Honored to Speak at Saprea's Fundraising Gala to Help Child Victims of Sexual Abuse

Hello Friends,

I am writing with a heart full of gratitude and hope for our upcoming Saprea Gala on May 16 at a beautiful new venue in Draper. This year's event will be focused on an element of our mission that is very close to my heart: healing survivors of child sexual abuse.

Derek and I have seen firsthand the devastating effects that child sexual abuse can have on a person's life. But we have also witnessed the incredible resilience and strength of survivors who have taken the courageous step of seeking healing and support.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, Saprea has been able to provide critical in-person and virtual services to survivors. We are excited to share some of our new and innovative resources at the Gala.

As we come together for this event, I am filled with hope for the future. Your presence there would mean so much to us, and your support will go a long way towards offering survivors the care and compassion they deserve.

Thank you for your dedication to this important cause. I look forward to seeing you at the Gala.

Sincerely,

FOUNDER AND BOARD CHAIR | SAPREA

Liberating individuals and society from child sexual abuse and its lasting impacts.

https://support.saprea.org/event/saprea-ut-gala-2023/e462212

My remarks at the fundraiser: https://vimeo.com/828432071

Video shown just before I spoke: https://www.dropbox.com/s/xkgtxiymmztcmdy/Utah%20Gala%202023%20-%20Maria%20Story%20-%20PREVIEW.mp4?dl=0.