Survivors, advocates take unified stand at 'Take Back' event
Published 04.13.2022
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![Survivors and supporters gather under the glow of the PDC’s Mountain Laurel Room lights.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2022/04/2-_7506957_PCTo-400x400.jpg)
![Human Services and Restorative Justice Club executive board officers and volunteer club members gather to honor the evening.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2022/04/1-HSJ-Club-offices_volunteers_PCTo.jpg)
![Cody R. Englehart, a junior in human services & restorative justice, offered introductory remarks and concluding comments.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2022/04/5-_7506986_PCTo-400x400.jpg)
![HSJ Club pins, ribbons and candles](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2022/04/3-_7506971_PCTo-400x400.jpg)
Coinciding with Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April, the gathering was co-sponsored by the Office of Student Engagement, the Human Services and Restorative Justice Club, and the Williamsport branch of YWCA Northcentral PA.
![Keynoter Kilroe shares her survivor’s journey in hopes of inspiring healing and empowerment in others.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2022/04/4-_7506989_PCTo.jpg)
![Jorden K. Graham, a freshman in human services & restorative justice, facilitated the middle of the program, featuring survivors’ comments and a candlelight vigil.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2022/04/5-_7506960_PCTo-400x400.jpg)
![A soothing coloring page with a serious message, a rallying cry for those who have been silenced and ignored.](http://www.pct.edu/files/news/images/2022/04/5-_7506967_PCTo-400x400.jpg)
With chapters and events active in over 30 countries, the organization serves to create safe communities and respectful relationships through awareness events and initiatives, while seeking to end sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and sexual abuse.