Our Philosophy

Core Values in Action:

Empowerment — Putting the power back where it belongs. 

Our stories can be a source of healing when we get to tell them, but when our voice is silenced and our stories are stolen, they can instead become weapons. TSP provides a platform for survivors to share their own stories in ways that they feel are truthful, empowering, and safe.

Transformation — Turning the ugly into something beautiful.

Becoming a survivor often results in feeling a loss of ownership over one’s body, identity, and history. TSP offers an array of art-making tools as a means for survivors to reconnect with their bodies, redefine their circumstances, and retell their stories.

Prevention — Defining the line & fighting misconception.

Most conversations about healthy and abusive relationships amongst teens are riddled with misinformation and misguidance - that is, if the conversation even happens in the first place. TSP uses alternative points of entry (like performances and interactive media) to provoke and promote healthy discussions both at home and at school.