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All services are confidential and free of cost to victims.

Serving and empowering our community by providing compassionate, culturally sensitive, and comprehensive medical forensic exams for those who have experienced sexual assault, domestic/intimate partner violence, and/or sex trafficking. Albuquerque SANE serves victims of sexual assault and domestic violence by providing immediate, compassionate, culturally sensitive, and comprehensive medical treatment and forensic evaluation by nurse experts.

09/04/2026

In Observance of Labor Day,
RCC-SANE will be closed on Monday,
September 7th.
We will open for regular office hours on Tuesday,
September 8th.

However, if you or someone
You know needs help,
Our hotlines are available
24 hours a day
7 days a week
Even Holidays

RCC 24-hour hotline
(505) 266-7711
ABQ SANE services a 24-hour hotline
(505)-884-7263
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09/02/2026

What is The Red Zone?
The Red Zone is the period from fall move-in through Thanksgiving break, when college students face a heightened risk of s*xual violence.
More than 50% of college s*xual assaults are reported to occur between August and November.
Who is vulnerable?
New students rarely know how to contact campus security or where to report misconduct. They are away from home and usually lack a tight-knit, trusted group of friends to watch their back.
Party & Hookup Culture: The influx of welcome-back parties, Greek life "rush" events, and independence creates high-risk social environments.
Alcohol: Heavy drinking often peaks during these weeks, blurring boundaries and impairing judgment for students who may be drinking for the first time.
How to be safe.
Use the Buddy System: Never leave a party, bar, or event alone or with a stranger.
Control Your Drinks: Pour your own drinks, never leave them unattended, and know your personal limits.
Save Emergency Contacts: Program campus police, local transit, and trusted friends into your phone immediately.
Locate Campus Resources: Identify the physical location of the campus student health center and safety escorts during orientation.
Practice Active Bystander Intervention: If you see an aggressive or unsafe situation involving a peer, step in or alert authorities immediately.
Help is available.
Everyone deserves to feel safe as they begin this new chapter.
RCC 24-hour hotline (505) 266-7711
ABQ SANE 24-hour hotline (505)-884-7263
LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center (505) 277-2911
CNM Emergency Dispatch (505) 224-3001
-SANE

08/25/2026

Swipe to learn how SA trauma physically impacts the brain and body.

Trauma isn't just "in your head"—it reshapes how your nervous system operates to keep you safe.

🧠 THE BRAIN:• Amygdala: Your fear center stays on high alert, making peace hard to find.• Prefrontal Cortex: The logic center goes offline, making decision-making exhausting.• Hippocampus: The memory center gets disrupted, causing vivid flashbacks or missing pieces.

🌱 THE BODY:• Survival Freeze: Involuntary paralysis or numbness is a physical defense mechanism.• Stress Overload: Constant cortisol floods your system, leading to chronic fatigue.• Stored Tension: Trauma physically settles into muscles, causing aches and digestive issues.

Healing is a physical process, not just a mental one. Give your body time to unlearn the survival state. You are not broken; your body is trying to protect you. ❤️

But if you or someone
You know needs help,
Our hotlines are available
24 hours a day
7 days a week
Even Holidays

RCC 24-hour hotline
(505) 266-7711
ABQ SANE services a 24-hour hotline
(505)-884-7263

08/19/2026

Self-care is a vital tool for survival and health.

* Eat healthy food
* Take breaks when needed
* Practice saying NO

Self-care is a crucial part of healing for survivors of s*xual assault. It helps restore a sense of safety, control, and peace in your mind and body. Taking time for yourself is not selfish. It is a vital step in your journey to wellness.

However, if you or someone
You know needs help,
Our hotlines are available
24 hours a day
7 days a week
Even Holidays

RCC 24-hour hotline
(505) 266-7711
ABQ SANE services a 24-hour hotline
(505)-884-7263

08/18/2026

Our Fall Volunteer Training Class Starts Soon!
Over 20 different experts covering topics like;
Trauma-Informed Care
Toxic Masculinity
Trans 101
Missing and Murdered Indigenous People
Child Sexual Assault
Domestic Violence
De-Escalation Techniques
And much more.

Join an amazing organization with over 50 years of helping our communities!
If you or someone you know is interested in
Joining our amazing team,
Please Call (505) 459-7371 Or (505) 266-7712
Email [email protected]

However, if you or someone
You know needs help,
Our hotlines are available
24 hours a day
7 days a week
Even Holidays

RCC 24-hour hotline
(505) 266-7711

ABQ SANE services a 24-hour hotline
(505)-884-7263

08/12/2026

Prevention begins long before a crisis. It starts with teaching young people how to communicate, recognize boundaries, manage emotions, identify unhealthy behaviors, and treat one another with respect.

That's why RCC-SANE provides age-appropriate prevention education for middle and high school students throughout Central New Mexico.

Our goal is simple: give young people the knowledge and skills they need to build healthier relationships and safer communities.

📚 Want to bring RCC-SANE prevention education to your school? Contact us to learn more.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (505) 389-6021

However, if you or someone
You know needs help,
Our hotlines are available
24 hours a day
7 days a week
Even Holidays

RCC 24-hour hotline
(505) 266-7711
ABQ SANE services a 24-hour hotline
(505)-884-7263

08/10/2026

As students head back into the classroom, let's make sure they know that healthy relationships matter too.
At RCC-SANE, we believe every young person deserves respect, communication, boundaries, and trust.
This school year, let's help our kids feel supported, heard, and empowered to make healthy choices.

However, if you or someone
You know needs help,
Our hotlines are available
24 hours a day
7 days a week
Even Holidays

RCC 24-hour hotline
(505) 266-7711
ABQ SANE services a 24-hour hotline
(505)-884-7263

08/04/2026

At RCC-SANE, we believe healing begins with being heard. No matter where you are in your journey, whether you're seeking support, helping someone you care about, or working to make our community safer, you don't have to face it alone. We're here for you.
💜 Help. Hope. Healing.

07/24/2026

Our 40-hour training is presented by over 20 different experts and is certified by the NACP (National Advocate Credentialing Program).
Join an amazing organization with over 50 years of helping our communities!
If you or someone you know is interested in
Joining our amazing team,
Please Call (505) 459-7371 Or (505) 266-7712
Email [email protected]

But if you or someone you know needs help,
Please Call
(505) 266-7711
Our hotline is available 24 hours a day
7 days a week
365 days a year

07/23/2026

RCC-SANE is available to help when you're ready.
Our 24/7 hotlines are staffed by trained support staff, and we're here to listen, believe, and advocate for you!

RCC 24-hour hotline
(505) 266-7711
ABQ SANE services a 24-hour hotline
(505)-884-7263

Address

625 Silver Avenue SW
Albuquerque, NM
87102

Telephone

+15058847263

Website

http://www.abqsane.org/

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