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These stories describe deepfake abuse, sextortion, and the sharing of intimate images without consent. Some include mentions of self-harm and suicide. There is no rush and no right order — step away whenever you need to. If you need help right now, reach out to us.
Andrea Powell · August 10, 2026
"Can I just hug you?" That's what my new boyfriend said the first time I blurted out that I was a survivor of sexual violence. We were on a date, both of us soaked through from a typical DC October rain. I took a breath and said, "I was sex…
Read the full storyAndrea Powell · August 9, 2026
“What someone else did to you is theirs to carry. It's their shame. And their shame should not get free rent living inside your mind.”
“But, I just wish I’d never shared my nudes with him. I wish I’d never taken them. I’m a total joke.” Those were the words a 20 year old young woman said to me. She had no idea if her friend was actually going to share them or not. She didn…
Read the full storyAndrea Powell · August 8, 2026
“You have nothing to be ashamed of. The shame belongs to them.”
It’s like everyone is talking about “revenge porn” these days. From Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent press release to actress Mischa Barton bravely taking an ex-boyfriend to court for trying to sell her private videos, or Blac Chyna…
Read the full storyAndrea Powell · August 8, 2026
“"I want my images taken down, but I don't want to lose the evidence of what happened to me."”
If you are reading this with a racing heart, wondering how you are going to survive this, I want you to take a deep breath. You are not alone, this is not your fault, and there is a path forward. I was up late one evening talking with a you…
Read the full storyAndrea Powell · August 8, 2026
“What if it’s someone you love. A friend. A partner. A family member even.”
**Content note:** This post discusses image-based sexual abuse, surveillance, and coercive control by an intimate partner. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 (U.S.) or your local emergency number. Most of the warnings about sharing re…
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