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2023 Color It Blue

2023 Color It Blue

by Crystal Emerick | Mar 6, 2023 | Uncategorized

Color It Blue Sexual violence impacts us all. In April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and...
2022 Impact Report

2022 Impact Report

by Crystal Emerick | Feb 18, 2023 | Uncategorized

2022 Impact Report Download Time and again, we hear from those we serve how meaningful it is to...
2023 Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank and Illuminate Salon

2023 Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank and Illuminate Salon

by Crystal Emerick | Jan 19, 2023 | Uncategorized

Brave Step Virtual Walk/Run presented by Uwharrie Bank April 1-8, 2023 Participate from any...
Peer Leader Training

Peer Leader Training

by Crystal Emerick | Jan 5, 2023 | Brave Step Resources, Changemaker, Uncategorized

Peer Leader Training During Brave Step’s Peer Leader training, we will explore what it means to be...
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Brave Step’s Therapist-Led Book Club

by Crystal Emerick | Jan 3, 2023 | Uncategorized

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💙 Every Day Matters 💙 Imagine if your famil 💙 Every Day Matters 💙

Imagine if your family, workplace, neighborhood, church, or friend group chose one month to make a difference.

Not by asking one person to do everything.

But by inviting many people to do one simple thing.

That's the heart of Brave Step's Every Day Matters campaign.

When a community "fills the calendar," each day is sponsored by someone who believes survivors deserve support, recovery and hope.

One month.
One community.
Thirty-one opportunities to make a difference.

Could your group be the next to fill the calendar? 

Gather your people. Choose a month. Make every day matter. To sign up https://secure.coakerbend.com:/projects/join/16fc9b35-65d8-4b71-a43a-bf799e035642

#EveryDayMatters #BraveStep #CommunityImpact #TogetherWeCan
💙 Every Day Support 💙 A simple hello can me 💙 Every Day Support 💙

A simple hello can mean more than we realize.

When we care about someone, we often express it through connection — a hug, a touch on the shoulder, a big smile or a warm greeting.

But support looks different for everyone.

For some survivors, a hug may feel comforting and welcome. For others, unexpected touch may feel uncomfortable or overwhelming. Neither response is wrong.

The most supportive thing we can do is create space for choice.

Try:
💙 Would you like a hug?
💙 It’s good to see you.
💙 I’m glad you’re here.
💙 A smile, a wave, or simply saying hello

A warm greeting doesn’t require physical touch. Care can be communicated through respect, presence and honoring someone’s boundaries.

Being a supportive person means learning that connection isn’t about what we offer; it’s about what helps someone feel safe and respected.

Small moments of awareness can make a big difference.

#Changemaker #EveryDaySupport #BraveStep #EducationIsPrevention #SupportSurvivors #TraumaInformedCare
💙 One Brave Thing 💙 Summer often means camp 💙 One Brave Thing 💙

Summer often means camps, sleepovers, babysitters, grandparents, neighbors and new caregivers.

One brave thing this weekend could be having a conversation before your child walks out the door.

Remind them:
💙 Their body belongs to them.
💙 They can always tell you if something doesn't feel right.
💙 They never have to keep secrets about touch or safety.
💙 You'll listen, believe them and help, no matter what.

These conversations don't have to be scary.

They can be simple, calm and ongoing.

Because one conversation today can help build confidence, trust and safety tomorrow.

#OneBraveThing #EveryDaySupport #BraveStep #ChildSafety #TrustedAdults #EducationIsPrevention
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