Support After Rape and Sexual Violence Leeds (SARSVL)

We're excited to announce our 2025 fundraiser- 'a year of feminist poetry' calendar. 12 original poems, 13 original artworks from 17 different women. Read about our calendar's story that started this International Women's day, and to buy your copy here: https://lnkd.in/egdseCPr

The Mirabal sisters from the Dominican Republic, opposed the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo and were involved in clandestine activities against his regime. The three sisters were assassinated on 25 November 1960, which is why the United Nations chose this date for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This day starts 16 Days of Activism raising awareness of crimes against women.

A brief history of Intersectionality: First used by Kimberlé Crenshaw in 1989, the principles of intersectionality have been present in Black feminist thought for centuries, as a way of understanding the complexities of systemic oppression.

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. This day we remember those whose lives were lost because of anti- trans violence. There are a few vigils across the city you can attend to honour the memory of those we have lost: Leeds Queers Against Fascism vigil: https://shorturl.at/cyN7u Trans Leeds vigil: https://shorturl.at/XT7dJ 💜

We are delighted to be recruiting a full time Office Coordinator. Providing administrative support and co-ordination across all functions of the organisation, and to act as a main point of contact for the SARSVL office. https://lnkd.in/d8_Fzfju

Today is the last day that Givto users can support us! Thank you to everyone who has already donated, your donations mean so much. Please continue to spread the word, and visit Givto to donate if you can, to support our work with survivors in Leeds 💚💜 https://lnkd.in/extSVZ6y

With all the news, noise and clutter this week has been a difficult one for many of us, highlighting the need for self care and some TLC. Please remember our helpline volunteers are here to help and listen: 0808 802 3344 Mondays 12-2pm / Tuesdays 8-10pm / Wednesdays 6-8pm / Thursdays 2-4pm / Sundays 6.30-8.30pm.

We’re one of the featured charities on @GivtoUK this month, please spread the word, and donate if you can, your donations will help us support women and girls across Leeds. Log in now and support us here! https://lnkd.in/extSVZ6y 💚💜

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These are just some of the women we really admire. Without their work the movement wouldn't be what it is today: * Roxane Gay *Bell Hooks * Audre Lorde * Kimberlé Crenshaw * Maya Angelou Who are some of the black feminists you admire?