8 ways you can prevent sexual assault/8 maneras de prevenir el asalto sexual

Sometimes preventing sexual assault feels impossible, like an issue too broad to address with a single person’s actions. There is a lot that you can do as in individual, as a parent, as a business owner, or as a member of our community, to prevent sexual assault.

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Joy in the midst of trauma

The children who enter the SafePlace shelter have lived much of their lives as witness to, and possibly target of, abuse. “It is my job to create a place of joy for these kids, and to try and see the world through their eyes,” says Jennie T., children’s program specialist.

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5 things to say to a survivor of intimate violence

1) I’m afraid for your safety
2) I’m afraid for the safety of your children/family
3) You don’t deserve to be controlled or abused
4) This is not your fault
5) There are places to call for help

If you need more information about intimate violence, or what to say to someone in this situation, SafePlace is available 24-hours a day. Call us at 360-754-6300 (voice), 360-943-6703 (TTY) or email: help@safeplaceolympia.org.