Roots of the Movement
People have been organizing underground and grassroots support for survivors throughout history, led by communities of color and other marginalized communities whose advocacy laid the foundation for today’s movement. This work reflects a long-standing commitment to breaking the silence, supporting survivors, and creating change in the face of injustice.
To continue building knowledge and skills rooted in this movement’s history, explore the Foundations of Advocacy Training Manual, a guide for new sexual assault advocates featuring core knowledge and skills for supporting survivors. See more information at SAAM-Timeline.
Get more information at the National Sexual Violence Resource Center