SURVIVORS SPEAK:

How to Share Your Story to Advocate for Legislative Change in Nebraska

Navigating policy-making and legislation can be challenging and overwhelming for survivors who are considering sharing their story. The Survivors Speak guide was written by and for survivors. The goal is to support survivors engaging in legislative advocacy in Nebraska. This project was completed as a collaboration between the 13 organizations and individuals listed at the bottom of this page.

Check out the whole guide or explore sections of interest:

SURVIVORS SPEAK: The Whole Guide
 
FAQs about committee hearings
 
How bills become laws in Nebraska
 
Key facts about committee hearings
Ways to impact laws in Nebraska
 
Tips for testifying in person
Deciding to get involved
 
Tips for writing testimony
 

APPENDICES

Appendix A: Trauma recovery and self-care
Appendix B: Support Resources
Appendix C: Additional Reading

Senators Guide: The guide linked below is intended to help Nebraska’s state senators be trauma-informed and supportive in their interactions with survivors who are sharing their lived experiences.

Senators Guide

Survivors Speak was a collaboration!

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