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A Survivor
Sep 13, 20232 min read
2AM
Who is your 2 AM call? The one who you reach out to when you feel like you are going to do something stupid or need to be reassured you...
Brenda Sandquist
Sep 13, 20234 min read
It's The Climb
Recently I stood at the bottom of these steps, knowing it was the path to my car. These steps exposed my need to spend more time getting...
Brenda Sandquist
Aug 7, 20233 min read
Community
We are intrinsically designed to be in community, created to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. No one likes to be alone, we...
A Survivor
Aug 7, 20232 min read
A Letter To Myself
To the inner girl who is struggling to survive, I want you to know you are not alone. I too know those feelings and thoughts that make...
Brenda Sandquist
Jul 5, 20233 min read
Liberty and Justice for All
Everyone’s definition of Freedom, Liberty and Justice varies according to their personal experiences. Our pledge of allegiance infers...
Kassandra Tapia
Mar 2, 20230 min read
Xquisite Youth
Jan 25, 20232 min read
10 tips for talking to your teen about healthy relationships
1. Encourage open, honest, and thoughtful reflection. Talk openly with young teens about healthy relationships. Allow them to articulate...
Kassandra Tapia
Jan 12, 20230 min read
Xquisite Hope
Dec 22, 20224 min read
Nevada coalition’s training sessions are aimed at busting myths about sex trafficking
Nevada is among the top 10 states with the highest rates of human trafficking, but that scary rating can lead to misconceptions. “All too...
Kassandra Tapia
Mar 30, 20224 min read
“Prostitution: The Oldest Oppression in the Book”
In May of 2021, my TEDx Talk titled, “Prostitution: The Oldest Oppression in the Book”, was officially launched. Beyond being a bucket...
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