I was at work one day and a coworker of mine who is higher up than I was sexually assaulted me. It was horrible and what happened after was also awful. I reported it and was treated like garbage. Although I intern got very frustrated and acted out in my frustration because I was being misled to believe that they were on my side. They ended up blaming the victim which I have come to find out is very typical and a very sad reality. No one should ever feel afraid of their workplace. I know longer work at this facility however he still works there. They let him roam free and I somehow got punished. I’m hoping that by putting my story out there I can feel some relief. Thank you.
— Survivor, age 28
Dear survivor – thank you so much for posting your story here. I really hope it provided you a little relief, as I hope reading the stories of others will show you that you are not alone. You’re absolutely right that the victim is not to blame and you shouldn’t have had to leave your job. I hope you are able to get some counseling because the feelings that come with sexual assault are complicated and can be a lot to carry alone. I wish you healing, peace, and love! Alexis