The internet has opened incredible opportunities for children and teens to learn, connect with friends, and explore their interests. From online gaming and social media to messaging apps and livestreams, young people are spending more time online than ever before. While these platforms can foster creativity and connection, they can also be used by individuals seeking to exploit children through manipulation and deception. Online grooming is not something that only happens to

June is a powerful month of remembrance, resilience, liberation, and healing. As we recognize PTSD Awareness Month alongside Pride Month and Juneteenth, we are reminded that trauma does not exist in isolation. Trauma is often shaped by identity, lived experiences, discrimination, violence, and systems that impact how individuals move through the world. At The Turning Point, we believe healing must be inclusive, compassionate, and trauma-informed for every survivor we serve. T

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It is a time to increase understanding of mental health challenges and reduce stigma. It is also an important time to recognize how trauma can affect mental health over time. Sexual assault can have lasting effects that continue long after the event. Many survivors face emotional, psychological, and physical impacts for months or years. Recovery timelines vary, and healing does not follow one schedule. Understanding these long-term effect