Survivor Empowerment Center

06/11/2026

06/08/2026

Split pea soup garnished with fresh herbs 🫛🌱🤩🥣🥑🍋

Another yummy, hearty dish cooked up by survivors in our shelter program with help from Obsitu - the soul of SEC’s shelter kitchen 🥰

06/04/2026

We need YOUR help! 🤝🚲🚗🫂

Many individuals who come to our shelter arrive with little to no access to reliable transportation. Without gas money, a vehicle, a bike, or even funds for a ride from a transportation service like Uber, something as simple as getting from point A to point B becomes a major barrier to rebuilding their lives.

This challenge impacts nearly every step forward - whether it’s getting to work, attending a doctors appointment, or showing up for a job interview.

While we do everything we can to support our residents, we simply don’t have the resources to ensure everyone has safe, dependable transportation. That’s where our community can make a life-changing difference.

💛Here’s how you can help:
- Donate a bike, e-bike, or scooter 🚲
Items can be dropped off at 610 South Thompson Street in Carbondale

- Give to our Client Transportation Fund! 💵🚗 (link below)
Every donation goes directly toward getting survivors where they need to go

Together, we can help survivors access the opportunities and services they need to move forward - and put independence within reach. Become part of their journey today👇

06/01/2026

🗣️DONATION CALL🗣️

Our shelter is in need of Type C charging cords (pictured below). Donations can be dropped off at 610 South Thompson Street in Carbondale.

Or contribute another way using the link in our bio! 📲

05/30/2026

🤔🤔What's in a share??? 🤷🏾🤷‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️

We're interviewing board member applicants in June! Board Members are the foundation of the SEC mission and contribute their talent, insight, skills, and enthusiasm to our vision for the future!

You can help us reach more great candidates in our 8-county Southern Illinois region to serve as Survivor Empowerment Board Members 🙌🙌 and it's SO EASY!

If you live in or near Franklin, Gallatin, Perry, Jackson, Johnson, Saline, Union, Williamson counties, you can help us build our movement to stop sexual and domestic violence and support survivors JUST BY SHARING THIS POST! Join the movement! Share and/or apply now 🚀🚀🚀🚀

🚀 Empower Survivors & Create impact in OUR own communities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault? Survivor Empowerment Center is looking for dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. This is your chance to use your skills and experience to support survivors in rebuilding their lives and creating a safer community.

🔹 Why Join Us?
• Make a Tangible Impact: Directly contribute to programs and initiatives that empower survivors.
• Expand Your Network: Connect with a community of passionate advocates and professionals.
• Grow Professionally: Develop your leadership skills in a meaningful and impactful role.

🔹 How to Apply:
• Click the link below 👇
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=RbOPzpbfeUWLaiUEtLBYW_2BpzIzViRGiNlwK8FZi1NURTE1U1BUNVI0NlBDOExETjEwSkRUSzYzNi4u
• DM us 📲
• Email us at [email protected] with any questions

Not interested in the board, but love our mission? Share this every time you see it.

Together, we can reach thousands and create a future free from violence. Join us today!

05/26/2026

🗣️DONATION CALL🗣️

Our shelter is in need of:
-Mattress protectors (twin XL) 🛏️
-Shampoo & conditioner 🧴🫧
-New pillows 😴
-Toothbrushes 🪥

Items can be dropped off at 610 South Thompson Street here in Carbondale. To make a monetary donation, please use the link in our bio 📲

05/20/2026

🚀 Empower Survivors & Create impact in OUR own communities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault? Survivor Empowerment Center is looking for dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. This is your chance to use your skills and experience to support survivors in rebuilding their lives and creating a safer community.

🔹 Why Join Us?
• Make a Tangible Impact: Directly contribute to programs and initiatives that empower survivors.
• Expand Your Network: Connect with a community of passionate advocates and professionals.
• Grow Professionally: Develop your leadership skills in a meaningful and impactful role.

🔹 How to Apply:
• Click the link below 👇
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=RbOPzpbfeUWLaiUEtLBYW_2BpzIzViRGiNlwK8FZi1NURTE1U1BUNVI0NlBDOExETjEwSkRUSzYzNi4u
• DM us 📲
• Email us at [email protected] with any questions

Not interested in the board, but love our mission? Share this every time you see it.

Together, we can reach thousands and create a future free from violence. Join us today!

05/15/2026

📸 Sexual Assault Services staff at the Mental Health Awareness Month Event put on by Carbondale PD 💚