Impact 2025-26: ACE connects young survivors to support
07.21.26
Trusted adults working in schools are frequently those who first hear a young survivor’s disclosure. Too often, survivors go unconnected to supportive advocacy until well into a criminal legal process, leaving them feeling confused and isolated. KCSARC’s new Advocacy, Connection & Engagement (ACE) program is changing that by reaching survivors right from the moment of disclosure.
Still Here: Gracie’s Story
05.22.26
Empowered Voices member Gracie was a senior in college when her life changed forever. What followed were years of fear, pain, and a justice system that failed her. In this piece, she shares her journey back to herself — reclaiming her life, rediscovering joy, and offering a reminder to every survivor: we’re still here, and life is worth living.
I Knew a Girl Called
04.20.26
Empowered Voices member Emilee survived domestic violence and sexual assault and went on to help others as a crime victims advocate. Like we often hear from survivors we work with, she felt the pressure to just “move on” — but moving on and healing are not the same thing. She opens up about what it finally took to start truly healing and release the burden of shame that was never hers to bear.
Actuemos como si todos los sobrevivientes estuvieran observando cómo reaccionamos ante las noticias sobre Chávez
03.25.26 | By Kate Garvey
La revelación de que Cesar Chavez abusó de mujeres y niñas durante años ha conmocionado al país. En este momento, las víctimas directas así como los miles de sobrevivientes que están poniéndose al tanto de estos hechos necesitan que saber que la comunidad está de su lado.
Let’s act like all survivors are watching how we respond to Chavez news
03.25.26 | By Kate Garvey
The revelation that Cesar Chavez abused women and girls has shocked the nation. Right now, the people who were harmed — as well as the legions of survivors watching this unfold — need to know that their community stands with them.
Sarah’s Blog
03.24.26
When Empowered Voices member Sarah reached out for support after being sexually assaulted, she faced something many survivors know all too well: not being believed by someone she loved. In this powerful blog, she shares how that painful moment became the turning point that led her to find her voice.
