We believe in building a community where you can feel safe, seen, and heard. One of the many ways that we can combat future violence is to develop healthy social norms through understanding and acceptance. Over 57 million individuals (ages 18+) experience mental illness in the United States, most commonly depression, anxiety, an eating disorder, […]
Sexual Violence
Never Alone: Advocacy & Emergency Rooms
It’s 2:00 am on a cool fall night and the sudden ringing of your cellphone invades the quiet and safety of sleep. Your eyes open and you stare at it for a moment, sliding it from the bedside table and answering it. It’s one of Albion’s 24/7 staff members & Jane, a Sexual Assault Examiner […]
Self Preservation & The Weight of Blame
Sure you turned right on a red light, but maybe the driver who just slammed into your car should have been paying attention and seen you. How were you supposed to see them around the giant tree blocking your view? Self-Preservation & Shame Have you ever experienced a negative interaction and recognized that you are […]
Relationships, Red Flags, and Abuse
In late January of 2019, the first trailer for Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil & Vile was released and sent shockwaves across the internet as individuals expressed anger. Aptly named by the famous post-sentencing remarks of Judge Edward Cowart, the film appears to blur the line between documentary and fiction as it follows the lives of serial […]
Albion Stands with LGBTQ Survivors
June is LGBTQ Pride Month. Albion Fellows Bacon Center reaffirms our continued advocacy and support for ALL individuals who have or are experiencing sexual or domestic violence. Sexual and domestic violence can occur in a variety of relationships and can happen to anyone. Members of the LGBTQ community can experience a disproportionate rate of […]