Events

We collaborate with departments and student organizations on campus to foster individual and collective action to reduce sexual and interpersonal violence. One way we do this is by sponsoring and partnering on signature events that happen each school year.

The Alabama Solution Film Screening

April 2, 6 – 8:30 PM, Howard Thurman Center
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to a special in-person screening and community discussion of this Oscar-nominated documentary that exposes the systemic injustice experienced by people incarcerated in Alabama prisons. Told through their own voices, the film examines how the carceral system is used to respond to sexual violence, and how this connects to prevention efforts and impacts survivors’ sense of bodily autonomy. This event is co-sponsored by Survivor Advocacy, Response & Prevention (SARP), the Howard Thurman Center, BU Prison Outreach Initiative, and the BU Law Public Interest Law Society. RSVP here.

Rosie’s Place Toiletry Drive and Brunch

April 11, 11 AM – 2 PM, George Sherman Union
We invite all community members to join One Love at BU in honoring Rosie’s Place, a multi-service community center in Boston that offers women emergency shelter, meals, and so much more. A free light brunch is available (while tickets last) to attendees who bring toiletries or a book donation for this amazing cause. Learn more.

Media Fair and “Passion to Poison” Movie Bingo

April 13, 12 – 4 PM, Howard Thurman Center
Students are invited to a media fair inspired by the One Love training on the 10 signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships, featuring a fresh take on How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. Using a bingo card, students can reflect on how this romantic comedy has shaped views on relationships, for better or worse. The media fair will also include book reviews, podcast recommendations, a raffle, free food from Saxbys, and opportunities for thoughtful discussion on consent and healthy relationships with event co-sponsors. RSVP here.

Supporting Survivors: Tools, Boundaries, and Resources

April 15, 12 – 12:45 PM, Zoom
In this Faculty & Staff Assistance Office (FSAO) and SARP co-hosted workshop, students, faculty, and staff will learn ways to support survivors, including friends, loved ones, and students. Topics will include best practices for offering support, boundary setting, self-care, and resources available at BU and in the broader community. Register here.

BU Denim Day

April 29, 11 AM – 2 PM Locations across the Medical and Charles River Campuses
Denim Day is an international movement to end victim-blaming and challenge myths about sexual violence. To raise awareness, spark discussion, and show support, all BU community members are encouraged to wear denim and an “Ask Me About My Denim!” pin, available through SARP. You are encouraged to pick up a Denim Day pin at the SARP office throughout the month of April. Visit Denim Day tables on the Medical Campus in the Instructional Building and on the Charles River Campus at Warren Towers, Claflin Hall, and Towers Lawn.

Past Events

Self-defense class with IMPACT

Join SARP, September 29th, 6-8pm for an evening of empowerment-focused self-defense with IMPACT.
IMPACT classes teach self-defense strategies that are effective regardless of size, age, or fitness level. Their training programs give people the tools to stay calm and focused in unsafe situations. Instructors are trained to recreate common assault scenarios. In response, most students feel fear. The training process helps you manage your body’s natural stress response so you can defend yourself effectively. Participants will learn techniques to de-escalate, set boundaries, and physically incapacitate an attacker if they are a target of violence.

Fall Welcome Event

SARP’s Fall Welcome Event invites students to meet our staff, learn about community resources, prevent violence, and learn how to get help. The event creates a welcoming environment that minimizes the stigma associated with talking about trauma out loud. The BU community can engage in thoughtful conversation with SARP-trained student ambassadors while participating in a fun activity. This year’s Fall Welcome Event will be on Friday, October 24th, 11am-2pm on BU Beach. We hope to see you there!

I Will Walk With You

Started by a BU student, this walk shows support for survivors all across the University. SARP ambassadors lead the way and spray paint the path from the SARP office to the rest of the campus, encouraging passing students to participate. This year’s I Will Walk With You event will be held on Friday, October 10th from 11am-2pm. We hope to find you along the path!

Denim and Donuts – Denim Day Observation

Denim Day challenges the victim-blaming of survivors of sexual violence. All over the world, people wear jeans to support survivors and educate the community. SARP observes this day by partnering with groups on campus such as the Center for Gender, Sexuality, & Activism, Residence Life, and First Year Success to incentivize students to think critically about how they prevent victim blaming while learning the history behind this demonstration.

Incarcerated Survivor Letter-Writing

The Incarcerated Survivor Letter-Writing Initiative (ISLW) is a monthly collaboration between SARP and the BU Prison Outreach Initiative. Originally launched by SARP Ambassador Hannah Zobair (CAS’22) in 2020, ISLW creates opportunities for students to support incarcerated survivors of domestic and sexual violence through handwritten letters. By fostering human connection and challenging the isolation faced by survivors, ISLW provides a meaningful, concrete way for the BU community to show solidarity and advocate for change.

Events

The Alabama Solution Film Screening

Rosie’s Place Toiletry Drive and Brunch

Media Fair and “Passion to Poison” Movie Bingo

Supporting Survivors: Tools, Boundaries, and Resources

BU Denim Day

Past Events

Self-defense class with IMPACT

Fall Welcome Event

I Will Walk With You

Denim and Donuts – Denim Day Observation

Incarcerated Survivor Letter-Writing

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