Issue: Domestic Violence

Organization: NewstART

A couple months ago, I found the Break the Silence Project, which seeks to “help create more awareness and dialogue on issues surrounding sexual abuse.” Through getting in touch with its founder, Dawn, I’ve been introduced to several fantastic artists, and this week’s feature is one of them. Chastity Roberts uses acrylics, multi-media and photography to help NewstART for the Family Justice Center. Chastity sent me the following story to let me in on a bit of what drives her art to help a greater cause.

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Tags: Art Therapy, Break the Silence, Domestic Violence, Family Justice Center, Haven House, Sexual Abuse

Issue: Domestic Violence

Organization: Sojourner Family Peace Center

This week: more on art therapy! Shana R. Goetsch is an artist who found me through a connection I have to the Break the Silence Project. The Break the Silence Project is geared toward creating dialogue around issues of sexual abuse, and encourages the use of art as a means of expression. I recently stumbled on the project while doing research regarding human trafficking and have been so thrilled to connect with its creator, Dawn.

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Tags: Art Therapy, Break the Silence Project, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, Sexual Abuse, Sojourner Truth House

Issue: Domestic Violence

Organization: Soul Care

I thought I’d start this blog off the best way I know how: featuring an artist that’s one of my biggest inspirations and has some of the most amazing natural talent I’ve come across in my lifetime. Not to mention, Kelli’s involvement in social justice issues runs deep. As the lead designer for Jedidiah clothing company, Kelli works with several organizations that “give back.” Below is her story in her own words, about her involvement specifically in an organization called Soul Care, and comments on why she does what she does.

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Tags: Blog, Domestic Violence, Jedidiah, Kelli Murray, Painting, Soul Care