Support a Survivor: Be Real
If someone tells you that he/she has been or is being abused in any way, what would you say? You can’t fail when you respond with warmth, sincerity, and without judgement. Just BE REAL
B Believe her and believe in her
E Educate yourself; share your knowledge
R Reassure her that is was not her fault
E Empower with information and resources
A Ask what you can do and do your best
L Listen without judgment to what is said
Created by Lynn C. Tolson, author of Beyond the Tears: A True Survivor’s Story