Article from Safe+Sound Somerset staff including the low stats about false reports, and how believing survivors is important to ending sexual and domestic violence. "If our community’s initial response to someone revealing sexual violence is a concern about it being...
Topic: Advocacy
Ask Ava, Episode 158: “What if I’m afraid to tell anyone about someone sexually assaulting me?”
A short podcast episode geared towards teens and those who care about teens.
2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health by The Trevor Project
Study with statistics and information about supporting LGBTQ+ youth, who are at high risk for suicidal ideation, and higher risk for dating violence because of how others mistreat them.
“5 Things about Queer Intimate Partner Violence You Should Know”
From a young queer survivor - geared towards adults and parents/professionals/providers.
Information about Denim Day
Read about Denim Day, a campaign on a Wednesday in April in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This article explains why Denim Day exists from a particular court case in Italy in 1992.
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Intake and Family Advocacy
An article describing what to expect during the intake process at Safe+Sound and our family advocacy program.
What Happens When I Need Legal Help for Domestic or Sexual Violence?
Safe+Sound blog post about reaching out for legal help through our organization. How to contact us, what to expect when you speak with an advocate, and additional basic information about restraining orders.
Educator Tools: Human Trafficking Awareness
Website with videos and community awareness toolkit by NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking.
10 Tips to Have an Informed Conversation about Domestic Violence
Tips and basic information for talking about domestic violence with survivors and others.
“LGBTQ Survivors of Sexual Violence”
Article discussing sexual violence and its possible effects on LGBTQIA+ survivors. It also includes ways to support LGBTQIA+ survivors, including suggested phrases. From RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network/National Sexual Assault Hotline)