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Author - Mariá Balata

Mariá Balata is the director of advocacy services at Resilience, an organization in Chicago dedicated to the healing and empowerment of survivors of sexual violence. For free and confidential support, visit ourresilience.org or rainn.org for nationwide resources.

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One advocate helps abuse survivors move toward wholeness

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