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How to Support a Survivor of Sexual Violence | Brave Step

How to Support a Survivor of Sexual Violence | Brave Step

by Crystal Emerick | Oct 27, 2025 | Family & Friends, Loved Ones, Uncategorized

What to Know as an Ally or Friend of a Survivor You don’t have to have the right words, just the...
What Parents Should Know About Child Sexual Abuse | Brave Step

What Parents Should Know About Child Sexual Abuse | Brave Step

by Crystal Emerick | Oct 27, 2025 | Loved Ones, Parents & Caregivers, Uncategorized

What Parents and Caregivers Should Know About Sexual Violence You don’t have to be an expert to...
Learn what lurks in the digital dark

Learn what lurks in the digital dark

by Crystal Emerick | Jun 18, 2025 | Community, Good to Know

Shining Light in the Digital Dark In our ever-demanding digital world, threats often hide in the...
New Video for Those Who Support a Survivor

New Video for Those Who Support a Survivor

by Crystal Emerick | Jun 18, 2025 | Brave Step Resources, Loved Ones, Uncategorized

Empowering Wellbeing Through Connection Explore our new Loved Ones video When someone experiences...
Breaking the Cycle

Breaking the Cycle

by Crystal Emerick | Jun 17, 2025 | Changemaker, Good to Know, Individual, Loved Ones, Useful Information

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Reclaiming Intimacy

by Crystal Emerick | Jun 16, 2025 | Changemaker, Good to Know, Individual, Loved Ones, Useful Information

Reclaiming Intimacy: Navigating Sexuality After Trauma Participants will learn about the impact of...
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💜 Behind the Brave | It Starts With Us This qu 💜 Behind the Brave | It Starts With Us

This quote captures the heartbeat of Brave Step and the truth that recovery doesn’t happen alone. It happens through a community willing to show up, speak up and stand beside those impacted by sexual violence.

We’re reminded that every act of compassion, every dollar given, every voice raised helps restore safety, dignity and hope.

Recovery starts with courage.
Change starts with community.
And this season, it starts with us. 💙

#BehindTheBrave #ItStartsWithUs #BraveStep #CommunityOfCourage #Q4Giving #HealingTogether #OneBraveThing
Voices of Change | Dr. Gene Edwards Today, we hon Voices of Change | Dr. Gene Edwards

Today, we honor Dr. Gene Edwards, who has faithfully served on Brave Step’s Advisory Board since 2020, including the past year as Chair. Gene’s leadership has been unwavering, steady, compassionate and grounded in a deep belief that survivors and loved ones deserve enduring support.

During his tenure, he helped guide Brave Step through growth, transitions and bold new initiatives, always bringing curiosity, clarity and a calm, thoughtful voice. His commitment to learning, listening and championing trauma-informed change has made Brave Step stronger and more resilient.

We are profoundly grateful for his years of service and his lasting impact on our mission.

Thank you, Gene, for being a true Voice of Change.
As news around the Epstein files continues to buil As news around the Epstein files continues to build, we want to take a moment to speak directly to survivors and allies in our community.

For Survivors:
You have a choice in how much you engage with this coverage or if you engage at all. You are not obligated to read, watch or follow any updates. Now is a good time to make a plan for how you want to care for yourself in the days ahead: set boundaries, lean on your support system and prioritize what feels safe for you. Your wellbeing comes first.

For Allies:
Your attentiveness matters. The language used online and in conversations can impact those around you more than you know. Approach this moment with sensitivity - avoid speculation, practice empathy and create space for those who may be hurting or retraumatized by the news cycle. Small acts of care can make a big difference.

Brave Step is here for survivors, loved ones and our community as we navigate this together. You are not alone.
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