Sometimes, survivors are hesitant to share their experiences because they are not sure how others will react. It’s not always easy to know what to say when someone tells you they’ve been sexually assaulted, but an empathetic reaction can make all the difference.
Survivors may want and need different types of support at different points in their healing journey. To learn more about some ways to support a survivor in your life, use the drop-down below.
It can be extremely important in a survivor’s healing process that they have control over what happens next. They’ve taken the first step of sharing what happened to them with another person, and that takes a lot of courage. However, it’s always helpful to know how to help when they are ready for additional support. Here are some actionable ways you can help right now:
Safe Helpline offers many useful resources to help you better understand sexual assault and better support a friend or family member who has experienced sexual assault. You can find some of these resources in the drop down below.
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