We’ve faced snow, snow and then more snow this week. For most of us, it means relaxed time at home, once we’ve shoveled our walks and cleaned off our cars. It might mean reading a book, or playing games with those we live with… But the survivors we work with face a different reality when life grinds…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Over 1 in 3 women (35.6%) and 1 in 4 men (28.5%) in the US have experienced rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime. An average of 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner in the United…
Monday we will enjoy celebrating Labor Day – honoring the value of hard work and the dignity of being able to work. Unfortunately, there’s a dark side to labor: over 25 million people are working as slaves, many among industries that are integral to our commercial lifestyles. Industries like agriculture, construction, domestic work, manufacturing and…
Dear Friends, With the school year launching, many of us find new rhythms in life. Fall might mean classes, sports, or getting back to regular activities. Sometimes we get over committed and feel as though our schedules are controlling us. Being and feeling in control is a life skill – especially for those who have…
Dear Friends, Reclaiming Hope walks with women and girls, men and boys who’ve been freed from modern-day slavery. Those victims suffered unspeakable abuse, some for years, and in every respect— physically, emotionally, spiritually. We’ve learned from our conversations with these victims that our words and actions can sometimes bring to mind the memory of their…
Dear Friends, In any given month, I talk with a wide variety of folks. One common question I get is: Is there an increase in the number of trafficked victims due to the border issues? This question confirms: Most people don’t know the truth about trafficking. So, what is that truth? 97% of the people trafficking…
Happy Mother’s Day. To those with and those without children. I used to represent a global non-profit in the world of sports – where many within that movement called me “Mama Sues”. That’s because my role was one of equipping and encouraging. Perhaps that’s your role in someone’s life. That’s often the role of our…
How Would You Help? National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) is an annual observance that brings communities together and raises awareness about victims’ rights, protections, and services. This is an opportunity to honor survivors and advocate for them. It’s also about recognizing organizations (like us) that have been fighting for victims’ rights for decades, forging…
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged,.. When I hear the daily news, I feel overwhelmed. Discouraged. Wars. Famine. Physical disasters. And then I think about the trauma the women we serve have endured. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed. What can I, or you, do to change anything? We have…