She was the only person who listened to me after my assault without any judgement

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I had an incredible experience with Lisa Leavitt, BYU’s survivor advocate. She was the only person who listened to me after my assault without any judgement and who validated the way I was feeling. At the same time, I met with the Title IX office at BYU and it was HORRIFIC. I asked for a…… Continue reading She was the only person who listened to me after my assault without any judgement

This was not about my safety. It was another deception.

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CW: Suicide, police, and a brief mention of abuse I came to BYU happy to be away from my abusive family. I lived in Heritage Halls, barely 19 and very naïve. I knew I was gay, but I was not out to anyone except my Heritage YSA Ward’s Bishop and two close friends from home.…… Continue reading This was not about my safety. It was another deception.