Rape Crisis Centers
Coverage of Rape Crisis Centers in the Nexus archive.
- “I was raped”: assembly member opens up in interview about cuts to survivor programs
Assembly member Catalina Cruz disclosed that she was raped during an interview discussing funding cuts to Rape Crisis Centers. She warned that the Hochul administration shifting federal grant money away from certified centers will leave survivors of sexual assault without 24/7 support. Advocates are urging Governor Hochul to restore millions in funding to maintain these critical services.
- Pennsylvania doubles dollars devoted to rape crisis centers
Pennsylvania has increased funding for rape crisis centers from $12.1 million to $24.1 million, reversing years of stagnant support and addressing staffing challenges caused by a previous budget impasse. Advocates and political leaders, including Gabriella Romeo and Sadie Sterner, praised the investment as a victory for survivors of sexual violence.
- Multi-millionaire tech entrepreneur who was jailed for rape and sexual assault loses bid to challenge his conviction
A multi-millionaire tech entrepreneur was jailed for rape and sexual assault and has lost his bid to challenge his conviction. The entrepreneur's identity was not specified in the article. The case involves a serious crime with significant legal implications.