a non profit 501(c)3
Because of you, more kids are being protected, more adult survivors served!
NAASCA has a single purpose, to address issues related to childhood abuse and trauma including sexual assault, violent or physical abuse, emotional traumas and neglect .. and we do so from two specific perspectives
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- educating the public, especially as related to getting society over the taboo of discussing childhood sexual abuse, presenting the facts that show child abuse to be a pandemic, worldwide problem that affects everyone
- offering hope for healing through numerous paths, providing many services to adult survivors of child abuse and information for anyone interested in the many issues involving prevention, intervention and recovery
Building a survivor community ... because
together we can do what we cannot do alone
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Welcome to the November 2017 Newsletter
Thank you for subscribing to NAASCA's newsletter mailing list!
Please encourage others to stay in touch with us by
'Gratitude' - this month's newsletter theme
November is National Gratitude Month in the USA and Canada
- Shift our focus to what is positive in our lives
- Deeper connection to ourselves, the world around us, and spirituality
November 20th is Universal Children's Day
November 25th is International Day for the
Elimination of Violence Against Women
- Focus on fundraising to target poverty eradication, violence prevention, gender based anti-discrimination laws and accountability,
- Nov 25 to Dec 10 UNiTE to End Violence against Women campaign by the United Nations seeks to address the global pandemic of violence against women and girls
- "Orange the World" fundraising events; #orangetheworld
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Did you know science has shown there are several benefits of gratitude? **
Boosts self-esteem. Strengthens relationships. Enhances empathy. Improves sleep. Better overall health. Decreases stress.
Another fun way to show your appreciation is to post each day on your favorite social media site (facebook, twitter, instagram, etc.) something you are grateful for that day. You can include a photo, video, or inspiring quote that makes you happy, peaceful, grateful and reminds you of all the positives in your life. You can use #novemberisgratitudemonth, and/or #grateful.
Feel free to share about what you are grateful for in your recovery as a survivor with us on NAASCA's Facebook page. We'd love to hear from you!
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Monthly Spotlight On A Fabulous NAASCA Volunteer !
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Meet MJ Goyings
(Ohio, USA)
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MJ is the mother of two grown children and three grandchildren. She graduated from Pennsylvania State University and worked as a registered nurse for many years, mainly in the ER, until retiring in 2015. MJ didn't relax in retirement for long though! She then began her current profession as an onsite investigator of death scenes with the county coroner office. MJ loves sports! Even though she has lived in Ohoio for 28 years, she is a loyal fan of her Alma Mater state teams, the Nittany Lions, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
When asked how she became involved with NAASCA, MJ responded:
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I met Bill Murray in an online chat
room in 1999 and neither of us have been able to get rid of the other, ever since. I started working with him and his LACP website in January 2003 so when he decided to create NAASCA to support survivors of child abuse, I slid into the role of helping him, even though I myself am not a survivor.
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This month's theme is gratitude. When asked what she is grateful for, MJ replied:
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I don’t know where to begin for all the things I am grateful for. I guess I should say the basics: the love of family, good health and a lifestyle that is comfortable.
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MJ's work includes spending time every day researching current news articles pertaining to abuse, neglect, and survivorship to be posted on the LACP and NAASCA websites on the "News of the Week" page.
Another part of her volunteer work includes co-hosting NAASCA's free online live streaming radio show "Community Matters" every Sunday evening. This show focuses on the current news of the week and invites
community call-in participation from listeners anywhere in the world.
Want to be part of the show, have an article you would like NAASCA to discuss, or just want to say hello to MJ? Send her an email at:
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NAASCA is Grateful to All Our Members and Volunteers !
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Did you know that NAASCA is
entirely staffed by non-paid volunteers
including the Board of Directors?
All the services, programs, tools, resources, and social media efforts that we offer entirely FREE to anyone, anytime, anywhere in the world are staffed by volunteers from our NAASCA family!
It literally would not be possible without YOU.
There are many ways you can volunteer with NAASCA. If you have a little time or a lot, your help is greatly appreciated and needed. Check out our list of available positions here:
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Have You Listened to Our Radio Show Lately ?
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Six nights a week we broadcast an internet-based live streaming talk show. Tune in on Sundays for 'Community Matters,' and Monday-Friday for 'Stop Child Abuse Now' (SCAN). Every show begins at 8pm EST, 5pm PAC.
We really want to hear from you!
You can participate by calling
(
646) 595-2118
during the live show to listen in, give a comment or question, or to be part of our guest panel.
You can also join the conversation by using the online chat available while the live show is airing once you create a Blog Talk Radio account.
Miss An Episode? No Problem!
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Are You a Survivor of Child Abuse Looking for Support ?
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In need of supports in your local community?
NAASCA provides listings for your local area in our
Recovery Groups and Services
page.
We have gathered ALL the English speaking recovery groups and services we can find,
not only in
North America but from around the world. This list can connect you with numerous agencies, therapy, support groups, organizations, and other resources in your local area.
Looking for support for when you are at home?
Can't find a group you can get to easily or want to connect when it is after business hours? Needing a way to talk about your story but want to stay anonymous? On the same page of our website NAASCA also provides a link to another separate comprehensive listing to
On-Line Groups and Services
for Internet-based recovery groups.
As you can imagine, keeping this listing current and updated is a huge daily task. You can help other survivors find the support they need by submitting any updates or corrections to our volunteer, Carolin, by emailing:
You can submit any updates, or corrections for the online resource list to our volunteer, Valerie, by emailing:
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All members of NAASCA are part of our NAASCA family, and that is not just something we say. We care about each other and that includes YOU.
We want you to feel comfortable reaching out to any of our volunteers, with any of your questions about what NAASCA offers or help navigating the website.
Even if you simply want someone to talk to when you are dealing with a difficult moment in your recovery as a survivor... we are here for you.
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A Note from Our Founder and CEO:
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Healing from child abuse and trauma can be a very lonely journey .. but you'll never be alone again, a day at a time, if you don't want to be !!
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NAASCA belongs to no other group and receives no outside funding. We're self-supporting through our own members' voluntary contributions.
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Please consider a one time
or recurring donation
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Thanking you for all you do in the fight against child abuse and trauma and welcoming you to engage with your NAASCA family, I remain, as always,
Yours in service,
Bill Murray
, Founder and CEO
National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse.
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