Pathways for Change, Inc.

Today, we honor Juneteenth and the enduring truth that survivors’ voices are part of the legacy of freedom.

We recognize the strength, resilience, and leadership of Black survivors whose voices have challenged silence, demanded justice, and helped create pathways toward healing for generations.

Freedom is more than the absence of chains.
It is the presence of safety.
Of voice.
Of community.
Of the ability to heal.

Today and every day, we remain committed to building a future rooted in racial justice, compassion, and survivor-centered advocacy.

Black Heritage Juneteenth Festival is at 12 noon on Saturday for the 2026 More info can be found here: https://www.blackheritagejuneteenthworcester.com/

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⚽ Central Mass is coming together for FIFA watch parties and community events — and Pathways for Change wants our community to know that support is always available.

Pathways for Change Hotline: (800) 870-5905

If you or someone you know experiences sexual harassment, assault, coercion, or feels unsafe during an event, you are not alone.

Pathways for Change provides:

💙 Free and confidential support
💙 24/7 hotline advocacy
💙 Medical, legal, and emotional support
💙 Support for survivors, friends, and loved ones
💙 Services regardless of when the assault happened

Our advocates are here day and night — during major events, weekends, holidays, and every day in between.

📞 24/7 Hotline: (800) 870-5905
💻 pathwaysforchange.help

Everyone deserves to celebrate, gather, and enjoy community events safely.

⚽ Community celebration and community safety hand in hand.

Large sporting events can bring joy, connection, and excitement — but crowded spaces, alcohol, and “anything goes” attitudes can also create environments where aggressive or harmful behavior is minimized or ignored.

That’s why consent, respect, and looking out for one another matter at every watch party, bar, gathering, and public event.

Everyone deserves to enjoy community events without harassment, pressure, or fear.

Let’s make Worcester known not only for enthusiasm and pride — but for caring for one another too. 💙

Congratulations to Kim Dawkins, CEO of Pathways for Change, on being reappointed and sworn in as a member of the Governor’s Council to Address Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Human Trafficking.

Kim’s leadership, advocacy, and commitment to survivors have strengthened our community for years. We are proud to see her expertise helping shape statewide efforts to prevent violence, support survivors, and build safer communities across Massachusetts.

We are also proud to see Kim joining so many committed leaders from across Massachusetts in this important work.

Please join us in celebrating this exciting and well-deserved recognition.

💙 Congratulations, Kim!

Learn more about the Council here: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/governors-council-to-address-sexual-assault-domestic-violence-and-human-trafficking