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Uncovering the Diamond

Daniela Stemp

Survivor Empowerment & Advisory Council Member

A song that stayed on my Xanga profile after another sexual assault was, "The Nobodies" by Marilyn Manson, ironically... In a world where I felt invisible, the line "Today I'm dirty, I want to be pretty / Tomorrow, I know…

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Understanding Suicide Risk and Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence

Carrie Wirick & Emily Hiner

Netcare Access Director of Crisis Lifelines & OAESV Prevention Coordinator

At OAESV, we recognize that sexual violence impacts more than physical safety. The effects of trauma can influence survivors' mental, emotional, and social well-being long after the violence has occurred. As a sexual violence coalition, part of our work is helping communities…

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Accountability in the Post-Epstein Era

Caitlyn Benzo

Attorney with the OAESV Legal Clinic

Accountability can mean many things to different people. When it comes to redressing the harms of sexual violence, there are several fundamental considerations: Taking full responsibility for the harm caused. Full is the key here – not blaming the victim’s…

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Innovation Without Safety Isn’t Progress

Emily Gemar

Director of Public Policy & Communication

Every generation of technology promises to make our lives easier.  Smartphones help us stay connected. GPS helps us find our way. Smart home devices automate everyday tasks. Many of these innovations have tremendous benefits and improve accessibility in critical ways.  …

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BUILD: Why “Awareness” Alone Isn’t Enough

Fonda J. Royster

Survivor Empowerment Advisory Council Member

For years, conversations about sexual violence have centered on awareness. Awareness campaigns. Awareness months. Awareness posts. Awareness ribbons. And while awareness matters, it is not enough. Awareness can name a problem without changing the conditions that allow it to continue…

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Beyond the Basics: Four Survivor-Tested Healing Tips

Hilary Ferguson

Former Survivor Empowerment & Advisory Council member

This blog was written by former SEAC member Hilary Ferguson. Thank you, Hilary, for being vulnerable and sharing your insights with fellow survivors. Get Creative! When those annoying, socially unacceptable emotions hit, find creative ways to let it out. For…

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15 Tips for Improving Sexual Violence Service Data Collection

Jenn Eidemiller

OAESV Grants, Resource & Communications Manager

In Ohio, stronger data collection can deepen our understanding of sexual assault and improve resources for survivors. Currently, data collection primarily relies on quantitative approaches, valuable numbers that certainly empower, yet can fall short of capturing the full picture. Behind…

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How OAESV Evaluates and Supports Ohio Rape Crisis Services

Jenn Eidemiller

OAESV Grants, Resource & Communications Manager

Over the past three decades, the anti-rape movement has evolved into a professional field focused on preventing and responding to various forms of sexual violence. As this field grows and shifts, an increasing number of organizations and departments are providing…

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OAESV’s Training Institute and Advocacy Foundations

Natasha Larson & Elliott Fullenkamp

OAESV Training Team

Join us for a special interview with part of the OAESV Training team as they discuss one of OAESV’s signature events: The Training Institute!        Natasha Larson                       Elliott…

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