Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault

01/28/2026

Good afternoon friends. Logging on with sadness and heavy hearts today to say that IowaCASA's Board of Directors has voted to dissolve the organization, and this Friday will be the last day for the majority of our work.

IowaCASA has been working to end sexual violence and make sure that survivors and the people who support them have everything they need to heal and thrive for over 40 years, and it has been our honor and pleasure to carry out this critical mission alongside so many of you. There is still so much work to do, and we hope that we have laid a solid foundation for all of you to carry on. Take care of yourselves, and each other.

If you are a survivor, please know that we see you, we believe you, and help is available. Reach out to the Iowa Victim Service Call Center at any time, day or night, and they will connect you with support in your area. ❤️

01/18/2026

As we head into a new year, and a new legislative cycle, we thought it was a good time to check in about all of the things that survivors deserve in our families, our communities, our state, our nation, and our world. Thank you all for showing up in whatever ways you can to make sure that survivors are getting everything they need and deserve. If we stay grounded in this, we can do amazing things!

01/05/2026

We are beyond excited about Iowa ACEs 360’s Work. Well. Iowa. initiative and its potential for keeping kids and families safe and thriving! Please follow them, check out the project, share with your employers, and share your own story!

Behind every workplace policy is a real person balancing work, caregiving, health, and the unexpected.

We’re inviting Iowans to share their stories—big or small—about what support at work has looked like, or what has been missing. These lived experiences help shape policies that actually work.

Your story does not have to be polished. It just has to be real.
🔗 http://ACES360.memfox.io/workwelliowa

12/22/2025

The IowaCASA office is closed until January 5th. If you are a survivor or someone supporting a survivor, please reach out to the Iowa Victim Service Call Center at any time, day or night to get assistance or just to talk. Trained advocates are standing by; You don’t have to handle anything alone.

12/08/2025

EDUCATE FOR CHANGE

Prevention starts with comprehensive education. We need Digital Consent Education embedded in all Iowa learning institutions and communities. Let’s Educate for Change. Continuous advocacy to the learning institution to invest in the safety of digital platforms is essential.

12/04/2025

Internet Safety is the topic this next week. Please join us at WIT on the 11th.
'Empowering Youth Online: Safe & Violence-Free'
SafePlace and the Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault have teamed-up with WIT to bring award-winning internet safety expert, Richard Guerry, of the Institute for Responsible Online and Cellphone Communication to campus.
This month IowaCASA has also prepared helpful flyers containing information on this important safety topic. Please share this information with those you love.

12/03/2025

Today marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and the 9th day of the 16 Days of Activism campaign.
Inclusive Safety means ensuring digital spaces are safe for all Iowans. Survivors with disabilities face unique forms of online violence and require accessible resources.
According to the World Health Organization, 15% of the world's population lives with a disability. Studies show that folks with disabilities experience sexual violence, including cyber-sexual violence, at higher rates than those without. Inclusive Safety means ensuring digital spaces are safe for all Iowans.
What steps can Iowa take to make support services more accessible?
For more support, reach out to our partners at Thrive Together

12/02/2025

Yesterday was World AIDS Day, a critical reminder that violence and stigma are deeply connected barriers to health.

Digital sexual violence is not just harassment; it fuels stigma, creating profound barriers to vital health care, including HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. Our work against violence is inseparable from the fight for health equity. Violence and stigma affect everyone's health, and we must not let digital spaces become a new engine for discrimination.

That's why our focus today is on demanding accountability from technology platforms.

Cyber-sexual abuse is rampant on social media and dating apps. These platforms have a moral and ethical responsibility to design safer spaces, provide robust reporting tools, and enforce consequences for online abusers. We cannot let corporate inaction undermine public health and safety.

What’s one feature you think would make social media safer? Share your idea! 👇

11/27/2025

Day 3. 16 Days of Activism Campaign,

The emotional toll of online sexual harassment is severe. As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, remember that peace and belonging are essential, both in person and online. Digital Safety = Mental Well-being. Protecting our digital spaces is a vital step toward healing and mental health. We deserve peace online. Prioritize digital self-care today. If you need support, please reach out.

11/27/2025

Good morning! IowaCASA’s office is closed today and tomorrow for the holiday. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st.

If you need support for yourself or for someone you care about during this time, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Iowa Victim Service Call Center at any time, and certified and confidential advocates will be abke to help you at any time, day or night.

11/26/2025

Day 2, 16 days of Activism campaign.

Digital Abuse is Real Abuse. Consent is Key. Cyber-stalking, non-consensual image sharing, deepfakes, and online harassment; these are all forms of sexual violence. Our core message is simple: Consent applies everywhere, especially online.
Click or copy the link below to access the fact sheet.
https://iowacasa-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/alex_iowacasa_org/ERjuFzXK19BCqRNtA9RzycYB0WoFTE2O0yB2srjocrVeuA?e=6dSaai

Share your commitment to violence-free Iowa in the comments.