Up for renewal every five years, each VAWA reauthorization has built on existing protections and programs to better meet survivors' needs.

VAWA is also the reason that a group of advocates came together in 1990 to promote federal domestic violence legislation. We led efforts to pass VAWA in 1994 and officially became NNEDV in 1996. 💙

Learn more about VAWA and its reauthorizations: NNEDV.org/VAWA

09/11/2026

🎬 Join us for a special screening of To Kill a Tiger, followed by a discussion with Academy Award-nominated director Nisha Pahuja. We are proud to co-sponsor this powerful event with Penn State R VOICE Center.

To Kill a Tiger is a cinematic David and Goliath story following Ranjit, a farmer in Jharkhand, India, who takes on the fight of his life when he demands justice for his 13-year-old daughter, a survivor of sexual assault. Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature, the film is a powerful story of hope, resilience, a father’s unwavering love, and the bravery it can take to spark change.

Following the screening, stay for a conversation with director Nisha Pahuja about the film, documentary storytelling, and the important conversations it raises around gender-based violence, justice, and social change.

📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
📍 Freeman Auditorium, HUB-Robeson Center

We hope you’ll join us for this powerful evening of film, reflection, and conversation. 🤍

09/10/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day | September 10

Today, on World Su***de Prevention Day, we’re reminded of the importance of connection, compassion, and making sure people know they are not alone.

For victims and survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, relationship violence, and stalking, the emotional impact of trauma can be profound. Fear, isolation, shame, grief, and the lasting effects of abuse can make an already difficult journey feel overwhelming.

At Centre Safe, we believe every survivor deserves to be heard, believed, supported, and treated with dignity. You are not alone. Your experience matters. And support is available.

Whether you are a survivor, a friend, a family member, or someone who simply wants to help, reaching out and listening without judgment can make a meaningful difference.

💙 There is hope. There is support. There is a path forward.

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Centre Safe is here to support victims and survivors of sexual violence, relationship violence, and stalking.

Centre Safe 24/7 hotline: 877-234-5050
www.centresafe.org

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09/09/2026

September is National Su***de Prevention Month, a reminder that no one has to carry heavy burdens completely alone.

If you are navigating a difficult chapter right now, please know that your life holds immense value, and there is strength in staying. Healing isn't linear, but there are people who want to walk alongside you.

24/7 Help and Resources:
📲Su***de and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
☎️Centre Safe Hotline: 877-234-5050

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09/08/2026

We all help set the tone in our communities. Speaking up and looking out for others can make a difference.

The beginning of the fall semester is often called the “Red Zone,” a time of increased risk for sexual assault among college students.

When jokes, comments, or actions disrespect someone’s boundaries, a simple “That’s not okay” can help challenge the behavior. You can also check in with the person affected or ask someone you trust for help. Choose an approach that feels safe.

Together, we can build communities where respect is expected, and support is easy to find.

Centre Safe 24/7 hotline: 877-234-5050
www.centresafe.org

09/07/2026

09/06/2026

Some days, the news can feel especially heavy. Recent events and stories in the news may bring up difficult emotions, painful memories, or feelings of fear and uncertainty—especially for survivors of sexual violence, relationship violence, and stalking.

At Centre Safe, we want you to know: We believe you. We support you. We are here for you.

You don’t have to navigate difficult moments alone. Whether you need someone to listen, information about your options, advocacy, or simply a safe space to process what you’re feeling, Centre Safe is here.

Take care of yourself. Step away from the news when you need to. Reach out when you’re ready.

You are believed. You are supported. You are not alone. 💜

Centre Safe 24/7 hotline: 877-234-5050
www.centresafe.org

09/05/2026

💙 International Day of Charity | September 5 💙

Charity is more than giving—it’s about investing in people, strengthening communities, and creating a future where everyone can live free from violence.

At Centre Safe, your generosity makes it possible for us to stand beside victims and survivors of sexual violence, relationship violence, and stalking. Your support helps provide advocacy, safety, education, resources, and a compassionate person who says, “I believe you. You are not alone.”

Every donation is an investment in healing. Every act of generosity helps create a safer, stronger Centre County.

This International Day of Charity, consider supporting Centre Safe and helping us continue this critical work.

Together, we can support survivors, prevent violence, and build a community where everyone deserves to feel safe.

💙 Give. Support. Empower. Change lives.

Donate: www.centresafe.org, get involved, make a donation. You may also mail a check payable to Centre Safe to 140 W. Nittany Ave., State College, PA 16801

09/04/2026

The 2026 midterms are two months away, and everyone deserves to vote safely and freely.

Some abusers choose to use the voting process as yet another way to threaten or control a partner. Now is a great time to make a safety plan for voting, whether you're a survivor, an advocate, or just someone wanting to support your loved ones.

Check out these and other tips: https://buff.ly/EnMcPcd

09/03/2026