Take Back the Night 2023!

Published On: September 6, 2023

Since 1976, Take Back The Night occurs internationally each year to raise awareness about gender-based violence, including sexual violence.

Learn more about Take Back the Night, or join your local sexual assault centre’s event.

Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres (OCRCC) includes over 30 community-based sexual assault centres in Ontario. 

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