Night of Healing Newton-Wellesely Hospital, September 20th 2018

Please join me in Boston for a powerful night of healing and awareness.

Taking Back Ourselves and Newton-Wellesley Hospital would like to welcome survivors of sexual abuse and assault to

A Night of Healing

Thursday, September 20th, 2018

7:00pm

Shipley Conference Center
Newton Wellesley Hospital
2014 Washington Street Newton, MA 02462

As disclosures of sexual abuse have exploded in the media, it underscores the reality that sexual assault exists in every community.

Whether you have experienced sexual abuse in your family, your faith community, your school, the military, your workplace or elsewhere, we welcome you and those who support you. This Night of Healing will provide a space for survivors of all genders to join together in lifting the veil of secrecy and shame. By bringing the issues of sexual abuse and assault out from the shadows, we hope to create an opening for increased awareness and recognition that healing is possible.

With a special art exhibited curated by Violence Transformed

To RSVP or for more information please contact: takingbackourselves@gmail.com or (617) 734-2007 ext.5

Junot Diaz Inspires Conversations About Male Sexual Abuse

Yesterday The New Yorker published a powerful and exquisitely written piece by Junot Diaz. He illustrates how his experience impacted his life and reveals where he still struggles today. At times it felt as though I was reading my own story. I was reminded once again that I am not alone.

Later in the day, a request came in from RAINN looking for male victims of sexual abuse willing to share their stories with Anna Silman of The Cut. Within a few hours we were on the phone. Anna asked the tough questions and I stayed the course with her,. Today the piece went live. It provides an accurate glimpse into what living as a survivor really looks like. I share that with you here.

As always, you can reach me at larry@breakingtheruhls.com