Finding "The New Normal": A Conversation with Author Tammi
Healing is often talked about as a destination, something to arrive at after trauma. But for author, advocate, and survivor Tammi, healing is something much more personal: an ongoing journey of resilience, self-compassion, and community. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Tammi to discuss her memoir, The New Normal, and the experiences that inspired it. Throughout our conversation, one message remained at the heart of everything she shared: healing is possible,
There Is No Pride Without Safety
In the United States, Pride Month was officially first recognized in 1999 by former President Bill Clinton. Originally, the month was established to commemorate revolutionary moments in LGBTQ+ history, including the Stonewall uprising in 1969 and activist movements such as Take Back the Night. Over time, Pride Month has become widely recognized as a celebration of visibility, identity, and community. Today, Pride is often associated with colorful events, community gatherings,
Sexual Assault Awareness Doesn’t Stop in April: A Reading List for Healing, Learning, and Escapism
Sexual Assault Awareness Month can bring up a lot of emotions: Grief, anger, reflection, or even a quiet realization that something needs to shift. For some, it creates language where there weren’t any before. For others, it can mark the beginning of healing, deeper self-understanding, or a stronger connection to community. On April 25th, we gathered for Walk In Their Shoes—a day centered on support, visibility, and standing together against sexual violence. Through shared
What Happens After?
Movies and TV Shows That Explore Trauma, PTSD, Grief, and Healing When trauma is portrayed in film and television, the focus is often on the event itself. But for many survivors, the more difficult journey begins afterward. PTSD Awareness Month is an opportunity to recognize that healing isn't linear, and trauma doesn't disappear once the immediate crisis has passed. The stories below explore grief, resilience, identity, and recovery in different ways. While not every chara
LOOKING BACK, MOVING FORWARD: How Decades of Advocacy and Protests Led to Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Since 2001, April has been nationally and internationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Since 2019, The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors has hosted an annual walk to garner support and raise awareness for both survivors and the services they offer. The Center exists because of its survivors, supporters, and history. While the "Walk in Their Shoes (WITS)" event may be seen as a single occasion to come together to raise awareness and support survivors, the c
