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ValorUS® @valor.us · Nov 25
We are VALOR, a California-based, national organization and California’s sexual assault coalition committed to advancing equity and ending sexual violence.
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VALOR honors the legacy and enduring leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His work to increase civil rights for all people, while envisioning a society focused on equality and respect, unifies all of us. VALOR continues to uphold Dr. King’s legacy as we work to prevent and end sexual violence.
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January 19, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Sexual violence is preventable, not inevitable. Amanda Mustard’s and her family's story in the @nytimes.com shows how crucial prioritizing prevention is to addressing and ending the root causes of sexual violence.
Learn about her story ➡️ https://loom.ly/s3IMSPc
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January 12, 2026 at 8:31 PM
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Community building was core to VALOR’s work in 2025 and every year! Safer, healthier, and more inclusive communities where violence is prevented and survivors are supported take all of us working together in every movement. Join VALOR in 2026 as we continue working to prevent & end sexual violence!
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January 1, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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PreventConnect turned 20 this year! We are more committed than ever to our work building capacity for prevention education in every community. Join VALOR and PreventConnect in the national work to increase the prevention of sexual assault and intimate partner violence for the next 20 years!
December 31, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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VALOR stood with survivors across the nation to preserve grants that support services for immigrant, LGBTQIA+, & unhoused communities! To date, our two lawsuits successfully blocked unlawful restrictions on Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) grants and Health and Housing Grants. 🔗's in Bio!
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December 30, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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VALOR hosted the 2025 National Sexual Assault Conference® in Anaheim, CA! 1,600 survivors and advocates convened for three days of community and connection, where we affirmed our commitments to prevention, exploring restorative practices, and the importance of reparations to help communities heal.
December 29, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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We are grateful to say that our partnerships are stronger than ever as we continue to support survivors in every community throughout California and across the United States!
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December 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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After powering through a tough budget season, advocates and survivors successfully secured $100 million in funding for crime survivor services for California!
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December 27, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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As this year comes to a close, join VALOR as we reflect on 2025. From advocating for prevention to building community and stronger partnerships in California and across the nation, VALOR staff have accomplished so much this year!
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December 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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VALOR will be back in the new year to continue our collective work! Join us in 2026 in our work advancing equity and ending sexual violence.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey’s (NISVS) newest sexual violence data brief is out! The report highlights two items clearly:
📈 Sexual violence rates remain high
✅ Prevention is possible! #PreventionWorks
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December 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Today, VALOR celebrates #HumanRightsDay. As this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence comes to an end, here are a few ways you can get involved and join VALOR as we continue our collective work preventing and ending sexual violence. #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence

December 10, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Dec 3 marks the beginning of the second half of #UNiTEtoEndViolence 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence!
Revisit VALOR’s blog 🔗 https://loom.ly/qnNIvno to learn more about engaging in your community to increase prevention & support survivors of sexual assault & gender-based violence.
December 3, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Today, November 25, marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the first day of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence! #NoExcuse #ACTtoEndViolence
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November 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Today, VALOR honors #TransgenderDayofRemembrance and those who have lost their lives due to transphobia and marginalization, lack of societal support, and sexual and intimate partner violence.
November 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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#NationalSurvivorsVoteDay is a moment to remind our communities that civic engagement is part of survivor justice. From local elections to national policy, survivors deserve to have their voices heard in every space where decisions are made.
Our voices matter. Our votes matter.

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November 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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It's been 2 months since #NSAC2025 and we're still thinking about it! Thank you for joining us for three days of connecting, learning, and growing our collective power.
#VALOR2025
October 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Calling Congressional offices can be intimidating, but with the ongoing government shutdown, your representatives need to hear from you now more than ever. Do farm chores with Ashleigh as you learn about how to contact your Congressperson.
October 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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oin us today on #PurpleThursday to honor survivors, uplift their voices, & reaffirm our commitment to a world free from domestic violence.💜 We’re proud to stand alongside our partners @endingdvinca.bsky.social in raising awareness & building communities rooted in prevention, safety, & healing.
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October 16, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we honor the strength & leadership of Native and Indigenous communities. Ending sexual violence means building reciprocal, intentional partnerships & following the lead of Indigenous organizations working for safety, healing, & justice.
Rsources ➡️ https://loom.ly/NVvY9w0
October 13, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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📣 Update on our lawsuit: VALOR and The Partnership welcome the court's decision that the government cannot impose unlawful conditions on federal funds that allow programs to serve all survivors.
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October 10, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Today, October 8, is #LatinaEqualPay Day. The pay gap harms Latinas, our families, our futures, and our entire country. We can’t wait to be paid equally, and we shouldn’t have to. #Trabajadoras
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October 8, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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🎉 Resistance works! After multiple states’ Attorneys General sued the Department of Justice, the federal administration removed illegal restrictions on legal services for immigrant survivors they imposed earlier this year.
Read CA Attorney General Bonta’s press release ➡️
https://loom.ly/utabA3U
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October 3, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Violence does not discriminate, and our services shouldn’t either. Every survivor deserves access to hotlines, counseling services, and legal support.

Read the press release here ➡️ https://loom.ly/y-CrZQ0
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October 1, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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🚨 Support survivors and call Congress NOW! Threats to federal funding due to a government shutdown have immediate and severe consequences for survivors and their children, the programs they rely on, and the advocates who help them. #SupportSurvivors
Over a teal and purple ombre image of the U.S. Capitol, white, teal, and purple text reads: “Tell Congress to #SupportSurvivors. Federal funding is vital for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and the programs that support them.” NNEDV and NAESV logos above text. Over a teal and purple ombre background, white text reads: “Call 202-224-3121 and tell Congress: Hello, my name is [name] and I live in [city, state]. I'm calling to urge Congress and the Administration to work together toward a bipartisan solution that will ensure lifesaving services for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence without compromising health care for survivors. Survivors need both services and health care to heal and find safety. Please protect federal funding and keep health care affordable and accessible. Thank you for supporting survivors.” NNEDV and NAESV logos below text.
October 1, 2025 at 4:14 PM