Thank you very much for submitting your story. We believe that stories have the power to inspire and encourage, so thanks for taking the time to share your unique story here.  It may take us a week - or even longer - to publish your story, so please be patient with us.

Our goal is to create a safe place and space for women and girls to share their own experiences, and to read about those of others.  We have also welcomed and published the stories of some boys and men who chose to tell their experiences of overcoming fear and adversity.

While it is our intention to publish all stories that are submitted, on very rare occasions we do not post a story. Typically these are stories where: (1) publication may increase the risk of harm to the storyteller; (2) the storyteller is advocating violence, hatred, or self-harm; or (3) the story is a sales pitch, or is requesting funds or financial support of some kind.

We appreciate your courage in sharing your path to empowerment and in encouraging others on their path.

Gratefully,
The SayItForward.org Team