Supporters and Loved Ones of Sexual Assault Survivors

Supporters and Loved Ones of Sexual Assault Survivors

Everyone knows a survivor, whether or not they are aware of it. Research demonstrates that at least 54% of women, 44% of men, and 47% of transgender/gender non-conforming individuals have experienced contact sexual violence in their lifetime.1,2 Survivors of sexual assault are more likely to informally disclose to a loved one than file a formal…

Empowering Children: Nurturing Boundaries Through Understanding Good Touch and Bad Touch

Empowering Children: Nurturing Boundaries Through Understanding Good Touch and Bad Touch

Understanding the concepts of good touch vs. bad touch is crucial for empowering children to establish boundaries and protect themselves from abuse. Good touch 1 refers to physical contact that feels safe, pleasant, and comfortable. Bad touch 1 is any type of touch that makes a child feel uneasy, confused, uncomfortable, or unsafe. Methods of…