Secret Story of Beatriz
Susheela Varky conducted a training class on Working with Immigrant Survivors this week. Here is the story of her work with a client. Claudia and I sat down with Beatriz… read more “Secret Story of Beatriz”
Tag: sexual assault
Serving Victims, Building Trust, Restoring Hope
National Crime Victims’ Rights Week – April 10-16, 2016 On behalf of the 65 member Sexual and Domestic Violence Advocacy agencies who are at the center of the Action Alliance,… read more “Serving Victims, Building Trust, Restoring Hope ”
Why Believe?
Have you ever witnessed something so fantastic that you could not accurately describe it to friends or family? Have you thought, “They would not believe this?” Yet, you tell your… read more “Why Believe?”
Start By Believing
Every two minutes, another American is sexually assaulted, 80% of whom are under the age of 30. Knowing how to respond is critical—a negative response can worsen the trauma and… read more “Start By Believing”
An Intention Toward Wellness, Self-care, and Community in the Workplace
“What could be wrong with giving myself my full attention for 15 minutes? Turns out, nothing. The very act of not working has made it possible for the hum to … read more “An Intention Toward Wellness, Self-care, and Community in the Workplace”
Perspectives of Mothers of the Movement: Alice Twining
“What will matter is the good we did, not the good we expected others to do.” -(Elizabeth Lesser) What does “A Mother of the Movement” mean to me? – … read more “Perspectives of Mothers of the Movement: Alice Twining”
Let’s Talk About Sex(ual) Coercion
“He said we’d be so much happier if we had a baby…” “I thought we were using a condom but he took it off without telling me…” If you heard… read more “Let’s Talk About Sex(ual) Coercion”
Helping Fund a Healthy Future
Building healthy futures for our youth is one of the most important directives of families, communities and countries. Sexual and domestic violence, child abuse, stalking and dating violence are all… read more “Helping Fund a Healthy Future”
Why Mandatory Testing of PERKs Matter
The inventory didn’t just uncover untested PERKs. It showed that our criminal justice system continues to fail—more often than not-- when it comes to sexual violence!
Community Activism – The synergy of individuals, local centers, and state coalitions.
This past year I have been reading stories of activism communities all over the world about interpersonal violence, rape, stalking and trafficking. The stories have similarities in the focus… read more “Community Activism – The synergy of individuals, local centers, and state coalitions. ”