Speak from the heart and find common ground with your audience to build trust.

Focus on one or two impactful points rather than every detail. A powerful "30-second story" is often more effective for quick engagement.

When nonprofits facilitate survivor storytelling, they must prioritize the storyteller’s well-being over fundraising goals. Survivor Storytelling 101 - RAINN

Campaigns can take many forms depending on the target audience and the desired impact.

Proclamations are formal declarations by officials that recognize a cause, often sparked by compelling survivor narratives presented to local government. Ethical Considerations for Organizations

Use platforms like Instagram or YouTube for broad reach, using vignettes or short video stories to humanize the issue.

Survivor stories are transformative tools in awareness campaigns, humanizing complex social issues and inspiring action through empathy rather than just data. This guide covers how to tell these stories effectively and how to structure campaigns that honor survivors' experiences.

The What Were You Wearing Campaign uses survivor stories alongside clothing descriptions to dismantle myths about victim-blaming.