We’re sharing this reflection by Ali W. Rothrock during Sexual Assault Awareness Month because it puts words to something many people experience but don’t always have language for. It speaks to how trauma isn’t just about what happened, but how it lives on in the body and mind over time—and how healing begins in small, meaningful ways. I hope you will take a few moments to read it.
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Haven FYI – Friday April 10, 2026
Preventing sexual violence isn’t only about intervening in dangerous situations—it also involves adults responding thoughtfully to everyday behaviors and avoiding messages that excuse disrespectful actions. When we challenge harmful excuses early, it helps create an environment where respect and consent are the norm, reducing the conditions that allow sexual violence to occur. We can all make a difference!
Haven FYI – Friday April 3, 2026
Every April, communities across the country recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about sexual violence and promoting prevention. While it is important to support survivors, it is equally important to focus on how we can prevent harm before it happens. One powerful prevention strategy is bystander intervention, which encourages people to safely step in when they witness behavior that could lead to harassment or assault.
Haven FYI – Friday March 27, 2026
Next month is sexual assault awareness month – let’s “keep telling people” – the only way to end sexual assault is to bring it out of the shadows and stop pretending we don’t know what’s going on.
