Providing Support, Hope, and Healing for Survivors of Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence during COVID-19

Did you know that 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys are survivors of sexual trauma? April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and due to physical distancing, many survivors are experiencing current dangers as well as severe anxiety, depression and other emotional aftermaths from past trauma. This moment of isolation to mitigate the spread of the virus has significant consequences including many domestic abuse and childhood sexual abuse survivors being trapped with the abusers. Therefore, we are asking for a little help from YOU during this critical time. 

WHEN:  Launching April 23rd, 2020 at 12pm PST.

WHO:  Promoting Awareness, Victim Empowerment (PAVE) is launching the #AloneButNotAlone Campaign in partnership with the National Organization for Victim Assistance, Awareness Into Action, Voices In Action and Hope, Healing and Transformation, along with celebrity talent, influencers, and individuals around the globe.

WHERE: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, etc 

WHAT: We are asking all participants to post their own personal contribution of the below various sample options to their social media of choosing in their own words. Additionally, we are encouraging everyone to go live on Instagram to discuss their personal experiences with each other and share messages of hope with their audience. This will seriously amplify the positive impact.

WHY: You have the power to send a message of hope and support to survivors of sexual assault worldwide by participating in the #AloneButNotAlone campaign. You can help by posting a message of hope to survivors on your social media to prevent survivors from feeling alone during this quarantine and possibly seek help if needed.

**MUST INCLUDE THE HASHTAGS: #AloneButNotAlone #SAAM #SAAM20 #ShatteringTheSilence

MUST INCLUDE: To find support, visit PAVE and friends at AloneButNotAlone.org

MUST TAG: @PAVEinfo 

Option 1: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and my message to survivors worldwide is that you are not alone. You are supported, you are loved, and you are heard. During this time of physical distancing, I want you to know that we are all in this together. To find support, visit PAVE and friends  at AloneButNotAlone.org. I'm grateful to these 5 special people (TAG 5 Friends) in my life who make me feel like I'm not alone.

Tag 5 Friends in your life who make you feel like you're not alone. Please repost this message on your socials and tag #AloneButNotAlone @PAVEinfo 

Option 2: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and as a survivor, I know that sexual assault can create deep feelings of ____ (choose your own word: shame, anxiety). Due to physical distancing, these emotions can be compounded. I want all survivors to know that you are not alone. You matter. Your journey matters. And no matter what you have been through, it is not your fault! To find support, visit PAVE & friends at AloneButNotAlone.org. I'm grateful to these 5 special people (TAG 5 Friends) in my life who make me feel like I'm not alone.

Tag 5 Friends in your life who make you feel like you're not alone. Please repost this message on your socials and tag #AloneButNotAlone @PAVEinfo 

Option 3: Looking for a way to engage your teenager in a positive way during this time of social isolation? April 27 kicks off the Teen Survivors Week of Action, an interactive social media campaign for teens and parents about consent, healthy relationships, and online safety during quarantine. Visit: TeenSurvivors.org #AloneButNotAlone @PAVEinfo #ShatteringTheSilence #SAAM #SAAM20 

Although we are all isolated at this time, we are never alone. We hope you can join us for this dynamic virtual campaign in support of domestic and sexual violence survivors!