About the Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence
We Are Ohio's Rape Crisis and Prevention Coalition
The Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence serves as Ohio’s rape crisis coalition. State sexual assault coalitions serve as the main training and technical assistance provider for rape crisis centers on best practices in programming and administration, and they advocate on behalf of rape crisis centers and the survivors they serve in public policy advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels.
State coalitions also lead statewide public awareness efforts and support local rape crisis centers in engaging with diverse communities, survivors, and service providers in their service areas. At OAESV we provide many services, including training for advocates and preventionists, technical assistance for local programs, systems advocacy, public policy work and much more.
Services and Resources for Sexual Violence Survivors, Advocates, Care Providers, and Preventionists
Please help us help survivors and end sexual violence.
Trainings & Events Calendar
Sunday, November 1, 2026
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Monday, November 2, 2026
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Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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November 4, 2026 - RecurringOAESV Legal Clinic Virtual Office Hours
OAESV Legal Clinic Virtual Office Hours
Survivors & Advocates - Connect with an attorney The OAESV Legal Clinic hosts virtual office hours to provide a safe space for Ohio survivors and their advocates to connect with…
Thursday, November 5, 2026
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Friday, November 6, 2026
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November 6, 2026 - RecurringMonthly Legislative Update: First Friday Call
Monthly Legislative Update: First Friday Call
Join OAESV's First Friday calls to learn about timely legislative updates that impact Ohio survivors, rape crisis centers, and communities. In 2026, our First Friday calls will cover everything from…
Saturday, November 7, 2026
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From the Blog
Uncovering the Diamond
A song that stayed on my Xanga profile after another sexual assault was, "The Nobodies" by Marilyn Manson, ironically... In a world where I felt invisible, the line "Today I'm dirty, I want to be pretty / Tomorrow, I know…
Understanding Suicide Risk and Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence
At OAESV, we recognize that sexual violence impacts more than physical safety. The effects of trauma can influence survivors' mental, emotional, and social well-being long after the violence has occurred. As a sexual violence coalition, part of our work is helping communities…
Accountability in the Post-Epstein Era
Accountability can mean many things to different people. When it comes to redressing the harms of sexual violence, there are several fundamental considerations: Taking full responsibility for the harm caused. Full is the key here – not blaming the victim’s…
Innovation Without Safety Isn’t Progress
Every generation of technology promises to make our lives easier. Smartphones help us stay connected. GPS helps us find our way. Smart home devices automate everyday tasks. Many of these innovations have tremendous benefits and improve accessibility in critical ways. …