Black femicide

Wherever there is harm—whether domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking, or racism—there is often the same pattern: minimization, denial, and reverse blaming. Survivors are shamed for naming the truth, while those …

 A woman named Poinsettia Grant-Parks was preparing to move in with her sister—just two days away from escaping a stalker and abusive ex-boyfriend. She worked as a security guard. She …

Our continued thoughts and condolences to the family and loved ones of Nia Wilson. May she rest in peace and power.  When women say “Text me when you get home,” …

The objectification of Black people doesn’t stay on screen.It follows us into courtrooms, hospitals, shelters, and survivor services—places where safety should be the priority, not perception. Too often, when a …

The Tech Transparency Project reports that Google removed 58 nonprofit organizations from a public list of those receiving “most substantial contributions” from its US Government Affairs and Public Policy team. …

⚖️ “But His Parents Divorced…” As an advocate for victims of violence, abuse, and rape; I’ve sat in enough courtrooms to know this:When a white defendant stands accused, mainstream America …

I don’t know if you saw this, but while overall violent crime is reportedly on the decline, domestic violence in the U.S. has actually risen by about 3% in major …

(And How to Come Home to Yourself) Self-abandonment isn’t always loud. It often slips in quietly, disguised as being “easygoing,” “low maintenance,” or “strong.” For Survivors, self-abandonment can become a …

A Survivor-centered truth from an advocate who has witnessed too much silence Let’s tell the truth—because lives depend on it. I’ve worked with Survivors for over 30 years. Women from …

The surveillance cameras that he posted in the home helped to convict him of her murder. They now serve as a teacher to the rest of us.Olivia Jones’s story reminds …