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HELP US RAISE $10,000 DURING SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH.
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Globally, 1 in 3 women have experienced sexual assault. In Kenya and Zambia, more than half of survivors were sexually assaulted as children.
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Freely in Hope remains committed to helping survivors thrive! We believe education is a powerful tool to help survivors heal, grow, and achieve their dreams. From access to safe education, counseling, and healthcare, your donation will equip survivors with the holistic support they need to graduate from high school, explore their calling in university, and thrive as community leaders!
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meet survivor leaders
Meet our powerful survivor-leaders in Freely in Hope’s programs!
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Linet: Disabilities Are Not Inabilities
Children with special needs are also vulnerable to sexual abuse, and I see high incidences of sexual abuse cases among my students. As a teacher, I use the knowledge Freely in Hope has given me to advocate for children with unique abilities.
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Jean: Empowering Others to Dream
I want to ensure that the system adjusts to meet the needs of disadvantaged women in the community, and until we see change, we can empower these women to be the ones who will take a stand within their spheres of influence.
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Winnie: Teaching the Next Generation
My vision is to see the girl child in school, empowered and independent. I encourage the girls that I teach and interact with to better their lives through education.
equip survivors to thrive
The Sexual Assault Awareness Month Campaign (#SAAM) is an international movement that helps us support survivors of sexual assault in Kenya and Zambia. Your donations will help provide lifesaving support for survivors of sexual assault including access to safe education, counseling, healthcare, and school supplies.
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upcoming events during #saam
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CHILD PROTECTION TRAINING
APRIL 20, 2024
NAIROBI, KENYA
Join us at Playroom Kenya for a special child protection training for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This training is geared toward parents and caregivers of children ages 4-10.
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DIVAS IN THE GARDEN
APRIL 20, 2024
OAKLAND, CA
For Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we’re collaborating with The Homeplace to provide a musical soul spa for women of color.
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AFROSOUL CONCERT
APRIL 26, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
This is private gathering for Freely in Hope donors. We’ll embark on a musical journey from surviving to thriving with artist and alumni, Jean Nangwala.
free #saam resources
Try this butterfly hug exercise to center and calm yourself whenever you feel your anxiety rising.
This is a helpful exercise for survivors to bring their bodies to awareness and safety.