Silence allows for the false beliefs about sexual violence to persist. It also leaves the door open for people to be victimized and not receive the proper care or support. It’s time we move away from silence.
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The initial thought, as a parent, is that children will disclose when they have been harmed. Unfortunately, this is not true. Children (not matter their age) will only disclose when they feel safe to do so. Here’s how you can help.
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You are the first line of defense in protecting your children - physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially - from sexual abuse. This means educating yourself to reduce risks and creating an environment where they feel safe to speak up if something goes wrong.
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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.
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Society’s mindset about sexual assault enables the increased frequency of victimization to grow while preventing perpetrators from facing justice.
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The 2024 GOTU Crucial Point Award Recipients are great people who are being recognized for their outstanding grassroots efforts in advancing the fight against sexual assault and abuse.
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There currently isn’t much, if any, information about what a victimized person can do to get help. So, the GOTU team compiled a sequential list of steps you can help a newly victimized person take to better ensure post-rape care.
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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.
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