Join us in the fight against sexual violence at Resilience's signature SAAM event, Standing Silent Witness!

Join Resilience for our signature SAAM event, back in person this year after two years of being virtual. In a visual demonstration of the silencing of survivors, participants gather silently for one hour wearing t-shirts with stories and messages protesting sexual violence and rape culture. This powerful event includes community members, advocates, volunteers, and survivors amplifying stories that are too often ignored as a way to break the silence about sexual violence. This year we are back in person at Daley Plaza (50 W. Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602)! Participants will be socially distanced during this outdoor event. Please join us at 11:45 a.m. to meet and organize before the demonstration begins at noon, lasting one hour. At the end of that hour, we will break the silence by chanting messages of support. Come by Standing Silent Witness during a break in your day and stay as long as you are able.

This event is free. Registration is encouraged but not mandatory to attend. Contact Maggie Arthur with questions. We hope to see you there!