Round Lake Beach Civic Center
2007 N. Civic Center Way
Round Lake Beach, IL. 60073
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(Lake County, IL) - Every year, residents of Lake County are invited to attend a public event demanding the end of violence against women. Lake County Rising is our community's version of One Billion Rising, a global movement.

This year, we are excited to return to gathering in-person. Join as we celebrate a significant milestone - 10 years since the first Lake County Rising! As we continue our fight to end violence against women through education and empowerment, we will spend this Valentine's Day encouraging women to “Find, Define, and Reclaim Our Voices”

The evening will feature contest winners in the categories of art, poetry, and essay writing. An ensemble of students from Mundelein High School will provide music, and speakers from A Safe Place, Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center, and the Lake County State's Attorney's Office will discuss changes in services and legislation over the past 10 years that have impacted victims of violence.

Resources of interest to individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and other issues will be available before the program from 6:30 to 7 pm.

This event is sponsored by the Lake County State's Attorney's Office in partnership with Nicasa Behavioral Health Services, Mano a Mano Family Resource Center, A Safe Place, ZCenter, YWCA of Metropolitan Chicago, and National Louis University.

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