Artistic and creative expression have been shown to be an effective way for trauma survivors to process their trauma and express their emotions. 

Any and all survivors are welcome to register to join us for this free, virtual event. Join a group of survivors led by the PAVE staff as we follow art prompts to explore our emotions around our trauma and experiences as survivors. This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Join us virtually for meditation, musical healing, discussion, and community. All BIPOC are welcome to join, whether you are a survivor yourself or know someone who is. Learn about what healing can look like and take home some tools and tips. Register just once to gain access to all of our free upcoming Healing Circles!

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support. If you are currently in need of resources, please visit Survivors.org or contact us at SurvivorSupport@PavingTheWay.net

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Artistic and creative expression have been shown to be an effective way for trauma survivors to process their trauma and express their emotions. 

Any and all survivors are welcome to register to join us for this free, virtual event. Join a group of survivors led by the PAVE staff as we follow art prompts to explore our emotions around our trauma and experiences as survivors. This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Join us throughout the entire month of October as we read through Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson and discuss its themes, messages, and our thoughts on what the book has to say about sexual violence and being a survivor. Each week, we will discuss a selected section of the book and lead participants through a conversation based on a discussion guide. Read ahead or read the sections throughout October!

CW: sexual violence, bullying, PTSD, self-harm, strong language

“Speak is the story of an isolated high school student whose recent rape has left her retreating into a silent shell. Through time, art, and her small but mighty group of friends, she learns to reclaim herself and fight back against those who would seek to silence her. Grappling with serious and relevant themes and subjects, this book encourages the reader to do as Melinda does—speak.”

You can find the book available for purchase at any major book retailer, in physical, digital, or audio-book formats. If you’d like to get the book for free, visit your local library’s website to see if they have the book available for rent. You can find the book available for purchase at any major book retailer, in physical, digital, or audio-book formats. If you’d like to get the book for free, visit your local library’s website to see if they have the book available for rent. We will be discussing the novel, not the graphic novel.

Discussion Schedule:

10/8: First Marking Period

10/15: Second Marking Period

10/22: Third Marking Period

10/29: Fourth Marking Period

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Join us throughout the entire month of October as we read through Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson and discuss its themes, messages, and our thoughts on what the book has to say about sexual violence and being a survivor. Each week, we will discuss a selected section of the book and lead participants through a conversation based on a discussion guide. Read ahead or read the sections throughout October!

CW: sexual violence, bullying, PTSD, self-harm, strong language

“Speak is the story of an isolated high school student whose recent rape has left her retreating into a silent shell. Through time, art, and her small but mighty group of friends, she learns to reclaim herself and fight back against those who would seek to silence her. Grappling with serious and relevant themes and subjects, this book encourages the reader to do as Melinda does—speak.”

You can find the book available for purchase at any major book retailer, in physical, digital, or audio-book formats. If you’d like to get the book for free, visit your local library’s website to see if they have the book available for rent. You can find the book available for purchase at any major book retailer, in physical, digital, or audio-book formats. If you’d like to get the book for free, visit your local library’s website to see if they have the book available for rent. We will be discussing the novel, not the graphic novel.

Discussion Schedule:

10/3: First Marking Period

10/10: Second Marking Period

10/17: Third Marking Period

10/24: Fourth Marking Period

Join us on Thursday, October 10th at 4 PM PST/6 PM CST/7 PM EST as PAVE/Survivors.org hosts a training from Know Your IX, a youth- and survivor-led project of Advocates for Youth empowering students to end sexual violence in schools. Attendees will learn about the basics of Title IX, how new Title IX rules impact students, and how to advocate for strong protections for survivors at your school!

Join us virtually for meditation, musical healing, discussion, and community. All BIPOC are welcome to join, whether you are a survivor yourself or know someone who is. Learn about what healing can look like and take home some tools and tips. Register just once to gain access to all of our free upcoming Healing Circles!

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support. If you are currently in need of resources, please visit Survivors.org or contact us at SurvivorSupport@PavingTheWay.net

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

The “Red Zone” refers to the period between the start of the school year and Thanksgiving break when the majority of college sexual assaults occur. However, students often do not enter college with the information they need to be informed about and respond to these issues on-campus, and the education they’re receiving upon enrollment is insufficient.

Our virtual Shatter the Red Zone Summit will include panel discussions on topics including consent, bystander intervention, Title IX, and rape culture. Register for free to host an on-campus watch party or watch on your own.

Artistic and creative expression have been shown to be an effective way for trauma survivors to process their trauma and express their emotions. 

Any and all survivors are welcome to register to join us for this free, virtual event. Join a group of survivors led by the PAVE staff as we follow art prompts to explore our emotions around our trauma and experiences as survivors. This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Artistic and creative expression have been shown to be an effective way for trauma survivors to process their trauma and express their emotions. 

Any and all survivors are welcome to register to join us for this free, virtual event. Join a group of survivors led by the PAVE staff as we follow art prompts to explore our emotions around our trauma and experiences as survivors. This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Artistic and creative expression have been shown to be an effective way for trauma survivors to process their trauma and express their emotions. 

Any and all survivors are welcome to register to join us for this free, virtual event. Join a group of survivors led by the PAVE staff as we follow art prompts to explore our emotions around our trauma and experiences as survivors. This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed every July to bring attention to the unique barriers and struggles faced by minority groups in regards to their mental health.

Join us July 17th at 2:30 PM PST/ 4:30 PM CST/ 5:30 PM EST as we shed a light on the experiences that black survivors of sexual violence have in regards to mental health.

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Join a group of survivors led by the PAVE staff as we follow art prompts to explore our emotions around our trauma and experiences as survivors.

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

In 2025, PAVE will be celebrating our 25th anniversary as an organization! We'll be honoring the 25 Years of Hope that PAVE has given countless survivors, while also looking forward into our future supporting survivors with hope for a better future for them.

PAVE is planning to celebrate our anniversary all throughout 2025, with two major events in Chicago and Los Angeles that center survivor and ally-created art. However, we support survivors all over the country, and we want to celebrate in as many cities as possible, but we need your help. It's our vision to create a PAVE event tour around the country honoring survivors and their pasts, presents, and futures.

Are you interested in fostering hope in your community in honor of 25 years of PAVE? Looking for other ways to get involved in our anniversary? Join us to discuss different ways for volunteers to get involved in the celebration.

Can’t make it? Fill out our interest form below:

https://forms.gle/A9ZNqNkWK2xTBz7LA

Due to gender stereotypes and misconceptions about sexual assault, male survivors face additional stigmas that make it difficult to speak out and seek support after sexual assault.

Join us May 21st to hear from a panel of male survivors as they speak on the unique experiences of male survivors and share what they’ve learned along their healing journey.

Join PAVE's Survivor Support Group! This is a peer support group led by PAVE's Director of Survivor Support, Ashley Badgley. Ashley has years of experience facilitating support groups. This group is a space for survivors to unite and support each other through sharing stories, expressing emotions, and creating community. Attendees will also discuss coping strategies and healing after trauma.

It can be difficult to find people who understand what it's like as a survivor of sexual violence, and this group aims to be a space for all survivors to gather. Join once or every month.

This group is not for therapy purposes. Resources will be provided to participants for emergency support.

Requirements:

• This group is for adults only 18+.

• All adults are welcome, regardless of identity (race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, etc).

• This group is NOT therapy. The facilitator is there to guide the conversation, not provide therapy or advice.

• This group is for survivors of all types of sexual violence (stay tuned for info on groups for loved ones, teachers, parents, etc.).

• There is no vetting process to join the group, but you must register via Zoom (registration details via Zoom will only be available to PAVE, and attendees may use pseudonyms during the group).

• All individuals must register. If two people are sharing the same computer, they need to both register.

• Sharing stories of sexual assault is not required, and, in fact, PAVE encourages attendees to discuss coping and emotions as opposed to detailed stories of assault.

• PAVE staff is subject to mandatory reporting, so personally identifiable disclosures of the abuse of children, the elderly, and/or vulnerable adults will be reported to the appropriate state agency.

Guidelines:

Guidelines will be read at the beginning of each meeting and emailed to attendees. Joining this group means you agree to these guidelines. Anyone who does not abide by these guidelines will be given a warning, and if the behavior continues, they will be removed from the group at the facilitator's discretion. If a person commits any acts of violence or harassment against other members, they will be immediately removed and not welcome back into the group. PAVE cannot guarantee a safe space in all circumstances, but it strives to create a space that is as safe as possible for all survivors.

• Cameras are not required to be on during meetings, but they are encouraged.

• The facilitator will guide the conversation to guarantee people who want to speak get to speak. No one is required to speak, and no one should monopolize the meeting.

• Please refrain from speaking when others are speaking.

• Please respect everyone's experience and healing.

• No judgment.

• For additional guidelines, please view PAVE’s Community Guidelines.

• PAVE will not share attendee information with anyone outside of the organization.

• PAVE will adjust these guidelines and requirements as needed.

• If you have any questions or concerns about these guidelines, please contact Ashley Badgley, ashley@pavingtheway.net

Join Us Every Thursday in April as We Read and Discuss The Power by Naomi Alderman

Content Warning: violence, sexual violence, misogyny, war, suicide

All over the world women and girls are discovering they have the power. With the flick of the fingers they can inflict terrible pain, and even death. And with this small twist of nature, everything changes drastically.

Reading/Discussion Schedule:

4/4: 1-82 (Eight Years To Go)

4/11: 83-179 (Five Years To Go)

4/18: 180-278 (Can’t Be More Than 7 Months To Go)

4/25: 279-End

How To Get The Book For Free:

• Go to the website for your county’s/city’s local library

• Search for The Power by Naomi Alderman

• See if they have audio or hardcover copies available for rent

• Apply for a free library card if you do not already have one

• Keep track of the return date to avoid late fees

Join us Tuesday, April 23rd for our Teen Survivor Panel in honor of #TeenSurvivorsWeekOfAction! 

Hosted by PAVE Ambassador and survivor, Delaney Henderson, this panel will feature both survivors who are currently teens and survivors who experienced sexual violence when they were teens. Adolescence is an incredibly formative time in our lives and healing from sexual violence at this age can add another layer of challenge for survivors. Join us as we discuss the ways these survivors have healed and thrived after trauma.

Join us for a Paint and Sip fundraiser for PAVE/Survivors.org this Sexual Assault Awareness Month! Get creative and have some fun for a good cause.

Including: Raffle items, Lite Fare will be provided.

$45 for 7 -12

$50 for 13 and over