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…
Angie's Story
Angie never felt safe at home. Her mother struggled with mental illness and addiction, and by age 11, Angie and her siblings were placed in foster care. Foster care came with its own challenges, and by 13, she left in search of a fresh start. She found a sense of…
Anonymous W's Story
She carried her identification documents, which had been shredded by her partner, to Safe Horizon. Domestic violence can take many forms beyond the physical. It often involves actions aimed at controlling an individual. “W” came to Safe Horizon’s Community Program office with a ziplock bag of shredded paper. Her and her…
Neffatiti's Story
Neffatiti lost the only family she had when her great-grandmother passed away. Neffatiti was 16 years old at the time, and shortly after, entered foster care. Neffatiti was determined to continue her education and excelled in school, despite being harassed by an older man from the neighborhood who was trying…
