The flicker of a screen was often the only light in apartment. For years, she had been a "survivor" in the literal sense, having escaped a cycle of domestic abuse, but she remained a ghost in her own life. The trauma was a silent weight, tucked away behind polite smiles and a quiet job at the local library.

Whether shared in a video series, a written blog, or a live panel, each story plants a seed of possibility for someone still in the dark.

Sharing trauma can be re-traumatizing. Campaigns must ensure survivors have access to emotional support throughout the process.