SAFE Shelter Coalition Statement Responding to Governor Hochul’s Veto of SAFE Shelter Act
Governor Hochul's veto of the SAFE Shelter Act is a devastating blow to the fight against domestic violence.
Close the Gender Giving Gap: Women Need More Charitable Support in Wake of the Election
Safe Horizon CEO Liz Roberts explains the significant gap between the scale of gender-based violence and the funding available to fight it.
Safe Horizon Responds to Daniel Penny Acquittal in Death of Jordan Neely
Jordan Neely’s death could and should have been prevented with adequate support that centered his humanity, and his right to safety.
Join Safe Horizon at Viva Toro to raise awareness of Streetwork
Join the LGBTQ+ Affinity group celebrating Streetwork 40th anniversary on Weds. November 20, 2024
Anonymous C's Story
When she escaped her trafficker, all she had was the $15 in her pocket. Human trafficking can happen to anyone, in any part of the world. After being trafficked, a person’s things – identification documents, personal items, even clothing – are often taken away and withheld from them. It’s no…
Mark's Story
At 19-years-old, Mark’s life took a sharp turn. He was living with his father in Harlem, studying electrical mechanical engineering, and engaged to his high school sweetheart. Then his mother lost her apartment, and Mark had a major falling out with his father. Unable to stay with other family, Mark…
Abdul's Story
Losing his mother at a young age deeply affected Abdul. With no family to help him, he became homeless at 17. He stayed in men’s shelters for a short time and eventually found a community that would look out for each other along the A/C/E subway line. Through word-of-mouth, Abdul…
Krystaly's Story
Krystaly grew up in a family that experienced housing instability: her mom was raising Krystaly on her own and they were often in and out of shelter. Krystaly found it difficult to express herself and often clashed with her mother. Given their strained relationship, Krystaly chose to leave her home.
Karina's Story
Karina and her daughter came to Safe Horizon after Karina’s daughter disclosed that she was being abused, carrying with them a backpack containing a homework journal. During a session at Safe Horizon, Karina and her daughter each made a bracelet for one another. It can be earth-shattering to find out…
Safe Horizon Responds to the 2024 Election Results
NEW YORK — The election of Donald Trump, a politician with a well-documented history of demeaning and predatory behavior towards women, is a blow to survivors of violence, abuse and exploitation. Safe Horizon CEO Liz Roberts issued the following statement: “At least a third of people in the U.S. identify…