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I have found through art, music, dance, poetry, writing, film, etc. survivors
and anyone, can express their true emotions, which aids their healing and
spiritual journey, regardless of beliefs. We carry with us the traveling,
Shattering The Silence Wall at each conference for attendees to post their
stories, art, and poetry, which becomes more phenomenal with each
personal story addition, from town to town, city to city.
Yes, it does take courage, but when someone speaks up about their pain, it
helps them heal, and inspires others as to share their stories as well.
Sharing your stories takes away the power of the perpetrator, who has held
his victim’s prisoner through silence, fear, shame, and degradation. Once
survivors speak their truth, the power of the perpetrator tumbles like a
house of cards. This is very powerful and how art is such a powerful tool for
healing. Survivors finally realize they are not alone, and many others are
wait for this person to take their place, along with the army of advocates
across our country, and across the globe. We cannot pass down another
multi-generational epidemic to our children. This is the day we speak up to
say, "Enough is Enough" and "I will not be silent anymore"!! The children
are counting on you.
Connie Lee/FACSA Foundation/Founder/President