Breaking the Silence,
Creating Change
Empowering survivors of sexual trauma to
advocate for transparency,
challenge culture oversexualization, and
create a safer world.
At BeyondSilences.com,
we stand with survivors,
advocate for transparent offender release processes,
challenge the over-sexualization of our culture, and
empower individuals to create
meaningful change in their communities.
Our Core Principles
Supporting survivors of sexual trauma through advocacy for safe and transparent release of offenders. Your voice matters, and together we can create change.
Addressing the over-sexualization of American culture and providing tools to recognize, respond to, and reshape harmful cultural messages.
Resources, insights, and opportunities to engage through published works and speaking events that inspire and educate.
Testimonials
“Sylvia is a uniquely gifted writer and speaker with the ability to weave the horrors of childhood abuse and assault with the mercy and grace of a loving and forgiving heavenly Father. Broken people are still valued and loved by God.”
– Marge R.
“As a new parent I am terrified that my children will inherit a world where sexual intimacy has been cheapened to ‘just plain sex.’”
– Gloria D.
“I am Laura McCollum’s daughter, which gives me a unique voice in the fight against sexual violence. Sylvia has taught me it’s okay to have boundaries. I’ve learned it’s okay to stand up and say no. She taught me to love myself again. I wouldn’t even be here today if it wasn’t for Sylvia Peterson.”
– Amanda W.