Victim/Survivor Advisory Council (VSAC)

What is VSAC?

The Victim/Survivor Advisory Council (VSAC) is an all-volunteer group in existence since 1995. They work to end sexual violence by:

• Reviewing literature produced by CONNSACS to make sure it is

victim/survivor sensitive

• Giving feedback to CONNSACS about its proposed plans for services

• Reviewing public service announcements for television

• Giving television and

   newspaper interviews

• Speaking to community groups

   including schools and prisons

• Testifying at public hearings at

   the legislature

• Writing letters to the editor for

   newspapers and magazines

Why was VSAC created?

One component of CONNSACS’ mission involves representing the interests of victim/survivors on various policy and community issues. VSAC was created in order to provide an ongoing dialogue between victim/survivors and CONNSACS on a multitude of topics.

Who are the members of VSAC?

VSAC is made up of women and men who are racially and ethnically diverse. Everyone identifies themselves as a victim/survivor of sexual abuse or as the parent or partner of a victim/survivor of sexual abuse. However, not everyone identifies publicly as a victim. Everyone is able to contribute to the committee is his/her own way.

When does VSAC meet?

VSAC meets once every other month at the CONNSACS office in East Hartford.

For More Information

If you would like more information on the Victim/Survivor Advisory Council, please contact:

Stephanie Headley
Senior Victim Advocate
860-282-9881 ext. 23
stephanie@connsacs.org