Rise Above Abuse Now

05/24/2026

The phoenix must burn to emerge. 🔥✨
​Out of the darkest moments comes a strength that cannot be shaken. To anyone who has survived human trafficking, domestic abuse, or sexual violence—we see your resilience. We honor your journey.
​True empowerment begins when we decide that our pain no longer holds the pen. At Rise Above Abuse Now, our mission is to provide the support, love, and community needed to turn survivors into history-makers.
​You have survived the storm. Now, it is your time to bloom. 🌸
​Always remember: You are the force that rose above it.
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05/06/2026

Breaking the cycle starts with us. ⛓️💥
​Our past might have been written in pain, but our future is defined by our purpose. We are the generation that chooses to rise, to heal, and to protect those coming after us. No more silence, no more wasted tears—just strength and solidarity.
​Let’s rise above together. 🌍✨
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04/20/2026

04/20/2026

04/19/2026

Last night at the 9th Annual True Justice Freedom Gala, my heart was truly moved. 💜

On behalf of Rise Above Abuse Now, we came out to support a mission that is so close to our hearts—standing against human trafficking and uplifting survivors.

Organizations like True Justice are on the front lines, fighting to end human trafficking—one of the fastest-growing forms of modern-day slavery—and restoring hope to survivors every single day. They provide more than awareness… they offer real support: safe housing, trauma-informed care, counseling, and a path to healing for those who have endured the unimaginable.

As Rise Above Abuse Now, we stand alongside that mission. We believe in creating safe spaces, uplifting survivors, and breaking cycles of abuse in our communities. Because healing is possible. Freedom is possible. And no one should have to walk that journey alone.

Last night wasn’t just an event—it was a reminder.
A reminder that there is still good in this world.
That people are rising up.
That voices are being heard.

I pray that God continues to strengthen every hand involved in this work…
That every survivor finds peace, safety, and restoration…
And that we, as a community, continue to show up, speak up, and stand together.

This is bigger than us.
This is about freedom, healing, and hope. ✨

04/11/2026

🕊️ A Legacy in Motion: Over $1,000 Raised in Just One Hour!
Today, we didn't just practice yoga; we moved mountains.

On behalf of Rise Above Abuse Now, our hearts are overflowing. In honor of the beautiful Staci Davis, our community showed up today with a purpose. We are overwhelmed to announce that in just one hour, we raised over $1,000 for Staci’s children!

Staci, you may be gone, but your legacy lives on forever in us. We are keeping your spirit alive through action.

💐 Our Deepest Gratitude:
To Mandala Yoga: Thank you for opening your doors and your hearts to us today. Your space provided the perfect sanctuary for this healing.
To our amazing Instructors: A huge thank you to the incredible April Clark and Lisa Pugh who guided our practice with such grace and compassion. You helped us turn our movement into a mission.
To the Supporters: To every single person who showed up, donated, and stood with us today—you are the reason we can say 100% of these funds go directly to Staci’s children.

We fight for her. We fight for you. Today proved that when we come together, we rise.
Honoring Staci legacy. Fighting the battle. Always.

04/07/2026

🧘‍♀️ Only 4 Days Away: Healing Through Movement

We are just 4 days away from coming together for a day of peace, strength, and community. This isn't just a yoga event—it is a movement toward healing and a stand for every survivor and overcomer of domestic violence.

🕊️ Honoring a Legacy
This year, our hearts are focused on the memory of Staci Lee Davis. We are turning our collective movement into a force for good, with 100% of event proceeds going directly to support Staci’s children and family. When we show up on the mat, we are showing up for them.
🌿 Why Join Us?
Whether you are a seasoned yogi or have never stepped onto a mat, this gentle and supportive session is for you.
Connect: Build community with fellow overcomers.
Heal:
Use movement as a tool to release and renew.
Support: Every donation directly impacts a family in need.
📍 Event Details
Date:This Saturday, April 11
Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Mandala Yoga | 807-8 W Corbett Ave, Swansboro
Suggested Donation:$20 per person
Can’t make it in person? You can still support the family by visiting the GoFundMe link: gofund.me/d627e2ee4
Let’s rise together. Let’s heal together. We fight for you. 💜

04/01/2026

Together We Rise. Together We Heal.
The chains of the past are breaking, and the light of a new tomorrow is shining through. We are thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual Heroic Overcomer Fashion Show Awards, a night dedicated to the strength, dignity, and resilience of those who have reclaimed their power.
This isn’t just a fashion show—it’s a movement. It’s a celebration of survivors of human trafficking, child abuse, and domestic violence walking the runway in freedom, beauty, and strength. Every step taken is a testament to the fact that we are more than what we have endured. We are Heroic Overcomers.
Save the Date
* When: January 9, 2027 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
* Where: Eastern North Carolina Regional Skills Center
* 261 NW Corridor Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28540
How You Can Be Involved:
* Nominate a Hero: Do you know someone whose journey from pain to purpose inspires others? We are looking for men and women from all backgrounds to be recognized.
* Nomination Deadline: November 10th
* Email nominations to: [email protected]
* Be the Light: Join us as we ignite hope for healing and set our children free.
Rise Above Abuse Now is more than an organization; it is a beacon of hope. Let’s come together to honor the brave and celebrate the beauty of healing.
Visit us at: riseaboveabusenow.org

03/28/2026

There are moments in life when pain tries to define you, silence tries to break you, and wounds feel like they will never heal. But healing is still possible.

No matter what you’ve been through, you are not forgotten, you are not defeated, and your story is not over.

The Creator heals what pain could not destroy, and through Him, you rise.

Keep going. Keep healing. Keep believing. Your strength is still unfolding.