After 16 years of survivor-driven advocacy, the End the Backlog campaign has achieved a historic milestone: all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico now have rape kit reform legislation in place. But what does this mean for survivors, and what comes next? In this post, we break down what the rape kit backlog is, why it matters, the Six Pillars of Rape Kit Reform, and how you can support this movement — because every untested kit represents a person who deserves justice. This is history. And it happened because survivors refused to be silent.

Journaling is one of the most powerful healing tools available to survivors. This guide walks you through why it works, how to start (even if you feel too overwhelmed), and how to use journaling to process shame, anger, and confusion—and move toward hope. Includes prompts, practices, and survivor-centered resources.

The first week after sexual assault is the hardest. You don't have to figure it all out right now. This comprehensive guide provides immediate crisis support, medical information, self-care strategies, and practical grounding techniques to help you survive and begin healing. From RAINN hotline resources to journaling prompts and processing guidance, we meet you where you are with compassion and real tools. You can get through this first week. You're not alone.

Many survivors of sexual assault feel like giving up. This post offers survivor-centered coping strategies, statistics for validation, and national crisis resources that can help when the pain feels too heavy.

Many sexual assault survivors struggle in traditional recovery spaces. This post explains why these models don’t always work, what survivors actually need, and where to find safe, survivor-centered support.

Survivors of sexual assault are at higher risk for suicidal thoughts, but you are not alone. This post explores why that risk exists, what warning signs to watch for, and how to find help when it feels like too much.

If you returned to work after trauma and realize you're still not okay, you're not alone. This post helps you assess your options—from taking more leave to starting fresh.

Going back to work after trauma, assault, or abuse is never eas, especially when you're still healing. This guide offers trauma-informed tips to help survivors cope, set boundaries, and make it through the workday at their own pace.

If you’ve experienced sexual assault or domestic violence, you have legal rights at work, including the right to take time off, request accommodations, and protect your job. This trauma-informed guide explains what your employer can and cannot do, how to find state-specific protections, and what steps to take if you need support during your healing journey.

If you’ve experienced sexual assault or domestic violence and need time off work to heal, you are not alone—and you have options. This trauma-informed guide walks you through how to professionally request leave, what to say in an email or meeting with your manager, and what your legal rights are. Whether you’re ready to speak openly or prefer to keep things private, this post offers real examples, scripts, and support to help you take the time you need to recover.