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Voices Beyond Assault

Empowering Survivors. Educating Communities.
Pioneering Innovative Healing. Inspiring Global Change

As a survivor-led organization, we transform pain into power, resilience into action. We go beyond conventional support, providing essential aid and revolutionary approaches to recovery. Our commitment extends to every individual affected by sexual violence, creating a world where all survivors are empowered to thrive. Together, we’re not just supporting survivors – we’re revolutionizing the path to recovery and working tirelessly towards the eradication of sexual violence from our communities.

Our Impact

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Survivors supported across Los Angeles and surrounding areas

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Free healing events hosted,
ensuring accessibility for all

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Organization and therapy
partnerships formed

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Transformative educational
workshops at corporate and college levels, empowering communities to combat assault

Voices Beyond Assault is a dynamic, inclusive 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization igniting transformation and empowerment in survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

We recognize that sexual and domestic violence affect individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, reverberating through society. Through our holistic approach, we’re not just supporting survivors – we’re revolutionizing the path to recovery, creating a world where every survivor is heard, believed, and empowered to thrive.

Empower ALL
Survivors

We stand with and uplift survivors of all genders, ages, and backgrounds, providing a platform for their voices and experiences.

Awareness and Prevention

We illuminate the shadows, educating communities to prevent future harm and advocate for justice and equality.

Innovative
Healing

We pioneer groundbreaking therapy methods and offer vital resources, addressing the profound mental health impact of trauma.

Community
Resilience

We forge a unified CommUNITY, recognizing that healing is a collective journey.

OUR VISION FOR CHANGE

Global Expansion: Sexual and domestic violence know no borders. Neither will our support. We aim to extend our services globally, bringing hope and healing to survivors worldwide.
Wellness Centers: Our goal is to establish dedicated wellness centers, providing safe havens where survivors can receive immediate, comprehensive services. These centers will serve as sanctuaries of healing, offering a full spectrum of support under one roof.
Ending the Epidemic: We recognize sexual and domestic violence as a societal epidemic. We are not just responding to it; we are working tirelessly to end it.
Innovative Therapies: We will continue to pioneer groundbreaking therapeutic approaches, pushing the boundaries of traditional healing methods.
Empowered Survivors: We see a future where survivors don't just survive, but thrive – becoming leaders, innovators, and beacons of hope in their own right.
Societal Transformation: Through education and advocacy, we aim to create a society that not only supports survivors but actively works to prevent assault in all its forms.

At Voices Beyond Assault, we're not just imagining change – we're catalyzing it, one survivor, one commUNITY, one victory at a time.

WHY WE EXIST?

1 IN 3

1 in 3 women, around 736
million, are subjected to
physical or sexual violence
by an intimate partner or
sexual violence from a non-
partner (2021, WHO)

1 IN 5

1 in 5 girls and 1 in 20 boys is a victim
of child sexual abuse (NCVC)

1 IN 8

Approximately 1 in 8 lesbian women experience rape in their lifetime (National Center for Lesbian Rights 2014)

15-32%

15-32% of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) report PTSD symptoms

40%

Less than 40% receive specific trauma- informed training for sexual assault cases

75%

75% of survivors face mental health challenges Less than 30% seek professional help

1 IN 6

1 in 6 men have been sexually abused or assaulted. A quarter of male victims of sexual assault were under 10 years of age.

64%

64% of transgender people have experienced sexual assault in their lifetime (NCLR, 2014).

58%

58% of students experience sexual harassment at school

3 TIMES

People with disabilities are 3 times more likely to experience violent victimization, including
sexual assault

1 IN 4

1 in 4 military women report experiencing sexual assault during military service

4 IN 10

4 in 10 gay men have experienced sexual violence other than rape in their lifetime (NCLR, 2014)

Together We Heal

Survivorship in Action

At Voices Beyond Assault, we stand firm in our belief that true healing and empowerment can only be achieved through radical inclusion and intersectionality. These principles are not just ideals – they are the lifeblood of our organization, infusing every program, initiative, and interaction.