Strength & Resiliency
Survivors endured adverse life situations yet they found the strength and resiliency to fight for their lives and those of their children. Survivors received little support from their families in leaving their marriages. Many survivors voiced having to disconnect from their families and communities to achieve their safety and become autonomous.
A Survivor's Story
The survivor shares feeling empowered to leave her marriage which ultimately meant a life without her family. It was a difficult realization that her situation was not going to change unless she took action for herself.
What Service Providers Should Know
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Survivors have the right to thrive in the life they want for themselves.
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Survivors need to be given the opportunity to be heard.
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Having a larger community base and support system builds resilience.