Faith to Flee

Society cannot truly heal while survivors are left fighting for protection, safety, and justice on their own.

Too often, survivors are questioned, dismissed, ignored, or forced to navigate a broken system while their abusers continue living life with little accountability. No one should have to beg to be believed. No one should have to choose between their safety and their survival.

At Faith to Flee, we believe survivors deserve to be protected, supported, and empowered. They deserve access to resources, advocacy, safe housing, legal protection, and a community that stands beside them—not one that turns away.

The conversation about domestic violence cannot end when the bruises fade. Real change happens when survivors are heard, when communities step up, and when systems prioritize victim safety over convenience.

We will continue to speak up. We will continue to advocate. And we will continue fighting for a world where survivors receive the protection, support, and justice they deserve.

💜 To every survivor reading this: We see you. We believe you. We stand with you.

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Not all abuse leaves bruises.

When most people think of abuse, they think of hitting, screaming, threats, or physical violence. And yes—those things are abuse.

But abuse can also be much quieter.

It’s the constant guilt trip when you spend time with friends.
It’s being made to question your own reality.
It’s being told you’re overreacting when you’re hurt.
It’s having your finances controlled.
It’s walking on eggshells and feeling like something is wrong even when no words are spoken.
It’s having your dreams, goals, and confidence slowly torn apart.
It’s being manipulated into choices that don’t feel like your own.

The most dangerous forms of abuse are often the ones nobody else can see.

If someone makes you feel small, afraid, controlled, isolated, confused, or like you’re losing yourself, that is not love. That is not healthy. And you do not deserve it.

At Faith to Flee, we want survivors to know that your experiences are valid—even if no one ever laid a hand on you. Emotional, verbal, psychological, financial, and coercive abuse are real, and they can leave scars that last a lifetime.

You are not “too sensitive.”
You are not imagining it.
And you are not alone.

💜 If this post speaks to you, share it. Someone may need the reminder that what they’re experiencing is abuse—and that help is available.

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🚨 ANOTHER WOMAN LEFT BRUTALIZED. ANOTHER STORY THAT COULD HAVE ENDED IN TRAGEDY. 🚨

A Baton Rouge woman was allegedly punched, forced into a vehicle against her will, beaten again, and left unconscious in the street.

Let that sink in.

She wasn’t found safe at home.
She wasn’t found surrounded by support.
She was found unconscious, injured, and abandoned.

At Faith to Flee, we are angry.

Angry that domestic violence continues to be treated as a private matter instead of the public safety crisis that it is.

Angry that so many survivors are told to “just leave” while ignoring the very real dangers that come with trying to escape an abusive partner.

Angry that women continue to pay the price for someone else’s violence.

This survivor survived. But countless others have not.

Domestic violence is not just an argument.
It is not just a bad relationship.
It is not just a rough patch.

It is control.
It is fear.
It is violence.
And far too often, it is deadly.

To every survivor reading this:

💜 We believe you.
💜 We see you.
💜 We know leaving is not easy.
💜 You deserve safety.
💜 You deserve a life free from fear.

Louisiana continues to face an epidemic of domestic violence, and we refuse to stay silent.

If you are in danger, reach out. If you know someone who is struggling, check on them. If you have a platform, use it.

Silence protects abusers.
Speaking out protects survivors.

💔 SAY THEIR NAMES 💔

Eight innocent children are gone.

On April 19, 2026, a horrific act of domestic violence shattered families and devastated a community in Shreveport, Louisiana. Eight children, ranging in age from just 3 to 11 years old, were murdered in what authorities have described as a domestic violence-related tragedy. Seven of the children were the shooter’s own. (KTVZ)

Let that sink in.

Eight children who should be laughing, playing, learning, and dreaming about their futures had their lives stolen from them.

We are angry.

We are heartbroken.

And we are tired of hearing that domestic violence is a “private family matter.”

Domestic violence is not private when it leaves children dead.

Domestic violence is not private when communities are left grieving.

Domestic violence is not private when warning signs are ignored until it is too late.

At Faith to Flee, we say it over and over because it is true: domestic violence is a public safety issue. It is a community issue. It is a life-or-death issue.

Today, we stand with the survivors who are left behind. We stand with the mothers fighting to heal from unimaginable loss. We stand with every child who has witnessed violence in their home. And we remember the eight young lives that should still be here today.

Louisiana must do better.

Communities must do better.

We must take threats seriously. We must support survivors. We must stop treating domestic violence as something that happens “behind closed doors.”

Because behind those doors are real people. Real families. Real children.

💜 Say their names.
💜 Remember their lives.
💜 Stand with survivors.
💜 Speak up before another family becomes a headline.

💜SAY THEIR NAME SERIES 💜

Too many women in our communities have suffered abuse. Too many have lost their lives. Too many stories have been forgotten.

Today, we want to honor them.

Comment the name of a woman from our local community who was impacted by domestic violence, whether she survived, is still fighting, or tragically lost her life.

We want to create a space where their names are spoken, remembered, and honored.

Every name represents a life.
Every name represents a story.
Every name mattered.

Let’s show survivors that they are not alone and remind the world that domestic violence is not just a statistic—it affects our neighbors, friends, coworkers, daughters, mothers, and sisters.

💜 Comment a name.
💜 Share a memory.
💜 Help us make sure they are never forgotten.

Say their names. Speak them loudly. Remember them always.

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💜 SAY THEIR NAMES 💜

On March 21st, Kasie Richardson and her 6-year-old son were shot and killed by her husband in Youngsville, Louisiana.

After the tragedy, a neighbor said, “Nobody around here expected something like this.”

The reality is that domestic violence can happen anywhere—to anyone. It doesn’t always come with warning signs that others can see. It often hides behind closed doors, leaving communities shocked when a life is taken.

While stories like this make headlines, they are not isolated incidents. Every month, approximately 70 women are shot and killed by intimate partners in the United States. These are not just statistics. They are mothers, daughters, sisters, friends, and children whose lives mattered.

Today, we remember Kasie and her son. We say their names because they deserve to be remembered. We share their story because silence helps no one. And we continue to fight for a world where survivors are heard, believed, and supported before it is too late.

💜 For Kasie.
💜 For her son.
💜 For every victim whose story ended in tragedy.
💜 For every survivor still searching for safety.

Say their names. Remember their lives. Demand change.

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🚨 THE NUMBERS DON’T LIE. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IS A GROWING CRISIS. 🚨

According to the FBI’s newly released Domestic Relationships and Violent Crimes Report (2020–2024), violent crimes involving domestic relationships increased from 25.6% in 2020 to 27.5% in 2024.

Behind every statistic is a real person. A mother. A daughter. A sister. A friend.

💜 From 2020–2024:
• More than 11,000 people were murdered in incidents involving domestic relationships.
• Over 1.1 million victims experienced other violent crimes involving domestic relationships.
• Nearly 700,000 victims suffered injuries as a result of that violence.
• 74.5% of domestic violence victims were women.
• The most common violent crime connected to domestic relationships was aggravated assault.

Perhaps one of the most heartbreaking findings is that nearly 80% of domestic violence-related violent crimes occurred inside a residence or home—the very place where people should feel safest.

At Faith to Flee, we see the reality behind these numbers. We see survivors trying to rebuild after their lives have been shattered. We see women trying to find safety, stability, and hope for themselves and their children.

Domestic violence is not a private issue.
It is not a relationship problem.
It is a community crisis.

We cannot continue to look away while the numbers rise year after year.

Today, we stand with survivors.
We remember those who lost their lives.
And we recommit ourselves to fighting for awareness, resources, accountability, and hope.

If you are a survivor, please know:
💜 You are not alone.
💜 What happened to you matters.
💜 Your story matters.
💜 There is life after abuse.

Together, we can break the cycle.

💜 WE STAND WITH SURVIVORS. ALWAYS. 💜

At Faith to Flee, we are tired of seeing domestic violence minimized, dismissed, and ignored.

We are tired of survivors being questioned more than abusers.

We are tired of hearing “Why didn’t she leave?” instead of “Why did he abuse?”

We are tired of seeing victims fight for protection while their pain is overlooked and their voices are silenced.

Domestic violence is not “relationship drama.”
It is not a “private matter.”
It is not something that should be brushed aside.

It destroys lives. It destroys families. And in far too many cases, it takes lives.

Every day survivors are forced to relive their trauma while trying to prove that what happened to them was real. Every day victims are told there isn’t enough evidence, that their injuries aren’t severe enough, or that they should simply move on.

Enough is enough.

We stand with survivors.
We believe survivors.
We will continue to fight for survivors.

Until domestic violence is treated with the seriousness it deserves, we will keep speaking up. We will keep advocating. We will keep showing up.

Because survivors deserve to be heard.
They deserve to be protected.
And they deserve justice.

If you stand with survivors, leave a 💜 in the comments and help us remind every survivor that they are not alone.

💜 FAITH TO FLEE IS RELAUNCHING OUR SUPPORT GROUP! 💜

You are not alone — and you do not have to carry everything by yourself. Sometimes the hardest part of healing is feeling like no one understands what you’re going through. That’s why we are bringing back our support group in a way that is safe, accessible, and supportive for everyone who needs it.

✨ HOW IT WORKS:
Our support group will meet virtually via Zoom once a month, allowing survivors and those struggling emotionally to join from the comfort and safety of their own space.

We will also be creating a private GroupMe support chat so that when life feels heavy between meetings, you still have people to lean on. Whether you need encouragement, someone to listen, advice, prayer, or simply a reminder that you matter — we want this to be a safe place filled with support and understanding.

We are also actively working on bringing a counselor into the meetings to help guide discussions and provide additional support and healing tools.

✨ HOW TO ATTEND:
Please message us privately with:
• Your email address (for Zoom meeting links)
• Your phone number (to be added to GroupMe)

Dates and times for meetings will be sent through GroupMe.

This group is for anyone who feels overwhelmed, isolated, unheard, or simply needs someone to talk to. Healing looks different for everyone, but no one should have to go through it alone.

At Faith to Flee, we believe healing starts when people finally feel seen, heard, and supported. 💜