Sexual violence can start early and its effects can last lifetime. That’s why prevention must be a priority. #SAAM

There is #NoSuchThing (rights4girls) as a child or 'underage 'sex worker'' The Telegraph Alia Waheed. By law these are sex trafficked children & the men who purchase them are sexual abusers. Please change your heading and other content accordingly. telegraph.co.uk/global-health/…

Dear The Telegraph
Alia Waheed, there's #NoSuchThing as 'underage sex workers'-- they're child sex trafficking victims. Children can't consent to commercial rape & exploitation. Please change your headline because #WordsMatter . telegraph.co.uk/global-health/… cc Talk With T

This week, R4G spoke at a Congressional staff briefing alongside survivors and allies in support of the Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, HR 7137– bipartisan legislation that provides federal criminal record relief to survivors of human trafficking. #abusetoprisonpipeline

#WednesdayWisdom from the multi-talented and risk-taking Ava DuVernay.

“Too often, these victims…are charged & sentenced as adults when they attempt to protect themselves against their adult abusers. This new law protects child sex crime victims from being transferred to adult court in such cases' -Yasmin Vafa fairfaxtimes.com/articles/fairf… via @fairfaxtimes

This #SAAM , we must address the staggering rates of violence inflicted on our Native sisters, especially when too often, it occurs at the hands of non-Native men.

During #ChildAbusePreventionMonth , it is critical to advocate for those who cannot speak up for themselves.

Sexual violence is so pervasive that rape is often the first sexual encounter for many women. This #SAAM , we must prioritize safety and prevention for all women and girls.

Big news out of VA! Governor Youngkin signs legislation making VA the 12th state in the nation to end child marriage!! Congrats to Tahirih & allies for their hard work in making this a reality! #endchildmarriage #letgirlsbegirls

Entering this week with all the confidence & strength of feminist powerhouse Mona Eltahawy.

According to @missingkids, reports of child exploitation online have grown substantially. It’s more important than ever to protect our children online. That’s why we’re urging the Senate to pass the EARN IT Act!

🚨 BIG NEWS 🚨We are thrilled to announce that Governor @glennyoungkin of Virginia signed HB 268 into law yesterday!

Great news, HB 268 was signed into law by Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday!  This legislation will help protect child trafficking victims accused of harming their exploiters from being tried as adults. By keeping these kids in the JJ system, the bill emphasizes treatment & over punishment.

This #SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth , it's important to hear the experiences and perspectives of sex trade survivors who suffer some of the most extreme forms of sexual violence from both sex buyers and other exploiters. #ListentoSurvivors CATW International

“Through signing this legislation, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting the vulnerable, defending human rights, and ensuring that Virginia remains a beacon of justice and a place of opportunity for all.”

- Gov. Glenn Youngkin on signing HB 268.

wric.com/news/virginia-…