APRIL IS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH (SAAM)
Sexual assault is not just a moment — it’s a life-altering experience. People who have experienced sexual assault are more likely to face:
PTSD and anxiety
Depression and suicidal thoughts
Trouble sleeping or trusting others
Difficulty with relationships and intimacy
Struggles at school or work
But they are also more likely to be survivors who rise.
At Vividbound, we walk alongside survivors as th
"Sexual violence is any type of unwanted sexual contact. This includes words and actions of a sexual nature against a person's will and without their consent", according to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center.
April is SAAM
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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)
At Vividbound, we stand with survivors. We honor your experiences, your strength, and your healing journey. This month, we raise our voices to break the silence, challenge the stigma, and promote prevention.
1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men experience sexual violence in their lifetime. These are not just numbers they are our sisters, brothers, friends, and neighbors.
Join us this month as we spread awareness, support survivors, and educate our community. Together, we can create a culture where consent is understood, respected, and upheld.
You are not alone. You are believed. You are supported.
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As a sponsor of Vividbound, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of those we serve. Your support will help us to expand our programs and services, reach more people in need, and make a lasting difference in the community. Contact us today to learn more about becoming a sponsor.
Vividbound Making a Difference in Partnerships
Vividbound Will Be a Vendor at the Sip & See Wine Walk!
We’re excited to share that Vividbound will be a vendor at the 1st Annual Sip & See Wine Walk in downtown Benson, NC on April 11, 2025!
This special event aligns beautifully with Vividbound’s mission of supporting survivors and raising awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault—especially during Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM).
As you stroll the charming streets of Benson, enjoy local art, visit small businesses, and gain insight into the realities of abuse and healing. We'll be there sharing resources, offering support, and connecting with the community.
Event Highlights:
Art displays by local artists with powerful messages.
Wine tastings (with a $25 advance ticket).
Live concert at 8 PM featuring the Liquid Pleasure Band.
FREE admission to art displays and concert!
Proceeds benefit BuildHER Collaboration Corp, a nonprofit uplifting survivors of abuse.
Bring your friends, your heart for change, and your favorite lawn chair. Let’s sip, see, and stand together.
We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Buildher Collaborations Corp. and Tina Bailey. Stay tuned to find out about our next collaborations!
We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with StandUp-SpeakOut of NC. Stay tuned to find out about next collaborations!
Vividbound, in partnership with StandUp-SpeakOut NC, invites you to the:
BREATHE LIFE WELLNESS WALK
Join us for the Breathe Life Wellness Walk, a moment to pause, breathe, and move with intention. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a journey toward healing, empowerment, and solidarity. We’ll begin with grounding and reflection, followed by a community walk and flow that centers mindfulness, breathwork, and collective care. Whether you are walking for yourself, a survivor, for someone you love, or in remembrance—your steps matter.
This SAAM, we’re choosing movement over silence. Stillness over chaos. Connection over isolation. Walk with us in honor. Walk with us in healing. Walk with us in community.
MeetUp begins at 9am
Grounding & Reflections 9:30am
Community Walk & Flow 9:45am-10:45am
Closing Meditation 10:50-11am
Open to all, bring your family and friends. The event is free, but we encourage registration to help us ensure we have accurate headcount.
We look forward to a powerful day in community.
The Self-Care Healing from within Beauty Bag
Donated by Quality Staffing 2023
Kara Bertoncino is the Vice President Operations & Leslie Norris-Joyce is the Recruiting Director of Quality Staffing. The Self-Care Healing from within Beauty Bags were donated by Quality Staffing. In honor of SAAM, Vividbound awarded the Vividbound Courageous Award Recipients with the beauty bags.
Beauty Day at the ROYAL ESSENCE SALON/BOUTIQUE
Donated by Royal Essence Salon/Boutique 2023
Janice Jackson Hubert is the CEO and Master Stylist of Royal Essence Salon/Boutique. Professional haircare services, lunch, and venue were donated by Royal Essence Salon/Boutique. In honor of SAAM, Vividbound awarded the Vividbound Courage Award Recipients an invite to attend beauty day.
The Vividbound Courageous Award Community Outreach Event Held In Honor of SAAM 2023
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)
"In 2001, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) launched their first SAAM campaign to better educate the public about their role in sexual assault prevention. Eight years later, President Barack Obama officially declared April as SAAM. And to all of you who are survivors of sexual violence, we believe you, and we stand with you"
Quality Staffing
Vividbound is honored to announce the continued partnership with Quality Staffing! This phenomenal team provided the needs for the Self-Care Healing from within Beauty Bags that were gifted to the Vividbound Courageous Award Recipients.
In honor of SAAM, Vividbound awarded several women who are homeless or were recently displaced due to domestic violence/sexual assault to receive the Vividbound Courageous Award. The Vividbound Courageous Award entailed an invited to attend the Vividbound Courageous Award Community Outreach Event. The community outreach event provided the awarded recipients with a beauty day at a salon which included facials, professional haircare services, lunch, snack/treat bag, skin care bag, and a Self-Care Healing from within Beauty Bag.
Most importantly, the Vividbound Courageous Award Recipients were beyond grateful to receive all the much-needed items provided within the Self-Care Healing from within Beauty Bags that were provided by the Quality Staffing team.
Moreover, Vividbound in partnership with Quality Staffing has great things planned in support of survivors of abuse as well as community outreach events planned for this year. Essentially, Vividbound would not have been able to continue to provide resources to the clients of Vividbound without the support of Quality Staffing. Stay tuned to see all that Vividbound and Quality Staffing has in store this year!
The Ladies Birthday Club Along with the Royal Essence Salon/Boutique
Vividbound is excited to announce a new partnership with the Ladies Birthday Club Celebration along with the Royal Essence Salon/Boutique! This fabulous team of women provided the food, venue, professional haircare services, and volunteer services needed for the Vividbound Courageous Award Community Outreach Event held in honor of SAAM.
In honor of SAAM, Vividbound awarded several women who are homeless or recently displaced due to domestic violence/sexual assault to receive the Vividbound Courageous Award. The Vividbound Courageous Award Recipients were awarded by with an invitation to attend the Vividbound Courageous Award Community Outreach Event.
The community outreach event entailed a beauty day at the Royal Essence Beauty Salon. The Royal Essence Beauty Salon shut down their services to the public for the day to cater to the Vividbound Courageous Award Recipients. In addition, the Vividbound Courageous Award Recipients received facials and were provided food. Moreover, each recipient was given a Self-Care Healing from within Beauty Bag filled with self-care goodies, Skin Care Bag filled with skin care items, and Snack Bag filled with a variety of snacks.
Essentially, the community outreach event was a huge success thanks to the Ladies Birthday Club Celebration along with the Royal Essence Salon/Boutique.
Sexual Assault +Sexual Harassment
Did you know every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Help put an end to sexual assault +sexual harassment by first learning about the different ways sexual assault /sexually harassed survivors have been impacted by their trauma. Believe and support survivors of abuse.
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