“Hello there! I’m here to provide you with a bit of information on what it means to be a bystander of sexual and gender-based violence. I would like to remind you that suggestions on this post should not be taken as medical advice, legal advice, therapy, etc. or as a one-size-fits-all approach. Keep in mind that every individual’s journey of experiencing and navigating through stress or trauma is distinctive because you are one of a kind and no person is truly like you! Experiencing abuse in any form is NOT OKAY, but what you are experiencing as a result of abuse is valid. Please know that healing is not a formula and is not for anyone else to define for you. You do you, and you follow all that you need to follow, to help yourself. If you need additional resources or just someone to talk to, feel free to reach out to Imaara Foundation."
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To use the Imaara Survivor Support Foundation site, you do not have to be a survivor of gender-based violence. Imaara equips you to be a positive, action-oriented and supportive by-stander in the event of sexual violence, and in helping a survivor take steps towards seeking help when they need it. Here is a simple guide to keep in mind around what it takes to be a positive by-stander.
What is a bystander?
A bystander is any individual who is present around when something happens – but is not directly involved in the event itself.
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What is a bystander in a case of sexual assault?
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