When I was 12 one man was raped me after my birthday party. I kicked him but he was too strong. I was crying like hell. But no one can listen because I was in the garage. He was my father’s friend & he was drunk. I got 8 scars. I am so scared to tell my parents. I never told him. Now I am 15. It was my mistake. I had told my parents to celebrate my birthday in a great way. It was my mistake.
— Suhani, age 15
Dear Suhani,
None of this was your fault or your mistake. This man made a decision to rape you. You did nothing wrong and I hope you are able to come to terms with this fact. You will tell your parents when you are ready to. It is yours to tell when you choose. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts. You are very very brave. Light and love, Alissa