Empowering Teens Against Harassment

At Shape, we are dedicated to educating and empowering young people about sexual harassment and assault, fostering safe spaces for learning and growth in our communities.

1 in 5

734,630

It is estimated that 734,630 people were raped (including threatened, attempted, or completed rape) in the U.S. in 2018.

One in five women in the United States experienced completed or attempted rape during their lifetime.

43%

43% of men and 81% of women reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment and/or assault in their lifetime

Empower Youth Education

Creating safe spaces for teens to learn about sexual harassment and assault prevention effectively.

Community Events

Events for the community to educate teens on recognizing and preventing harassment and assault.

Community Outreach Programs

Engaging our local community to foster awareness and support for sexual harassment and assault prevention initiatives.

Guidance and tools for parents to discuss these critical issues with their teens.

Resources for Parents and Teens

Resources

Resource links for quick access to valuable information and tools about sexual harassment and assault.

Safe House Center

Supports survivors of Intimate Partner Violence and survivors of Sexual Assault, their families, friends, and our community. All services are free, confidential, and available to all survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault, who live, work, or were victimized in Washtenaw County.

RAINN

Nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense.

Guide to Reporting Sexual Harassment at Work Without Losing Your Job

This guide explains how employees can report workplace sexual harassment while protecting themselves from retaliation. It emphasizes documenting evidence, understanding legal rights, and seeking legal guidance if retaliation occurs. View this resource: https://employeejustice.com/guide-to-reporting-sexual-harassment-at-work-without-losing-your-job/

Michigan's Sexual Assault Hotline

If you or a loved one has experienced a sexual assault, you may want to talk with someone. Michigan's Sexual Assault Hotline has trained advocates available to listen without judgment and offer support to you 24/7. Call 855-VOICES4 -for the Michigan Sexual Assault Hotline.

Contact Us

Reach out to us for support and resources on prevention.

@shapechelsea

info@shapechelsea.org

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Our mission:

To shape teens' minds about sexual harassment and assault through education and community events

Kira Grifka

Kira Grifka is the Co-Founder and President of SHAPE and a senior at Chelsea High School. Outside of her work with SHAPE, she enjoys watching films, playing, and listening to music. Kira plans to complete her associate degree in Graphic Design before pursuing a major in Elementary Education.

Mary Grifka

SHAPE Secretary - When she’s not helping organize SHAPE’s initiatives, she loves spending time with friends and family and working on creative projects. Mary enjoys crocheting, doing gel nails, and staying active through school athletics. She looks forward to growing with SHAPE in the year ahead.

Shasta Grifka

SHAPE's Vice President, devoted mother and wife, and outdoor enthusiast. Her favorite SHAPE moment? The unforgettable surprise when Kira Grifka was named Citizen of the Year. Celebrating the joy of family, friends, and great memories!