Interning with My Sisters' Place
by - Mar 02, 2022
Hear from our recent intern, Sarah Vibbert, as she reflects on her time spent with MSP!
by - Mar 02, 2022
Hear from our recent intern, Sarah Vibbert, as she reflects on her time spent with MSP!
by - Feb 14, 2022
Our determination to provide safety and healing to survivors never wavered over this past year, even as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to pose unique challenges. Our clients provide us with extraordinary inspiration everyday as they each navigate their journey towards safety and hope. Join us as we reflect on what MSP was able to accomplish in 2021, and see how we plan to continue serving survivors in 2022 and beyond.
by Admin - Jan 31, 2022
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month! At My Sisters’ Place, we see many human trafficking survivors, and know that there are many misconceptions about the topic. It is crucial in our role as case managers and advocates to share information about the subject of human trafficking and share how our survivors find ways to heal as they move forward in their lives.
by - Nov 01, 2021
Creating a safety plan is a crucial part of many survivors’ healing processes. It’s exactly what the name implies: it’s an outline of ways for survivors to stay as safe as possible around their abusers and/or if they choose to leave their abuser. Whether this blog is helpful to you or a loved one, read on to learn more about how to create a safety plan.
by - Oct 07, 2021
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. While we dedicate every day to supporting survivors and educating community members about domestic violence, we’re dedicating this month to continuing these crucial conversations. Let’s jump in by taking a look at some common myths and misconceptions about domestic violence.
by - Sep 02, 2021
MSP provides educational workshops and trainings on domestic violence and healthy relationships, as well as student leadership opportunities like our Giant Steps program and Summer Leadership Institute. By attending our workshops or joining our leadership programs, you too are part of the movement to create a world where everyone has the basic human right to be free from gender-based violence and to engage in relationships that embrace the principles of respect, equality, and safety. Read on to learn about each of our education staff members and what they do at MSP!
by - Apr 23, 2021
Technology makes it easy to stay connected even when we can’t be together physically—whether through social media, texting, or video chat. In a time where everyone is so interconnected, boundaries take on new forms. Respecting people’s boundaries and maintaining healthy relationships online is just as important as it is in-person, which requires “digital consent.”
by - Feb 26, 2021
Calling all parents and caregivers! Teaching your kids about healthy relationships doesn't have to be awkward. Continue reading to learn how to have these difficult conversations and replicate healthy relationships for the teens in your life.
by - Feb 19, 2021
There are many different reasons why someone might find it hard to leave an abusive relationship. It takes a lot of courage for survivors to tell others about their abuse and to seek help. Read on to find out different barriers survivors may face when trying to leave an abusive relationship.
by - Feb 12, 2021
Do you ever wonder what you're looking for in a relationship or what a healthy relationship looks like? Doing "Heart Checks" with yourself and your partner(s) can help you figure out how you're feeling and check in with the status of your relationship.