I’m sorry, I’m so sorry, that I didn’t believe her. I sat back and I watched her wonderful spark fade. […]
Domestic Violence / Intimate Partner Violence

Don’t let your horrible past keep you from an amazing future!
It all happened a little over a year ago.. that’s when I met him. A smooth, well spoken, motorcycle riding […]

From Survivor to Thriving Conqueror
I am the managing director at BTSADV, a dv educator in my community, a growing speaker, an empowerment blogger via […]

The story of a 14 year old sexual abuse survivor
Trigger warning: Before reading this post, please be aware that it includes references to childhood rape and other forms of […]

Andrea’s journey to self love
Trigger warning: Before reading this post, please be aware that it includes references to child abuse, sexual assault, violence and […]

“My heart is full”
VIDEO: Joanne Rama tells her courageous story of overcoming racism and family violence while celebrating her role as a midwife.

Another Chance
Another Chance I have no idea how to feel because I had loved him so much. César was my first […]

I’m only stronger
Wednesday night of November 1, 2017 I was beaten half to death by my ex boyfriend. He kicked me, punched […]