by Jessica Pride | Dec 11, 2019 | Victims Forum
One of the main difficulties with child sexual abuse and sexual assault in general is the overall lack of incident reporting. It is a well-known fact that many sexual assault survivors can have difficulties coming forward to file a report with authorities. This is...
by Jessica Pride | Nov 20, 2019 | Victims Forum
Child sexual abuse is an overwhelmingly difficult subject to talk about, both for children and adult survivors. In many cases, experiences are never revealed even later on in life, on account of feelings of embarrassment, shame, or fear. Survivors often develop...
by Jessica Pride | Oct 24, 2019 | Victims Forum
Understanding Massage Assault Massages are meant to be a soothing relaxation technique to relieve tension or stress — but what happens when they become something else? Something dark and uninvited? A session can turn into what is known as “massage assault” or “massage...
by Jessica Pride | Oct 15, 2019 | Victims Forum
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). This month is devoted to putting an end to this serious issue that impacts our families and communities. Most people know at least one person who has lived through domestic violence. DVAM gives us the space to raise...
by Jessica Pride | Oct 2, 2019 | Victims Forum
As Board President for the Center for Community Solutions, Jessica Pride will be networking with other sexual assault prevention advocates at this year’s 20th annual Tea & Tonic fundraiser! The high tea and philanthropy event will bring together key community...