News

Press Mention, WA Legislative News

02.10.25

Washington State Standard

Funding for crime victim services in Washington is running short

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Lorna’s Blog

01.24.25

Empowered Voices member Lorna shares her story of growing up in Seattle, marked by both cherished memories and painful experiences of abuse. After years of remaining silent about the abuse, Lorna found new hope at KCSARC and the power to reclaim her life.

Sarah’s Blog

12.18.24

Empowered Voices member Sarah shares her experience of being sexually assaulted and the years of silence and verbal abuse that followed. Through therapy and support from KCSARC, she found the courage to advocate for herself and set healthy boundaries.

Heaven’s Blog

11.21.24

Empowered Voices member Heaven shares her powerful story of resilience and growth through KCSARC’s parenting program as a single mother of four, two of whom survived childhood sexual abuse.

Andy’s Blog

10.24.24

Empowered Voices member Andy shares his story about discussing consent, mental health, and self-care with his middle-school son. He reflects on his own experiences with therapy and encourages other male survivors to seek support.

Press Mention, WA Legislative News

10.07.24

Washington State Standard

As federal funding for crime victims plummets, advocates ask WA lawmakers for help

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Equipping young people to help peers

09.05.24

Many of us grew up hearing that we should tell a trusted adult if we need support or have questions about behaviors that may be sexual assault. But our work with young survivors shows that, more often, they will turn to peers first.

Podcast

Episode 12: Online Spaces

08.29.24

The Link to Prevention, Season 1, Episode 12: Join the KCSARC Prevention team as they dive into the world of online spaces! In this episode, the Prevention team outlines how they teach middle schoolers about online safety, boundaries, and para-social relationships. Hear some of the reactions from students and get some helpful tips to start conversations with your own kid about online spaces!

Empowered Voices: Healing Through Advocacy

07.24.24

Discover how survivors in King County are driving positive change in our communities through KCSARC’s Empowered Voices program.

Podcast

Episode 11: Interview with Hayley

07.18.24

The Link to Prevention Season 1, Episode 11: In this episode, Hannah sits down with Hayley, a senior at Mercer Island High School, and discuss Hayley’s experiences as a founding member of One Love Club at her school. Hannah and Hayley also discuss the importance of youth voice in prevention, as well as what adults can do to support youth initiatives to end sexual and domestic violence.