Guidance when planning for the future. Safety plans are designed to provide a survivor with a concise resource for how to remain safe in a variety of ways. This is in no way a guarantee of safety but a precaution to help prevent future incidents and to offer the survivor peace of mind. [...]
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is violence or aggression that occurs in a close relationship. The term “intimate partner” includes current and former spouses and dating partners. IPV can vary in frequency and severity and occurs on a continuum, ranging from one episode that might or might not have a lasting impact, to chronic and severe [...]
Sexual violence is sexual activity when consent is not obtained or freely given. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it is a serious public health issue in the U.S. that impacts survivors' lifelong health, opportunity, and well-being. Sexual violence is a widespread crime suffered worldwide by individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, [...]
Hope. Healing. Empowerment. Trauma is the emotional response when an injury overwhelms us. The injury could be physical, sexual or emotional. Some of the most common traumatic events include: Physical assault Sexual assault, including childhood sexual abuse Verbal assault Being threatened with physical or sexual assault Witnessing violence against others Long-term neglect in childhood [...]
