“What were you wearing?” That’s a question sexual assault survivors often hear — from friends, family, law enforcement. It’s also the name of a traveling exhibit of outfits that men, women and children were wearing when they were assaulted that’s designed to combat victim-blaming.
‘Silent epidemic’ of sibling sexual abuse is challenging Tennessee families and counselors
Sibling sexual abuse has become so frequent that experts call it a “silent epidemic,” with incidents rising in Tennessee.
After top departure, an interim director leads Tennessee’s domestic violence nonprofit
The Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence has a new, interim head, following the abrupt departure last month of its longtime leader.
Longtime Tennessee domestic violence leader is out following critical federal investigation
One of Tennessee’s leading domestic violence prevention nonprofits will transition to a new leader.
Investigation finds Tennessee domestic violence nonprofit retaliated against whistleblower employee
An employee flagged concerns about how crisis calls were handled at the Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence.
With $3.5M From The State, End Slavery Tennessee Will House Survivors Of Sex Trafficking
This year, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee gave an unprecedented $5 million to a handful of groups fighting sex trafficking, which advocates say is part of a bigger push to change how the sexually exploited are treated. The biggest chunk of money went to End Slavery Tennessee.
Prominent Nashville Nonprofit Thistle Farms Is Expanding Again
Thistle Farms, a Nashville nonprofit that sells products made by survivors of addiction and sexual exploitation, is expanding yet again, thanks to a spike in sales during the pandemic.
Teaching Tennessee Hair Stylists And Barbers To Spot The Signs Of Domestic Violence
Hair stylists and barbers are notorious confidantes. So much so that a new Tennessee law, passed during the pandemic, will soon require them to recognize signs of domestic violence.
Advocates, Law Enforcement Fear Impact Of Permitless Gun Law On Domestic Violence Survivors
Tennessee has one of the highest rates of women killed by men, most of whom are partners or family members using a gun. That is why those who deal daily with the consequences of domestic violence are among the most vocal critics of the new law that eliminates the state’s gun permit requirement.
A Novel Bike Track In A Historic North Nashville Park Is Meant To Inspire A New Generation Of Riders
There’s a new — and unique — bike track in town. The Watkins Park Pump Track is located in a historic North Nashville greenspace, and it’s part of an ongoing effort to inspire kids through biking.
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