Rape culture is not just about individual acts of violence. It’s a broader system of beliefs, norms, and behaviors that normalize, excuse, or even promote sexual violence. It lives in the jokes we brush off, the questions we ask survivors, and…
When someone discloses that they have experienced sexual violence, your response can have a lasting impact. Survivors may carry fear, shame, or uncertainty about how others will react. By responding with compassion, empathy, and respect, you can…
At Our Voice, we provide free, confidential support to all people impacted by sexual violence in Buncombe County. Whether someone is in immediate crisis or seeking long-term healing, we are here to listen, to believe, and to stand beside them….