In the United States, Pride Month was officially first recognized in 1999 by former President Bill Clinton. Originally, the month was established to commemorate revolutionary moments in LGBTQ+ history, including the Stonewall uprising in 1969 and activist movements such as Take Back the Night. Over time, Pride Month has become widely recognized as a celebration of visibility, identity, and community. Today, Pride is often associated with colorful events, community gatherings, visibility...

Sexual Assault Awareness Month can bring up a lot of emotions: Grief, anger, reflection, or even a quiet realization that something needs to shift. For some, it creates language where there weren’t any before. For others, it can mark the beginning of healing, deeper self-understanding, or a stronger connection to community. On April 25th, we gathered for Walk In Their Shoes—a day centered on support, visibility, and standing together against sexual violence. Through shared space,...

Since 2001, April has been nationally and internationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Since 2019, The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors has hosted an annual walk to garner support and raise awareness for both survivors and the services they offer. The Center exists because of its survivors, supporters, and history. While the "Walk in Their Shoes (WITS)" event may be seen as a single occasion to come together to raise awareness and support survivors, the concept of...