Organizations running this strategy · 11
- #01 MCMAHONRYAN CHILD ADVOCACY SITE INC
- #02 SAFE HORIZON INC
- #03 HIDDEN WATER INC
- #04 VICTIMS ASSISTANCE CENTER OF JEFFERSON COUNTY INC
- #05 YWCA CORTLAND
- #06 CHILDREN OF BELLEVUE INC
- #07 Warren Washington Care Center Corporation
- #08 New York State Childrens' Alliance Inc
- #09 CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION CENTER INC
- #10 Child Advocacy Center of the Finger Lakes
- #11 CAC FOUNDATION INC
Activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- 12-week virtual training program to prevent child sexual harm HIDDEN WATER INCdirect serviceOffers a 12-week virtual training program for adults to prevent child sexual abuse and support healing by recognizing boundary-crossing behaviors and responding to disclosures with care.
- Alternative healing response for families affected by child sexual abuse HIDDEN WATER INCdirect serviceProvides an alternative, community-based response to the aftermath of child sexual abuse focused on healing for individuals and families, using circle practices and stewardship by trained Keepers to support group safety and collective healing processes.
- Community-based education and support for preventing child sexual abuse HIDDEN WATER INCdirect serviceProvides education and support to help adults recognize boundary-crossing behaviors, respond supportively to disclosures, and prevent recurrence of child sexual abuse, grounded in a community-developed curriculum.
- Healing Circles for individuals impacted by sexual harm HIDDEN WATER INCdirect serviceProvides structured group support through Healing Circles that create non-judgmental, confidential spaces for personal reflection, behavior change, and relational transformation for individuals affected by child sexual abuse, with seasonal registration and participation by hundreds annually.
- MultiColor Experiences for shared healing across family systems HIDDEN WATER INCdirect serviceOffers MultiColor Experiences that bring together individuals from different family system color groups to share experiences and build mutual understanding while maintaining personal healing boundaries.
- Peacemaking Circle facilitation training HIDDEN WATER INCcapacity buildingConducts training programs that teach the peacemaking circle process, including its values, structure, facilitation techniques, and practical applications, to build capacity for community-led healing and conflict transformation.
- Podcast on safety, dignity, and accountability HIDDEN WATER INCdirect serviceProduces and publishes a monthly podcast series that explores themes of safety, dignity, and accountability through conversations integrating art, humor, and digital culture.
- Thought leadership and public education on sexual harm HIDDEN WATER INCadvocacyEngages in advocacy and thought leadership by sharing newsletters, articles, media conversations, and perspectives on healing, accountability, and prevention related to sexual harm, informed by years of facilitating circles with affected individuals and families.
- Workshops on healing, accountability, and self-care HIDDEN WATER INCdirect serviceHosts a variety of workshops focused on healing, relational health, and self-care, including offerings such as "Reclaiming Pleasure," "The Body Remembers, the Parent Rewrites," "Circle of Sound," and Gentle Chair Yoga for Grounding, facilitated by trained professionals and offered in-person and virtually.
- Advocacy to improve access to justice and healing SAFE HORIZON INCadvocacyConducts advocacy work aimed at improving systems and policies to enhance survivors' access to justice, legal protections, and healing resources.
- Child Advocacy Centers for abused children SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceOperates Urban Child Advocacy Centers that provide a safe, coordinated environment for children who have experienced sexual and physical abuse to disclose their experiences. These centers co-locate multidisciplinary teams—including law enforcement, prosecutors, child welfare, and medical providers—to expedite investigations and prosecutions while delivering immediate family-inclusive support and counseling.
- Direct victim support services for survivors of violence SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceProvides immediate and long-term support to approximately 250,000 survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault, exploitation, and other forms of violence annually in New York City. Services include emergency shelter, hot meals, trauma-informed counseling, safety planning, housing transition support, employment assistance, and access to food, clothing, and hygiene supplies.
- Domestic violence shelters and housing support SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceOperates domestic violence shelters that provide immediate safe housing for survivors and their children, along with supportive services such as counseling, legal aid, financial assistance, food, essential supplies, art therapy, and housing transition support to secure permanent housing.
- Hotline and crisis response services SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceOperates a 24/7 hotline and chat service that responds to over 100,000 calls annually, providing personalized support, safety planning, and connections to emergency shelter and other critical resources for survivors of violence.
- Legal and immigration services for survivors SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceProvides legal services to survivors of violence, including court accompaniment, civil and criminal justice system navigation, and specialized immigration legal assistance through the Immigration Law Project to help immigrant survivors secure protection and legal status regardless of age, gender, or immigration status.
- Services for human trafficking victims SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceDelivers comprehensive legal and social services to victims of human trafficking regardless of age, gender, immigration status, or language, including Metro Cards, grocery gift cards, work visa assistance, and access to housing, healthcare, and vocational training.
- Support services for children and youth affected by violence SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceProvides comprehensive services to over 28,000 children and young people annually, including trauma-informed counseling, group therapy, educational support, and community programs tailored to youth impacted by abuse, violence, or homelessness.
- Trauma-informed counseling and support groups SAFE HORIZON INCdirect serviceProvides ongoing trauma-informed mental health counseling, grief counseling, support groups, and emotional safety services for survivors of abuse and their families, including group art therapy workshops in shelter settings.