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Welcome to Brave Step
Brave Step empowers individuals who have been impacted by sexual abuse. To shape a strong, supportive community, we:
- Provide personalized services that help adults impacted by sexual abuse reclaim the life they deserve;
- Foster brave public conversations about sexual abuse; and
- Cultivate courageous changemakers.
Our Vision
To inspire and empower adults to take action within their lives and to shape a strong, supportive community for current and future generations.
The Brave Step Approach
Brave Step equips adult survivors, loved ones and the community with the skills and understanding to shape a strong, supportive community.
Latest In The News
As a survivor-led organization, our secret to success is understanding firsthand what it’s like and creating a place, both online and in person, where individuals are safe, understood and supported.
Brave Step Welcomes Two New Board Members
Brave Step Announces Two New Board Members Please join us in welcoming Dr. Erin DiCesare and Courtney Lawrence to Brave Step's board of directors. Dr. Erin DiCesare, Johnson C. Smith University Courtney Lawrence, MSW, LCSW Mecklenburg County Community Support...
A “Virtual” Cup of Courage
A time of courage and connection for women. Come and bravely discuss the impact sexual abuse and assault has in our lives as survivors, loved ones, community advocates and those simply wanting to learn more.
Shop for Good July 12-19
SHARE Charlotte's Shop for GOOD week provides a safe and easy way for the community to buy items that help Brave Step fulfill its mission.Many of the items requested on Brave Step's Wish List offer comfort, an outlet from the pain, and serve as a reminder that...