On Friday, April 4th, Take Back the Night will be returning to Bowling Green State University in the Jerome Library’s Pallister Conference Room. Doors open at 5:45p with a welcome program beginning at 6:15p.

Take Back the Night is an active empowerment and demonstration event for individuals who have experienced intimate partner violence and sexual violence, including sexual assault, sexual abuse, trafficking, stalking, gender harassment, and relationship violence.. In addition to local efforts, Take Back the Night is recognized annually across the country. This event is held to provide a safe, supportive, and uplifting space for individuals to speak out about the violence in their lives, mourn those who have lost their lives due to violence, advocate for those living with violence, and be in community.

• 5:45p Doors Open
• 6:15-7:00p Welcome Program 
  • Featured speakers Dr. Sandra Earle (BGSU University Advocate) and Rebecca Facey (City of Toledo Prosecutor)
  • Performance by BGSU's Elem3nt Dance Team
• 7:15-8:15p March (Golf carts available)
• 8:30-9:30p Survivor Speak-Out 
• 9:30-10:00p Closing Program 
  • Performance by BGSU student and saxophonist Mary Borus

Thank you to our sponsors: BGSU University Libraries, BGSU Division of Inclusion and Belonging, BGSU Office of Title IX, AAUW-BG Branch, BG Rotary, Kendra Bills-In Bloom Flower & Gifts, and Costco. 

To individuals with disabilities, please indicate if you need additional services, assistance, or modifications to fully participate in this event either by contacting the CWGE or Accessibility Services at access@bgsu.edu or 419-372-8495. Please notify Accessibility Services prior to the event.

If you have any questions or need assistance with parking, please contact the Center for Women and Gender Equity (CWGE) office at cwge@bgsu.edu. 

CONTENT WARNING: This event will share the stories of those who have been impacted by violence. Please be aware of your own well-being and take time to process.