Breaking the Silence One Story at a Time
These survivor stories will open your eyes to the pain, hurt, and devastation that domestic violence can cause.
Not only to individuals, but whole families and communities.
Read the stories of brave men and women from across the globe.
Loving Me Back to Safety: What My Husband Learned Loving a Survivor
By Iris Pendelton Love After Trauma Recently, my husband and I were invited to do a local radio interview about something deeply personal—what it means
All 50 States Have Addressed the Rape Kit Backlog—But Survivors Are Still Waiting
By Tara Woodlee Survivors Did Everything Right There was a time in this country when survivors did everything we asked of them—and the system still
Surviving the Unthinkable: Why Thier Stories Matter
*By Survivor Jamie A Night That Escalated Without Warning The evening began like any other.There was time spent together.A social setting.A sense of normal routine.
Survivors Speak: The Strength Behind the Silence
by Survivors 5 Voices of Survivors 1.I am a survivor of domestic violence. I truly believe I am still alive today because I found the
When Power Protects Itself: What Survivors See When Allegations Reach Congress.
By Tara Woodlee Introduction: A Pattern Survivors Know Too Well In recent weeks, allegations of sexual misconduct involving members of Congress have surfaced across party
Coercive Control vs. Healthy Boundaries: How to Tell the Difference
By Shannon Brown When “Concern” Isn’t Actually CareNot all abuse is obvious. Some of the most harmful forms of control don’t leave visible marks—they leave
Mother’s Day Is Not the Same for Every Mom
By Jessica Christian Understanding Domestic Violence, Motherhood, and Silent Struggles Mother’s Day often arrives wrapped in pastel colors, brunch plans, and smiling photos across social
A Mother’s Love in the Shadows: What Survival Really Looked Like
By Shannon Brown A Mother’s Day Story of Domestic Violence, Survival, and Healing Every survivor’s journey through domestic violence is different.No two stories are the
A Survivor’s Guide to Mother’s Day After Domestic Violence
By Tara Woodlee Support, Healing, and Real-Life Coping Strategies for Every Stage of Motherhood Mother’s Day after domestic violence doesn’t look the same for everyone.
When Power Protects Itself: What Survivors See When Allegations Reach Congress.
by Tara Woodlee In recent weeks, allegations of sexual misconduct involving members of Congress have surfaced across party lines. Some cases have resulted in resignations,
What My First Abusive Relationship Taught Me About Love and Healing.
By Kelly Stratton When Love Isn’t Safe: Recognizing Unhealthy Abusive Relationships My first abusive relationship began when I was 15 years old. I didn’t have the
A Mother’s Reflection: Healing, Strength, and Love
By Iris Pendelton A Mother’s Reflection: Go back and look at those baby pictures.The tiny hands.The soft smiles.The innocence in their eyes. Pause there for
The Hidden Link Between Pet Abuse and Domestic Violence
by Jessica Christian The Overlooked Connection Between Pet Abuse and Domestic Violence When we think of domestic violence, most people picture harm directed at a partner
Domestic Violence Isn’t All That I Am
By Survivor Daphne **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Descriptions and details may be too graphic for some. Names