Freely in Hope survivor-leaders are catalysts of change, role models for survivors, and leaders of system reform
Graduating as lawyers, healthcare workers and development workers, our survivor-leaders are equipped to change systems of oppression and bring freedom to their communities.
We establish safe spaces that equip our scholars for leadership. Our scholars are trained in:
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Sexual Violence PreventionLearning the signs of abuse and prevention models to advocate against sexual violence
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Self DefenseStrengthening inner confidence and
body awareness
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Transformational LeadershipInforming our leadership through Appreciative Inquiry, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®, and StrengthsFinder® to bring community transformation
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Human RightsUnderstanding local laws and international policies that protect women and children
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Crisis Counseling & InterventionResponding to trauma by deescalating violence and restoring unity in the community
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Financial ManagementIncreasing financial literacy and independence
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Art TherapyFacilitating healing, exploration, and reflection through art practices
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MEDITATIONIncreasing neuroplasticity and post-traumatic growth through contemplative prayer and meditation practices
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Restorative StorytellingSharing stories to promote healing for survivors of sexual violence
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Public SpeakingCommunicating confidently and effectively
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Career DevelopmentDeveloping interviewing skills, strengthening resumes, and establishing professionalism
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Trauma HealingExperiencing healing in mind, body, and spirit through a Biblical approach (by the Trauma Healing Institute)
When the survivors of sexual violence become leaders in the community, they protect the rights of women and children because they know how it hurts when rights have been violated. As a survivor-leader in the community, I will lead people in educating them on how to respect each other’s rights.
Mumbi*,
Freely in Hope Scholar
IMAGE: Leading Linda Toto, a workshop that teaches children to recognize and report sexual violence
Freely in Hope is raising the next generation of Africa’s female leaders.
These strong leaders will normalize justice for girls, influence systematic change and bring an end to sexual violence in our world.
