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Our Mission and Vision

The mission of the Rape Crisis Center of Milford, Inc. serving Ansonia, Derby, Milford, Orange, Seymour, Shelton and West Haven is to provide support and a voice for victims of sexual assault and misconduct and to prevent future instances through education.

Our goal is to provide high quality, comprehensive and culturally competent sexual assault victim services and community education.

Our vision is that there will be a zero tolerance for sexual assault and misconduct and no stigma attached to victims.

WHO WE ARE

Victim Services

24/7 FREE and CONFIDENTIAL crisis hotline
Short-term counseling for victims of sexual assault and their families by counselors trained in crisis intervention techniques
Personal support and advocacy during hospital, police and court visits
Various support groups run by advocates for adults and students
Bi-lingual and male counselors available
Referral network for long-term professional counseling, legal assistance, and medical assistance
In-service workshops for community agencies and organizations
Specialized Police Training for area police departments

Prevention and Community Education

Personal Safety Program for Pre K-6 grade students
Safety and Violence Prevention Program for Middle and High School Students include:
Sexual Assault and Consent
Sexual Harassment
Healthy Relationships and Dating Violence
Sexting
Cyber Bullying
Internet Safety