BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Star - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Star X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://star.ngo X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Star REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221130T150000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20220930T161139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T161139Z UID:10000516-1669816800-1669820400@star.ngo SUMMARY:College Survivor Support Group DESCRIPTION:The College Survivor Support Group will be a 9-week virtual support group facilitated by Kelley Engman\, PLPC\, NCC. The group will occur every Wednesday\, beginning October 5 until December 14\, from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Students are encouraged to call 855-435-7827 to enroll. URL:https://star.ngo/event/college-survivor-support-group-9/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Meet-the-group-facilitator.png ORGANIZER;CN="Alix Tarnowsky":MAILTO:alix.tarnowsky@star.ngo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T150000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20220930T161230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T161230Z UID:10000517-1670421600-1670425200@star.ngo SUMMARY:College Survivor Support Group DESCRIPTION:The College Survivor Support Group will be a 9-week virtual support group facilitated by Kelley Engman\, PLPC\, NCC. The group will occur every Wednesday\, beginning October 5 until December 14\, from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Students are encouraged to call 855-435-7827 to enroll. URL:https://star.ngo/event/college-survivor-support-group-10/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Meet-the-group-facilitator.png ORGANIZER;CN="Alix Tarnowsky":MAILTO:alix.tarnowsky@star.ngo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T150000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20220930T161318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T161318Z UID:10000518-1671026400-1671030000@star.ngo SUMMARY:College Survivor Support Group DESCRIPTION:The College Survivor Support Group will be a 9-week virtual support group facilitated by Kelley Engman\, PLPC\, NCC. The group will occur every Wednesday\, beginning October 5 until December 14\, from 2:00pm-3:00pm. Students are encouraged to call 855-435-7827 to enroll. URL:https://star.ngo/event/college-survivor-support-group-11/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Meet-the-group-facilitator.png ORGANIZER;CN="Alix Tarnowsky":MAILTO:alix.tarnowsky@star.ngo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T183000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230313T202827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T154615Z UID:10000536-1679419800-1679423400@star.ngo SUMMARY:Secondary Survivor Support Group - Virtual DESCRIPTION:STAR hosts a weekly Support Group for secondary survivors of sexual trauma on Tuesday evenings. This group is open to survivors of all genders ages 18 and older. Are you interested in participating? Contact us at (855) 435-7827 to RSVP. URL:https://star.ngo/event/secondary-survivor-support-group-virtual-5/2023-03-21/ CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Group-Flyers-Fall-2022-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T233000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230303T213854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T203710Z UID:10000528-1679515200-1679527800@star.ngo SUMMARY:For The Love Of STAR Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:  \nOn Wednesday\, March 22nd\, For the Love Of will be bringing you an evening of poetry\, comedy\, storytelling\, and BURLESQUE!!! And we’re doing it all For The Love Of STAR – Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response. Tickets are $20 at the door with donations being split between FTLO & STAR. Raffle to happen during intermission and post show! URL:https://star.ngo/event/for-the-love-of-star-sexual-trauma-awareness-response/ LOCATION:Bar Redux\, 801 Poland Ave\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230402 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230318T162225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T184529Z UID:10000546-1680307200-1680393599@star.ngo SUMMARY:#30DaysOfSTAR Instagram Contest DESCRIPTION: URL:https://star.ngo/event/30daysofstar-instagram-contest-2/2023-04-01/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T200000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230305T142234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T162640Z UID:10000530-1680544800-1680552000@star.ngo SUMMARY:Supper STAR 80s Night Cocktails & Sushi at Beausoleil DESCRIPTION:Join City Group Hospitality for an 80’s Night Dinner supporting STAR on Monday\, April 3rd 6:00pm at Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine. Socialize over sushi and cocktails and support a great cause! There will be 1st\, 2nd & 3rd place prizes for BEST DRESSED & every attendee will be entered to win a door prize valued at over $150. A portion of the proceeds will be donated in support of STAR. Tickets are $75 per person + tax & gratuity. Must be 21 & older to attend. URL:https://star.ngo/event/supper-star-80s-night-cocktails-sushi-at-beausoleil-coastal-cuisine/ LOCATION:Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine\, 7731 Jefferson Hwy\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70809\, United States CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-05-at-8.16.21-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230407 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230324T185750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T204338Z UID:10000942-1680739200-1680825599@star.ngo SUMMARY:Start By Believing Day 2023 DESCRIPTION:Start by Believing is a public awareness campaign designed to end the cycle of silence and change the way we respond to sexual assault. It was first launched in April 2011. Since then\, thousands of people across the country have made their own personal commitment to believe and support survivors of sexual violence. There are many ways you can take action. Below is a list of ideas on how to get involved – but don’t stop there! Be creative and use what you know to spread the word. \nSupport survivors: When someone tells you they have been sexually violated\, believe them and remind them that it was not their fault. \nSpeak up: Rape continues to be the most under-reported crime\, with law enforcement estimating that only about 35% of rapes are reported each year. In addition\, many people overestimate the percentage of sexual assault reports that are false. Research shows that about 2-8% of sexual assault reports to law enforcement are false\, far less than many people realize. Challenge these myths when you hear them! \nTake a stand: When you hear people blame a victim for their “role” in the sexual assault\, remind them that we’ve all made choices that decrease our safety. It is not the choice of the victim that matters – it is the decision of someone else to commit a sexual assault. \nStart a conversation: Social media allows you to carry the message farther and faster than ever before. Use your preferred platform to engage a conversation on what it means to #StartbyBelieving.  \nMake it visual: Take a selfie with your pledge and post it on social media. Start by making your own personal commitment to Start by Believing. Click here to download our pledge sign now. \nLearn more at Start by Believing: Ending the Cycle of Silence in Sexual Assault. URL:https://star.ngo/event/start-by-believing-day-2023/ CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Start-by-believing-day-Twitter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230408T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230408T130000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230329T153142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T154223Z UID:10000947-1680948000-1680958800@star.ngo SUMMARY:Easter Egg~stravaganza and Egg Drop - Baton Rouge DESCRIPTION:Join STAR and Healthy Blue Louisiana at the 2023 Easter Egg~stravaganza and Egg Drop. This event will be held Saturday\, April 8\, 2023 at Hartley Vey Park 1702 Gardere Lane\, Baton Rouge\, La 70820 from 10AM-1PM. This event will have food\, fun\, performances\, music\, community vendors\, games\, giveaways\, entertainment\, activities\, resources\, screenings\, & MUCH MUCH MORE!  URL:https://star.ngo/event/healthy-blue-louisiana-tabling-fair/ LOCATION:Hartley Vey Park\, 1702 Gardere Lane\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70820\, United States CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Egg-Stravaganza23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230410T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230410T203000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230303T184934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T154712Z UID:10000527-1681151400-1681158600@star.ngo SUMMARY:Supper STAR Gatsby Benefit Soiree DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a fabulous night benefiting STAR on Monday\, April 10th 6:30pm at Proverbial Wine Bistro hosted by City Group Hospitality. Enjoy cocktails and heavy appetizers while you mix and mingle Great Gatsby style! There will be 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place prizes for BEST DRESSED and every attendee will be entered to win a door prize valued at over $150. Tickets are $75 per person + tax & gratuity. Must be 21 & older to attend. URL:https://star.ngo/event/supper-star-gatsby-benefit-soiree/ LOCATION:Proverbial Wine Bistro\, 9659 Antioch Rd #105\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70817\, United States CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/334784131_756847312328226_7558614384549061249_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230413T200000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230329T152311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T155150Z UID:10000945-1681410600-1681416000@star.ngo SUMMARY:Survivor Speak Out - Virtual DESCRIPTION:  \nSTAR is hosting a virtual Survivor Speak Out on Thursday\, April 13th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom. This event will bring together survivors to share their experiences regarding sexual violence and the impact it has on their lives. Survivors may share their stories\, the responses they received when making disclosures\, how their experiences have impacted them\, and/or what healing has looked like for them. Registration is required. Please register at the link here URL:https://star.ngo/event/survivor-speak-out-virtual/ CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/unnamed-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230422T130000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230329T155629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T155629Z UID:10000950-1682154000-1682168400@star.ngo SUMMARY:Open Health Care Clinic's Community Health and Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 22nd\, 2023 from 9am to 1pm for Open Health Care Clinic’s Community Health and Resource Fair. Get access to health resources\, awesome giveaways\, COVID-19 vaccinations\, and more! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to take charge of your health and wellness. URL:https://star.ngo/event/open-health-care-clinics-community-health-and-resource-fair/ LOCATION:Open Health Baranco Clark YMCA Location\, 1735 Thomas Delpit Drive\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70802\, United States CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/OH_color-logomark_transparent.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230423T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230423T160000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230329T153607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T153607Z UID:10000948-1682251200-1682265600@star.ngo SUMMARY:HER Story... The Journey of the Butterfly Brunch DESCRIPTION:HerStory is an event to help Empower\, Inspire\, Educate\, and Connect with Women in the community who are dealing with hardships of life. \n\n\nHER Story….The Journey of the Butterfly is a new event being brought to the Capitol City by the KC Homes Realty Group. Their mission is to educate\, advocate and provide valuable resources to the many women of our community who have or currently are struggling in abusive relationships. Although these relationships can be physical in nature\, there are so many caveats of domestic violence such as: mental\, emotional\, verbal\, and financial. These relationships can even include the more recent behaviors that are finally being brought to the forefront–narcissistic and toxic behaviors. All these behaviors can cause a combination of health issues and mental distress for women. Therefore\, the need to educate women on all these forms of abuse is more prevalent than ever. This new event is the culmination of this mission to reach and teach women from all walks of life experiencing these types of situations. \nClick here to reserve your spot. URL:https://star.ngo/event/her-story-the-journey-of-the-butterfly-brunch/ LOCATION:Gallery 14\, 210 S 14th Street\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70802\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230424T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230424T203000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230417T205504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T205637Z UID:10001093-1682359200-1682368200@star.ngo SUMMARY:Take Back the Night - Baton Rouge DESCRIPTION: URL:https://star.ngo/event/take-back-the-night-baton-rouge/ LOCATION:LSU Memorial Tower CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230424T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230424T203000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230303T214634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T214853Z UID:10000529-1682361000-1682368200@star.ngo SUMMARY:Supper STAR Denim & Diamonds at City Pork DESCRIPTION:Join City Group Hospitality for DENIM & DIAMONDS Benefit supporting STAR on Monday\, April 24th 6:30pm at City Pork Highland. Enjoy cocktails & heavy appetizers to mix & mingle DENIM & DIAMONDS style! There will be 1st\, 2nd & 3rd place prizes for BEST DRESSED & every attendee will be entered to win a door prize valued at over $150. A portion of the proceeds will be donated in support of STAR. Tickets are $50 per person + tax & gratuity. Must be 21 & older to attend. URL:https://star.ngo/event/supper-star-denim-diamonds-at-city-pork/ LOCATION:City Pork Highland\, 18143 Perkins Rd E\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70810\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230425T170000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230329T152550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T154258Z UID:10000946-1682413200-1682442000@star.ngo SUMMARY:3rd Annual Survivors of Violence Lobby Day DESCRIPTION:Calling all survivors of interpersonal and systemic violence\, victims’ loved ones\, criminalized survivors\, allies\, advocates\, and supporters to the State Capitol in Baton Rouge from 9 am-4 pm on Tuesday\, April 25th! Survivors from across the state are coming together to make our voices heard during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and the legislative session. We will hear from advocacy and service organizations\, speak with the legislators about our priorities\, and build fellowship and community with each other. \nWe know what changes need to happen in Louisiana to build safe communities and support healing. No one needs to identify themselves as a survivor or share more than they want to participate! We will provide resources and training to folks on how the legislative process works\, questions to ask legislators\, advocacy talking points\, and grounding/self-care techniques for ourselves. An advocacy training is scheduled via zoom on Sunday April 2nd from 5-7 pm. \nFood will be provided and transportation is available. Please fill out the survey below so we can get you all set up to attend!  Call/text 504-535-4912 or email lsr@defendla.org with any questions. Visit https://bit.ly/LSReform for more information on Louisiana Survivors for Reform. Click here to register. URL:https://star.ngo/event/3rd-annual-survivors-of-violence-lobby-day/ LOCATION:Louisiana State Capitol CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0423_IGPost1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230427T203000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230329T160004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T160004Z UID:10000951-1682620200-1682627400@star.ngo SUMMARY:Evening of Remembrance - Baton Rouge DESCRIPTION:Join STAR and the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office for the Annual Evening of Remembrance. This event is held each year during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week to recognize families in our community who have lost loved ones due to violence. This event also provides an opportunity for our partners to provide information to the families that we serve. URL:https://star.ngo/event/evening-of-remembrance-baton-rouge/ LOCATION:Rose Hill Baptist Church\, 3765 North Acadian Thruway\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, United States CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/xqezhAppDj399Sh2UEpH3Q37TX1UYZ0Rk3-Hm_6ruQ2MKyipS-Hual6QnLXcSzJ6y4P3plk67pHNf05X_IOdDI18_0ulk9_q3mjMpULIdM2UNga8KO1CyNBn0mS3rDKwc.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T193000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230329T145529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T145811Z UID:10000944-1682706600-1682710200@star.ngo SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Yoga Workshop - Alexandria\, LA DESCRIPTION:Join STAR for a free special yoga workshop for survivors of sexual trauma on Friday\, April 28\, 2023 at 6:30 pm at Yoga Yaya in Alexandria\, LA. The class is limited to 20 participants. Registration is required. Please register at the link here. URL:https://star.ngo/event/trauma-informed-yoga-workshop-alexandria-la/ LOCATION:Yoga Ya Ya\, 1503 Wimbledon Drive\, Alexandria\, LA\, 71303\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230503 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230406T162552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T162552Z UID:10001092-1682985600-1683071999@star.ngo SUMMARY:GiveNOLA Day DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, May 2\, 2023\, STAR is again participating in GiveNOLA Day! We need your help in furthering our mission to support survivors of sexual trauma\, improve systems response\, and create social change to end sexual violence.  \nYour gift to STAR goes directly to serving your community—your family\, neighbors\, and friends. Thanks to supporters like you\, we are able to provide our life-changing advocacy\, counseling and legal services to survivors across Central and South Louisiana. \nThis year you can double your impact thanks to one of our generous donors Kevin & Winifred Reilly who will match any donation up to $75\,000!  \nYou can schedule your gift right early and help spread the word leading up to the big day tomorrow by sharing our GiveNOLA giving page on social media with the hashtags #GiveNOLADay and #STARadvocates. Visit www.givenola.org/star to learn more. URL:https://star.ngo/event/givenola-day-4/ CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230504 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230505 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230406T162125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T162302Z UID:10001091-1683158400-1683244799@star.ngo SUMMARY:225GIVES Day DESCRIPTION:This year\, on Thursday\, May 4th\, STAR is participating in 225GIVES\, a one-day online giving extravaganza for the Capital Region. \nOver the past two years\, 225GIVES inspired people to get up and give\, resulting in increased donations and services provided in the Capital Region. \nWe invite you to join the movement and help us reach our goal of raising $150\,000 on May 4th. Here’s how you can help: \nGet up and give on May 4th \nYour gift matters. On May 4th\, if you donate to STAR on 225GIVES.org between 12 a.m. and midnight\, your dollars will be stretched in addition to Challenge Fund prizes raised by 225 GIVES itself. Not available on May 4th? No worries! Make your gift early between April 20 and May 9. \nSpread the word \nSpread the word to your friends and loved ones about STAR and 225GIVES. Don’t forget to tag @staradvocates and #225GIVES if you’re posting online. Encourage your friends and family to get upand give as well! \nFollow us \nFollow our social media to stay up to date. For more information\, visit 225GIVES.org. URL:https://star.ngo/event/14867/ CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T120000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230313T141712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T141712Z UID:10000532-1683189000-1683201600@star.ngo SUMMARY:Louisiana Behavioral Health Day at the Capitol DESCRIPTION:Join us for Louisiana Behavioral Health Day presented in partnership by the Louisiana Mental Health Association and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Louisiana Chapter. \nLouisiana Behavioral Health Day will bring together passionate volunteers and peers to advocate for state policy changes that will improve behavioral health and prevent suicide. Events will take place within the Capitol Rotunda and on the Capitol Steps. Volunteers and peers are encouraged to meet with your state legislators as part of the event to: \nTell your story as a family advocate or peer \n\nShare with them why behavioral health and suicide prevention is important to YOU and to your community\nEducate them about the work being done in your community in behavioral health and to prevent suicide\nHelp them understand what must be done for behavioral health care and to prevent suicide.\n\n  \nAbout the Rally: The event will begin with a rally on the capitol steps to hear from state and local advocacy leaders. We encourage everyone to wear white to “shine a light” on behavioral health and suicide prevention! After the rally\, advocates can pick-up a to-go lunch and connect with community organizations at AZ Young park near the capitol. \nAbout Legislative Meetings: Advocates and peers have the opportunity to set-up meetings with their legislators to discuss making behavioral health and suicide prevention a priority. Meetings are not required. If you would like to schedule a meeting with your legislator\, please register and a member of the event staff will contact you to further assist. \nSchedule of Events: \nCheck-in: 8:00 am – 9:00 am\nAdvocates and peers can check-in at AZ Young Park or in the Rotunda\nRally on the Capitol Steps: 9:00 am\nAFSP LA and LAMHA Tabling in Rotunda: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm\nLunch and Vendors at AZ Young Park: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \n*Legislative Meetings: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm\n*Event staff will contact you about scheduling a meeting with your legislator(s). Meetings can take place from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. \n\nClick here for more information and to register. URL:https://star.ngo/event/louisiana-behavioral-health-day-at-the-capitol/ LOCATION:Louisiana State Capitol CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T120000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230523T165353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T185648Z UID:10001096-1686391200-1686398400@star.ngo SUMMARY:Kendra Scott Give Back - Metairie DESCRIPTION: URL:https://star.ngo/event/kendra-scott-give-back-metairie/ LOCATION:Kendra Scott – Metairie\, 3301 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD\, SUITE 23\, Metairie\, LA\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230620 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230612T173922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T173922Z UID:10001097-1687132800-1687219199@star.ngo SUMMARY:Office Closed - Juneteenth DESCRIPTION:STAR’s offices will be closed in observance of Juneteenth. \nSupport is available through STAR’s 24/7 Crisis Hotline\, 1-855-435-7827 URL:https://star.ngo/event/office-closed-juneteenth/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T200000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230614T162627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T162627Z UID:10001098-1687372200-1687377600@star.ngo SUMMARY:Circle of Support Group - Virtual DESCRIPTION:STAR hosts a weekly Circle of Support meeting for survivors of sexual trauma on Wednesday evenings. This group is open to survivors of all genders ages 18 and older. Are you interested in participating? Contact us at (225) 615-7093 to RSVP. URL:https://star.ngo/event/circle-of-support-group-virtual-3/2023-06-21/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Group-Flyers-Spring-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230706 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230616T205134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T205155Z UID:10001125-1688342400-1688601599@star.ngo SUMMARY:California Pizza Kitchen Give Back - Baton Rouge DESCRIPTION:  \nShow our flyer or mention STAR on your visit\, and California Pizza Kitchen will DONATE 20% OF ALL FOOD & BEVERAGE SALES on your check to STAR. Purchases include dine-in\, take-out\, catering\, and online orders at CPK.com when you enter BACK20% at checkout. URL:https://star.ngo/event/15149/ LOCATION:California Pizza Kitchen\, 10001 PERKINS ROWE\, STE\, 110\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70810\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230809 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230719T133436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T133436Z UID:10001126-1691366400-1691539199@star.ngo SUMMARY:California Pizza Kitchen Give Back - Baton Rouge DESCRIPTION:  \nShow our flyer or mention STAR on your visit\, and California Pizza Kitchen will DONATE 20% OF ALL FOOD & BEVERAGE SALES on your check to STAR. Purchases include dine-in\, take-out\, catering\, and online orders at CPK.com when you enter BACK20% at checkout. URL:https://star.ngo/event/california-pizza-kitchen-give-back-baton-rouge-3/ LOCATION:California Pizza Kitchen\, 10001 PERKINS ROWE\, STE\, 110\, Baton Rouge\, LA\, 70810\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T183000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230726T170723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T204009Z UID:10001174-1692120600-1692124200@star.ngo SUMMARY:Secondary Survivor Support Group (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:STAR hosts a weekly Secondary Survivor Support Group for parents\, guardians\, and loved ones of survivors who have experienced sexual trauma. The weekly group is held virtually on Tuesday evenings from 5:30p – 6:30p. This group is open to secondary survivors of all genders\, ages 18 and older. Are you interested in participating? Contact us at (855) 435-7827 to RSVP. URL:https://star.ngo/event/secondary-survivor-support-group-virtual-6/2023-08-15/ CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230905 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230817T155617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T155924Z UID:10001202-1693785600-1693871999@star.ngo SUMMARY:Office Closed - Labor Day DESCRIPTION:STAR’s offices will be closed on Monday\, September 4th in observance of Labor Day. STAR’s 24/7 hotline is available at 1-855-435-7827. URL:https://star.ngo/event/office-closed-labor-day/ CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230913T210000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230803T200746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T144217Z UID:10001184-1694628000-1694638800@star.ngo SUMMARY:Champions of Change - New Orleans DESCRIPTION:In honor of the many brave survivors and allies who shattered the silence of sexual abuse and assault this year\, STAR is hosting our Annual Champions of Change Gala in New Orleans on Wednesday\, September 13\, 2023 at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters in City Park. We are excited to recognize the individuals and organizations that allow us to serve hundreds of survivors each year and transform our community to help end sexual violence.  \nThe 2023 Champions of Change honorees are:\n \nAudrey Wascome\, Baton Rouge\, LA—Audrey is a survivor\, writer\, and activist living in Baton Rouge with her husband and two sons. She is widely published on the subject of sexual assault and survivorship. Additionally\, she advises on survivor-centered public communications regarding sex crimes and is a volunteer for STAR. \nState Representative Delisha Boyd\, New Orleans\, LA—Representative Delisha Boyd is an elected member of the Louisiana House of Representatives for District 102. As a State Representative\, she advocates for equality for all\, including a woman’s right to choose\, equal pay for women\, equality for the LGBTQ community\, better and enforceable Fair Housing Guidelines\, more avenues for affordable home ownership\, and living wages which will open more opportunities for members of our community to achieve the dream of home ownership. She is the mother of Kristen Boyd and the grandmother of Reagan Boyd. \nKristi S. Schubert\, New Orleans\, LA—Kristi Schubert is a litigator and trial attorney who has dedicated her legal practice to representing survivors of sexual abuse in civil lawsuits. She has obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for her clients and has successfully litigated against a wide variety of organizations\, including churches\, schools\, private employers\, and youth-facing organizations. \nLift Louisiana\, New Orleans\, LA—Lift Louisiana’s mission is to educate\, advocate\, and litigate for policy changes needed to improve the health and well-being of Louisiana’s women\, their families\, and their communities. Lift works to educate the public on the numerous issues facing Louisiana women and the policies and laws that will impact them. Lift strongly believes in reproductive justice and pursues legal remedies to secure access\, availability\, and viability of reproductive healthcare services. \nMadison Nyquist\, Madisonville\, LA—Madison Nyquist\, Co-Founder of the Louisiana Mental Health Conference\, has dedicated her work in the behavioral health industry to advocate for mental health services for all\, specifically survivors\, the LGBT+ community and sex workers. Madison works to break down barriers for mental health care as well as to support the clinical community to advance skills through trainings throughout Louisiana. \nMichelle Johnson\, Denham Springs\, LA—Ms. Michelle Johnson is the Founder of Michelle Johnson Consulting which provides expert solutions for justice and survivor-centered care to agencies serving child victims of commercial sexual exploitation\, human trafficking\, domestic violence\, and sexual assault. Ms. Johnson is an integral part of helping survivors see hope for their future. \nDr. Rae Taylor\, New Orleans\, LA—Dr. Rae Taylor is an award-winning criminology professor at Loyola University and founder of the Gender Based Violence Research Project. She is a member of the New Orleans Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team\, has served as a volunteer medical advocate\, and regularly testifies in legal cases to bring perpetrators of violence against women to justice and to help defend criminalized survivors. \nThe Thurman Perry Foundation\, Covington\, LA—The Thurman Perry Foundation (TPF) is a Louisiana-based nonprofit operating nationally in service to women and girls impacted by incarceration\, with a mission of providing scholarships\, healthcare\, and housing relief to 10\,000 women by 2030. Founded in 2021 by formerly incarcerated woman turned epidemiologist\, Gabrielle A. Perry\, their Girl Code initiative—the only one of its kind in the U.S.—has donated over 150\,000 organic menstrual products to correctional facilities throughout Louisiana and Texas. Dubbed “an organization committed to service” by Beyoncé Knowles-Carter’s BEYGOOD Foundation\, TPF is dedicated to ensuring all women and girls are afforded a second chance. \nTonja Myles\, Zachary\, LA—Tonja Myles is a victim of childhood and adult sexual trauma\, has promoted wellness and rehabilitation by sharing life experiences\, and has passionately advocated and moved thousands to healthy and sustainable living. \nTulane Women’s Prison Project\, New Orleans\, LA—Tulane Women’s Prison Project (WPP) seeks freedom for survivors of gender-based violence incarcerated for killing an abusive partner or trafficker\, or for participating in crimes under duress. The WPP reaches survivors on the fringes of mainstream legal reform movements\, addressing gender-based violence\, trauma\, and exploitation as prevalent pathways to prison. \nThe 2023 Exemplary Journalists are: \nJim Hummel\, Lafayette\, LA—Broadcast Award—Jim Hummel is an anchor/reporter in Lafayette\, Louisiana. Hummel has won two Suncoast Regional Emmy Awards and three regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for his investigative work. He has also been named Louisiana’s Reporter of the Year four times by the Associated Press Broadcaster’s Association. Hummel is passionate about telling the stories of the people of Acadiana\, and he is committed to holding those in power accountable. \nJulie O’Donoghue\, Baton Rouge\, LA—Print Award—Julie O’Donoghue is a senior reporter for the Louisiana Illuminator. She’s received awards from the Virginia Press Association\, Louisiana Press Association and Louisiana-Mississippi Associated Press. Prior to working for the Illuminator\, she worked for St. Louis Public Radio and The Times-Picayune. She is a Washington D.C. native. \nJoin us for this year’s Champions of Change as we honor the advocates\, journalists\, and community leaders that have helped further STAR’s mission over the past year. Purchase your tickets using the link below. Click here to view more information on sponsorship opportunities. URL:https://star.ngo/event/champions-of-change-new-orleans-2/ LOCATION:Pavilion of the Two Sisters\, 1 Victory Ave\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70124\, United States CATEGORIES:front page END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230921T193000 DTSTAMP:20240328T141259 CREATED:20230918T203904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T211432Z UID:10001220-1695321000-1695324600@star.ngo SUMMARY:Rescheduled - Trauma Therapy Support Group (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This is a rescheduled group for STAR’s weekly Healing Support Group. URL:https://star.ngo/event/rescheduled-group-trauma-therapy-support-group-virtual/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:front page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://star.ngo/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Monday-Group-Therapy.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR