Educational Outreach-Sharing Victim Perspectives

Phyllis’s Garden is dedicated to ensuring that survivors of sexual assault are not only supported but also represented in the community. We strive to ensure that survivors’ voices are heard loud and clear through various avenues, such as podcasts, media, speaking engagements, both locally and nationally, and sharing experiences with law enforcement agencies.</p>

By listing our activities and engagements, we aim to provide transparency and assurance that we are actively advocating for victims and survivors of sexual assault. We firmly believe that speaking up and speaking out is crucial in creating a supportive and empathetic environment for survivors to heal and thrive.</p>

Phyllis’s Garden connects with the public nationwide, as well as with law enforcement, to share the experiences of sexual assault victims and how these experiences affect not only the victims but also their families and communities.

Program Impact

The Educational Outreach Program has transformed the understanding of law enforcement and the public regarding the distinct healing journey of sexual assault victims, highlighting their different needs compared to other crime victims. By sharing these perspectives, the program has influenced how law enforcement conducts interviews with victims when they report their crimes.

Where We Are Heading

UBU Celebrates Sexual Assault Awareness Month Sacramento California 4/13
POST ICI Training   Sharing My Story Sacramento California 4/16
Denim Days      12:00-2:00 Folsom Lake College 4/30
Big Day Of Giving Virtual 5/1
Sacramento Family Justice Center Advocacy Training California 5/9
Wisconsin Annual Conference for Victim Assistance Madison 5/13
San Diego IVAT Trauma Summit California 8/21

Where We Have Been

Sacramento Soroptimist California 2021
State Attorney Generals Office, Statewide Victim Assistance program Arizona 2021
SART 11th Annual Summit California 2022
Solicitors Annual Conference South Carolina 2023
Conference on Crimes Against Women Texas 2023
Every Victim Every Time Texas 2023
Wisconsin SPET Conference Lacrosse 2024
Utah Council on Victims of Crime Salt Lake City 2024
Sacramento Rotary Club California 2024
Wisconsin SPET Conference Appleton 2024