ZACHARIAS SEXUAL ABUSE CENTER

Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center’s mission is to mobilize the community toward ending systemic sexual violence while amplifying the voices of survivors through trauma-informed care, advocacy, and prevention education. Since 1983, ZCenter has been the only state-certified rape crisis center in Lake County, serving individuals of all ages, identities, and economic backgrounds. In 2016, ZCenter expanded into Skokie to better serve Cook County. All services are provided at no cost and are available in English, Spanish, and Korean. ZCenter’s programs are grounded in the belief that healing is possible, and that no survivor should have to face trauma alone. From young children to older adults navigating long-held trauma, ZCenter provides individualized support at every stage of the healing process.