Category Archives: Compliance & Prevention

04.14.25

Don’t Miss Out: Attend “What Were You Wearing?” Exhibit

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, LLCC presents the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit.

One of the core themes of the exhibit is to confront the damaging stereotype that suggests clothing is ever to blame for sexual violence. It highlights that no one, regardless of what they wear, should ever be subjected to harm.

You can view the exhibit:

  • April 14 – main campus: A. Lincoln Commons Lounge, noon to 4 p.m.
  • April 15 – main campus: A. Lincoln Commons Lounge, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., guest speaker: Dr. Karen Sisk, 2-3  p.m.
  • April 21 – Taylorville Outreach Center – 12:30-2:30 p.m.
  • April 28 – Jacksonville Outreach Center – 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Additional information and resources on sexual assault are available on LLCC’s website (insert link here). You may also contact Shelley Vaughan, compliance and prevention coordinator, at 217-786-3682.

04.10.25

You’re Invited: What Were You Wearing?

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, LLCC presents the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit. This powerful exhibit aims to challenge the harmful myth that a survivor’s clothing contributes to sexual assault.

Exhibit times/locations:

  • April 14-Main Campus: A. Lincoln Commons Lounge, noon-4 p.m.
  • April 15-Main Campus: A. Lincoln Commons Lounge, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m./ Guest Speaker: Dr. Karen Sisk, 2-3 p.m.
  • April 21-Taylorville Outreach Center, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
  • April 28-Jacksonville Outreach Center-12:30-2:30 p.m.

Additional information and resources on sexual assault are available on LLCC’s website. You may also contact Shelley Vaughan, compliance and prevention coordinator, at 217-786-3682.

01.15.25

Share Your Story for the “What Were You Wearing?” Exhibit

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, LLCC and PCASA are proud to present the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit. This powerful exhibit aims to challenge the harmful myth that a survivor’s clothing contributes to sexual assault. We invite survivors to anonymously share their stories and the outfits they were wearing at the time of their assault. Your voice is crucial in helping to highlight the diverse and varied experiences of sexual violence.

If you would like to contribute, please anonymously submit your story and outfit details by March 1, 2025.

Your participation will help raise awareness and promote healing for all survivors.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a difference.
For more information contact Shelley Vaughan, compliance and prevention coordinator.

10.01.24

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Every1 knows Some1. Domestic Violence Awareness MonthThis month, LLCC is partnering with Sojourn Shelter & Services, Crisis Center Foundation and the national #Every1KnowsSome1 campaign, which emphasizes that everyone knows someone affected by domestic violence, whether they realize it or not.

Domestic violence affects people from all walks of life, regardless of gender, orientation, socioeconomic status, age, race or nationality. High rates of domestic violence are not private, individual problems; they require community solutions and systems change.

We all have a part in stopping it. The first step is recognizing what domestic violence is and saying something if you see it happening. By acknowledging this reality and standing together as a united front, we can address the root causes of domestic violence and create safe communities where everyone can thrive.

Upcoming Campus Domestic Violence Awareness Events

  • Oct. 1-4 – Silent Witness Display – Jacksonville Outreach Center.
  • Oct. 1 – Silent Witness Display – Taylorville Outreach Center, 12-2:30 p.m.
  • Oct. 2 – Silent Witness Display – Litchfield Outreach Center, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • Oct. 17 – Purple Thursday – Springfield campus, A. Lincoln Commons
  • Oct. 21 & 23 – Silent Witness Display – Springfield campus, A. Lincoln Commons, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Contact Shelley Vaughan, compliance and prevention coordinator, with any questions, 217-786-3682.

04.29.24

Supporting Sexual Assault Survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month

As we wrap up Sexual Assault Awareness Month, let’s not forget that Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) reports an American is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds. Throughout April, we learned about consent, bystander intervention and preventing sexual harassment. This week we focused on supporting sexual assault survivors through the Games Club sponsored Denim Day, held on Wednesday, April 24.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Congratulations to Alex Dean, student support specialist, who won LLCC Student Services’ Denim Day challenge. As the winner, Alex had $50 donated to Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault (PCASA) in his honor. This brings LLCC’s Denim Day fundraising total to $180 with all proceeds going to PCASA.

While April is wrapping up, let’s continue to educate ourselves on sexual harassment, which includes sexual assault. You can learn to be #BeTheChange on the Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault website.

Additional information and resources on sexual assault is available on LLCC’s website. You may also contact Leslie Johnson, interim compliance and prevention coordinator at 217-786-2848.

04.26.24

Attend an Overview and Refresher of Reporting Obligations, Monday

Are you overwhelmed or confused about what you need to report when students disclose information to you? Do you want to learn more about how to support students who disclose that they may be experiencing discrimination and harassment, including sexual assault, domestic or dating violence and/or stalking? Come to this session for an overview of your reporting obligations and a refresher on how to support students in a trauma-informed way. Participants will also learn how to report these disclosures, and what support and resources are provided to students. Register online for this overview and refresher. Faculty participants will receive one point toward their Training and Innovation professional development total for successful completion of this workshop.

Monday, April 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in Sangamon 1103

Leslie Johnson, assistant vice president, student success
Kirsten Taylor, director, employment and benefits

04.15.24

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month- Sexual Harassment Prevention Week

A woman holding a teal ribbon for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.Sexual harassment is against the law and has no place at LLCC. Are you able to answer all of these questions?

What does sexual harassment look like?
What does sexual harassment sound like?
How would you support someone who says they were sexually harassed?
If you experienced sexual harassment on campus, where would you go to report it?

The truth is that all of us would benefit from a refresher. Join Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault, PCASA, on April 15 and 18 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn about sexual harassment.

Save the Date for next week’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month programming which focuses on Supporting Sexual Assault Survivors.

  • April 23 – Stop by the resource table in A. Lincoln Commons from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. to learn how to support sexual assault survivors.
  • April 24 – Denim Day sponsored by LLCC’s Games Club – Denim Day is an annual, National Day of Awareness that encourages participants to wear denim as a symbol of believing survivors and asserting that consent has nothing to do with your clothing. Donate a minimum of $5 to PCASA and purchase a sticker to wear denim on National Denim Day 2024. Donations will be accepted in Student Life and the Outreach Center locations.

Additional information and resources on sexual assault is available on LLCC’s website. You may also contact Leslie Johnson, Interim Compliance & Prevention Coordinator , 217-786-2848.

04.08.24

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Bystander Intervention Week

Sexual Assault Awareness MonthThis week we are focusing on bystander intervention. According to Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), “[e]veryone has a role to play in preventing sexual assault and there are many different ways you can step up to make a difference, notably through bystander intervention. An active bystander is someone who interrupts a potentially harmful situation, especially when it comes to sexual violence. They may not be directly involved but they do have the choice and opportunity to speak up and intervene.”

This Thursday and Friday, April 11 and 12, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., join Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault (PCASA) in A. Lincoln Commons to learn how you can be an active bystander.

Stay tuned for additional Sexual Assault Awareness Month programming.

  • Week of April 15 – Sexual Harassment Prevention
  • Week of April 22 – Supporting Sexual Assault Survivors

Additional information and resources on sexual assault are available on LLCC’s website. You may also email Leslie Johnson, interim compliance and prevention coordinator or call 217-786-2848.