The Justice Department wants services for victims of crime to move into the 21st century by making better use of technology and basing services on thorough research and evaluation.
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Latest News| Jan 7, 2019
Feel Secure Online: Social Media, Dating Apps, and Technology
RAINN’s president, Scott Berkowitz, has joined the advisory council for Match Group, which runs Tinder and other dating platforms. He will be part of their advisory council, bringing together leading industry experts to maximize the safety of millions of users worldwide. "I am honored to join the Match Group Advisory Council (MGAC) and am pleased that Match Group has taken this step to proactively address safety,” said Berkowitz.
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Jan 07, 2019
RAINN’s President and Founder Reflects on 25 Years
When Scott Berkowitz founded RAINN in 1994, he had no idea it would grow into what it has become today—the largest anti-sexual violence organization in the United States. We checked in with Scott to hear his thoughts on how RAINN has evolved, what it’s doing today to support survivors, and where he sees the organization going in the future.
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Feb 04, 2019
NLC Member Highlight: Laurie Halse Anderson
Each month, RAINN features a member of its National Leadership Council (NLC). The NLC is a group of dedicated individuals who have shown their commitment to RAINN’s mission of supporting survivors and ending sexual violence. This month we checked in with survivor and bestselling author of the novel Speak, Laurie Halse Anderson.
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Dec 14, 2018
CBS Awards RAINN $2 Million to Help Survivors of Sexual Assault
RAINN today received a $2 million grant from CBS to continue its efforts to help survivors of sexual assault through its victim services programs. "Ending sexual violence takes everyone working together. This generous support will make it possible for us to help tens of thousands more survivors," says Scott Berkowitz, president and founder of RAINN.
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Statement from RAINN's president and founder, Scott Berkowitz, on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision, Maryland vs. King
"DNA has already aided nearly 200,000 investigations, and thanks to today's decision it will continue to be a detective's most valuable tool in solving rape cases.
Latest News | May 20, 2013
Military App Now Allows Free Calls Worldwide
Sexual assault survivors stationed anywhere in the world can now call DoD Safe Helpline at no charge through the Safe Helpline app.
Latest News | May 20, 2013
Glee Partnership Leads to Hotline Use Soaring
Glee, FOX's hit show, has done it again, tackling an issue important issue to teens: sexual abuse and assault.
Latest News | May 16, 2013
Facebook Charities: Give the Gift of Hope for Survivors
Facebook users can now give a gift that will mean a lot to family and friends: a donation to RAINN.