Category: Survivor
Want to make a huge difference in the lives of Sexual Assault Survivors? Now you can.
Originally published on Change.Org on November 16, 2016 By Maria. Dearest Friends and Supporters– I know many of you are looking for ways to make a difference after this election. Today there is a great opportunity for you to channel your energy into action. Rise is currently looking for organizers…
Reclaiming, challenging and reviving mental health survivor research
Originally published on The Sociological Review on October 10, 2017 By Emma Perry. People with lived experience of mental distress have traditionally been excluded from the process of knowledge production that guides thinking, policy and practice in relation to mental health. Research in this field continues to be dominated by…
TMI. Oversharing. “Did they really just say that?”
TMI. Oversharing. “Did they really just say that?” Sounds like a typical Activist. (Really.) We’ve all heard of an Activist. But what’s a Health Activist? Health Ac•tiv•ist, noun — A blogger, tweeter, or community leader helping others navigate their health. (You can endorse me as a Health Activist here!) I’m…