Sabrina Sivert
Hello my name is Sabrina! I began writing as a way to heal and later on decided to share my story. I am a survivor of childhood sexual assault. I will never forget how lonely and scared I felt and want to be able to help others not feel those feelings. I also work on passing sexual assault survivor bill of rights in many states across the United States. I will never understand why I went through what I did but apart of me believes that I made it out alive to advocate for those who can't.
Why I Share My Story As a Sexual Assault Survivor
When I was 17, I experienced sexual assault. The abuse would continue for eight months. My instructor for a high school fire science program...
How You Can Help Pass A Survivors’ Bill Of Rights In Florida
I’ll never forget the day I walked into the police station to give my first statement after my rape. I was terrified as I...
You Can Love Again: My Love Story After Rape
I was a hopeless romantic growing up. Like most little girls, I dreamed of my wedding day, wondering who my husband would be. I...
8 Years Since I Reported My Abuse & My Life Has Forever Been Changed
Eight years ago on January 12, I gave my first statement. I was in class. We were doing roll-call and the police walked through...
I Am Ready To Share My Story As A Rape Survivor
I have shared many things about being a survivor of rape, but have never shared much of my story. I will always have a...
Calling Changemakers: Rise Justice Labs Is Currently Accepting Applications
Rise is a national nonprofit organization. Rise began in 2014 when the founder Amanda Nguyen decided to rewrite the law for survivors by working...
A Survivor’s Fear: When Your Abuser Is Released 
I got the phone call last week. “Your rapist is being released.” I remember feeling like my world was crashing down, and tears rapidly...
An Open Letter To My Fellow Sexual Assault Survivors
Dear Survivor,
I want to start off by telling you how incredible, strong, and brave you are. I want you to know how much I...
A Letter To My Past Self: We Survived The Assault
Dear Sabrina,
I am so sorry that you went through this. It has almost been eight years since your assault. To this day, you are...
How To Be Supportive When Talking To A Sexual Assault Survivor
When a survivor of sexual assault shares their story with you or confides in you, it can be overwhelming for both parties involved. It’s...
