When a person has been abused sexually, it’s so common to worry that the case won’t be strong enough. Maybe thinking they need perfect evidence, or that no one will believe them unless there’s something written down or recorded. That fear is so real, and it holds many people back from speaking up. But witness […]

Speaking up after sexual abuse is daunting, and it takes strength that most people never see. Survivors often feel scared, confused, traumatized, and have a massive fear of not being believed. And while the legal system is meant to help, it can feel cold and overwhelming when you’re already struggling to keep your footing. Legal […]

People with disabilities face a much higher risk of sexual abuse than the general population.  According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics the rate of violent victimization is almost four times greater for disabled people and only 19% of rapes or sexual assaults against people with disabilities are reported to police, compared with 36% for […]

Sexual abuse stories that make national headlines are hard to take in. Behind every case is a person who’s lived through something devastating, then had to see it discussed in public and dragged through the courts for years. But these cases have also forced real change. They’ve shown how people in power, such as coaches, […]

When you eventually hear that long-awaited verdict, it can feel final. But the reality is different because courts make mistakes, juries misinterpret instructions, and judges sometimes allow or exclude evidence in ways that can change the outcome. And that is where an appeal comes in. Appeals are not about retrying the facts or reliving testimony. […]

Settlements can feel like the end of the road in a sexual abuse case. For many survivors, though, the paperwork that comes with it raises new questions. Chief among them: the non-disclosure agreement (NDA). NDAs appear in all sorts of civil disputes, but in abuse cases, they carry a special weight. They promise privacy. They […]

The internet helps people connect, but it can also be used to cause real harm. If someone shares your private or intimate material without your consent, it can affect your mental health, relationships, work, and trust in others. If you have experienced this, you are not alone. There are legal steps you can take to […]

Sexual abuse is one of the most serious and deeply personal violations a person can experience, and it changes everything about how you think, how you sleep, how safe you feel in your own skin. Despite more and more people speaking up, plenty still carry it alone. Awareness isn’t a buzzword. It’s how we keep […]

When sex abuse happens within an institution‒a school, a care home, a workplace, a youth group, it’s not just the individual who causes harm who may be held responsible. In many cases, the institution itself plays a role by failing to act, failing to protect, or actively covering up misconduct. This is known as corporate […]

For many families, youth programs offer structure, enrichment, and community. It might be in a group in a local church, a school club, a sports team, or a summer camp. Either way, these spaces are often trusted with children’s safety and well-being. But unfortunately, not all environments live up to that trust. Abuse in youth […]