Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault
Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault is a community resource serving Tucsonans in need.
About Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault
The Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault, known as SACASA, is a Tucson community resource supporting individuals and families impacted by sexual assault, rape, harassment, and other forms of sexual trauma. A division of CODAC Health, Recovery & Wellness, Inc., SACASA provides crisis services, advocacy, support, therapy, and education across Southern Arizona. Its work is centered on creating a safe place where survivors can heal, gain strength, learn coping skills, and develop trusting, caring relationships.
SACASA's crisis services are available through a 24/7 crisis line, with advocates also responding in emergency rooms 365 days a year to assist survivors. The organization provides information about what to do after an assault, medical forensic exams, and sexual assault follow-up care. Its resources emphasize that survivors deserve to be heard and believed, and that responsibility for sexual violence never rests with the person who experienced it. Support is also available for friends and family members who want to respond in helpful, informed ways.
Advocacy is another central part of SACASA's services. The organization offers information about victims' rights, restraining orders, injunctions, and safety planning. Its advocates help survivors understand their options and become empowered to assert their rights. SACASA also provides therapy, including therapy groups, and offers guidance about what to expect from a first therapy appointment. Information about cancelling or rescheduling appointments and follow-up care helps make the process easier to navigate.
Through education and public resources, SACASA addresses the broad range of experiences that fall under sexual assault. Its materials discuss rape, molestation, incest, harassment, partner or marital rape, indecent exposure, stalking, exhibitionism, and voyeurism, as well as situations in which a person cannot consent because of substance use, unconsciousness, or disability. The organization states that sexual assault affects people regardless of age, ethnicity, race, gender, or economic status. Resources are available in English and Spanish, and the website also includes information about sexual violence, human trafficking, HIPAA policies, and ways friends and family can provide support.
SACASA's work is connected to an active Tucson and Southern Arizona community. The organization invites people to volunteer as crisis advocates, offers opportunities to donate, and participates in fundraising efforts such as Dine Out for Safety and raffle events. Recent community updates have highlighted support from local businesses, advocates, community leaders, and event partners, with proceeds helping provide resources and a path to healing for survivors. SACASA is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services Office of Behavioral Health Licensure and operates as part of CODAC, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
People seeking support can begin through SACASA's 24/7 crisis line, its offices, or its online resources. The organization maintains Tucson locations and provides services for survivors throughout Southern Arizona. Visitors can learn about crisis response, medical care, advocacy, therapy, support groups, and educational materials, while those interested in strengthening the work can explore volunteer and donation opportunities.