A community of sex trafficking survivors...
who are so much more than their trauma
Contact
Call or text 202-735-1252
Located in Washington, D.C. area (confidential location)
Email drbeth@restoringivycollective.org
Instagram @restoring_ivy_collective
Dr. Beth and the Origin of the RIC
From sexual assault and trauma, to sex trafficking and addiction, to pregnancy, and ultimately finding a way back to myself. We are more than just our trauma and together, we can stand strong.
Need emergency shelter, a group, or drop-in center?
Text 202-735-1252 for information.
Please note: Only survivors will be provided with confidential location information of the center.
Get involved
Email us at drbeth@restoringivycollective.org for information on volunteering and donations.
Outreach and support
If you are interested in hosting a trauma informed yoga group at your safe house or outpatient program, please email us for more information.
Research and public awareness
Trauma Informed Yoga with Trafficking Survivors (Anxiety and Depression Association of America
https://adaa.org/webinar/professional/trauma-informed-yoga-sex-trafficking-survivors
Trauma informed yoga for sex trafficking survivors, group held summer-fall 2021
Bowman, M.E. & Dunn, B. (in process). Empowerment or Exploitation? Ethical engagement of survivor leaders in anti-trafficking organizations. In review, Journal of Interpersonal Violence. Collaboration with Safe House Project.
Bowman, M. E. (2022). Vulnerable populations and sex trafficking: An overview of challenges. Chapter in book: Human Trafficking: Interdisciplinary Perspectives, 3rd ed.
Agents of Change Podcast
Social Work Podcast guest Dr. Beth
Comcast Newsmakers
ABC News
Watch our Board member and Program Specialist, Liz Kimble, discuss Safe Harbor Legislation on ABC news and with the Washington Post.
https://www.safehouseproject.org/blog
Washington Post
Board of Directors member and Program Specialist, Liz Kimble, discusses Safe Harbor Legislation with the Washington Post.
Reclaim 13 Survivor Art Show
https://www.reclaimingvoices.org/elizabeth-2022