Aly Raisman Flips The Switch On Abuse, Partners With Darkness To Light
Aly Raisman Flips The Switch On Abuse, Partners With Darkness To Light
Aly Raisman teams up with Darkness to Light to launch Flip the Switch, a training program that teaches adults how to spot signs of abuse.
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Aly Raisman has teamed up with Darkness to Light, launching a training initiative aimed at education and prevention of child sexual abuse.
In light of the recent trial of Larry Nassar, in which 144 women shared stories of abuse at the hands of the former USA Gymnastics team doctor, Raisman is using her notoriety to affect positive change in youth sports—starting with gymnastics.
#FlipTheSwitch 42 million Americans are survivors of child sexual abuse. We MUST change that horrifying number. I urge u to go to https://t.co/C3tnm0hw4W. U have the power to make change. Here is my certificate of completion (Will personally sign yours if U complete the program!) pic.twitter.com/bHhgiF1m0k
— Alexandra Raisman (@Aly_Raisman) March 9, 2018
Raisman received a courtroom ovation for her rousing impact statement during Nassar's sentencing, and the six-time Olympic medalist isn't finished.
During an interview with Sports Illustrated, Raisman discussed her motivation behind the project.
“To address this terrible problem, we all need to be willing to confront it head-on,” Raisman said. “Sexual abuse is something that needs to be discussed openly—especially now."
She stressed the importance of educating adults involved in youth sports and teaching the ways to detect red flags and prevent abuse.
"Ignoring the issue, in hopes that it goes away, is unacceptable," she said. "Athlete safety must be the highest priority."
Her commitment to the cause is clear on Flip The Switch's website, where Raisman provides an access code so anyone who wishes to enroll can do so at no cost. She also promises Twitter followers an autographed certificate for those who complete the program.
Fans and celebrities alike are standing behind Raisman's efforts as she forges a path toward safety for children in sports and empowerment of women everywhere.
Please join @Aly_Raisman and #FlipTheSwitch to prevent child sexual abuse!! Click here for more info: https://t.co/iNijAuw6qm
— Kate Upton (@KateUpton) March 9, 2018
Raisman was also recognized in a tweet from Google celebrating International Women's Day for her impact statement.
For International Women’s Day, we celebrate those working toward a more equal future. Explore top searched trends around women at https://t.co/cc0EVAWBmQ. #IWD2018 pic.twitter.com/NVRjVMZoJP
— Google (@Google) March 7, 2018
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