Request for Proposals


May 12, 2026

Fractional General Counsel Services Issue Date: May 11, 2026 Proposals Due: June 11, 2026 [Submit Your Proposal Here] Point of Contact: Anna Belle Burleson, Executive Assistant to the CEO

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“The Pitt” Reveals the Need for Trauma Informed, Survivor-Centered Care


April 17, 2026

“The Pitt” is a medical drama set in a fictional hospital in Pittsburgh, following emergency department staff through the intensity of a single 15-hour shift. The series highlights the realities […]

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How to Support a Teen Who Discloses Relationship Violence: A Guide for Parents, Educators, and Trusted Adults 


February 20, 2026

One in three teens will experience some form of violence in their relationships.  We not only have a responsibility to keep our teens safe—we have an opportunity to end this […]

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1 in 3 Teens Experience Dating Violence. How is Expect Respect Changing That?


February 12, 2026

One in three teens will experience some form of violence in their relationships.  As parents, educators, youth workers, and community members, we might wonder if this is happening to any […]

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Welcome Pierre Berastaín, SAFE’s New CEO


November 24, 2025
Pierre Berastaín Headshot

Dear SAFE supporters, I want to share news that fills me with both gratitude and excitement: Dr. Pierre Berastaín will join SAFE as our next Chief Executive Officer on December […]

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National Adoption Month: Scarlet and Teresa’s Adoption Journey


November 6, 2025

November is National Adoption Month, a time to recognize the families that form through patience, care, and the shared belief that every child deserves safety and stability. At SAFE, we […]

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Your Gifts Keep Kids SAFE!


September 5, 2025

Protecting Austin’s Most Vulnerable Children Every night in Austin, children face unimaginable challenges. At SAFE, we believe every child deserves safety, stability, and the chance to heal from trauma. Our […]

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The Kids are Not Alright: Hundreds of Families Face Homelessness


August 15, 2025

Right now, there are a lot of kids who are homeless in Austin. Most people probably don’t know that there are actually 1,284 households with children without a home in […]

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What My Job Has Taught Me About Abuse


July 2, 2025

Dear reader,  What if the words we choose could help someone feel seen, believed, and safe? What if marketing wasn’t just a job, but a way to make healing more […]

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Healing Through Creative Expression: Art as a Tool for Survivors 


May 16, 2025
Woman painting on a canvas

Healing from trauma is a deeply personal journey, and for many survivors of abuse, traditional talk therapy may not be enough to process the complex emotions and memories they carry. […]

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