We Rise brings together survivors of commercial sexual exploitation with key community allies in order to prevent, intervene against, and promote recovery from the commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC).
Connect, Educate, Empower.
We Rise
Our comprehensive, survivor-informed program empowers girls and young women through:
Community Outreach: Engaging, educating, and training community organizations such as police, emergency responders, and mental health providers, supporting a fundamental shift in understanding, identification of, and response to victims ,spotting red flags and encouraging and facilitating systemic change
Emergency Intervention: Providing 24/7 on-call response to victims of CSEC, pairing outreach workers with victims to provide psychological first aid, ensure victims’ immediate comfort, health, and safety needs are met, and to offer in-person support and advocacy.
Transitional/Ongoing Supports: Assisting survivors as they work to rebuild their lives through trauma-informed case management--ensuring access to transitional or permanent housing, assistance with applying for benefits, educational placement, vocational training and securing employment, obtaining legal assistance, mental health referrals, on-site survivor-led group counseling and peer-support groups.
Looking for immediate help?
SafeLink
SafeLink is Massachusetts’ statewide 24/7 toll-free domestic violence hotline and a resource for anyone affected by domestic or dating violence: 877-785-2020; TTY 877-521-2601
National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is offering assistance and safety planning 24/7. Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233); TTY 1-800-787-3224. If you’re unable to speak safely, you can chat online at thehotline.org, or text LOVEIS to 22522.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
The National Sexual Assault Hotline is available by phone and online chat 24/7. Services are free and confidential. Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or chat online at rainn.org.
Red Flags & Vulnerable Populations
Victim Compensation
Click below to find out more on how to apply for victim compensation.
Training Programs and Workshops to Identify and Support At-Risk Youth
We Rise: Introduction to CSEC Resources and Services
We Rise staff offer various programs designed to equip those in youth-interfacing roles with tools to identify and support youth who are impacted by sexual exploitation.
An Introduction to CSEC Population
This one-hour introductory level training is designed for anyone who may encounter youth who are impacted by sexual exploitation. Participants will learn to define, recognize, and appropriately respond to sexually exploited youth in the context of their service setting. Participants will receive instruction on handling disclosures, supporting youth in their healing journey and accessing available resources.
Tell Tale Signs of Sexual Abuse
Teen Dating Violence
Clinical (Understanding and Responding)
Internet Safety and Social Media
For questions about our workshops (available for local organizations and schools), please contact Consuela Harrison at charrison@centerboard.org or use the form below: