Strength Through Strides

Like many women, my life hasn’t always been easy, but I’m grateful I’ve always managed to keep moving forward. In college, a man spiked my drink and raped me. Afterward, I buried what happened to me, unable to cope with reality, and this repressed trauma controlled my story. I am now breaking free of the often-told lie that tells women they are weak, less-than, or victimized. I’m proving

my strength to myself and the world. Strength Through Strides is an empowerment and support program focusing on helping women overcome sexual assault. STS does this through counseling and holistic retreats

focusing on health and wellness, goal setting, mindset coaching, and community support.On March 8th, Women's Day, I will run the NYC marathon route on carrying a mattress. This endeavor, aiming for a world record, seeks to raise funds and awareness about the prevalence of sexual assault affecting 1 in 9 women. More than a physical feat, it symbolizes strength, endurance, and stands as a powerful testament to the resilience of survivors worldwide. STS invites anyone to run beside me during this

challenge to show that we will combat this horrific violence

as a community.