: Seeing someone navigate a crisis and come out the other side provides hope and practical "survival" strategies for those currently in the struggle.
To create a platform for survivors of trauma, abuse, and violence to share their stories, raise awareness about the issues they face, and promote a culture of support, empathy, and understanding.
Maya’s story isn't graphic. It’s ordinary. That’s what terrifies us. She wasn’t a headline. She was your neighbor, your coworker, the woman in the grocery aisle.
Different awareness goals require different narrative strategies. Survivor stories are not a monolith. Here is how they function across various causes:
