National Sexual Assault Conference in Washington, D.C.
RCC Multicultural Outreach Specialist, Jasmyne Bass, will present at the conference!
Learn more about the conference: https://www.nationalsexualassaultconference.org/
Chimera Refresher Workshop
Can't quite remember your Chimera? Join us for a student-directed review. Bring your questions and requests! Everything is fair game.
Register here.
Chimera: Refresher Workshop
Remember how useful and empowering your Chimera class was? Bring that feeling back! Join us for a refresher workshop. We'll review anything YOU want to review. Everything is fair game!
Wednesday, August 19, 6:30-8:30pm at our main office. $30 / $20 for students and seniors (scholarships available). Register now at https://chimeraselfdefense.wildapricot.org/event-6728869!
Edgewood College Student Orientation
Open to first year students on Edgewood College’s campus.
Creando Espacio Para Bienstar
Queremos invitarte a una nueva edición de Creando Espacio para Bienestar, un círculo de mujeres en español donde tendremos la oportunidad de hacer una pausa, conectar con nosotras mismas y compartir en comunidad
Durante seis encuentros exploraremos prácticas de mindfulness, movimiento consciente, reflexión y autocuidado en un espacio cálido, seguro y libre de costo.
17, 24 y 31 de agosto; 14, 21 y 28 de septiembre
5:30–7:00 pm
Gratuito | En español | Presencial
Si sientes que este espacio es para ti, ¡nos encantará acompañarte!
Puedes registrarte escaneando el código QR del flyer o a través del siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/dKdrX84BjJcGeHzU8
¡Esperamos verte pronto!
Creando Espacio Para Bienstar
Queremos invitarte a una nueva edición de Creando Espacio para Bienestar, un círculo de mujeres en español donde tendremos la oportunidad de hacer una pausa, conectar con nosotras mismas y compartir en comunidad
Durante seis encuentros exploraremos prácticas de mindfulness, movimiento consciente, reflexión y autocuidado en un espacio cálido, seguro y libre de costo.
17, 24 y 31 de agosto; 14, 21 y 28 de septiembre
5:30–7:00 pm
Gratuito | En español | Presencial
Si sientes que este espacio es para ti, ¡nos encantará acompañarte!
Puedes registrarte escaneando el código QR del flyer o a través del siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/dKdrX84BjJcGeHzU8
¡Esperamos verte pronto!
Chimera Virtual Q&A Drop In
What's the deal with scholarships? When's the next class? What even IS Chimera??
If you have questions, feedback, or even just want to meet one of our instructors, join us for a FREE info session.
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Topic: Virtual Chimera Info Session
Time: Sep 7, 2026 06:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
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Chimera Basic Self Defense
Our favorite, most reliable techniques! You'll leave with a great toolkit for handling unpleasant situations any way you want.
This class will cover:
Basic palm strike - better than punching!
What to do when someone grabs your wrist
Myths & facts about violence
How to say no without escalating
Confronting someone who is following you
What is intuition and how does it work?
Creando Espacio Para Bienstar
Queremos invitarte a una nueva edición de Creando Espacio para Bienestar, un círculo de mujeres en español donde tendremos la oportunidad de hacer una pausa, conectar con nosotras mismas y compartir en comunidad
Durante seis encuentros exploraremos prácticas de mindfulness, movimiento consciente, reflexión y autocuidado en un espacio cálido, seguro y libre de costo.
17, 24 y 31 de agosto; 14, 21 y 28 de septiembre
5:30–7:00 pm
Gratuito | En español | Presencial
Si sientes que este espacio es para ti, ¡nos encantará acompañarte!
Puedes registrarte escaneando el código QR del flyer o a través del siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/dKdrX84BjJcGeHzU8
¡Esperamos verte pronto!
Chimera x RecWell
FREE with membership to UW Recreation & Wellbeing!
Register through RecWell! (Registration opens August 24.)
6 Sessions:
#1. 14 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#2. 21 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#3. 28 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#4. 5 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#5. 12 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#6. 19 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
Phone A Thon
☎️ PHONE A THON IS HERE! ☎️
From September 16–30, we’re working to sign up as many monthly donors as possible. When you sign up to give just $5/month, we’ll send you a limited-edition RCC x TL Luke mug.
Our two-week campaign culminates on September 30, when RCC and our fabulous host, Elliott Wage Gap, will be hitting the phones to grow our community of monthly donors and help sustain RCC’s work supporting survivors.
So if you see a call from RCC… GET READY TO ANSWER! Your $5/month helps keep survivor support, advocacy, and community education going strong.
Active Bystander Training
Why don't people intervene when others are in trouble? Come learn how to be an active bystander when you see something that isn't right. Class will include:
5 simple ways to interrupt a situation
Assertive communication
Signs of violence
De-escalation
Basic physical skills
No prior experience necessary! Ages 12 and up. All genders welcome!
Creando Espacio Para Bienstar
Queremos invitarte a una nueva edición de Creando Espacio para Bienestar, un círculo de mujeres en español donde tendremos la oportunidad de hacer una pausa, conectar con nosotras mismas y compartir en comunidad
Durante seis encuentros exploraremos prácticas de mindfulness, movimiento consciente, reflexión y autocuidado en un espacio cálido, seguro y libre de costo.
17, 24 y 31 de agosto; 14, 21 y 28 de septiembre
5:30–7:00 pm
Gratuito | En español | Presencial
Si sientes que este espacio es para ti, ¡nos encantará acompañarte!
Puedes registrarte escaneando el código QR del flyer o a través del siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/dKdrX84BjJcGeHzU8
¡Esperamos verte pronto!
Chimera x RecWell
FREE with membership to UW Recreation & Wellbeing!
Register through RecWell! (Registration opens August 24.)
6 Sessions:
#1. 14 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#2. 21 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#3. 28 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#4. 5 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#5. 12 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#6. 19 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
Creando Espacio Para Bienstar
Queremos invitarte a una nueva edición de Creando Espacio para Bienestar, un círculo de mujeres en español donde tendremos la oportunidad de hacer una pausa, conectar con nosotras mismas y compartir en comunidad
Durante seis encuentros exploraremos prácticas de mindfulness, movimiento consciente, reflexión y autocuidado en un espacio cálido, seguro y libre de costo.
17, 24 y 31 de agosto; 14, 21 y 28 de septiembre
5:30–7:00 pm
Gratuito | En español | Presencial
Si sientes que este espacio es para ti, ¡nos encantará acompañarte!
Puedes registrarte escaneando el código QR del flyer o a través del siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/dKdrX84BjJcGeHzU8
¡Esperamos verte pronto!
Chimera x RecWell
FREE with membership to UW Recreation & Wellbeing!
Register through RecWell! (Registration opens August 24.)
6 Sessions:
#1. 14 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#2. 21 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#3. 28 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#4. 5 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#5. 12 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#6. 19 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
Chimera x RecWell
FREE with membership to UW Recreation & Wellbeing!
Register through RecWell! (Registration opens August 24.)
6 Sessions:
#1. 14 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#2. 21 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#3. 28 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#4. 5 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#5. 12 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#6. 19 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
Chimera x RecWell
FREE with membership to UW Recreation & Wellbeing!
Register through RecWell! (Registration opens August 24.)
6 Sessions:
#1. 14 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#2. 21 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#3. 28 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#4. 5 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#5. 12 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#6. 19 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
Chimera x RecWell
FREE with membership to UW Recreation & Wellbeing!
Register through RecWell! (Registration opens August 24.)
6 Sessions:
#1. 14 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#2. 21 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#3. 28 Sep 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#4. 5 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#5. 12 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
#6. 19 Oct 2026, 7:30 PM 9:00 PM (CDT)
Creando Espacio Para Bienstar
Queremos invitarte a una nueva edición de Creando Espacio para Bienestar, un círculo de mujeres en español donde tendremos la oportunidad de hacer una pausa, conectar con nosotras mismas y compartir en comunidad
Durante seis encuentros exploraremos prácticas de mindfulness, movimiento consciente, reflexión y autocuidado en un espacio cálido, seguro y libre de costo.
17, 24 y 31 de agosto; 14, 21 y 28 de septiembre
5:30–7:00 pm
Gratuito | En español | Presencial
Si sientes que este espacio es para ti, ¡nos encantará acompañarte!
Puedes registrarte escaneando el código QR del flyer o a través del siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/dKdrX84BjJcGeHzU8
¡Esperamos verte pronto!
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
Chimera: College Self Defense
Heading to college? Whether you're a freshman or a senior, this workshop is designed for college students navigating parties, hookups, and walking alone at night. Bring all your questions! We'll also cover some basic universal self-defense skills.
Sunday, August 2, 12-4pm, at our main office. Open to cis and trans women and non-binary students. $55 per person (scholarships available).
Register now at https://chimeraselfdefense.wildapricot.org/event-6651605!
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
Trauma-informed Care Training for Local Health Center
Private training for local health center.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
YWCA Racial Justice Summit Practitioner's Gathering
Private gathering for practitioners of YWCA Racial Justice Summit.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
Law Enforcement Training
Private training for local law enforcement focused on trauma-informed best practices for responding to and supporting survivors of sexual violence.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
UW Madison SOAR Tabling
Private resource fair for incoming UW Madison freshman and transfer students.
(X)Posed
(X)posed is a circus burlesque show produced by Madison Aerial Alliance. This show will explore vulnerability and strength which can go hand in hand. Performers will take a personal stance through creativity and art, expressing joy, reclaiming power, and inciting rebellion. Join us in a good kind of trouble! The show will be 60 minutes with no intermission. (X)Posed is co-hosted by Madison Circus Space. Tickets are $30 general admission and $50 VIP. Attendees will be able to donate to the RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center by participating in pasty bingo.
Dates/Times:
Friday, July 10, Shows at 7 & 9
Saturday, July 11, Show at 8
Tickets:
Ages: 18+
$30-$50
https://madisoncircusspace.com/event/x-posed/
(X)Posed Fundraiser for RCC
(X)posed is a circus burlesque show produced by Madison Aerial Alliance. This show will explore vulnerability and strength which can go hand in hand. Performers will take a personal stance through creativity and art, expressing joy, reclaiming power, and inciting rebellion. Join us in a good kind of trouble! The show will be 60 minutes with no intermission. (X)Posed is co-hosted by Madison Circus Space. Tickets are $30 general admission and $50 VIP. Attendees will be able to donate to the RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center by participating in pasty bingo.
Dates/Times:
Friday, July 10, Shows at 7 & 9
Saturday, July 11, Show at 8
Tickets:
Ages: 18+
$30-$50
https://madisoncircusspace.com/event/x-posed/
Chimera Comprehensive Course (Session 6)
Tuesdays, June 2-July 7 (6 sessions), 6:30-8:30pm, 960 Rise Lane, $180 ($120 students/seniors)
NightMares x RCC Fundraiser!
Join us on July 4th at the Duck Pond! Cheer on the Madison NightMares as they take on the Minot Honeybees. This special game is a fundraiser for RCC, with proceeds supporting our mission to serve survivors and build a safer, more connected community.
Get your tickets at the link in our bio and join us for a fun-filled evening ft. fireworks, 50/50 raffle, and of course, a great game!
Tickets: tinyurl.com/RCCNightMares
Chimera Comprehensive Course (Session 5)
Tuesdays, June 2-July 7 (6 sessions), 6:30-8:30pm, 960 Rise Lane, $180 ($120 students/seniors)
Empowerment & Safety Camp for Teens
Register through Art Hub's website for $148/person. No previous Chimera necessary.
A whole day of self-defense learning and discussion, tailored for teens! We'll learn strikes, grab escapes, and ways to set boundaries that won't turn violent. We'll talk about intuition and how it works, how society slots us into little boxes, and where we're really in danger (versus when we only FEEL like we're in danger). There will be enough time to take a deep dive on students' questions too!
FREE Virtual Chimera Q+A
What's the deal with scholarships? When's the next class? What even IS Chimera??
If you have questions, feedback, or even just want to meet one of our instructors, join us for a FREE info session.
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Topic: Chimera Q&A
Time: Jun 27, 2026 05:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86047217594
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