Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program

10/15/2026

ACEnet's 2026 Food Industry Ready Cohort with Survivor Advocacy Outreach Program partnered with the Ohio Valley Cannery last week to can Pawpaw Spicebush Jam from Integration Acres!

Developing workforce and building skills within the food sector, participants got hands-on training within the thermal processing room, seeing the project from start to finish.

This experience also provides varied insights into how different working within a kitchen or food can look (bakery skills with Crumbs Bakery, cooking & prep with Butcher's Bites, food distribution and growing with Community Food Initiatives, and thermal processing skills with OVC) to allow participants to see what fits their interests best, build connections with real businesses and business owners in the community, and to build skills that are transferable to sustainable job pathways once trainees graduate from the FIR program.

10/15/2026

The Mid Ohio Jeepers fundraiser for SAOP is coming up this Saturday, October 17, from 6–9 p.m. at 15842 State Route 56 in Laurelville.

Stop by to check out the Jeeps, spend time with good company, and help raise money for local survivor services during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. All proceeds will benefit SAOP.

We’re grateful to Mid Ohio Jeepers Organization LLC for supporting survivors and bringing our community together. 💜

10/14/2026

Our SAOP team is wearing purple for Purple Thursday in support of survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and supported. Today and every day, we’re here to listen, believe survivors, and support their choices.

📞 Contact SAOP's 24-hour helpline: (740) 591-4266

10/14/2026

Thank you to everyone at the Athens Farmers Market who stopped by to talk, ask questions, and learn more about supporting survivors in our community!

10/13/2026

Little Fish Brewing Company - Athens, Ohio is hosting Pint Night to benefit SAOP on Thursday, October 22, from 7–9 p.m.

Stop by and help raise money for local survivor services during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We’re grateful to Little Fish for supporting this work and making space for our community to come together. 💜

10/09/2026

Every survivor deserves to be heard, supported, and trusted to make decisions about their own life.

From our 24-hour crisis hotline to ongoing support, SAOP helps survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking navigate their immediate and long-term needs.

There is no single path forward or set of steps someone must follow to receive support. We listen, offer options, and support survivors on their own terms.

10/08/2026

A heartfelt thank-you to Equitas and CareSource for donating personal care items for survivors!

10/06/2026

Thank you Ohio Women’s Rugby for supporting the Athens Child Advocacy Center!

Our team is doing a TOY DRIVE with the Athens Child Advocacy Center during our match THIS SATURDAY starting at 11am! We would be grateful for any donations! 💚😼

10/06/2026

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Mid Ohio Jeepers Organization LLC is bringing the community together in support of survivors.

Join us for Jeep Night on Saturday, October 17, from 6–9 p.m. at Mam’s Rusted Skillet in Laurelville. Enjoy a Jeep Show & Shine, raffles, a 50/50 drawing, food and drink specials, and awards. All donations and proceeds will support SAOP’s work with survivors across Southeast Ohio.

We hope to see you there!

10/05/2026

Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with a week of community events! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Join us in honoring LGBTQ+ history and the people who continue to build a more welcoming, inclusive community. SAOP is proud to support spaces where LGBTQ+ people feel seen, valued, and connected.

Explore the week’s events and help spread the word by sharing with friends!

More information available on the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1635672634805963/?rdid=wUzUG5SRsJas6ni7&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1EPk9hjQPu%2F #