What are You Are Not Alone™ peer support groups?
You Are Not Alone™ groups are online peer support groups aimed at young adults between the ages 18–29 who have experienced sexual violence in childhood. These peer support groups are confidential spaces where survivors can meet to share their experiences to support healing and strengthen inner resources. In the group, survivors can connect with peers who have faced similar challenges in a safe, supportive environment.
The primary aim of the group is to provide support and hope for the healing journey. Topics discussed in the group include:
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impacts of sexual violence
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developing and enhancing coping skills and inner resources
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building security and trust, relationships
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sharing your personal story
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healing and hope
Group themes are shaped together with participants, and everyone has the opportunity to influence the content of the group sessions. All participants are welcome just as they are; group members come from diverse backgrounds and life situations. The group follows the principles for a safer space.
The group also provides an opportunity to promote victims' and survivors' rights and to support preventive work – with the inner resources you currently have. Every survivor has the right to be heard and seen.
You can now apply for the group! Please note that these groups are only available in Finnish.
I encourage anyone who has even briefly thought that they might want or need peer support to apply and join the group. For me, it was difficult at first, but giving it a chance completely changed my view of peer support groups, and it’s something I don’t regret for a moment.
A young adult who has participated in a You Are Not Alone™ peer support group
Frequently Asked Questions
Apply by filling out the application form online. Please note that these groups are only available in Finnish.
You Are Not Alone™ groups are completely free of charge.
All groups are held online.
The group meets for a total of 10 sessions.
The groups are led by trained professionals who have years of experience facilitating peer support groups.
For more information, please contact:
Noora Nieminen, Junior Specialist, Protect Children
noora.nieminen(at)suojellaanlapsia.fi
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