Name: Why children stay silent following sexual violence
Uploaded: 2020-10-22T19:48:33Z
Duration: 13 min 18 s
Description: Sexual assault is never the victim's fault, says advocate Kristin Jones. In this courageous talk, she tells her story of overcoming the shame that followed sexual abuse as a teenager -- and shares how parents can foster an open conversation about abuse to empower kids and encourage them to ask for help. (This talk contains mature content.)

Sexual assault is never the victim's fault, says advocate Kristin Jones. In this courageous talk, she tells her story of overcoming the shame that followed sexual abuse as a teenager -- and shares how parents can foster an open conversation about abuse to empower kids and encourage them to ask for help. (This talk contains mature content.)

Kristin Jones: Why children stay silent following sexual violence

Why children stay silent following sexual violence

Overcoming shame's grip, a survivor shares her journey from silence to empowerment, highlighting sexual assault's deep scars.

Shifting the narrative, it's revealed how societal messages can inadvertently place blame on victims, perpetuating cycles of shame.

Emphasizing resilience, the narrative shifts towards teaching children strength in vulnerability, dismantling the foundations of shame.