We Are the Evidence

A Handbook for Finding Your Way After Sexual Assault

By: Cheyenne Wilson

Narrated by: Frances Anderson, LaNecia Edmonds, André Santana, Cheyenne Wilson, Kathryn Marsh, Melissa Hopmeyer, Ammar Charani, Angela Goens, Bree Theising-Stair, Ruth Goins, Brandan Borgos, Cate Schultz, Celeste Mergens, Heather Peters, Isabella Grosso

A necessary, reassuring guide for all sexual assault survivors in need of immediate emotional and legal support post assault, and in the months and years after.

We Are the Evidence is the first comprehensive resource for survivors of sexual assault. Written with conviction and compassion by Cheyenne Wilson, a registered nurse and survivor of sexual assault, this handbook contains everything victims and advocates need to know to navigate the tumultuous times that follow an assault. Within, there's advice for:

• The appropriate steps to take immediately after an assault
• Disclosing your assault how and when you choose
• How to pursue justice and navigate the legal system
• Beginning the healing process and reclaiming your power

Throughout, you'll find exercises, opportunities to rest, and invaluable guidance from experts like attorneys, detectives and therapists. Voices from other sexual assault survivors also lend their support.

Meant to be easily accessible, everything is organized for you to go right to the topic you most need guidance for, no matter where you are on your healing journey. You deserve to be heard, believed, and supported.

Audiobook edition is Read by Frances Anderson, LaNecia Edmonds, and André Santana, with contributions read by Cheyenne Wilson, Kathryn Marsh, Melissa Hopmeyer, Ammar Charani, Angela Goens, Bree Theising-Stair, Ruth Goins, Brandan Borgos, Cate Schultz, Celeste Mergens, Heather Peters, Isabella Grosso, Justin Boardman, Lauren Weingarten, Lindsay Nelson, Maggie Wagner, Patricia Bathory, Sarah Mathews, Shelly Fisher, and Sidney Townes.

Critic reviews

“In a world that can be callous and dismissive of rape victims and their experiences, Cheyenne is a light in the darkness. Her book, and her experience, illustrates that rape victims have the strength to move mountains, and the power to change the world. I couldn’t be prouder of Cheyenne for producing this work, for being that voice, and for shining her light, as bright as can be.” —Michael Thurston, Deputy District Attorney, Sensitive Crimes Unit, Waukesha County District Attorney’s Office

"We are the Evidence is a compassionate guide for survivors navigating a trauma that no one should have to experience. In addition to being a valuable resource, this book offers helpful advice from experts along with insights and encouragement from other survivors.”—Patricia Bathory, MBA, MACP, CCC, relationship expert, speaker, and author of Connected: Building Relationships to Achieve Success and Make a Lasting Impact

“As a sexual assault survivor and an RN, Cheyenne Wilson empowers other survivors with knowledge, while respecting their unique experience of trauma and healing. This book addresses the physical, mental and emotional challenges that trauma survivors face and provides supportive guidance for the different paths that can be taken in healing."—Breanna Heisterkamp, BSN, RN, PHN, SANE-A, SANE-P

Comprehensive Resource for Victims/Survivors of Sexual Violence

This is the first of its kind and a comprehensive resource for victims/survivors of sexual violence. Also, those who are friends, families, advocates, professionals working in the field. This handbook is not meant to be a workbook, but giving information on the criminal justice process, medical process, therapy, self-care, diet, etc. to help victims/survivors make informed decisions on their healing journey. I HIGHLY recommend reading this as we all have someone in our lives whether personally or professionally who has experienced sexual violence.

So many voices of real people

it is amazing to hear the voices of the experts talk about their contributions in their own voices. The production of the book is amazing and has 20+ voices in the audiobook and really is a treasure. The content of the book is helpful for those who have been assaulted and those who are supporting someone who has.