SASS — Sexual Assault Safe Space — was founded from lived experience and a deep need for change.

After surviving sexual assault, our founder, Dongayla Dobson, faced overwhelming trauma and mental health challenges. During her recovery, she encountered systems that were not designed with survivors in mind—places where true safety, understanding, and support were often missing.

From those experiences, SASS was created to be different.

SASS provides compassionate support to survivors through care packages, community outreach, and advocacy—ensuring that no one has to face their healing journey alone.

What began as one woman’s fight to survive has grown into a mission to uplift and empower others.

Tonight, as we gather for the Stronger Than Silence Gala, we honor resilience, amplify survivor voices, and stand together in support of a future where healing is possible and no survivor is ever alone.

Together, we are stronger than silence.

SASS Stronger Than Silence Gala

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