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

Febrero 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 […]

Welcome Pierre Berastaín, SAFE’s New CEO

Noviembre 24, 2025

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 Diciembre […]

National Adoption Month: Scarlet and Teresa’s Adoption Journey

Noviembre 6, 2025

Noviembre 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 […]

Your Gifts Keep Kids SAFE!

Septiembre 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 […]

The Kids are Not Alright: Hundreds of Families Face Homelessness

Agosto 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 […]

What My Job Has Taught Me About Abuse

Julio 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 […]

Healing Through Creative Expression: Art as a Tool for Survivors

Mayo 16, 2025

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. […]

The Violent Reality of Strangulation

Abril 11, 2025

When we think about intimate partner violence (IPV) and sexual assault, strangulation is often overlooked even though it is one of the strongest predictors of homicide in abusive relationships. Victims […]

Influencer Culture and Toxic Relationships: Spotting Red Flags Online

Febrero 20, 2025

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) is a time to reflect on the ways unhealthy relationship behaviors can manifest, particularly for young people. Social media has given us unprecedented access […]

The Last Time We Crawl: Summer Willis’ Record-Breaking Marathon for Survivors

Febrero 19, 2025

At 4:45am on Febrero 15, before the city stirred awake, Summer Willis dropped to her hands and knees on the pavement of the Austin Highschool Track. In the silence of […]