Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Shelter Full or Closed? Where Survivors Can Still Find Help in 2026

Women’s Safety Is Not “Fascism.”Prevention Is What Laws Are Supposed to Do.

“She Knew What She Was Doing.” Why Do Adults Say This About Abused Children?

A Book and Film I Recommend: Bastard Out of Carolina by Dorothy Allison

Stop Shaming Women for Protecting Themselves

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Protecting Children

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AFFIRMATIONS

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SurvivorAffirmations.com

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RosasChildren.com

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BrighterFaith.com

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