Discover Your Tribe
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Watch this short video of our founder Katherine explaining why she created
Sisters Speak Up Society and how it will benefit you.
WELCOME TO
Sisters Speak Up Society
The premiere membership community for Black women survivors of childhood sexual abuse designed to provide inspiration, encouragement, support and accountability for their journey toward healing and living the life they desire and deserve.
Sisters Speak Up Society
is a membership community for black women survivors of childhood sexual abuse that offers benefits including:
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Access to private, members only FB group
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Live training sessions
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Live meet-n-greet with other society members
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Members only spiritual growth and personal development
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Discounts on merchandise, event registrations, and more
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AND MUCH MORE
DID YOU KNOW?
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40-60% of black women report being subjected to coercive sexual contact by age 18.
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35% of black women experienced some form of contact sexual violence during their lifetime.
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Victims of childhood sexual abuse are about 3 times more likely to experience a major depressive episode as adults.
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Less than 5% of black women who experienced childhood sexual abuse ever received counseling.
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One in 5 black women are survivors of rape.
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Victims of childhood sexual abuse are about about 4 times more likely to experience PTSD as adults.
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For every black woman who reports rape, at least 15 black women do not report.
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93% of the cases reported to police are cases where the child knew the perpetrator.
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Victims of childhood sexual abuse are about 3 times more likely to experience a major depressive episode as adults.
This is our why.
This is a Safe Space.
We understand how important the feeling of safety is to all survivors. This is true no matter where you find yourself on the journey of healing. As such, creating and cultivating a safe space for our members is an integral part of this community. While part of our goal is focused on breaking the silence of sexual abuse in our communities, that does not mean sharing individual member information without consent.
As part of joining our private-members-only Facebook community, each member must agree to our rules of engagement. These rules are in place to create an environment of security and provide peace of mind.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What topics will be covered in training sessions?
Training sessions will cover topics including: managing triggers, dealing with intimacy issues, shame, self-care, financial fitness, spiritual growth, and more.
What are meet-n-greet's and where will they occur?
Meet-n-Greet’s are opportunities for Sister Speak Up Society members to connect and network with other community members. These gatherings will take place once each quarter. They will be held both in person and virtually.
I'm a student, can I join Sisters Speak Up Society?
We welcome undergraduate student members. You may join by selecting the student membership level and entering your ‘edu’ email address upon registration.
How do I join the Facebook group?
You will receive an email with instructions to join our private-members-only Facebook group after you have successfully completed the registration process.
Will members receive individual counseling as part of membership?
Individual counseling is not part of Sisters Speak Up Society membership. However, members who desire to engage in individual therapy services will receive assistance in accessing available resources.
How do I make changes to my payment information?
You may make changes to your payment by accessing your account. You may also contact us via email at info@katherinebarner.org
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