As we approach the end of 2025, we are reflecting on this year’s efforts towards ending sexual violence. We want to thank all advocates, organizations and communities who have worked tirelessly to uphold the rights of survivors. We are also witnessing the lasting impact of this fall’s government shutdown and challenges in DC on communities throughout the country and the state, including sexual violence prevention and response work. Throughout it all, MCASA and our member programs continue to support survivors and advocate for the safety and well-being of all Marylanders.
This fall, MCASA has held several webinars and events, including our September 2025 Sexual Assault Victim Advocate Fundamentals Training Series as well as our Virtual Campus Training Series. These virtual campus trainings focused on issues related to sexual violence at colleges and universities such as:
In September, we also hosted MCASA's Expert Training Series: Human Trafficking: Overlooked Populations, which provided participants valuable insights and practical strategies on how to better serve male survivors of sex trafficking.
Looking forward into the new year, MCASA will host our annual Legislative Reception on Thursday, January 22nd, 2026 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at Red, Red Wine Bar in Annapolis. At this event we will discuss Maryland's response to sexual violence, our current statewide efforts in ending sexual violence and the importance of rape crisis centers, and our legislative goals for the 2026 session. We hope you can join us.
In this edition of Frontline, MCASA’s dedicated interns provide more information about sexual violence, prevention, and response. This includes articles that discuss the rape culture pyramid as an educational tool in the Prevention Corner. The College Consortium article explores how sororities and fraternities can continue to work towards ending sexual violence on campus. Another intern discusses the impact of stalking and sexual assault within the military. Our Survivor Safety column provides a look into the economic consequences of sexual violence on survivors. Finally, MCASA is proud to highlight the work of CASA, Inc. of Washington County in our Program Spotlight.
We need your support to continue to fight to end sexual violence. You can make a donation and help us serve Maryland survivors. You can also become a member to support survivors in Maryland.
Stay strong,
Lisae
Lisae Jordan, Esq.
Executive Director & Counsel
Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault
