Posts Tagged ‘Violence’
Here’s What Nobody Tells You About Being Sexually Assaulted
“It happened to me, but I am not alone.” These survivors have different experiences with sexual assault – and they’ve all had people say horrible things to them afterwards. This is a powerful example of survivors standing together in their truth.
Read MoreWhy I Stayed With An Abusive Partner – And How Emotional Abuse Gave Me PTSD
Myths about intimate partner violence include thinking survivors should “just leave,” and doubting whether emotional abuse is “enough” to give someone PTSD. This author’s story puts those myths to rest.
Read MoreThis Stirring Testimony Shows Why We Must Abolish the Death Penalty
“I was told that I could never go to college because I was black.” What’s the opposite of poverty? Human rights lawyer Bryan Stevenson says it’s not wealth – here’s how addressing poverty relates to criminal justice and the death penalty.
Read MoreA Reclamation of My Rights as an (Un)documented Person
“I have a right to a home.” These are important rights that every human being deserves – and this author’s reclaiming them for their immigrant community and every (un)documented person.
Read MoreCelebrities Read Awful Reactions to Male Survivors in This Powerful PSA
“That doesn’t happen to guys.” You may recognize some of the people in this Joyful Heart PSA – and sadly, the myths they’re repeating about male sexual abuse survivors may be familiar, too. Pass on the message to say #NoMore shame and stigma.
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