Category: Volunteering & Activism

In Trauma and Recovery, Judith Herman writes, “Many survivors seek the resolution of their traumatic experience within the confines of their personal lives. But a significant minority, as a result of the trauma, feel called upon to engage in a wider world.” 1 I have been feeling that “call to engage in the wider world” for… Continue reading Speaking Out: The Benefits for Survivors of Sexual Assault

Being a volunteer can be a very rewarding experience and for many survivors it can also be an important part of their recovery. There are many different ways to get involved in volunteering and many questions that you may wish to consider before you do so. Why volunteer? For many survivors volunteering for an abuse/rape… Continue reading Volunteering for a Rape Support / Activist Organisation