Mental Health Awareness Month: The Lasting Impact of Childhood Sexual Abuse and the Importance of Healthy Coping
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to recognize the importance of emotional well-being and to have honest conversations about trauma, healing, and support. For survivors of child abuse and sexual abuse, mental health is not a separate issue from the abuse they experienced it is often deeply intertwined with it. The emotional and psychological […]
“Abuse Academy” Exposed: Inside Online Networks Teaching Men Abuse Tactics
A Global Investigation Reveals a Hidden World of Abuse A recent investigation by CNN exposed something deeply disturbing: a vast online ecosystem where sexual violence is not only normalized but taught. In this reporting, journalists uncovered online forums, chat groups, and platforms where users: This is what many are now calling an “online rape academy.” And while […]
April is Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Prevention Month
April holds deep meaning for survivors, advocates, and communities across the country. It is both Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time when we collectively pause to acknowledge the realities of harm while recommitting ourselves to prevention, education, and survivor support. In 2026, the themes across both movements continue to center on community responsibility, […]
It’s On Us. A Collective Commitment to Safer Campuses
Across the country, colleges and universities are grappling with how to better prevent sexual violence, support survivors, and build campus cultures rooted in respect and accountability. In Pennsylvania, the It’s On Us PA grant program is doing exactly that providing critical funding and support to institutions committed to making real, measurable change. At its core, It’s On Us is […]
Self-Injury Awareness Month
Understanding the Pain Behind the Behavior A Survivor’s Perspective March is Self-Injury Awareness Month, and for many survivors of sexual abuse, this topic is not abstract; it is deeply personal. I know that because it was part of my story. In Blackout Girl, I wrote openly about how self-harm became a coping mechanism for me as a […]
Are You Being Secretly Recorded by Smart Glasses?
Smart glasses are one of the newest wearable technologies entering everyday life. These devices, designed to look like ordinary eyeglasses, can capture video, photos, and audio from the wearer’s point of view. While tech companies promote smart glasses as innovative tools for communication and social media, they also raise serious concerns about privacy, consent, and surveillance. […]
Honoring Women’s History Month by Confronting Sexual Violence
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and leadership of women throughout history. But it is also an important moment to reflect on the challenges that women and girls continue to face, including the persistent and devastating reality of sexual violence. This year’s theme, Leading the Change, honors the bravery and commitment […]
The Diocese of El Paso Bankruptcy Filing
Earlier this month, the Catholic Diocese of El Paso filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after facing multiple civil lawsuits alleging clergy sexual abuse. The lawsuits involve 18 claimants across 12 cases alleging abuse of minors between 1956 and 1982 in southern New Mexico. Church officials said the bankruptcy filing was necessary because the potential financial judgments from these cases could […]
What if Sexual Abuse Happened Years Ago?
On This Page Can You Report Sexual Abuse Years Later? Why Survivors Often Report Sexual Abuse Years After It Happens What Laws Apply To Reporting Sexual Abuse That Happened Years Ago? How Long Is the Deadline To Take Legal Action? Will You Still Be Eligible for Compensation? How To Report Sexual Abuse From Years Ago […]
NO MORE Week
Why Advocacy, Awareness, and Action Matter for Survivors of Sexual Violence Every year, NO MORE Week brings individuals, communities, and organizations together around one simple but powerful message: we must do more to end domestic and sexual violence. From March 1–8, people across the world participate in events, education, fundraising, and awareness efforts designed to amplify […]