Supporting survivors of sexual assault.
How we can help
Bridging Hope provides a wide range of services to survivors of any type of sexual abuse or assault, no matter when it occurred. Our free and confidential resources are available 24/7 to survivors ages 13 and older, and their loved ones, in Dawson, Forsyth, Habersham, Hall, Lumpkin and White counties in Georgia.
If you or someone you know has experienced any type of sexual abuse or assault, call our 24- hour crisis line.Β
Education is Power
Education is a crucial piece in raising awareness and safeguarding individuals from the threat of sexual violence. Our team is passionate about empowering our community through education and awareness that provides individuals with the tools to recognize, help prevent, and respond to sexual assault.
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π« Staff Spotlight: Bilingual Advocate Camila Colman! π«
Camila brings both her passion and her voice as a native Spanish speaker to serving our community. She earned her bachelor`s in Criminal Justice from the University of North Georgia, where she also supported students as a Resident Assistant and created opportunities for connection and advocacy. Camila went on to intern with the GBI, gaining experience in crime scene processing, assisting with the Crimes Against Children Unit, and shadowing special agents. Her career goal has always been simple but powerful: to help people in any way she can. β€οΈβπ©Ή When she`s not working, you can find Camila reading a good book or out on a run. πππ»ββοΈ We are so grateful to have her as part of the Bridging Hope team!
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ππ©΅ Today is World Kindness Day | A reminder that even the smallest acts of compassion can create ripples of hope.
At Bridging Hope, we see every day how kindness can bring healing, connection, and strength to survivors and our community. Let`s choose kindness today and every day. β¨
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πΊπΈ Today we honor and thank all who have served our country with courage and sacrifice. At Bridging Hope, we recognize the strength | veterans bring to our communities and remain committed to walking alongside those in need of support, advocacy, and healing. β€οΈβπ©Ή
To every veteran, we are grateful for you.
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How β¨ cozy β¨ is our new and improved group room?! Our group room is usually the first space our clients see, which is why having a comfortable, grounding and safe space is so important. Special thanks to @roomstogo and @jlgainesvillehall for helping us create such an amazing and healing space π
π Interested in Making an Impact in our Community? π
We have opportunities to serve through our Volunteer Program and our Prevention Education Program! Whether you want to give your time, share your skills, or get paid to educate and empower students, there`s a place for you here.
ππ» Scan the QR codes on this post to learn more and take the next step in making a difference. Together, we can build a safer, stronger community. β€οΈβπ©Ή
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π Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to Katherine Mitchell, our Therapy Program Director & Therapsit! π
Katherine has been serving survivors with compassion and expertise since 2017, bringing her heart for healing to Bridging Hope in 2023.
With a Master`s in Social Work from the University of Central Florida, specialized training in trauma treatment (including EMDR and CST-1) and years of experience supporting survivors, Katherine is a true gift to our team and the clients she serves.
Outside of work, you can find her hiking with her family, staying active at the gym, or playing outdoors with her children. πΏβ¨
We are so grateful for Katherine and the light she brings to our mission every day. Help us celebrate her today in the comments below!
Thank you to the Junior League of Gainesville-Hall County for brightening our group room through their Done in a Day project! π This space is often the first room survivors see when they arrive, and their hard work helps make it feel like a place of healing and hope. β¨
Itβs National Forensic Nurses Week! π At Bridging Hope, weβre proud to have two in-house forensic nurses (Emily & Janie, pictured above!) and nine amazing contract nurses who make sure survivors receive trauma-informed care every day of the year. Thank you for being the calm, strength, and voice for those who need it most. π
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