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What is Shattering The Stigma? Anti-sexual violence activism tends to center white, straight, cis, able-bodied women. The reality of this issue extends to everyone regardless of race, gender, ability, class, sexuality, or profession. Sexual assault affects not only white women, but men, people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ people, and sex workers. We need…
Tonic Immobility Experiencing assault is a traumatic event that can initiate intense reactions in the body beyond a person’s control. These reactions are commonly known as the fight, flight, freeze, or fawn response, and understanding these responses is crucial for survivors and those who support them. The body’s reaction to trauma is natural and no…
Elder abuse is an intentional or negligent act by a caregiver or another person that causes harm or serious risk of harm to an older adult, typically aged 60 or older. It manifests in various forms, including physical abuse, emotional or psychological abuse, financial exploitation, neglect, and sexual abuse. The intersection of age with disability,…
The experiences of women are deeply influenced by a historical and ongoing struggle for bodily autonomy and respect. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly one in three women worldwide (approximately 30%) have endured physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner or non-partner at some point in their lives.1,2 Violence against women, particularly…
Hear from Jon Vaughn, a former football player for the University of Michigan and the National Football League (NFL). In this episode, Jon and PAVE Founder, Angela Rose, discuss his story, his advocacy, and the impact that trauma can have on various aspects of a survivor’s life. Learn More About The Guest Jon Vaughn Jonathan…
Hear from Dr. Thema Bryant, a renowned psychologist and the former President of the American Psychological Association. In this episode, Dr. Thema Bryant and PAVE Founder, Angela Rose, discuss different tools for healing and overcoming triggers. Learn More About The Guest Dr. Thema Bryant “Dr. Thema Bryant, a renowned psychologist, author, professor, sacred artist, and…
Far too often, issues of sexual, domestic, and intimate partner violence are portrayed as solely a woman’s problem. In reality, people of all genders experience violence, and all of them deserve to be believed when they disclose and receive equal access to resources. However, many resources are still solely centered around women and children, leaving…
Sexual violence is an umbrella term for any kind of non-consensual sexual contact, behavior, or aggression. While often used interchangeably with the term sexual assault, sexual violence is a term that covers all sexually aggressive acts, including but expanding upon acts of sexual assault. Sexual Violence is First and Foremost Violence A more accurate term…
Experiencing assault is a traumatic event that can trigger intense and instinctive reactions in the body. These reactions are commonly known as the fight or flight response. However, there are two more reactions that often get overlooked, known as “freeze” and “fawn.” Understanding these responses is crucial for survivors and those who support them, as…
Peer pressure is a feeling that one must do the same things as other people of one’s age and social group in order to be liked or respected by them. The influence of peers can be direct, such as being coerced into doing something, or indirect, such as hearing the way peers talk about a…
Every survivor is different, and for some survivors, Halloween may just be another holiday. For others, it may be emotionally activating for a number of reasons. Why might Halloween be difficult for survivors of sexual and domestic violence? Some of the imagery or norms associated with Halloween can be difficult for survivors to manage. It’s…
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