Content categorized as Sexual Assault

This is how I became me, Peaches

In this heartwrenching personal essay, a native Washingtonian recounts the many struggles she overcame when young to finally want to be alive.

“One of the truths:” Security concerns at DC women’s shelters

A woman was raped outside of a city shelter, across the street from a police station.

Our march for Black women

There must be meaningful policies to end gender violence, the persistent feminization of poverty, the growing Black female prison population, restrictions to citizenship, the deportation of Black and Brown people,  restrictions to health care, reproductive justice, and the ongoing war on women

Candlelight vigil for missing and murdered women

The National Museum of the American Indian hosted a candlelight vigil in honor of the Native American women who have been murdered or are currently missing.

Women are human too, treat them as such

Vendor Angie Whitehurst reflects on International Women’s Day.

Report shows “Me Too” stories are a constant among homeless women

A new report by the D.C. Interagency Council on Homelessness shows high rates of women experiencing homelessness in D.C. who have been, or continue to be, victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence.

Thriving, not just surviving: what it takes to heal after domestic trauma

Cassandra Morgan began performing stand-up after escaping an abusive relationship and facing homelessness. Now she is part of a community of survivors that draw strength from each other, share their stories and help others avoid similar situations.

Suicidal Thought

A continuation from his original poem: Suicide Thought. In this one he tells about a little girl and her life.

Workplace Protections Not Guaranteed for Volunteers Harassed or Assaulted on the Job

Nonprofits rely on unpaid volunteers and interns to serve the community. But for volunteers assaulted or harassed on the job, a confusing web of laws and regulations can make seeking justice a Herculean task.

Claude and Gussie: Part 3

The conclusion to vendor/artist Debora Brantley’s series

Turning a Blind Eye: Who is Really Responsible for Metro Rape?

May 23, a woman was sexually assaulted while riding the Metro. Author shares their opinion in regards to accountability and bystanders of actions as such.

A Personal Lesson in Sexual Assault Awareness

In September, 1968, I was 18 years old. I became a freshman, one of approximately 100 black students, at Ole Miss (the University of Mississippi)…. Read more »

📹 Who Should I Be Grateful Too?

A Street Sense Filmmakers Co-op production in which director Cynthia Mewborn confronts both her violent past and slow-to-heal present.

🎧 Sounds From the Street
Cynthia Mewborn on PTSD and Recovery

Cynthia Mewborn lived in a tent for a year on the street. In spite of the mental and emotional toll that’s taken on her body…