Don’t ever think that any of us are too small or weak or unknown to create meaningful societal change. We can start in our own daily lives.

Instead of focusing on mourning, we could celebrate surviving another year. This could look like having cake with candles…

Understanding how predators are created does not excuse their actions, but it does provide insight into prevention.

It’s natural to believe “my child would never do that.” But ignoring the possibility is dangerous. Every predator was is someone’s child.

Whether you are a survivor or an ally, working together to create safe, informed, and compassionate communities can transform survivorship from a fight for survival into a journey of empowerment and hope.

When we were met with compassion and understanding, our healing felt possible. When we weren’t believed, the hurt was devastating, creating shadows of shame and isolation we had to work hard to shake. But let’s remind ourselves: other people’s reactions do not define the truth of our experiences.

Explore how trauma caused sexual assault or abuse can affect work life. In this week's GOTU blog post we dive into how support, self-care, and community help survivors improve wellness, reclaim confidence, and thrive. None of us is alone in this battle. And getting better while working is possible, one step at a time.

Being able to function, practice self care, and sustain puts us ‘back on our feet’. And, it can help set the foundation for us to eventually become well enough to successfully engage in society.

Enforcing requirements for consent consistently delivers the message that people aren’t entitled to us or our possessions. It also reinforces that we are prioritizing  our own feelings, wants and needs over theirs. This messaging lets other people know that we understand our value.

The most important thing a sexual assault survivor supporter can do is to know how to be present without judgment or expectation. Here’s how you can do it.

Getting and remaining on the path of wellness requires us to wake up everyday, be true to our wants and needs, and acknowledge all of our feelings. We can do it. We can survive this.

We own our stories. Despite there having been disruption by criminals who chose to violate us, we own our stories. We determine who we are in this and future moments. We are in control of our lives.

Working after sexual assault is challenging, and for many, taking extended time off isn’t an option. However, we can reclaim our power and prioritize both our well-being and livelihoods.

Ending sexual violence starts with dismantling the barriers that sustain it. Change begins at home, ripples through communities, and can transform the world. You have the power to make a difference.

It’s easy to think of yourself as a safe space, but you may be unintentionally causing harm. In this post, we’ll explore how to better support others and be more trustworthy.

In a world where the shadow of sexual violence looms, maintaining safety from predators is not just crucial—it's a vital part of a healthy survivorship journey.

No more hiding! We, as sexual assault and abuse survivors, have a right to live out loud…publicly…without shame…trauma in hand…visible in our survivorship journeys.

Society has brainwashed us to believe that we have to be “nice” in order to be safe from (sexual) violence. It’s time for a change.