TAASA Unveils First-Ever Survivor Advisory Board

Panel offers chance to shape Texas policies on sexual violence

"...With the formation of the state’s first Survivor Advisory Board, the Texas Association Against Sexual Assault is..."

Dec. 8, 2020 News Post by Sarah Marloff

Adopting a Survivor's Tale

Stephen Mills' journey into the Holocaust leads a community toward tolerance

"...Stephen Mills' story to tell. He is not a survivor. He is not from a family of survivors. He..."

April 1, 2005 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

APD Sexual Assault Audit Validates Survivor Concerns

Changing the culture

"...The Police Executive Research Forum (PERF), Women's Law Project, and the Wellesley Centers for Women worked together on..."

Nov. 25, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Federal Judge Dismisses Local Sexual Assault Survivors’ Lawsuit

Yeakel cites progress by Lege in rejecting claims against APD, D.A.

"...assault class action lawsuit filed by eight local rape survivors against the Austin Police Department and the Travis County..."

Feb. 11, 2020 News Post by Sarah Marloff

Unpopular No. 2 Likely to Lead APD

Chief of Staff not popular within APD or with local justice advocates

"...least palatable option both within APD and among local justice advocates...."

March 19, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin’s Sexual Assault Controversies Roil the District Attorney’s Race

Margaret Moore's controversial handling of rape cases brings opponents to the race

"...Margaret Moore, she says, to stand up for rape survivors whose rights she believes are being ignored by the..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Painful Splits Along the Way to Stopping Sexual Assault in and Around Austin

Different approaches to accountability lead to rifts throughout the county

"...In the quest to find justice for local rape survivors, advocate Ana Rodriguez DeFrates told..."

March 15, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Why Aren’t UT Students Getting Rape Kits?

The numbers don't add up

"...Bell is a survivor of what she calls a "sexually abusive relationship." She..."

March 30, 2018 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

APD Poised for Comprehensive Rape Case Audit

Council members call for "start to finish" review in wake of controversy

"...of discussion at next week's meeting.) Grassroots advocate group Survivor Justice Project has applauded Alter and co-sponsors Greg Casar,..."

Jan. 25, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Rape Kit Backlog Cleared: Now What?

Advocates still uncertain of what’s being done with the results

"...step in a long and expensive process to secure justice for sexual assault survivors, some celebration was expected. But..."

Nov. 16, 2018 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Council Member Alter, Advocates Optimistic on APD Review

The city gears up for the third-party evaluation of the department's handling of sexual assault cases

"...The project, originally expected to take 18 months, has been extended,..."

Oct. 11, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

The Opportunity to Reimagine Public Safety Is Here Right Now. Will Austin Take It?

“We want everything that can be done outside of the police, to be done outside of the police.”

"...feeling insulted. Some wanted to walk away from the project. But they recognized the truth of another thing Rojas..."

April 30, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

What Happens to Rape Victims?

Sixteen months and nothing

"...Ana Rodriguez DeFrates, co-founder of the Survivor Justice Project, expresses hope and frustration that many feel..."

Dec. 2, 2016 News Feature by Kathryn Lundstrom

The Future of Austin’s Crime Lab

The backlog of DNA evidence is moving, but is it shrinking?

"...creating substantial holdups for district prosecutors, criminal defense attorneys, survivors of sexual assault and other crimes, and their alleged..."

Dec. 2, 2016 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Tales From Early Voting and More Before the July 14 Election

Last-minute jostling before election day

"...last week picked up the nod of musician and justice activist John Legend. Such support is reflected in the..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Bill of the Week: Silencing Survivors?

Joan Huffman's bill may have an adverse effect on survivor psyche

"...Such data adds fuel to the Legislature's attempt to..."

March 31, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Despite Concern, Commissioners Proceed With Two Finalists for County Judge

Advocates hope the next CC4 judge understands the intersections of sexual assault and family violence

"...program helping sex workers caught up in the criminal justice system.)..."

Sept. 27, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

DPS to Audit Austin Rape Case Clearance

APD chief asks for review of cases that aren't really solved

"...every three sexual assault cases in 2016 – because survivors often don't wish to move forward with assault allegations...."

Dec. 7, 2018 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Sexual Assault and the City

District Judge Lee Yeakel will hear arguments on whether to dismiss the class action suit filed by rape survivors against the city

"...assault class action suit filed by eight women rape survivors against local law enforcement, the Travis County District Attorney's..."

Nov. 23, 2018 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Pro-Cop Group Submits Signatures for High-Priced Staffing Plan

Save Austin Now 2.0 eyes the ballot

"...will slow down to half its current rate – projects another 136,000 residents by 2030, meaning another 272 officers...."

July 23, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Women's March ATX Rally 2020

"...Philanthropic advisor, organizer, and cofounder of the Survivor Justice Project Ana Rodriguez DeFrates..."

Jan. 20, 2020 Photo Gallery

Women's March Returns to Signal Boost All Women’s Rights

UPDATED: Event looks to rally the vote in 2020

"...include Rep. Celia Israel, Mayor Pro Tem Delia Garza, Survivor Justice Project co-founder Ana Rodriguez DeFrates, trans activist Naomi..."

Jan. 17, 2020 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

FY 2018 Budget to Help Rape Survivors

City will provide one-time $50,000 allocation to train therapists

"...Advocates for sexual assault survivors are celebrating a $50,000 win after City Council approved..."

Sept. 22, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Here’s Why Travis County D.A. José Garza Seeking Reelection Matters

He’s a leader in the growing progressive prosecutor movement

"...Flanked by a cast of prominent progressive justice and labor activists, as well as a number of..."

Aug. 8, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

City Acknowledges Its Debt to Sexual Assault Survivors

Seen and heard

"...vote, the ongoing legal battle between 15 women rape survivors and the city of Austin came to end...."

Feb. 4, 2022 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

SXSW Film Goes Right to the Moon

Apollo 10 1/2, Sandra Bullock, and more join movie list

"...spiraling out of control when they decide to take justice into their own hands and seek retribution against their..."

Feb. 2, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Postmarks

"...is the paper really supposed to be a "nightstand" project? Jesus, I remember it only used to take, oh,..."

Oct. 2, 1998 Column

Catching Up With Jerry Ferrara

The 'Entourage' co-star has a host of new projects on his plate

"...coming year, the 33-year-old has almost half a dozen projects coming down the pike, including this weekend's Last Vegas...."

Nov. 2, 2013 Screens Post by Patrick Courtney

How Much Reform Is Enough in the Travis County District Attorney Race?

Incumbent D.A. Margaret Moore faces challengers from the left

"...able to run on her record as a criminal justice reformer. She could point to her aggressive reorganization and..."

Aug. 23, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Nov. 5-12

"...TRAIN­ING Learn to help your community strive for peace, justice, and human dignity. Thu.-Sun., Nov. 5-8. St. Matthew's Episcopal..."

Nov. 6, 2009 News Feature

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