Testimonials

 J. Kristine Georgia

I've been attending My Sister's Keeper "Herstory" for almost a year. I  can't believe how long it's been. I know it probably sounds corny, but  what I have gained from my experience as a support group member has been  monumental and so precious. Before I joined My Sister's Keeper, I was  struggling tremendously with denial and shame that threatened my job, my  relationship, and quite frankly my sanity. The idea of making time and  room for another commitment like a support group was very daunting to  me, and I was worried the support and community wouldn't be able to  reach me. But Dawn has a powerful way of meeting survivors where we are  and saying, "Hey, I know you're on a journey, and I know it isn't easy.  Can I walk with you?" She doesn't make empty promises or sugarcoat the  difficult work of processing sexual assault and abuse,

and  as as a survivor herself, she recognizes and honors that each path to  healing and self-acceptance is sacred to each survivor, and we define  what and how that looks in our lives. I'm learning to set boundaries,  say and trust the power of my "no!", and hold grace and compassion for  who I have been. The progress I've made as a member in this community is  due in large part to who Dawn is, the tireless work she puts in, and  who she believed I could be for myself. When you feel ready to have the  difficult conversation, and tell the difficult story, I promise you  won't regret it.

A.S-H - South East of England UK 

Since joining HerStory HerStory Programme from the first meeting with  Dawn one to one, I felt at ease quickly felt fully informed, welcomed  and knew it was right for me to try & it IS.  I was so welcomed by the courageous women in the group session and  sharing felt easy which is not a natural thing for Survivors, so often  silenced. Dawn leads a challenging & healing programme, with support. There is  so much support, encouragement & motivation from Dawn, the group  discussions are open and safe within such supportive amazingly brave  ladies. The work that has been set in between meetings has been so  enlighting, bringing things to the surface that felt or were stuck  buried, enabling me to realise how much it takes to Survive rather than  guilt or shame. Aswell as challenging my thoughts and understanding.  The programme is unique, so well presented by Dawn, and really covers  topics. Dawn's positive and joyful beautiful personality & in the  group she really listens, identifies, emphatic & is always there for  you, at the group & in between sessions. Signed up now for all the  future sessions available on Eventbrite, feeling fully committed &  have already learned a lot including about myself. HerStory truly is  amazing.