Minnesota Finally Makes Child Grooming a Felony
For years, survivors, advocates, and child protection experts have said the same thing: grooming is not harmless behavior. It is not simply “crossing boundaries.” Nor poor judgment. It is often the first step in a deliberate process that predators use to gain access to children. Now, Minnesota has taken a major step forward. On May […]
Social Media Addiction and What Families Need to Know
As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, many conversations have focused on anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional well-being. Yet one issue continues to impact millions of children, teens, and adults every day while often hiding in plain sight: social media addiction. For years, social media platforms have marketed themselves as tools for connection, […]
Georgia Enacts New Law Criminalizing Clergy Sexual Abuse
Georgia has enacted a significant new law aimed at addressing clergy sexual abuse. This closes a longstanding gap in accountability for religious leaders who exploit positions of spiritual authority. On May 11, 2026, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 542 into law. It officially adds clergy members to the state’s list of authority figures […]
Darold Slack Child Sexual Abuse Investigation
A former foster parent in Vancouver who reportedly cared for dozens of children over more than a decade is now facing multiple serious child sexual abuse charges, raising disturbing questions about foster care oversight, child safety protections, and institutional accountability. According to the Vancouver Police Department, detectives with the Children’s Justice Center began investigating allegations of sexual abuse […]
PA Takes Action on AI Deepfake Abuse Against Children
Pennsylvania lawmakers are responding to a growing and deeply disturbing trend. This trend is the use of artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit deepfake images of children and teenagers. A newly passed bipartisan bill, House Bill 2474, would strengthen mandated reporter obligations. In addition, it would require quicker reporting of AI-generated child sexual abuse material […]
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 […]