My Purpose Has Always Been G.R.I.T. I empower women suffering in the silence of trauma to break free from shame and reclaim their power, starting with the very first time they speak their truth.

Shannon Nicole sharing her survivor story with the MOCSA Board of Directors. Photo courtesy of MOCSA I have the distinct privilege of serving on the MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault) Speaker’s Bureau. As a sexual assault survivor, it is incredibly important to me to advocate for others, give back to this space, and serve our community. Recently, I had the opportunity to share my story with the MOCSA Board of Directors. Even after so many years, it st

If you've been carrying the weight of sexual trauma — in silence, in shame, in the relentless hope that one day you'll feel like yourself again — I need you to hear this first: healing is not only possible. It is your birthright.