Voices of Tomorrow
Dear Friends of Radiant Futures, Radiant Futures was founded in 1976 during the height of the women’s movement. Our start was a little rocky, to say the least. Our mission was not welcomed by many members of the community. We…
Love Is in the Air
Dear Radiant Futures Friends, Love Is Here!! It is time for our collaborative fundraiser supporting healthy teen relationships in Orange County. As you may already know, this annual fundraiser brings together organizations and individuals who are passionate about making a…
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Dear Friends of WTLC, Women's History Month is a time we celebrate the contribution women have made throughout history and continue to make in our society today. This month provides us with an opportunity to recognize and honor the women…
Working Towards a World Without Violence
Dear Friends of Radiant Futures, The month of April holds two important awareness topics: sexual assault and child sexual abuse prevention. According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) someone is sexually assaulted every two minutes in…
Protect the Seniors, Recognize the Signs
Did you know that approximately 1 in 10 seniors are abused each year? While this is an alarming statistic, the truth is that Elder Abuse is dramatically underreported, with only 1 in 23 cases being reported to Adult Protective Services…
A Safe Escape
When Bay first called our helpline, they told us they had to be very careful because they couldn't leave their home just yet. Their spouse had all of their money and legal paperwork, and would threaten Bay with deportation if…
What Protective Factors Help Prevent Child Abuse?
There are many risks and protective factors pertaining to child sexual abuse. The more protective factors there are in place for individuals, families, and communities, the less likely harm is to occur. Protective factors for mitigating child sexual abuse include…
Rebuilding Trust and Strengthening Parent-Child Relationships
Child throws ball to parent. Parent catches ball and tosses it back. Child laughs and runs towards parent. They hug. Parent says, “I’ve missed you so much.” The dry narrative scribed by a staff member sitting in the corner of…
Why Women’s History Month Matters to Us
Dear Friends of Radiant Futures, Women’s History Month is an annual celebration honoring the contributions of women to American history, culture, and society. With the strides toward equality that women have made in recent years, it is easy to fall into…
Steps in the Right Direction – Milestone for Gender Equality
Dear Friends of Radiant Futures, As many of you are aware, January 20, 2021 was a history-making moment as Kamala Harris was sworn in as the Vice President of the United States, breaking multiple barriers as the first woman…