Build Healthy Survivor-Supporter Relationships
To SurvivorS:
We believe you.
We are trauma-informed.
We have connections for you.
You are not alone.
We will speak on your behalf.
Sincerely,
The Isabel Leadership Team
To supporters
We trust you.
We believe you can be trauma-informed.
We have lessons for you.
You are not alone.
We will speak on your behalf.
Sincerely,
The Isabel Leadership Team
STATEMENT OF EXPECTATIONS:
The Isabel community was created by Anna Westbrook, who is an adult survivor of childhood sexual abuse. Please note that Anna Westbrook is not a counselor, therapist or legal advisor. Rather, she is a survivor, artist and communications consultant with a proven history of changing culture. She also has over 15 years of teaching experience and a background in educational management and professional development. As such, she has a unique perspective through which to recommend resources for your team. This list of resources was curated by Anna to help individuals assess and improve their ability to support survivors. The list is not sponsored by any governmental agency and does not confer a government certification or license. The Isabel community makes no claims, guarantees, promises, or warranties of any kind with respect to the contents of this list.
Recommended survivor resources (Austin Based)
If you are experiencing a current threat…
Contact The SAFE Alliance: Stop Abuse For Everyone
Advocacy and crisis intervention/face-to-face emotional support is available Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 512.267.7233 for more information.
SAFE’s 24/7 confidential SAFEline is available for victims of [sexual maltreatment] Call 512.267.7233. Text: 737.888.7233
(Source: The SAFE Alliance: Stop Abuse For Everyone)
If your mental health is suffering…
Contact NAMI Austin: National Alliance On Mental Illness
Review NAMI’s crisis response page and their easy to read list of resources.
If you are ready to advocate for others…
Contact TAASA: Texas Association Against Sexual [Maltreatment]
Become a member, volunteer at one of their events, or attend their annual conference.
recommended Supporter action steps
Take one of our assessments:
Forward one of our open letters:
Read one of our reports:
Book our training program for your team:
If you are ready to advocate for others…
Contact TAASA: Texas Association Against Sexual [Maltreatment]
Become a member, volunteer at one of their events, or attend their annual conference.
Note on Child Safety & Direct Action:
If you are in a safe place to make a phone call and need to report child abuse, please call: 1.800.252.5400. (Source: The SAFE Alliance: Stop Abuse For Everyone)
