Our Impact

Survivor Stories

Celines found safe shelter, freedom, and healing

“Knowing what he was capable of, remembering the terror of his hands around my neck, I feared for my safety and my son’s life. I knew I had to leave.”

Peach Goods Gives Back
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Peach Goods Gives Back

“We hope to serve as a model for other entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to incorporate social impact into their companies’ DNA.” - Aaron Doades, founder of Peach Goods.

March 24, 2019
New Law to Help Incarcerated Domestic Violence Survivors in New York State
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New Law to Help Incarcerated Domestic Violence Survivors in New York State

The Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act would begin to address the years of injustice faced by domestic violence survivors.

March 13, 2019
Connor Cashel Social Worker Anti-Trafficking Program
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My Elusive ‘Typical Day’ as a Social Worker at Safe Horizon’s Anti-Trafficking Program

"My experience at Anti-Trafficking Program has so far been rich, challenging, and transformative...yet, I cannot stress enough how much more I have to learn."

January 14, 2019
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Make a Difference For Survivors

November 26, 2018
Streetwork Fashion Show 2018
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Streetwork Fashion Show Presents a Beautiful Transformation

At the 6th Annual "Project Streetwork" Fashion Show, homeless young people showcased the designs they created alongside apparel company PVH.

November 19, 2018
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Free Diapers in Domestic Violence Shelters

The New York City Council passed legislation that will provide diapers and baby wipes to families in need in our domestic violence shelters.

October 16, 2018
15 Years later: Remembering September 11th
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17 Years Later: Remembering September 11th

We look back on how Safe Horizon has responded to the thousands of people who needed help in the aftermath of the September 11th attacks.

September 10, 2018
Dave Navarro Message About Suicide
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Dave Navarro’s Message About Suicide: “There is No Darkness Without Light”

As a trauma survivor, Dave Navarro has struggled with suicidal thoughts. In honor of World Suicide Prevention Day, Dave shares his story.

September 6, 2018
MaeOla Bolton_Former WNBA Player Comes Forward to Help Other Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors
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Former WNBA Player Comes Forward to Help Other Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors

MaeOla Bolton, former WNBA Player and sister of Olympic Gold Medalist Ruthie Bolton, opens up about her experience surviving childhood sexual abuse.

August 15, 2018
The Impact of Gun Violence on Troy and His Community
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The Impact of Gun Violence on Troy and His Community

Witnessing and experiencing gun violence made Troy feel unsafe and anxious. Although his memories of the past can’t be changed, he now has the tools to work through the trauma he experienced.

August 9, 2018