by Caroline Glynn Neal | Apr 5, 2021 | Sexual Violence Resource Center
Recipe created by Lotus supporter as part of Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month. Foraging is a fantastic form of self care. Tasks like cleaning mushrooms, prepping, preserving, creating ingredients for future meals, are all acts of mindfulness. The “work”...
by Sarah Labitzke | Mar 18, 2021 | Sexual Violence Resource Center
If you have decided to seek help through therapy after experiencing sexual violence, congratulations—you’ve taken a big step on your journey to hope, healing, and growth! Yet, choosing the right therapist can seem like a daunting task. Finding the best fit can...
by Sarah Labitzke | Jan 26, 2021 | Community Impact, Sexual Violence Resource Center
With the start of a new college semester, students and faculty at Murray State University (MSU) are partnering with Lotus to explore new virtual ways to prevent sexual violence on campus. Abigail Cox, director of the MSU Women’s Health Center, and Angie Trzepacz, a...
by Sarah Labitzke | Jan 14, 2021 | Sexual Violence Resource Center
An advocate is a person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy. Talking about sexual violence can be difficult, but by learning to start the conversation, we can advocate for survivors and help prevent sexual violence in our community....
by Sarah Labitzke | Dec 23, 2020 | Sexual Violence Resource Center
For some survivors, holiday gatherings may contribute to feelings of anxiety and overwhelm, and can bring painful memories to the surface. However, there are ways you can help survivors in your life feel safe, supported, and at ease as we head into the holiday...
by Caroline Glynn Neal | Dec 3, 2020 | Sexual Violence Resource Center
Legal experts and victims’ advocates are trying to determine what’s next after Marsy’s Law passed in Kentucky. Marsy’s Law advocates say the goal is to ensure more rights for crime victims. Grace Stewart with Lotus in Paducah said victims need...