About US
Alabama Coalition Against Rape
is a statewide nonprofit organization working to prevent sexual violence in the State of Alabama. Since its inception in 1995, ACAR has utilized its voice to advocate for the rights of countless victims and affect critical change through its active role in public policy, education and training.
Sexual Violence is defined as any act of sexual assault or rape. The crime of sexual violence is based on power and control of another person.
Our Services
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Training for allied professionals through workshops and conferences
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Education of the public about sexual assault through prevention programs, website, quarterly newsletters and other materials
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Advocacy for sexual assault survivors with statewide agencies and in the formation of public policy
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Support for sexual assault program staff through training, technical assistance, and our resource library of books, videos and training materials
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Networking with other statewide agencies that address issues of violence against women
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Providing information, technical assistance, and resources to anyone seeking to learn more about the prevalence and prevention of sexual violence
To deny people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity.
-Nelson Mandel
Our Team
Executive Director
Kimberly Love
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Deputy Director
Kathleen Connolly
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Prevention & Outreach Director
Teumbay Barnes,
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Training Coordinator
Nelson DeLucca
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Program and Training Assistant
Teresa Tillman
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Executive Assistant
Kayla Wert
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Call us for INFORMATION
On the following
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Education
Media Request
Shelters
Resources
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Call 911
Our Mission
To improve treatment of and services to sexual assault victims
To increase the reporting and public awareness of sexual assault
To improve investigation and prosecution of sexual assault
We Need Your Support Today!