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Voices Over Silence (“VOS”)

Thank you for trusting us with your story. Your voice matters, and your experience can help others feel less alone. Please read the guidelines carefully to protect your safety and privacy.

1. Safety Reminder 

If you are in immediate danger, please exit this page and contact emergency services or a crisis hotline.

This platform is anonymous, non‑judgmental, and moderated for safety. We do not allow identifying information or details that could put you or others at risk.

2. About You (Optional)

Name or Nickname (Optional): You may use a pseudonym. Please do not use your real full name.

Age Range (Optional):

• Under      18
• 18–24
• 25–34
• 35–44
• 45–54
• 55+
• Prefer      not to say

Location (Optional): City/State or general region only — no exact addresses.

3. Your Story

Story Title (Optional): A short title that captures your experience.

Your Story (Required): Please share your experience in your own words. Do not include names, addresses, workplaces, or any identifying details. Our moderators may edit for safety and clarity.

Suggested Prompts (Optional):

• What      happened?
• How      did it affect you?
• What      helped you survive or heal?
• What      do you want others to know?

4. Trigger Warnings (Optional)

Check any that apply so we can label your story appropriately.

• Physical      abuse
• Emotional      abuse
• Sexual      abuse
• Financial      abuse
• Child      abuse
• Stalking
• Gaslighting
• Self‑harm
• Substance      abuse
• Other:      ____________________

5. Resource Needs (Optional)

Would you like us to include specific types of resources at the end of your story?

• Domestic      violence hotline
• Shelter      locator
• Legal      aid
• Counseling/mental      health support
• Safety      planning tools
• None
• Other:      ____________________