Rebecca Jasmine is a volunteer who has kindly donated her time and talent as a writer to share her thoughts and experiences with Radiant Futures. She wrote this article to help our community understand how we can all do our…
When Leslie was granted supervised visits at her custody hearing, she was excited to see her son again, but was also confused and overwhelmed. Wanting to make sure that she was following the judge’s orders correctly, Leslie reached out to…
Not long ago, Emily contacted the Radiant Futures Helpline in a state of crisis after realizing that she had reached the point in her marriage where it was time to leave. Her oldest child had started mimicking Emily’s spouse’s behavior,…
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…
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…
On April 17, 2021, Radiant Futures invites you to its 4th annual Ball, “Our Story, Your Legacy Radio Show - Remastering Lives Since 1976.” We invite you to gather around the "radio" for a 90 minute virtual broadcast featuring…
A few weeks ago, as Waanda was working with Radiant Futures’s Legal Advocate to prepare for her upcoming in-person restraining order hearing, her Advocate recommended that she reach out to the court to make sure everything was on track for…
When Pamala arrived in Orange County, all she had with her was one carry-on bag and her license. She had just fled her home in Ohio, where she left behind six years of physical, emotional, financial, and sexual abuse.…
Dear Friends of Radiant Futures, Over the past six months, we here at Radiant Futures have carefully reworked the way we provide services in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have taken a number of steps during this time to…
You’re invited to join us for a socially distanced night of music, dancing, and fun at 3/4 Time Dueling Pianos for Radiant Futures in support of survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking! Get tickets today. Don't miss out before…