Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center | ZCenter

ZCenter's 7th annual Race to Zero 5K & 8K Run/Walk
2019-04-14
ZCenter’s 7th annual Race to Zero 5K & 8K Run/Walk at Independence Grove Forest Preserve (Sexual Assault Awareness Month)!
Please email Ali Barnett, Director of Development, with any questions – abarnett@zcenter.org.

ZCenter's 17th annual Community Luncheon
2019-06-14
ZCenter’s 17th annual Community Luncheon at Independence Grove Visitors Center in Libertyville! Please email Ali Barnett, Director of Development, with any questions – abarnett@zcenter.org.

ZCenter's 5th annual Taste of the Town Gala
2019-10-29
ZCenter’s 5th annual Taste of the Town Gala at the Drake Hotel in Chicago!
Please email Ali Barnett, Director of Development, with any questions – abarnett@zcenter.org.

40-Hour Training: Become a Sexual Abuse Survivor Advocate
2020-01-18 09:00 - 2020-02-06 22:00 (America/Chicago)
ZCenter’s January 40-hour training is scheduled! Join in the fight to end sexual violence by becoming a sexual abuse survivor advocate!
For additional information and to sign up, click HERE

Let's Paint!
2020-02-08 13:30 - 15:30

Lake County Rising 2020
2020-02-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Round Lake Beach Civic Center, 2007 N. Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach, IL, United States
Lake County Rising 2020 – FLYER

ZCenter Race to Zero 2020
2020-04-19
UPDATE: We still need your help and support during this time to raise awareness and funds for survivors of sexual violence. We will all miss the race, the energy it brings us and the comradery felt from crossing the finish line. We are encouraging everyone to join us for the distance challenge of a virtual run from home, practicing social distancing and providing support for all those participating from afar. Awards will be given to the top fundraiser and top fundraising team.
~ April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month ~

Spring Luncheon 2020
2020-06-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Independence Grove, 16400 Buckley Road, Libertyville, IL, 60048, United States

40-Hour Volunteer Training: July 20-July 28
2020-07-20 - 2020-07-28
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ZCenter seeks to be an active presence in the community to speak up in support of and in partnership with all survivors of sexual violence. ZCenter provides services to the community at large and to other professionals and service providers to enhance the understanding of the impact of sexual violence on everyone. Our services include 24/7 crisis intervention offered through a Helpline, Medical Advocacy and Legal Advocacy; Prevention and Community Education, Professional Development and Counseling services. Our services are offered at no costs for persons impacted by sexual assault/abuse throughout Lake and¬ North Cook County.
Volunteer Opportunities
1. Advocacy Volunteer – Provide medical advocacy at local ERs, respond to hotline calls, provide legal advocacy through court or education or support services.
2. Prevention and Outreach – Provide sexual violence awareness, prevention-education and capacity building for youth, parents, educators, practitioners and community sectors. Services provided in schools, resource fairs, human services organizations, civic organizations and business.
3. Development – Assist with special events, marketing, grant research and writing, social media.
4. Administrative – General office help, special projects, Sexual Assault Awareness Month activities.
5. Volunteer Therapist: seeing and providing counseling services to survivors of sexual abuse or significant others.
6. Board of Directors Membership: agency governance, involves monthly meetings and
committee work. Contact Executive Director directly if interested.

Illinois Mandated Sexual Harassment Training
2020-08-13 10:00 - 11:30 | ZCenter – Skokie, 4232 Dempster St., Skokie, IL, 600076, United States
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2020
Time: 10:00-11:30am

40-Hour Volunteer Training: November 2020
2020-11-03 18:00 - 2020-11-19 22:00
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40-Hour Volunteer Training: March 2021
2021-03-06 09:00 - 2021-03-27 18:00
Dates: March 6, 13, 20, & 27
Each day starts at 9:00am & ends at 6:00pm.
There will be an hour lunch break from 1-2 pm.

RIO & COPING SKILLS
2022-06-17 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-07-01 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-07-15 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-07-29 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-08-12 17:30 - 19:00, 2022-08-26 17:30 - 19:00 | 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL, 60031, United States

Peer-Led Support Group for Survivors of Sexual Abuse
2022-07-07 17:30 - 18:30 | 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL, 60031, United States
An open group led by survivors, for survivors
Thursday evenings at ZCenter’s Gurnee location
Starting July 7th 5:30-6:30
Must complete an intake prior to start time.
All folks welcome.

Fall 2022: 40 Hour Training
2022-09-06 - 2022-09-22
Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center Announces Their… FALL 40 HOUR TRAINING
Dates: Sept 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:30-9:30
Saturdays: 9-6 (with an hour lunch break)

Race to Zero 2022
2022-09-25 | Independence Grove Park, 16400 W Buckley Rd, Libertyville, IL, 60048, United States
Sept. 25, 2022 at Independence Grove Park in Libertyville
Help Us End Sexual Violence One Step at a Time
Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center seeks to provide quality, comprehensive, client centered services to survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Services are provided for free, in partnership with the survivor in the spirit of equality, free from judgment or oppression. ZCenter seeks to be an active presence in the community, to speak up in support of, and in partnership with, all survivors of sexual violence.
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Community Resource Fair
2022-10-15 10:00 - 13:00 | 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL, 60031, United States

40-Hour Volunteer Training: January 2023
2023-01-07

Standing Silent Witness
2023-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 | 18 North County Street, Waukegan, IL, 18 N. County Street, Waukegan, IL, United States
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THE MASK YOU LIVE IN DOCUMENTARY
2023-04-19 18:00 - 20:00
6pm-Zoom Event
This documentary looks at how society defines masculinity and the harm it causes to our boys and men; a must-see for everyone.

40TH ANNIVERSARY-COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE
2023-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 | 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL, 60031, United States
6pm-8pm-ZCenter in Gurnee
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of supporting survivors with family-friendly activities. Tour our beautiful building and learn more about the services that ZCenter offers.

SURVIVORS SPEAK EVENT
2023-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | College of Lake County, 19351 W Washington St, Grayslake, IL, 60030, United States
6pm-College of Lake County
Survivors of sexual assault will share their inspiring stories of tragedy and healing with spoken word and poetry.
If you would like to share your spoken word or poetry works, contact Kristin Jones at kjones24@clcillinois.edu

DENIM DAY
2023-04-26
Worldwide All Day Event
Wear jeans for a purpose.
Take a selfie and post your pic to let survivors of sexual assault know that they are supported.

40-Hour Volunteer Training: May 2023
2023-05-02 - 2023-05-18 | 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL, 60031, United States

Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center 40th Anniversary Luncheon
2023-06-16 | 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, 4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL, 60031, United States
DOWNLOAD FLYER, SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES & DONOR FORM HERE
40th Anniversary Luncheon Tickets and Sponsorship Form
