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Brave Step Founder Awarded The Charlotte Ledger 40 Over 40 Award

Brave Step Founder Awarded The Charlotte Ledger 40 Over 40 Award

by Crystal Emerick | Jul 2, 2020 | Uncategorized

We couldn’t be prouder of our very own Crystal Emerick! The Charlotte Ledger named Crystal one of...
Brave Step partners with Airing Out the “Dirty” Laundry artist Andrea Downs

Brave Step partners with Airing Out the “Dirty” Laundry artist Andrea Downs

by Crystal Emerick | Jun 19, 2020 | Uncategorized

Laundry Day July 19, 2020 | Virtual Register Today We all have a story to tell. On Sunday, July 19...
Virtual Opportunities for April 2020

Virtual Opportunities for April 2020

by Crystal Emerick | Mar 28, 2020 | Uncategorized

April Activities To continue its mission of empowering adults impacted by sexual violence, Brave...
BRAVING THE CORONAVIRUS

BRAVING THE CORONAVIRUS

by Crystal Emerick | Mar 25, 2020 | Uncategorized

Braving the Coronavirus Dear Brave Steppers, Hope this note finds you well, both physically and...
Shedding the Darkness

Shedding the Darkness

by Crystal Emerick | Mar 24, 2020 | Uncategorized

Shedding the Darkness I was first molested by my uncle, whom I adored, when I was 12 yrs old. As...
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National Hugging Day 🤍 Hugs can be comforting, National Hugging Day 🤍 Hugs can be comforting, but they should always be a choice. Today is a good reminder that consent matters for everyone, not just survivors. Not all bodies feel safe with hugs, and that’s okay. Care and connection don’t have to look one way. Sometimes support sounds like: - “Would a hug feel okay right now?” - Sitting quietly together - A kind message or check-in - Respecting someone’s space - Simply listening When we honor boundaries, we create safer, more trusting relationships, ones where affection is offered, not assumed. Let’s normalize asking. Let’s normalize alternatives. Let’s normalize care that feels safe. #Nationalhuggingday #Consentisimportant #askfirst #boundarysetting #respect
Voices of Change Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. remin Voices of Change Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that change begins with courage. The courage to speak truth, to challenge injustice and to love boldly in the face of harm. His voice called on us to protect the dignity of every human being and to build systems rooted in justice, compassion and accountability. Decades later, his words continue to guide those who refuse to stay silent in the face of injustice and who believe that collective courage can reshape the future. Today, we honor Dr. King’s legacy by recommitting ourselves to the work of justice, recovery and hope, knowing that every voice raised with integrity moves us closer to the world he envisioned. May we continue to be voices of courage. May we continue to be Voices of Change.
Sometimes courage is simply staying present. If s Sometimes courage is simply staying present. If someone trusts you with their story, listen. Believe. Thank them for sharing. For support or resources, visit www.BraveStep.org/Programs or www.BraveStep.org/Changemaker.
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