Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault
@mecasa.bsky.social
The Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault is organized to end sexual violence and to support high quality sexual violence prevention and response within Maine communities.
Healthy love is built on respect & trust. It means feeling safe to be yourself & knowing your voice matters.
If something doesn’t feel right, or if you just want to talk, reach out. Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741 – free, confidential, and there whenever you need to call.
If something doesn’t feel right, or if you just want to talk, reach out. Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741 – free, confidential, and there whenever you need to call.
February 1, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Healthy love is built on respect & trust. It means feeling safe to be yourself & knowing your voice matters.
If something doesn’t feel right, or if you just want to talk, reach out. Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741 – free, confidential, and there whenever you need to call.
If something doesn’t feel right, or if you just want to talk, reach out. Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741 – free, confidential, and there whenever you need to call.
CSEC isn’t something that only happens “away.” It happens in Maine cities, towns, & rural communities.
Because it often happens quietly, it can be easy to miss. That’s why ensuring every young person has trusted adults in their life is vital.
Learn more at Maine STEN: https://www.mainesten.org/
Because it often happens quietly, it can be easy to miss. That’s why ensuring every young person has trusted adults in their life is vital.
Learn more at Maine STEN: https://www.mainesten.org/
January 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM
CSEC isn’t something that only happens “away.” It happens in Maine cities, towns, & rural communities.
Because it often happens quietly, it can be easy to miss. That’s why ensuring every young person has trusted adults in their life is vital.
Learn more at Maine STEN: https://www.mainesten.org/
Because it often happens quietly, it can be easy to miss. That’s why ensuring every young person has trusted adults in their life is vital.
Learn more at Maine STEN: https://www.mainesten.org/
Preventing CSEC is a community effort.
We can all play a role by staying connected, asking questions, believing kids, and supporting systems that meet young people’s needs — before harm happens.
Prevention starts with us. CSEC is preventable — when communities show up.
We can all play a role by staying connected, asking questions, believing kids, and supporting systems that meet young people’s needs — before harm happens.
Prevention starts with us. CSEC is preventable — when communities show up.
January 19, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Preventing CSEC is a community effort.
We can all play a role by staying connected, asking questions, believing kids, and supporting systems that meet young people’s needs — before harm happens.
Prevention starts with us. CSEC is preventable — when communities show up.
We can all play a role by staying connected, asking questions, believing kids, and supporting systems that meet young people’s needs — before harm happens.
Prevention starts with us. CSEC is preventable — when communities show up.
January is National Stalking Awareness Month.
Ask about co-occurring victimizations! Stalking, sexual violence, and intimate partner violence frequently intersect and overlap. To learn more about the intersection of sexual violence and stalking, watch this video: https://youtu.be/EVuvlpsYhuI
Ask about co-occurring victimizations! Stalking, sexual violence, and intimate partner violence frequently intersect and overlap. To learn more about the intersection of sexual violence and stalking, watch this video: https://youtu.be/EVuvlpsYhuI
January 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
January is National Stalking Awareness Month.
Ask about co-occurring victimizations! Stalking, sexual violence, and intimate partner violence frequently intersect and overlap. To learn more about the intersection of sexual violence and stalking, watch this video: https://youtu.be/EVuvlpsYhuI
Ask about co-occurring victimizations! Stalking, sexual violence, and intimate partner violence frequently intersect and overlap. To learn more about the intersection of sexual violence and stalking, watch this video: https://youtu.be/EVuvlpsYhuI
CSEC usually doesn’t involve strangers or kidnapping. Most youth in Maine who experience CSEC are harmed by someone they already know: a friend, family member, or adult in their community.
It's so important to learn the signs & connect to the kids in our life.
#SupportSurvivors #EndExploitation
It's so important to learn the signs & connect to the kids in our life.
#SupportSurvivors #EndExploitation
January 14, 2026 at 10:01 PM
CSEC usually doesn’t involve strangers or kidnapping. Most youth in Maine who experience CSEC are harmed by someone they already know: a friend, family member, or adult in their community.
It's so important to learn the signs & connect to the kids in our life.
#SupportSurvivors #EndExploitation
It's so important to learn the signs & connect to the kids in our life.
#SupportSurvivors #EndExploitation
It's National Stalking Awareness Month.
In culture, stalkers are often shown as obsessed fans or mysterious secret admirers. In reality, most stalkers are people the victim knows – most often intimate partners & acquaintances. Learn more here: https://www.stalkingawareness.org/elearning-courses/
In culture, stalkers are often shown as obsessed fans or mysterious secret admirers. In reality, most stalkers are people the victim knows – most often intimate partners & acquaintances. Learn more here: https://www.stalkingawareness.org/elearning-courses/
January 12, 2026 at 5:02 PM
It's National Stalking Awareness Month.
In culture, stalkers are often shown as obsessed fans or mysterious secret admirers. In reality, most stalkers are people the victim knows – most often intimate partners & acquaintances. Learn more here: https://www.stalkingawareness.org/elearning-courses/
In culture, stalkers are often shown as obsessed fans or mysterious secret admirers. In reality, most stalkers are people the victim knows – most often intimate partners & acquaintances. Learn more here: https://www.stalkingawareness.org/elearning-courses/
LD 524 passed Judiciary 12-0! AI-generated content makes prosecuting child sex abuse material nearly impossible—this bill fixes that.
Huge thanks to Rep. Kuhn, Judiciary Committee, AG’s Office, Maine Prosecutors Assoc., and MSP Computer Crimes Unit for their hard work.
Huge thanks to Rep. Kuhn, Judiciary Committee, AG’s Office, Maine Prosecutors Assoc., and MSP Computer Crimes Unit for their hard work.
January 9, 2026 at 11:01 PM
LD 524 passed Judiciary 12-0! AI-generated content makes prosecuting child sex abuse material nearly impossible—this bill fixes that.
Huge thanks to Rep. Kuhn, Judiciary Committee, AG’s Office, Maine Prosecutors Assoc., and MSP Computer Crimes Unit for their hard work.
Huge thanks to Rep. Kuhn, Judiciary Committee, AG’s Office, Maine Prosecutors Assoc., and MSP Computer Crimes Unit for their hard work.
CSEC often begins when a young person is struggling to meet basic needs — like housing, food, safety, or connection.
That’s exploitation; and it’s never the young person’s fault.
Prevention starts by meeting needs and making sure kids aren’t facing hardship alone.
#PreventionStartsWithUs #CSEC
That’s exploitation; and it’s never the young person’s fault.
Prevention starts by meeting needs and making sure kids aren’t facing hardship alone.
#PreventionStartsWithUs #CSEC
January 8, 2026 at 2:30 PM
CSEC often begins when a young person is struggling to meet basic needs — like housing, food, safety, or connection.
That’s exploitation; and it’s never the young person’s fault.
Prevention starts by meeting needs and making sure kids aren’t facing hardship alone.
#PreventionStartsWithUs #CSEC
That’s exploitation; and it’s never the young person’s fault.
Prevention starts by meeting needs and making sure kids aren’t facing hardship alone.
#PreventionStartsWithUs #CSEC
CSEC stands for Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children. That’s long, but it means something simple: A child is being exploited sexually in exchange for something: money, a place to stay, food, drugs, or safety.
CSEC is abuse. It’s preventable when communities show up early and with care.
CSEC is abuse. It’s preventable when communities show up early and with care.
January 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM
CSEC stands for Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children. That’s long, but it means something simple: A child is being exploited sexually in exchange for something: money, a place to stay, food, drugs, or safety.
CSEC is abuse. It’s preventable when communities show up early and with care.
CSEC is abuse. It’s preventable when communities show up early and with care.
Listening matters. Believing matters. When survivors are met with trust instead of doubt, healing is easier - and communities are stronger.
We believe survivors, every time.
The Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is available 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
We believe survivors, every time.
The Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is available 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
December 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Listening matters. Believing matters. When survivors are met with trust instead of doubt, healing is easier - and communities are stronger.
We believe survivors, every time.
The Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is available 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
We believe survivors, every time.
The Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is available 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
Advocacy doesn’t stop with individual support — it extends into communities.
In 2025, advocates reached thousands of people through outreach, prevention efforts, and training, and worked with systems partners to improve responses across Maine.
This is how change happens: through relationships.
In 2025, advocates reached thousands of people through outreach, prevention efforts, and training, and worked with systems partners to improve responses across Maine.
This is how change happens: through relationships.
December 28, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Advocacy doesn’t stop with individual support — it extends into communities.
In 2025, advocates reached thousands of people through outreach, prevention efforts, and training, and worked with systems partners to improve responses across Maine.
This is how change happens: through relationships.
In 2025, advocates reached thousands of people through outreach, prevention efforts, and training, and worked with systems partners to improve responses across Maine.
This is how change happens: through relationships.
No survivor should have to navigate complicated systems alone.
This year, advocates provided 1,507 accompaniments in hospitals, courtrooms, and other spaces to offer support, information, & a steady presence.
If you need support, the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is here anytime: 1-800-871-7741
This year, advocates provided 1,507 accompaniments in hospitals, courtrooms, and other spaces to offer support, information, & a steady presence.
If you need support, the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is here anytime: 1-800-871-7741
December 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
No survivor should have to navigate complicated systems alone.
This year, advocates provided 1,507 accompaniments in hospitals, courtrooms, and other spaces to offer support, information, & a steady presence.
If you need support, the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is here anytime: 1-800-871-7741
This year, advocates provided 1,507 accompaniments in hospitals, courtrooms, and other spaces to offer support, information, & a steady presence.
If you need support, the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline is here anytime: 1-800-871-7741
Ending sexual violence takes time, care, and commitment. It takes people like you, willing to invest in a future without violence.
An end-of-year gift to MECASA is a statement that survivors matter, and that this work matters.
We hope you’ll consider making a gift: mecasa.org/donate
An end-of-year gift to MECASA is a statement that survivors matter, and that this work matters.
We hope you’ll consider making a gift: mecasa.org/donate
December 25, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Ending sexual violence takes time, care, and commitment. It takes people like you, willing to invest in a future without violence.
An end-of-year gift to MECASA is a statement that survivors matter, and that this work matters.
We hope you’ll consider making a gift: mecasa.org/donate
An end-of-year gift to MECASA is a statement that survivors matter, and that this work matters.
We hope you’ll consider making a gift: mecasa.org/donate
Survivors deserve communities that protect them, systems that respond with care, and support that helps rebuild a sense of security.
Advocates work every day to make Maine safer for survivors and for all of us.
If you or someone you love needs support, call 1-800-871-7741
Advocates work every day to make Maine safer for survivors and for all of us.
If you or someone you love needs support, call 1-800-871-7741
December 24, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Survivors deserve communities that protect them, systems that respond with care, and support that helps rebuild a sense of security.
Advocates work every day to make Maine safer for survivors and for all of us.
If you or someone you love needs support, call 1-800-871-7741
Advocates work every day to make Maine safer for survivors and for all of us.
If you or someone you love needs support, call 1-800-871-7741
Here's your annual holiday reminder: we don't owe ANYONE physical affection - even if they expect it. Our kids don't either. As parents and caregivers, we have a responsibility to stand up for our kids and have those (sometimes uncomfortable) conversations! Everyone deserves to have bodily autonomy!
December 23, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Here's your annual holiday reminder: we don't owe ANYONE physical affection - even if they expect it. Our kids don't either. As parents and caregivers, we have a responsibility to stand up for our kids and have those (sometimes uncomfortable) conversations! Everyone deserves to have bodily autonomy!
As this year comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what makes this work possible: people like you.
Because of community support, survivors across Maine can access compassionate, survivor-centered care. Your support helps ensure this work continues in the future.
mecasa.org/donate
Because of community support, survivors across Maine can access compassionate, survivor-centered care. Your support helps ensure this work continues in the future.
mecasa.org/donate
December 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
As this year comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what makes this work possible: people like you.
Because of community support, survivors across Maine can access compassionate, survivor-centered care. Your support helps ensure this work continues in the future.
mecasa.org/donate
Because of community support, survivors across Maine can access compassionate, survivor-centered care. Your support helps ensure this work continues in the future.
mecasa.org/donate
When survivors reach out, advocates answer.
In fiscal year 2025, advocates across Maine responded to 2,012 Helpline calls and provided one-on-one support to 5,745 clients — listening, believing, and helping people understand their options at moments that matter most.
In fiscal year 2025, advocates across Maine responded to 2,012 Helpline calls and provided one-on-one support to 5,745 clients — listening, believing, and helping people understand their options at moments that matter most.
December 20, 2025 at 2:14 PM
When survivors reach out, advocates answer.
In fiscal year 2025, advocates across Maine responded to 2,012 Helpline calls and provided one-on-one support to 5,745 clients — listening, believing, and helping people understand their options at moments that matter most.
In fiscal year 2025, advocates across Maine responded to 2,012 Helpline calls and provided one-on-one support to 5,745 clients — listening, believing, and helping people understand their options at moments that matter most.
Every survivor should be able to get the help they need — whether that’s medical care, legal options, housing support, counseling, or simply someone who will listen.
Advocates help survivors understand their choices and connect with resources.
Call the Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
Advocates help survivors understand their choices and connect with resources.
Call the Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
December 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Every survivor should be able to get the help they need — whether that’s medical care, legal options, housing support, counseling, or simply someone who will listen.
Advocates help survivors understand their choices and connect with resources.
Call the Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
Advocates help survivors understand their choices and connect with resources.
Call the Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
Healing isn’t linear — and no one should have to walk that path alone.
Advocates across Maine show up with care, information, and connection so survivors can move at their own pace, in their own way.
If you need someone to talk to, we’re here 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
Advocates across Maine show up with care, information, and connection so survivors can move at their own pace, in their own way.
If you need someone to talk to, we’re here 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
December 13, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Healing isn’t linear — and no one should have to walk that path alone.
Advocates across Maine show up with care, information, and connection so survivors can move at their own pace, in their own way.
If you need someone to talk to, we’re here 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
Advocates across Maine show up with care, information, and connection so survivors can move at their own pace, in their own way.
If you need someone to talk to, we’re here 24/7: 1-800-871-7741
MECASA is hiring for our next Public Policy (and Legal) Director!
To learn more and to apply, a position description can be found on our website at https://www.mecasa.org/job-openings.html
To learn more and to apply, a position description can be found on our website at https://www.mecasa.org/job-openings.html
December 10, 2025 at 12:30 AM
MECASA is hiring for our next Public Policy (and Legal) Director!
To learn more and to apply, a position description can be found on our website at https://www.mecasa.org/job-openings.html
To learn more and to apply, a position description can be found on our website at https://www.mecasa.org/job-openings.html
The holidays can bring up a lot — memories, feelings, pressure to be “okay.” If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. You deserve care and space to feel what you feel.
💛 Support is available anytime through the free, confidential Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
💛 Support is available anytime through the free, confidential Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
November 26, 2025 at 11:01 PM
The holidays can bring up a lot — memories, feelings, pressure to be “okay.” If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. You deserve care and space to feel what you feel.
💛 Support is available anytime through the free, confidential Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
💛 Support is available anytime through the free, confidential Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
Ending sexual violence takes all of us.
When we nurture empathy, teach consent, and care for one another — we’re building the kind of world we all deserve.
Join us in growing healthy, safe communities for everyone.
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
When we nurture empathy, teach consent, and care for one another — we’re building the kind of world we all deserve.
Join us in growing healthy, safe communities for everyone.
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
November 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Ending sexual violence takes all of us.
When we nurture empathy, teach consent, and care for one another — we’re building the kind of world we all deserve.
Join us in growing healthy, safe communities for everyone.
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
When we nurture empathy, teach consent, and care for one another — we’re building the kind of world we all deserve.
Join us in growing healthy, safe communities for everyone.
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline: 1-800-871-7741
November is Native American Heritage Month, but here at MECASA, we know the Wabanaki Women’s Coalition is doing the work of supporting their tribal members every day.
Get connected to culturally appropriate tribal advocacy at https://www.wabanakiwomenscoalition.org/
Get connected to culturally appropriate tribal advocacy at https://www.wabanakiwomenscoalition.org/
November 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month, but here at MECASA, we know the Wabanaki Women’s Coalition is doing the work of supporting their tribal members every day.
Get connected to culturally appropriate tribal advocacy at https://www.wabanakiwomenscoalition.org/
Get connected to culturally appropriate tribal advocacy at https://www.wabanakiwomenscoalition.org/
As the days get shorter, we keep showing up. Advocates are here - always.
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
#HereWhenYouNeedUs #ListenBelieveSupport
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
#HereWhenYouNeedUs #ListenBelieveSupport
November 18, 2025 at 9:14 PM
As the days get shorter, we keep showing up. Advocates are here - always.
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
#HereWhenYouNeedUs #ListenBelieveSupport
If you need support, call the Maine Sexual Assault Helpline anytime: 1-800-871-7741
#HereWhenYouNeedUs #ListenBelieveSupport
Want to show your support for survivors and demand accountability from those in power? Now you can wear that support while raising money for survivors of human trafficking in Maine!
Buy yours today here: www.bonfire.com/store/mecasa/
Several versions of the shirt - all supporting survivors!
Buy yours today here: www.bonfire.com/store/mecasa/
Several versions of the shirt - all supporting survivors!
November 14, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Want to show your support for survivors and demand accountability from those in power? Now you can wear that support while raising money for survivors of human trafficking in Maine!
Buy yours today here: www.bonfire.com/store/mecasa/
Several versions of the shirt - all supporting survivors!
Buy yours today here: www.bonfire.com/store/mecasa/
Several versions of the shirt - all supporting survivors!