Boden is executive director of the Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault. What are the biggest issues MCASA is working on?
We are working to end sexual violence in the state of Maryland. Our activities fall under four key pillars: We work on public policy issues and lobbying in Annapolis when the General Assembly is in session. We’re trying to identify laws that will be supportive for survivors’ rights and to hold offenders accountable. We have a program called the Sexual Assault Legal Institute that provides comprehensive legal services to survivors of sexual assault free of charge. MCASA oversees educational and outreach initiatives and also provides technical assistance to professionals working in the field. Importantly, we also provide referrals to the 17 rape crisis centers around the state. They provide direct services to survivors. They cover all jurisdictions.
