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Claire Johnson Allen Talks Supporting Sexual Assault Survivors, CARE Week

Gabby Savo • April 2, 2022

No one is immune to sexual violence, accoridng to Claire Johnson Allen, associate director of the Boston College Women’s Center.

Women’s Center to Host CARE Week Starting Monday

Ashley Stauber • March 15, 2018

The Women’s Center aims to deconstruct the stigma surrounding sexual assault to make students feel comfortable enough to share their stories.

Taking a Stand: Graduate Assistant Erin Doolin Runs BC’s Bystander Program

Meghan Dougherty • April 2, 2017

Erin Doolin developed a passion for social justice while working at an LGBT center in Los Angeles.

Orenstein Urges Students To Talk About Sexual Culture—and Pizza Toppings

Abigail Druhot • March 29, 2017

Orenstein said it is time for young women to demand intimate justice in their personal lives.

Care Week Kicks Off With Discussion on Identity

Mary Kate DiNorcia • March 27, 2017

Rachel DiBella, the assistant director of the Women’s Center, said that people should not have to compartmentalize the diversity of identities that they have.

At ‘Take Back the Night,’ Students Reclaim Sexual Assault Experiences

Lea Luniewicz • April 14, 2016

As part of Concerned About Rape Education week, BC students discussed their road to recovery after being sexually assaulted.

‘In the Closet’ Raises Awareness for Sexual Abuse

Heidi Dong • April 13, 2016

As a part of the Boston College Women's Center's CARE week, "Into The Closet" was held on Monday. The event explored the issue of sexual abuse within the LGBTQ community.

How the BC Women’s Center Creates a Safe Space for All

Layla Aboukhater • April 10, 2016

The Women's Center has come a long way from its founding in the bathroom next to Eagle's Nest.